Congressman Fred Keller announces Department of Justice grant to Lycoming College

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Fred Keller (R-PA) today announced the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women has awarded funds to Lycoming College.

A grant in the amount of $300,000 will go toward combating domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking on its campus by enhancing victim services, implementing prevention and education programs, and developing and strengthening security and investigation strategies.

On the awarding of the grant, Congressman Fred Keller made the following statement:

Congratulations to Lycoming College on being awarded this important funding. We must always strive to ensure that our higher education systems promote an environment where all students can pursue learning free from harassment and sexual violence. This grant will support Lycoming College’s mission to combat all forms of domestic violence and sexual assault and allow them to continue offering their students a world-class education.”