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Thiel College is an independent institution affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Founded in 1866 by the Lutheran pastor William A. Passavant through the generosity of Pittsburgh Lutheran church members Louis and Barbara Thiel, Thiel College maintains a Lutheran identity with an ecumenical commitment. The College encourages the engagement of religious faith in all aspects of education, personal growth and vocational development.

Thiel College Mission Statement:
A great university education with value for a lifetime expands knowledge, stimulates global awareness, promotes ethical and responsible service, develops leaders, and prepares students for careers. Thiel achieves this by engaging students where they are and showing them pathways to excellence.

Thiel College Vision Statement:
The definitions and measures of quality in higher education are changing rapidly, influenced by technology, global economics, demographics and socio-cultural transformations. Thiel sees itself as an innovator in defining and delivering education that will have value for a lifetime.

Committed to its Lutheran identity and the spiritual growth of its community, Thiel achieves continuous improvement by:

• developing and delivering innovative academic and co-curricular programs incorporating ethical and global perspectives;
• promoting critical thinking, analytical reasoning, artistic sensibility and effective communication;
• providing opportunities for students to discover and prepare for leadership in their chosen careers;
• enrolling students from the global population;
• celebrating diversity within its community; and
• cultivating thriving living/learning communities.

The goal of campus ministry at Thiel College is to help the College fulfill its mission by providing opportunities for worship, prayer, theological reflection and pastoral counsel for all students, faculty and staff.

Contact:
Rev. Andrea M. Ng'weshemi, Ph.D.
College Pastor
724.589.2130
FAX: 724.589.2010