I have to note the passing of
Joe Paterno, who died today at age 85. Of course, Paterno will be remembered for winning more football games than any other college coach. But as Penn State President Rodney Erickson noted, Paterno's "commitment to education is unmatched in college football." He repeatedly said that he measured the team's success not by victories, but by the number of players who went on to be productive citizens and make a positive contribution to society. Paterno and his wife, Sue, also donated more than $4 million to the library, the College of Liberal Arts, and the interfaith spiritual center. Penn State is a far better place thanks to Paterno.
