Corruption in college sports programs is not commonly talked about however happens frequently. College administrators are often willing to cover up wrong doings by people who they see as a valuable asset to their sports programs.

Former Penn state assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky was tried and convicted of multiple counts of sexual abuse. In 1998 a mother reported that Sandusky showered with her 11 year old son the incident is then investigated by the Penn state police and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. In the summer of 1998 Sandusky admits to showering with the young boy and promises not to do it again. The case is closed shortly after and Sandusky does not face any penalties and is allowed to coach for the following