Paying the Piper

Legally speaking, things are settled over that embarrassing Ohio State incident. What occurred between Judicial Affairs or the on the University of Pittsburgh end of things is uncertain. Here’s the tab:

Hi, I'm still a total fucking asshole.

Richard Eisenberger Jr. pled guilty to harassment and disorderly conduct charges and paid $537 in fines and court fees.

The fraternity, Pi Kappa Alpha, also pled guilty to disorderly conduct charges and paid $327 in fines and court fees.

In other news, the Fight Club trial has been postponed until February.

Bud Light Presents Real Men of Genius

The BBC (Buckeye Battle Cry) beat me to this and has his picture, but I’ll expound upon it.

Real Men of Genius. Today we salute you, Mr. Gaetano Sacco – Master Cinematographer. Mr. Gaetano Sacco – Master Cinematographer. You’ve got a camera, complete lack of competence and a YouTube account. What could possibly go wrong, crazysacc? Your dumbass attempt at documenting your perceived awesomeness or piss poor try at cinéma vérité accomplished what no one in the college football world thought possible and made Ohio State fans sympathetic figures in the eyes of Michigan. They’re like fire and ice! You’ve got a proud history at Penn State – bringing honor to your fraternity as Pi Kappa Alpha Vice President, getting hit by cars while drunk or being quoted in comically ironic titled articles like “Petition: Innovation too far, some say.” You don’t understand, it really is! So crack open an ice cold Bud Light oh recorder of douchebaggery. You may only get a sip before you hurl it at a passerby, but if they came after you, you’d run like a coward. Mr. Gaetano Sacco – Master Cinematographer. Bud Light beer, Anheuser Busch – St. Louis, Missouri.

Feel free to search "Gaetano Sacco" here, the contact information may or may not be current. He's also available on facebook if you'd like.

*Update directly from Penn State University* – Investigation into video yields information

There is a Special Circle of Hell

Where assholes like this will go. It's very difficult to restrain my anger after watching the video of the Ohio State fans being assaulted with beer. What's worse is that there seems to be some that feel the need to defend the actions of these douchebags. They say well they shouldn't have been down around the frats. Really, that makes it ok? Is that Buckeye fan from State College that he knows the geography? If I went to Columbus, I sure wouldn't know where I was. Regardless, this behavior is unacceptable, good natured ribbing and light-hearted booing is one thing, but this is an embarrassment of epic proportions. So, close and fine the shit out of that fraternity and if you know who this person is, let the proper authorities know, because this will not be tolerated.

Hi, I'm a total fucking asshole.

Update: RUTS is reporting that the University president's office was so swamped with e-mail that it has created a form letter for those writing in:

As Associate to the President for Administration, I help Dr. Spanier address the important issues that are brought to his attention.

Thank you for sharing your concerns about the behavior of some of our fans. Media accounts following the game indicated that fans were spirited, but overall exhibited better behavior, so I am disappointed to see the youtube video. Our Office of Police Services is investigating it in an attempt to identify those involved. It is extremely unfortunate and embarrassing that some fans engage in behavior that reflects badly on all Penn Staters, the majority of whom are respectful and well-mannered.

A group of students and administrators have been meeting to encourage better behavior from our fans. A number of initiatives are underway–posters have been placed around campus, ads have been placed in the student newspaper and on television promoting good sportsmanship. Prior to the Ohio State game, a message from the Athletic Director was sent to all students via the student newswire concerning appropriate fan behavior. Coach Paterno also addressed the issue when he visited the students camping outside the stadium. Clearly more can be done and we will continue to work on this.

Coordinating these efforts into an effective campaign that garners results does not happen overnight, but we are committed to the effort and to its success.
I will be sure the President sees your note. Thank you for taking the time to write.

Sincerely,

Tom Poole
Thomas G. Poole, Ph.D.Associate to the President for Administration

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