Penn State

Then don't go there.

I don't believe it will change the education at all. Its a great school and I hope it will remain that way.
But come on man, sodomy is a lot more than "touching". This is definitely not an isolated incident. Idk if you have been watching the news but there are quite a few kids who were victims over a long period of time. Also when there is the possibility of a cover up that goes all the way up to the President of the University, it does apply to the entire institution. I got a feeling this situation is gonna get really messy. So whether you are applying to Penn state for their undergrad, or for there Residency program, it would be irresponsible not to consider what is currently going on at the institution before you decided to attend there.

Sorry dude, I work too much to follow the news. Which is a shame because I trust everything I hear on the news. Bottom line, you aren't comfortable going there so don't. Let others have your spot.

If the guy who asked this question gets an interview from Penn State after I just got a rejection, I'm gonna be pissed.

good luck to all applying this year

I am close with the penn state program and wanted to give a couple of thoughts

My condolences and sincere regret goes out to the victims of this tragedy. It is a sad event that has taken place.

While the ramifications it has on the reputation of the institution are in question, the quality of education and training is not perturbed in the least. Since the hospital/medical center are a part of Penn State, naturally there has been a somber ambience in reaction to the news this past week

The medical center is physically removed from the undergraduate campus (located in State College) by ~ 100 miles (Hershey, PA). As such, the hospital has not witnessed the student demonstrations that have been discussed on the news.

The training program is an excellent one, and the quality will not be affected in the least by this event. It hopes to continue to attract quality applicants for residency and will continue to develop highly talented young surgeons.

thanks for your time and good luck to all candidates this year

--OG2008