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Jerry Sandusky gets at least 30 years in prison, but case isn't closed yet

By Ron Scherer | 10/10/12

The former Penn State coach was sentenced Tuesday for child sexual abuse, but his lawyer says the conviction will be appealed. There is also the unresolved matter of civil lawsuits filed against Jerry Sandusky, his charitable foundation, and Penn State.

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NCAA punishes Penn State for Sandusky scandal

By Mark Guarino | 07/24/12

Penn State gets hit with a $60 million fine and other sanctions for the Sandusky scandal, punishments that will cripple the school's famed football program for years and weaken its brand as a powerhouse collegiate sports brand. But was the NCAA too lenient?

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Penn State and the University of Chicago moment

Mr. Dilettante's Neighborhood
By Mark Heuring | 07/23/12

To regain perspective on what a university should be doing, Penn State needs to scale back its football program.

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Penn State takes first steps to recover after Sandusky scandal

By Brad Knickerbocker | 07/16/12

Penn State trustees, taking ‘full responsibility’ for the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal, announced initial steps to recover the university's tarnished reputation. Some say much more will have to be done, especially changing a campus culture in which sports coaches are idolized.