They (the lenders) prey on the uninformed and uneducated.

The only reason people do not know much is because they do not care to know. They are incurious. Incuriousity is the oddest and most foolish failing there is.

Notre Dame's expectations are high, their traditions demanding. They made a decision they felt was right for Notre Dame, and it was to our benefit.

This is a good example in how complex and how many different tiers there are in administering an athletic program these days. It clearly was a matter of misunderstanding.

Scott is one of the most talented and respected athletic directors in the nation. With Scott's arrival, I believe we now have one of the strongest, most experienced, and talented administrative teams in the nation.

All parties agreed they talked about this a long time ago. I can assure you that all of us have learned from this, so our system will get better.