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Penn State board of regents fires Joe Paterno, president
By H. Darr Beiser,, USA TODAY Rally for JoePa: Penn State students rally on Beaver Avenue in downtown State College to support Joe Paterno. The coach was fired Wednesday night by the university's board of trustees. By H. Darr Beiser,, USA TODAY Rally ... read more

Penn State trustees fire Joe Paterno, Graham Spanier
Penn State coach Joe Paterno and his wife Sue on the front porch of their house, address students. The students yelled "We Are Penn State" and Paterno responded, "Yes we are!" Penn State University Board of Trustees announced the resignation of ... read more

Text of statement released by Penn State coach Joe Paterno after his firing
Penn State football coach Joe Paterno released the following statement Wednesday: “I am disappointed with the Board of Trustees' decision, but I have to accept it. A tragedy occurred, and we all have to have patience to let the legal process proceed. ... read more

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