Penn State Military Appreciation

 

Serving the Penn State Military Community

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Our vision is that Penn State will be widely recognized and emulated as the example of what higher education can do to support and address the needs of our nation’s armed forces, veterans and their families.

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Erik Russell Wilson

Erik Russell Wilson, Navy, spent time with the Marine Corps infantry as an emergency medical provider. Erik deployed to Iraq and served in the US embassy supporting the Marine Corps Security Guard.  After returning to 29 Palms, CA, Erik again deployed to Iraq, this time supporting the Iraqi Army by rendering aid to their combat casualties, as they pushed into Ramadi. He also served on rotating tactical recover of aircraft and personnel (TRAP) missions supporting US Central Command.  Erik out-processed from the Navy to continue his educational career at Penn State.

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Moving forward with vision and leadership

As part of Military Appreciation Day, you can help us say thank you to those who have served by giving them a game-day experience they’ll never forget.

 
Thank you for your support! Special programs benefiting military personnel at Penn State. Game tickets provided to honorees including active or reserve U.S. military service members, veterans, Wounded Warriors, and Gold Star families residing in Pennsylvania. Presentations before and during the game honoring our military. A Military Appreciation tailgate before the game. Your gift will help to fund Penn State Military Service Members.