Still Life

With four guide ropes attached to it, the east-side clock face is raised into position. While it didn't seem that windy on the ground on Saturday, Jan. 28, winds higher up were strong, requiring extra guidance to bring the clock face safely to the Old Main bell tower.

Old Main clock faces installed

Ben White of New Vibrations Audio and Video works on a ledge of the Old Main bell tower, to remove the speakers from the old chime system. The company installed a new carillon system today (Jan. 27) that will play a digital recording made of the original Old Main bell that now sits adjacent to Old Main and other bells of comparable sizes.

New carillon, restored clocks being installed

The funeral procession for Joe Paterno made its way past Beaver Stadium and down Porter Road as crowds applauded on Jan. 25. Thousands lined the procession route through the University Park campus and downtown State College to bid a last farewell to Joe Paterno.

Joe Paterno's funeral procession

Coach Joe Paterno was on the field for the first half of the Nittany Lions' football game. Penn State beat the Iowa Hawkeyes 13-3 on Oct. 8, 2011, in front of an enthusiastic crowd at Beaver Stadium.

Joe Paterno through the years

Katie Knobloch and Andrew Adamietz, members of the a capella group Blue in the Face, shared a candle at the vigil held Sunday, Jan. 22, to mourn the death of Penn State football coach Joe Paterno, who passed away earlier in the day. Several thousand members of the Penn State and State College community came out to the Old Main lawn on Penn State's University Park campus for the vigil.

Thousands mourn Paterno's passing

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Updates:
Penn State Promise

Penn State Harrisburg community forum to discuss child abuse

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Newly elected chair of the Board of Trustees delivers remarks

Frazier provides update on independent investigation

Guidelines for reporting of child abuse, sexual assault

A look back at Bowl Week

Fans at Pointe Orlando could see what the Capital One Bowl trophy looked like. They also could pose with a team helmet or a stand-up Joe.

Fans at Pointe Orlando could see what the Capital One Bowl trophy looked like. They also could pose with a team helmet or a stand-up Joe.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 29, 2009

Members of the Penn State Alumni Association tour group stayed at the Peabody Hotel, which features the Peabody ducks. Since opening its doors on Nov. 1, 1986, The Peabody Orlando has continued, in unbroken sequence, the traditional March of The Peabody Ducks. For information, visit <a href=www.peabodyorlando.com/peabody_ducks/ online." />

Members of the Penn State Alumni Association tour group stayed at the Peabody Hotel, which features the Peabody ducks. Since opening its doors on Nov. 1, 1986, The Peabody Orlando has continued, in unbroken sequence, the traditional March of The Peabody Ducks. For information, visit www.peabodyorlando.com/peabody_ducks/ online.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 28, 2009

Penn State fans congregate around the Peabody ducks' orchid-crowned fountain, which takes center stage in the Atrium Lobby of the hotel.

Penn State fans congregate around the Peabody ducks' orchid-crowned fountain, which takes center stage in the Atrium Lobby of the hotel.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 28, 2009

There was a feast of flavors at a reception to welcome Penn State alumni and friends to Orlando.

There was a feast of flavors at a reception to welcome Penn State alumni and friends to Orlando.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 29, 2009

Roger Williams, executive director of the Penn State Alumni Association, welcomes the Penn State crowd to Orlando, Fla., for the Capital One Bowl.

Roger Williams, executive director of the Penn State Alumni Association, welcomes the Penn State crowd to Orlando, Fla., for the Capital One Bowl.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 29, 2009

Penn State President Graham B. Spanier thanks Penn State fans for their support during this football season.

Penn State President Graham B. Spanier thanks Penn State fans for their support during this football season.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 29, 2009

Penn State fans, including family of Blue Band members, have cameras ready to get photos during the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Penn State fans, including family of Blue Band members, have cameras ready to get photos during the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Uniform hats and gloves rest upon trombones on the ground before their use by the Penn State Blue Band in the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Uniform hats and gloves rest upon trombones on the ground before their use by the Penn State Blue Band in the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 30, 2009

Blue Band Drum Major senior Matt Sabo, right, puts his uniform hat on the Lion, who already is holding his mace, prior to the start of the Citrus Parade in downtown Orlando on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Blue Band Drum Major senior Matt Sabo, right, puts his uniform hat on the Lion, who already is holding his mace, prior to the start of the Citrus Parade in downtown Orlando on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 30, 2009

The Color Guard leads off the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

The Color Guard leads off the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 29, 2009

This colorful float in the Citrus Parade sports different varieties of citrus fruits, as those on the float throw beads to the crowd. The parade was held Wednesday, Dec. 30, in advance of the Jan. 1 Capital One Bowl between Penn State and LSU.

