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Students

Judge Tosses Lawsuit by Pa. Governor Against NCAA

A federal judge on Thursday threw out the governor’s lawsuit against the NCAA over sanctions against Penn State related to Jerry Sandusky, calling his argument “a Hail Mary pass” that easily warranted dismissal.

June 6, 2013

Sports

Deacon Jones, NFL Hall of Famer, Dies

His nickname belied his calling. David “Deacon” Jones was the most feared member of the Fearsome Foursome, the original sackmaster.

June 4, 2013

Students

Ohio State President Retires in Wake of Notre Dame Jabs

Gee came under fire for jokingly referring to “those damn Catholics” at Notre Dame and poking fun at the academic quality of other schools.

June 4, 2013

Sports

A Look at Rutgers’ Missteps Since Joining Big Ten

On Nov. 20 of last year, Rutgers was on top of the college athletics world. How things have changed.

June 2, 2013

Sports

5 Ex-New Jersey Governors Gives Rutgers Chief Vote of Confidence

Five former New Jersey governors, who served from the 1970s through 2004 representing both political parties, have given the embattled president of Rutgers University a vote of confidence.

May 30, 2013

Sports

Rutgers AD Has Not Considered Resigning Despite Allegations

Julie Hermann has not considered withdrawing as Rutgers’ incoming athletic director despite past abuse allegations.

May 27, 2013

Students

Griner Interview Fuels Further Discussion of inclusion in College Sports

The WNBA’s top draft pick said in an interview with ESPN Magazine that, as a standout for Baylor University, she was encouraged not to discuss her sexuality, because it could hurt recruiting.

May 21, 2013

Sports

Federal Judge Weighs Fate of Corbett Suit vs. NCAA

Gov. Tom Corbett will learn within the next few weeks whether his federal lawsuit against the NCAA over the penalties handed down against Penn State will be allowed to continue, following a nearly two-hour hearing Monday in Harrisburg.

May 20, 2013

Sports

Penn State Defends Football Medical Staff

Penn State’s athletic department is vigorously defending itself against a report questioning the quality of medical care for football players.

May 15, 2013

Students

Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Still Needed on Campus

Just in case, you didn’t realize it, this is Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

May 12, 2013

Sports

Indiana University Hiring of Diving Coach Raises Degree Questions

Indiana University’s hiring of a decorated diving coach to help lead its renowned aquatics program is drawing fire from critics who say his bachelor’s degree is bogus and that his selection sends the wrong message to students.

May 9, 2013

Sports

Young Gay Athletes Set Tone for NBA Coming Out

You’ve probably never heard of Holly Peterson or Jonathan Jean-Pierre.

May 5, 2013