Grantham University receives Patriot Award for Support of Employees serving in the Guard and Reserve

Oct. 20, 2009 - PRLog -- Kansas City, Mo. – Grantham University, http://www.grantham.edu, an online university, announced today that employee, Paul Alley, was honored with a Patriot Award in recognition of extraordinary support of the employees who serve in the Missouri National Guard and Reserve.  Mr. Alley received his award from the Missouri Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense.

“Grantham University is fortunate to have such qualified people working with us,” said Mr. Alley. “The entire organization supports our military.”

Grantham University joins thousands of American employers who have reviewed their current human resources policies to ensure compliance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-Employment Rights Act Law (USERRA). When an employee is required to report for military service, Grantham provides support with a pay differential to offset any loss of wages.

Jon Kready, a University employee and Senior Airman in the United States Air National Guard, commented, “Paul works hard to fill the void when I’m gone for training, which allows me to concentrate on my Guard mission and not worry about my job back home. I am proud to work for a University that cares so deeply about our service members.”

According to Retired Brigadier General, Tracy Beckette, ESGR Missouri Chair, “The Patriot Award was created by ESGR to publicly recognize American Employers who provide outstanding patriotic support and cooperation to their employees, who like the Minute Men before them, have answered their nation’s call to serve.  Supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength and readiness of the nation’s National Guard and Reserve units.”


About the Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve:
The Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) was established in 1972 to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve component members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee's military commitment. Today, ESGR operates through a network of thousands of volunteers throughout the nation and Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. ESGR provides education, consultation, and if necessary mediation for employers of Guard and Reserve employees.  More information about ESGR Employer Outreach Programs and volunteer opportunities is available at http://www.esgr.mil, or by calling 1-800-336-4590.

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About Grantham University:
Established in 1951, Grantham University is a private institution that specializes in online education for the working adult student. Its mission is to provide accessible, affordable and academically challenging online courses and degree programs that prepare its graduates for careers in business, engineering technology, computer science, criminal justice, information technology and other professional fields. Grantham University offers a military scholarship and discount program for active duty, reserve, guard, veterans and military family members, as well as scholarships for law enforcement professionals. Grantham's courses are 100% online, allowing students to study at home, at work, on Temporary Duty (TDY) or from almost anywhere in the world. Grantham University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). For more information, visit http://www.grantham.edu or call 1-800-955-2527.