Novelist Paul Levine, a Penn State Distinguished Alumnus, recently released "Lassiter," his eighth book featuring Jake Lassiter, a fictional mystery-solver who went from walk-on linebacker and Penn State graduate to Miami defense attorney. In this special column, Levine -- himself a Penn State graduate-turned Miami lawyer before becoming a full-time writer -- explores the little-known link between his protagonist and Penn State football coach Joe Paterno, whom Levine describes as an influence on his own life, as well as his character's. (more)
At the 2010 State College Quarterback Club banquet, which traditionally honors the seniors from the football team, a special gift was given to Coach Joe Paterno, in honor of a career with more than 400 wins. The Letterman's Club placed a call to the former captains of Coach Paterno back to his first team in 1966. The captains were asked to write a Letter To Joe, about the impact he and Penn State made on their lives. Some told stories, others revealed feelings long kept inside. Nearly all recounted the same, consistent lessons taught through the years. The letters were put into a single book and presented at the 2010 Senior Banquet. It was called, "Captains' Letters To Joe." That gift to Coach Paterno is now being made available to the public, in an effort to raise funds for the Penn State Football Letterman's Club Scholarships, including one in the name of Joe and Sue Paterno. (more)
With precautionary measures complete and no surgery required, Penn State coach Joe Paterno was released from the hospital late Tuesday (Aug. 9) morning, worked on the day's practice plans and is looking forward to being at Wednesday's practice. "It's time for everyone to turn the attention to the team," Paterno said. "We have a lot of hard work ahead in order to be as good as we think we can be." Paterno sustained injuries to his right arm and hip during Sunday's practice. The Hall of Fame coach was injured when he was blindsided by a player running a drill on the practice field. Paterno walked away after the incident. (more)
Penn State football coach Joe Paterno sustained injuries to his right arm and hip during Sunday's practice. The Hall of Fame coach was injured when he was blindsided by a player running a drill on the practice field. Paterno walked away after the incident. Paterno conducted Monday morning's coaches meeting via speaker phone from Mount Nittany Medical Center, where tests are being conducted to determine the extent of the injuries. It does not appear that surgery will be required, according to Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli, Penn State director of athletic medicine. (more)
Coach Joe Paterno and a trio of standout football student-athletes will represent Penn State at the 40th Annual Big Ten Kickoff Luncheon Festivities, July 28-29 in Chicago. Pre-season All-Big Ten honorees Michael Mauti (Mandeville, La.) and Derek Moye (Rochester) and senior running back Joe Suhey (Deerfield, Ill.) will join Paterno at the prestigious event. Activities will be held at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place in Chicago as the Big Ten prepares for its 116th season of football competition. (more)
"What [Joe Paterno] has been able to do along the way is change the way you teach but never compromise the values of what you're teaching. That's what I've learned from watching him."
- Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, speaking Monday (June 20) at Eisenhower Auditorium on Penn State's University Park campus. Krzyzewski joined Penn State football coach Joe Paterno for the taping of an ESPN special, "Difference Makers: Life Lessons with Paterno and Krzyzewski." For photos, visit http://live.psu.edu/flickrset/72157627013425088 online. (more)
A limited number of tickets for the June 20 taping of an ESPN special featuring Penn State football coach Joe Paterno and Duke men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski will be available on June 17. If any additional tickets remain, they will be available on June 20 for students, Penn State faculty/staff and the general public. (more)
Penn State Coach Joe Paterno talked with members of the conference football media about the Nittany Lions' spring practice as his squad gears up for the Blue-White Game on Saturday (April 16). Read the full teleconference transcript. (more)
How is the idea of a sports team's brand -- its distinct identity -- different from the brand of a Fortune 500 company or a consumer product ... or is it? Experts John Gerzema, James Cockerille and Victoria Vitarelli join host Graham Spanier, president of Penn State, to discuss the complexities of sports team branding on the next edition of "Expert Opinion with Graham Spanier." The show debuts Feb. 28 at noon Eastern time on the Big Ten Network. (more)
Penn State Public Broadcasting announced that Coach Joe Paterno's necktie from his 400th career win was auctioned off for $10,200 at last weekend's 19th Annual Connoisseur's Dinner. Angelo and Matilda Illuzzi of DuBois, Pa., offered the winning bid. This year's silent and live auctions raised more than $56,000 for Penn State Public Broadcasting. The annual fundraising dinner was held Saturday night (Feb. 12) at the Nittany Lion Inn. Paterno wore the auctioned tie during the Nittany Lions' historic 35-21 comeback win over Northwestern on Nov. 6 in Beaver Stadium. A Penn State football signed by Paterno and Penn State's 1973 Heisman Trophy recipient, John Cappelletti, brought in $2,750 and a framed/autographed series of photos of Paterno through the years went for $3,000. (more)