This colorful float in the Citrus Parade sports different varieties of citrus fruits, as those on the float throw beads to the crowd. The parade was held Wednesday, Dec. 30, in advance of the Jan. 1 Capital One Bowl between Penn State and LSU.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 29, 2009

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie was grand marshal for the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Dec. 30.

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie was grand marshal for the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Dec. 30.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Penn State President Graham B. Spanier waves to the crowd of cheering fans as the Penn State contingent makes its way through the Citrus Parade route in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Penn State President Graham B. Spanier waves to the crowd of cheering fans as the Penn State contingent makes its way through the Citrus Parade route in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Downtown Orlando shades the Citrus Parade as seen by the Blue Band during the event on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Downtown Orlando shades the Citrus Parade as seen by the Blue Band during the event on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 30, 2009

The Penn State Blue Band marches past the Penn State portion of the crowd during the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla.

The Penn State Blue Band marches past the Penn State portion of the crowd during the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

The Nittany Lion embraces a Penn State fan during the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Dec. 30. A large crowd of Penn State fans was present at the parade, held in advance of Penn State's appearance in the Capital One Bowl on New Year's Day.

The Nittany Lion embraces a Penn State fan during the Citrus Parade in Orlando, Fla., on Dec. 30. A large crowd of Penn State fans was present at the parade, held in advance of Penn State's appearance in the Capital One Bowl on New Year's Day.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Members of the Penn State Alumni Association watch and listen to members of the Blue Band perform at the President's Tailgate reception at the Ballroom at Church Street immediately following the Citrus Parade on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Members of the Penn State Alumni Association watch and listen to members of the Blue Band perform at the President's Tailgate reception at the Ballroom at Church Street immediately following the Citrus Parade on Wednesday, Dec. 30.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 30, 2009

Blue Sapphire PJ Maierhofer performs on stage with members of the Blue Band at the President's Tailgate reception in the Church Street Ballroom in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30. The event, hosted by the Alumni Association and its chapters in Florida, also featured the Nittany Lion, Penn State cheerleaders and seniors of Penn State's musical theatre program.

Blue Sapphire PJ Maierhofer performs on stage with members of the Blue Band at the President's Tailgate reception in the Church Street Ballroom in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Dec. 30. The event, hosted by the Alumni Association and its chapters in Florida, also featured the Nittany Lion, Penn State cheerleaders and seniors of Penn State's musical theatre program.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 30, 2009

Blue Band director O. Richard Bundy looks out over the assembled band on the field of Oak Ridge High School in Orlando, Fla., during a night practice on Wednesday, Dec. 30, during the 310-member ensemble's five-day stay for the Capital One Bowl held on Jan. 1, 2010. In addition to three rehearsals at this facility, members of the band were tasked with at least one performance while in Orlando, as well as the Citrus Parade which had taken place along with another performance earlier that day.

Blue Band director O. Richard Bundy looks out over the assembled band on the field of Oak Ridge High School in Orlando, Fla., during a night practice on Wednesday, Dec. 30, during the 310-member ensemble's five-day stay for the Capital One Bowl held on Jan. 1, 2010. In addition to three rehearsals at this facility, members of the band were tasked with at least one performance while in Orlando, as well as the Citrus Parade which had taken place along with another performance earlier that day.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 30, 2009

A large crowd assembled for the pep rally.

A large crowd assembled for the pep rally.

Credit: Penn State Department of Public Information December 30, 2009

The Penn State Touch of Blue Majorettes perform along with the Penn State cheerleaders, the Nittany Lion and the Blue Band at Universal Studios' Soundstage 33 on Thursday, Dec. 31.

The Penn State Touch of Blue Majorettes perform along with the Penn State cheerleaders, the Nittany Lion and the Blue Band at Universal Studios' Soundstage 33 on Thursday, Dec. 31.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 31, 2009

The Penn State Blue Band majorettes perform at the pep rally.

The Penn State Blue Band majorettes perform at the pep rally.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Drum Major Matt Sabo is visible above a bass drum as the Penn State Blue Band performs at the pep rally.

Drum Major Matt Sabo is visible above a bass drum as the Penn State Blue Band performs at the pep rally.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

The Nittany Lion hides behind a tree, lying in wait for the LSU Tiger during the pep rally.

The Nittany Lion hides behind a tree, lying in wait for the LSU Tiger during the pep rally.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Penn State fans chat and pose for pictures after the pep rally.

Penn State fans chat and pose for pictures after the pep rally.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

The Nittany Lion acknowledges Penn State fans after the pep rally at Pointe Orlando.

