Magic's appearance resecheduled for Feb.

Earvin "Magic" Johnson has rescheduled his appearance in Penn State's Distinguished Speakers Series.

Johnson, who canceled his initial appearance due to a family illness, will speak at 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, at Eisenhower Auditorium, according to a news release.

The 11-time all-star and three-time NBA Most Valuable Player will speak on overcoming adversity, said Karen Wagner, public information officer of University Relations.

Students, faculty and staff may receive free tickets beginning Feb. 2 at the Eisenhower box office, Wagner said.

If any tickets remain, Wagner said they will be distributed to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning Feb. 3.

-- by Christopher Antonacci