PARU
PENN STATE
ACTION RESILIENCE UNITY
The Penn State Action Resilience Unity (PARU) is a newly proposed student-led club at Penn State Harrisburg, established as a regional enterprise of Arforearth. Arforearth is a globally recognized NGO dedicated to combating climate change, promoting sustainability, and empowering communities through education and action. With a vision to inspire global change, Arforearth has led initiatives such as tree-planting drives, campus cleanups, and educational workshops on renewable energy, while also organizing international Model United Nations (MUN) conferences to foster diplomacy and address global challenges.
PARU extends this mission to Penn State Harrisburg, where students will collaborate to organize impactful sustainability events—including campus cleanups, recycling campaigns, and renewable energy workshops—and student-led MUN conferences focused on topics like climate policy and sustainable development. The club embodies a commitment to action, resilience in the face of environmental challenges, and unity among members to drive change. Note: Club approval is still pending and will be confirmed once all ten permanent members sign up and the application process is completed with Penn State Harrisburg’s Office of Student Engagement.
Become a founding member of the
Penn State Action Resilience Unity (PARU)
We are seeking ten permanent members to help shape this exciting initiative. Below are the top ten roles and their responsibilities, essential to driving our sustainability and MUN activities. Interested students can apply by providing their details and preferred role through the application process outlined below. Only the first ten approved applicants, who are registered Penn State Harrisburg students, will secure these permanent positions, ensuring a dedicated core team to launch the club successfully.
Available Roles and Responsibilities
Treasurer: Manages finances, prepares budgets for events like tree-planting drives and MUN conferences, and ensures compliance with university funding guidelines.
Sustainability Coordinator: Plans and executes environmental events, including campus cleanups, recycling initiatives, and workshops on sustainable practices.
MUN Chair: Organizes and leads MUN conferences, assigns topics related to global issues, and moderates debates to enhance diplomatic skills.
Marketing Lead: Promotes club events through targeted campaigns, campus flyers, and social media to attract participation and support.
Event Planner: Handles logistics for sustainability events and MUN conferences, including securing venues, scheduling, and coordinating resources.
Social Media Manager: Manages PARU’s online presence, creates engaging content, and interacts with followers on platforms like Instagram and Twitter.
Community Liaison: Builds partnerships with campus organizations, local NGOs, and Penn State Sustainability to support PARU initiatives
Research Assistant: Conducts in-depth research for MUN topics (e.g., climate change policies) and sustainability projects to inform event planning
Creative Designer: Designs visually appealing posters, flyers, and digital materials to promote events and enhance PARU’s brand identity.
Application Process: To apply for one of the ten permanent member roles, please submit the application below, Applications will be reviewed by the club’s leadership, and the first ten eligible Penn State Harrisburg students to apply will be selected. Ensure you meet the requirement of being a registered student, and be prepared to attend an orientation session once the club is approved. Submit your application through the designated form on this page or contact the club president, Aneesh Reddy, at aneesh@arforearth.org for further instructions. Once approved, members will need to sign up officially via the Penn State Harrisburg DISCOVER platform to finalize the club’s recognition.
