VETeran Evaluation and Research Applications Network

A data-driven, collaborative effort aimed at ensuring public and private donations are invested in effective programs and services that support the well-being of veterans and their families.

VETERANetwork Summary

The Penn State VETERANetwork grew out of a collaborative evaluation effort. The timeline below provides details of the network’s evolution. Click or tap on each box to learn more.

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The Veterans Metrics Initiative

Survey of veterans’ well-being and program use

2015-2020

6 Waves of Data Collection

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Veterans Engaging in Transition Studies

Additional waves of data collection and expanded research topics

2020-2023
On to Future Directions
On to Future Directions
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Future Directions: Partner With Us!

  • Additional longitudinal data collection
  • Further in-depth data analyses
  • Program evaluation and matched sampling
  • New data-driven projects

Policy Information and Briefs

Supporting Veterans Using Data-Driven Decision-Making (State policy)

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Addressing Pennsylvania’s Worker Shortage by Leveraging Veterans (State policy)

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Mitigating Underemployment Among Transitioning Post-9/11 Veterans (Federal policy)

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All Policy Information and Briefs

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