The same month, son Jay Paterno announced that Joe is battling a treatable form of lung disease. The case is currently still under investigation. After the arrest of Paterno's long-time assistant coach on child sexual abuse charges, Penn State trustees fired Paterno mid-season. Paterno's life changed in November of 2011 for more reasons than one. His career has been so successful that recently in 2005 he was named AP Coach of the Year and then in 2007 was inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame as a coach. The new section named 'Paterno Library' is just one of the many examples that display Paterno's humanity and dedication to Penn State University.ДЄ Big Ten Championship and two bowl game appearances in the last two years indicates that Joe Pa still has what it takes to be successful, despite his age. The most obvious contribution that Paterno has made to Penn State is the expansion of Pattee Library. Most of Paterno's efforts have gone to making Penn State a better university. He has done so by either donating money himself and/or by aiding in the fundraising process. Throughout his career, Paterno contributed his time to numerous charities and events.

And if you do, you should share it!' And sharing it is exactly what Paterno has done. George Paterno, Joe's brother, once said that 'Joe doesn't think one should have a great quantity of money. Claiming to live a simple life, modesty is the key to Paterno's happiness especially with money. However, Paterno's actions on the field are not the only attributes that have made him the ideal role model. Paterno's legacy has made an impact on members of the younger generation as well.' Even rival Ohio State coach, Jim Tressel acknowledges Paterno's success when he was quoted saying, 'It's incredible to think about the commitment he's had to Penn State, the growth he's fostered and nurtured. Joe Pa's philosophy is that, 'If you take care of the little things, the big things will take care of themselves.' With his tenacious and scrupulous work ethic, it becomes obvious why Paterno has been a model for future generations. Former Athletic Director Ed Czekaj once said that 'Joe works so damn hard to get things done that he inspires the rest of us.' Combined with his work ethic, Paterno's ability to pay attention to meticulous details is another reason why he has obtained so much success. As a result of the success and fame, Paterno eventually acquired the legendary nickname of 'Joe Pa.'Д¬oach Paterno led by example. Whatever the reason, Paterno has having an enormous impact on college football. Maybe it was the undefeated regular seasons in 1968, 1969, and 1973, maybe it was the first national championship in 1982, or maybe it was how he wore his famous thick glasses with hiked-up pants showing his white socks and tennis shoes. Shortly after taking the reins of Penn State's football team, Paterno's fame began to soar. Working underneath Hall of Fame head coach Rip Engle from 1950-1965, Paterno was able to get vital experience under his belt before becoming head coach in 1966. It was here that he was able to develop and build upon his innate leadership skills, the skills that would propel him to become a successful college football coach.ДЄfter Brown, Joe Paterno became officially known as Coach Paterno, having accepted a position at Penn State University as an assistant football coach. Despite not being a spectacular quarterback, he did not walk away from Brown empty-handed. With 14 interceptions, Paterno shares the record for most interceptions in a career at Brown University. While at Brown, he played quarterback and cornerback on the football team. Through hard work and perseverance, Paterno was able to graduate high school and attend Brown University. Being raised during the Depression, he was almost forced to leave his high school, Brooklyn Prep, due to the hefty tuition. Joseph Vincent Paterno was born in the large city of Brooklyn, New York, on Decemto Angelo and Florence Paterno.

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