Vet-aLIONce

Vet-aLIONce

Employee Resource Group for Servicemembers, Veterans, Military Spouses, and Allies

  • Co-leads:
    • Eugene McFeely
    • Sharon Lucas  
  • Executive Sponsor: 
    • Russell Rang

Mission

Engage, connect, and unite Penn State's military-connected employees and allies through a collaborative and diverse alliance devoted to military community advocacy, support, and mentorship that empowers personal and professional growth while enhancing Penn State’s mission and higher education outcomes for the University as a whole.
 

Vision

To create an inclusive and thriving alliance of Penn State military-connected employees and their allies that fosters professional growth and support resulting in positive impact and opportunities for the broader Penn State community.
 

The Community

  • Supported entities: Penn State faculty, staff, and graduate assistants who are servicemembers (Active, Guard, and Reserve), veterans, and military family members.
  • ERG membership: Penn State faculty, staff, and graduate assistants who are servicemembers (Active, Guard, and Reserve), veterans, military family members, and allies.
  • Beneficiaries: Penn State faculty, staff, and students who are servicemembers (Active, Guard, and Reserve), veterans, and military family members. In addition, the entire Penn State community and local communities around Penn State campuses.
     

2023/2024 Goals

  • Unveil ERG
  • Establish charter and administrative practices
  • Revise and set final mission and vision statements with membership concurrence
  • Set goals for first through third-year
  • Build membership
  • Develop logo and coin
  • Plan one all-member event