“It’s sort of a rite of passage at Penn State to have there be some sort of national scandal while you’re there,” one senior told NBC News. Penn State University has roughly 50,000 students attending school on its main campus and collectively has more than 70 Greek life organizations that it recognizes.Matt Rourke / AP fileAug. 24, 2026, 3:19 PM EDT / Updated Aug. 24, 2026, 3:19 PM EDTSTATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Days after Pennsylvania prosecutors unveiled what they described as a “coordinated and highly profitable” cocaine-trafficking operation centered on two Penn State fraternities, the allegations appeared to have barely registered with many students.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Penn State’s alleged cocaine ring made national news. Here’s how it’s playing out on campus.
“It’s sort of a rite of passage at Penn State to have there be some sort of national scandal while you’re there,” one senior told NBC News.
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