The Nittany Lion acknowledges Penn State fans after the pep rally at Pointe Orlando.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 30, 2009

Members of the Penn State Blue Band march into the Oceans Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando Resort on Thursday, Dec. 31, site of the Capital One Bowl Kickoff Luncheon held that afternoon. The football teams and delegations from both Penn State and LSU were present at the event, held by the bowl committee.

Members of the Penn State Blue Band march into the Oceans Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando Resort on Thursday, Dec. 31, site of the Capital One Bowl Kickoff Luncheon held that afternoon. The football teams and delegations from both Penn State and LSU were present at the event, held by the bowl committee.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 31, 2009

Attendees of the Capital One Bowl Kickoff Luncheon applaud as coach Joe Paterno, left, and members of the 2009 Nittany Lions football team enter the event, held in the Oceans Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando Resort on Thursday, Dec. 31. In addition to the team and University delegation, the Penn State cheerleaders and members of the Blue Band and Lionettes dance team were present.

Attendees of the Capital One Bowl Kickoff Luncheon applaud as coach Joe Paterno, left, and members of the 2009 Nittany Lions football team enter the event, held in the Oceans Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando Resort on Thursday, Dec. 31. In addition to the team and University delegation, the Penn State cheerleaders and members of the Blue Band and Lionettes dance team were present.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 31, 2009

Attendees of the Capital One Bowl Kickoff Luncheon applaud as the cheerleaders and members of the Blue Band perform at the start of the event, held in the Oceans Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando Resort on Thursday, Dec. 31.

Attendees of the Capital One Bowl Kickoff Luncheon applaud as the cheerleaders and members of the Blue Band perform at the start of the event, held in the Oceans Ballroom of the Renaissance Orlando Resort on Thursday, Dec. 31.

Credit: Andy Colwell December 31, 2009

At the Kickoff luncheon, former Penn State quarterback Todd Blackledge interviewed coach Joe Paterno and LSU coach Les Miles.

At the Kickoff luncheon, former Penn State quarterback Todd Blackledge interviewed coach Joe Paterno and LSU coach Les Miles.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Penn State quarterback Darryll Clark tells the team, fans and LSU Tigers that Penn State is ready for the game at the Kickoff Luncheon before the Capital One Bowl.

Penn State quarterback Darryll Clark tells the team, fans and LSU Tigers that Penn State is ready for the game at the Kickoff Luncheon before the Capital One Bowl.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Penn State and LSU players, coaches and fans gathered for the Kickoff luncheon before the Capital One Bowl. The day's events included interviews with the coaches and quarterbacks, as well as a battle of Rock Star bands.

Penn State and LSU players, coaches and fans gathered for the Kickoff luncheon before the Capital One Bowl. The day's events included interviews with the coaches and quarterbacks, as well as a battle of Rock Star bands.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Penn State players Mike Wallace on guitar left, Andre Dupree on drums and Steve Joseph singing, performed "Carry On My Wayward Son" in a Rock Star performance at the Kickoff luncheon.

Penn State players Mike Wallace on guitar left, Andre Dupree on drums and Steve Joseph singing, performed "Carry On My Wayward Son" in a Rock Star performance at the Kickoff luncheon.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Penn State President Graham B. Spanier greets guests at a New Year's Eve gathering of Penn State alumni and friends.

Penn State President Graham B. Spanier greets guests at a New Year's Eve gathering of Penn State alumni and friends.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Saxophone music started the New Year's Eve festivities off on the right note for Penn State alumni and friends.

Saxophone music started the New Year's Eve festivities off on the right note for Penn State alumni and friends.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Heavy rain didn't dampen the spirits of the Blue Band or cheerleaders at a barbecue before the game.

Heavy rain didn't dampen the spirits of the Blue Band or cheerleaders at a barbecue before the game.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

Before the game, Penn State alumni and friends gather for a barbecue. As the rains came down, most chose to watch the Blue Band from under the tent.

Before the game, Penn State alumni and friends gather for a barbecue. As the rains came down, most chose to watch the Blue Band from under the tent.

Credit: Cyndee Graves December 31, 2009

A lone referee places the football on the already-shredded field of the Citrus Bowl stadium in Orlando, Fla. prior to the start of the 2010 Capital One Bowl on Jan 1, 2010, which featured Penn State vs. the Tigers of Louisiana State University. Despite muddy conditions caused by heavy rain before and through the second quarter of the game, the Nittany Lions scored a 19-17 thriller win over LSU.

