Just mentioning the word 'risk' makes some people nervous. Risk is something that few beyond the world of poker, sky diving or NASCAR are willing to take on. But mention risk to Gary Langsdale and he sees an opportunity for change. As Penn State's risk manager, Langsdale is charged with identifying the University's potential risks and helping people assess, eliminate, reduce, avoid or manage these risks. Everything from data security, student behaviors, pandemics, laboratory environments, weather emergencies and more -- these are the events and operations that Langsdale knows if not handled correctly could threaten Penn State's ability to achieve its goals.