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NLCG Consulting Services
A student-managed, faculty-supported consulting firm where NLCG members earn academic credit and work with clients on real-world business problems.
Penn State Consulting Organization
A membership Penn State student organization focused on preparing students for consulting related careers through mentorship, networking, case competitions, etc.
Consultant Training Program
Training and activities organized by NLCG members that are open to all University Park students interested in consulting as a potential career path.
The NLCG Advantage
Elevate your career with exclusive training, collaborative projects, and access to a vibrant network of driven peers and professionals. At NLCG, we prepare you to lead and succeed in the world of consulting.
Our Core Values
We practice what we preach
Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do and hold ourselves to this standard both individually and collectively.
Integrity
We value honesty and trustworthiness and adhere to the highest standards of ethical and socially responsible behavior in all aspects of our work.​
Results
We are results oriented and seek to have a positive impact on our clients and our world in ways that are economically, socially, and environmentally responsible.
Belonging
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive culture and aspire to be a community where each person is fully embraced and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Passion
We are fiercely passionate in all endeavors and seek out challenges that require us to grow and better ourselves as professionals and as people.
Semester Newsletters
These publications celebrate the accomplishments, events, and milestones achieved by our members each semester. The first edition is out now!
Legacy Awards
Each semester, NLCG awards 4 individuals a legacy award, highlighting their commitment to upholding the foundational values that the organization was built upon
Gus Colangelo Legacy Award for Passion and Belonging
Reflecting how the culture of “MGMT 496” and its founder, Gus Colangelo, encouraged students pursue their passions to the fullest, this award recognizes an individual who brought exceptional passion to NLCG and helped take NLCG a place where every member is embraced and empowered to reach their full potential.
Fall 2020
Sydney Acensio
Spring 2021
Will Schaninger
Fall 2021
Chrisly Li
Spring 2022
Maansi Shah
Fall 2022
Kunal Maheshwari
Spring 2023
Grant Reitz
Fall 2023
Badr Khawaji
Spring 2024
Jessica Krieger
Fall 2024
Jack McCormack
Spring 2025
Andrew Keddie
The NCG Legacy Award for Excellence and Integrity
Reflecting the commitment of the Nittany Consulting Group to strive for the highest levels of excellence and professionalism, this award recognizes an individual who has epitomized NLCG’s commitment to exceptional achievement and unwavering integrity.
Fall 2020
Haskel Canagarajah
Spring 2021
Josh Rubin
Fall 2021
Kate Klock
Spring 2022
Monem Rizvi
Fall 2022
David Desmet
Spring 2023
Hannasy Rodgers
Fall 2023
Gabe Rodriguez
Spring 2024
Leigh Stern
Fall 2024
Lexi Prince
Spring 2025
Joe Pagano
SCNO legacy Award for Results and Impact
Reflecting SCNO’s central tenet of positively impacting people, our communities and the world at large, this award recognizes an individual who has enabled the impact of NLCG on its clients and society through exceptional contributions to their project, team, or other members of the organization.
Geno Keohane
Kayla Ellison
Bryan Kavanagh
Jill Wagner
Leah Hickman
Eric Mole
Matt Miller
Justin Heckler
Clarissa Garcia
Sophie Bang
The Tenured Member Award for Exceptional Contributions to NLCG
Recognizing the importance of leadership and guidance from our most experienced members, this award recognizes a NLCG tenured member who has made exceptional contributions to the success of NLCG over the past semester.
Jack Vlanzy & Lexi Lauser
Marceli Pawlikowski
Eric Diamond
Michelle Liang
Olivia Cordano
Katie Cocco
Lena Annunziata
Adam Douglas
Gabe Rodriguez
Colton Shiry
The Nittany Lion
Consulting Group 24-25
2025 Executive Board