A lone referee places the football on the already-shredded field of the Citrus Bowl stadium in Orlando, Fla. prior to the start of the 2010 Capital One Bowl on Jan 1, 2010, which featured Penn State vs. the Tigers of Louisiana State University. Despite muddy conditions caused by heavy rain before and through the second quarter of the game, the Nittany Lions scored a 19-17 thriller win over LSU.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

In spite of the rainy weather and poor field conditions, the Penn State Blue Band was able to perform its traditional pregame show. The band also played at halftime, but had to stand in concert block to play because field conditions had deteriorated too much for them to march.

In spite of the rainy weather and poor field conditions, the Penn State Blue Band was able to perform its traditional pregame show. The band also played at halftime, but had to stand in concert block to play because field conditions had deteriorated too much for them to march.

Credit: Cyndee Graves January 1, 2010

Field conditions for the Capital One Bowl were very bad, due to a re-sodding of the field that did not take, combined with very rainy weather.

Field conditions for the Capital One Bowl were very bad, due to a re-sodding of the field that did not take, combined with very rainy weather.

Credit: Cyndee Graves January 1, 2010

The Duda brothers, longtime fixtures at Penn State games for decades, made the trek to Orlando for the Capital One Bowl. They once again scored front-row seats for the bowl game, and witnessed the Nittany Lions' 19-17 victory over LSU. For complete game coverage, visit <a href=www.gopsusports.com/ online." />

The Duda brothers, longtime fixtures at Penn State games for decades, made the trek to Orlando for the Capital One Bowl. They once again scored front-row seats for the bowl game, and witnessed the Nittany Lions' 19-17 victory over LSU. For complete game coverage, visit www.gopsusports.com/ online.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Clad in vinyl raincoats, members of the Penn State Blue Band watch the Capital One Bowl from the stands in the Citrus Bowl during the game against the Tigers of Louisiana State University on New Years Day 2010. The game ended in a 19-17 win for Penn State. While heavy rain made for atrocious conditions on the recently re-sodded field, both schools' bands proceded to perform their pregame shows as planned, but halftime marching was canceled due to field conditions.

Clad in vinyl raincoats, members of the Penn State Blue Band watch the Capital One Bowl from the stands in the Citrus Bowl during the game against the Tigers of Louisiana State University on New Years Day 2010. The game ended in a 19-17 win for Penn State. While heavy rain made for atrocious conditions on the recently re-sodded field, both schools' bands proceded to perform their pregame shows as planned, but halftime marching was canceled due to field conditions.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Blue Band senior Bobby Quiero plays toward Penn State fans after the first, and only, touchdown of the 2010 Capital One Bowl on New Years Day 2010. The game resulted in a Penn State victory over Louisiana State University, beating the Tigers 19-17 in a thriller of a game that kept fans involved the whole game despite rain through the first half.

Blue Band senior Bobby Quiero plays toward Penn State fans after the first, and only, touchdown of the 2010 Capital One Bowl on New Years Day 2010. The game resulted in a Penn State victory over Louisiana State University, beating the Tigers 19-17 in a thriller of a game that kept fans involved the whole game despite rain through the first half.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Members of the Blue Band, who had shaved their heads to form letters spelling out "LETS GO PSU" pose for a television camera on the field during the 2010 Capital One Bowl held in the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on New Years Day 2010. Penn State beat Louisiana State University 19-17 in a rainy match that kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout the game.

Members of the Blue Band, who had shaved their heads to form letters spelling out "LETS GO PSU" pose for a television camera on the field during the 2010 Capital One Bowl held in the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on New Years Day 2010. Penn State beat Louisiana State University 19-17 in a rainy match that kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout the game.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Penn State Coach Joe Paterno is interviewed on the field at halftime, as the Blue Band sets up to perform. Paterno's Nittany Lions held a 13-3 lead over the LSU Tigers as the first half came to a close.

Penn State Coach Joe Paterno is interviewed on the field at halftime, as the Blue Band sets up to perform. Paterno's Nittany Lions held a 13-3 lead over the LSU Tigers as the first half came to a close.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Penn State coaching staff and players motion to the offense during the end-of-game drive that resulted in the game-winning field goal to take Penn State to its 19-17 victory over LSU in the Capital One Bowl on Jan. 1, 2010. Rain made for difficult conditions on the recently-resodded field, which had seen the action of several high school football matches as well as the Champs Sports Bowl several days earlier.

Penn State coaching staff and players motion to the offense during the end-of-game drive that resulted in the game-winning field goal to take Penn State to its 19-17 victory over LSU in the Capital One Bowl on Jan. 1, 2010. Rain made for difficult conditions on the recently-resodded field, which had seen the action of several high school football matches as well as the Champs Sports Bowl several days earlier.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

The Penn State side of the Citrus Bowl, as seen from within the Blue Band, explodes in celebration following Penn State's victory over Louisiana State University in the Capital One Bowl on Jan. 1, 2010, in Orlando, Fla.

