Leadership: Theory and Practice
Leadership: Theory and Practice
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781506362311
Author: Peter G. Northouse
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
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Chapter 12, Problem 12.3.5CS
Summary Introduction

Case summary:

Joe Paterno, head football coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions, was considered the most triumphant coach in the history of NCAA. However, with the revelation of a sexual abuse scandal against a former assistant coach which Paterno allegedly knew about and did not report to authorities, saw his fame and recognition take a negative turn.

Characters in the case:

Joe Paterno

Jerry Sandusky

Gary. C. Schultz

Tim Curley

Graham. B. Spanier

Mike McQueary

Adequate information:

The leadership of Paterno and Spanier in covering up a sexual abuse scandal and how Schultz, Curley, and McQueary blindly followed their decision, resulting in the tarnishing of Penn State University’s trusted reputation.

To determine:

Where Paterno’s intentions went wrong and how the followers could have changed the moral climate at Penn State University.

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