The Penn State side of the Citrus Bowl, as seen from within the Blue Band, explodes in celebration following Penn State's victory over Louisiana State University in the Capital One Bowl on Jan. 1, 2010, in Orlando, Fla.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Penn State fans celebrate the presentation of the Capital One Bowl trophy after a hard-fought 19-17 victory.

Penn State fans celebrate the presentation of the Capital One Bowl trophy after a hard-fought 19-17 victory.

Credit: Cyndee Graves January 1, 2010

A Penn State fan takes a snapshot of the scoreboard following the end of the 2010 Capital One Bowl on Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, in the Citrus Bowl of Orlando, Fla. The rainy game resulted in a 19-17 victory over the Louisiana State University Tigers.

A Penn State fan takes a snapshot of the scoreboard following the end of the 2010 Capital One Bowl on Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, in the Citrus Bowl of Orlando, Fla. The rainy game resulted in a 19-17 victory over the Louisiana State University Tigers.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Penn State senior quarterback Daryll Clark acknowledges the crowd and his team from the trophy podium immediately following Penn State's 19-17 victory over LSU in the Capital One Bowl held in Orlando, Fla., on Jan. 1, 2010.

Penn State senior quarterback Daryll Clark acknowledges the crowd and his team from the trophy podium immediately following Penn State's 19-17 victory over LSU in the Capital One Bowl held in Orlando, Fla., on Jan. 1, 2010.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Penn State football players (from bottom) Chaz Powell, Josh Hull, Andrew Pitz and Eric Latimore greet Penn State fans in the stands following the Nittany Lions' 19-17 victory over LSU in the Capital One Bowl, held in Orlando, Fla., on Jan. 1, 2010.

Penn State football players (from bottom) Chaz Powell, Josh Hull, Andrew Pitz and Eric Latimore greet Penn State fans in the stands following the Nittany Lions' 19-17 victory over LSU in the Capital One Bowl, held in Orlando, Fla., on Jan. 1, 2010.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

Penn State standouts Josh Hull, left, and Sean Lee, 45, right, conduct the Penn State Blue Band from the field following the Penn State 19-17 win over the Tigers of Louisiana State University on New Years Day 2010 in Orlando Florida.

Penn State standouts Josh Hull, left, and Sean Lee, 45, right, conduct the Penn State Blue Band from the field following the Penn State 19-17 win over the Tigers of Louisiana State University on New Years Day 2010 in Orlando Florida.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

The Nittany Lion acknowledges Penn State senior quarterback Daryll Clark as he conducts the Penn State Blue Band from the field following the Penn State 19-17 win over the Tigers of Louisiana State University on New Years Day, 2010, in Orlando Florida. Clark, who in his post-game trophy acceptance speech spoke highly of his appreciation for Penn State spirit, made a point to acknowledge fans, students and the Blue Band following the rainy game's conclusion.

The Nittany Lion acknowledges Penn State senior quarterback Daryll Clark as he conducts the Penn State Blue Band from the field following the Penn State 19-17 win over the Tigers of Louisiana State University on New Years Day, 2010, in Orlando Florida. Clark, who in his post-game trophy acceptance speech spoke highly of his appreciation for Penn State spirit, made a point to acknowledge fans, students and the Blue Band following the rainy game's conclusion.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

As Penn Staters left the Capital One Bowl after a thrilling 19-17 victory over the LSU Tigers, the sun came out and the sky turned blue and white.

As Penn Staters left the Capital One Bowl after a thrilling 19-17 victory over the LSU Tigers, the sun came out and the sky turned blue and white.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 4, 2010

A news cameraman gets footage of members of the Touch of Blue Majorettes aboard their bus following the conclusion of the 2010 Capital One Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Jan. 1, 2010. The game ended in a 19-17 victory for the Nittany Lions, who defeated LSU in a rainy thriller.

A news cameraman gets footage of members of the Touch of Blue Majorettes aboard their bus following the conclusion of the 2010 Capital One Bowl in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Jan. 1, 2010. The game ended in a 19-17 victory for the Nittany Lions, who defeated LSU in a rainy thriller.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010

A vibrant sunset illuminates the sky above Orlando, Fla., following the conclusion of the 2010 Capital One Bowl, which resulted in a 19-17 win for Penn State over the Tigers of LSU.

A vibrant sunset illuminates the sky above Orlando, Fla., following the conclusion of the 2010 Capital One Bowl, which resulted in a 19-17 win for Penn State over the Tigers of LSU.

Credit: Andy Colwell January 1, 2010