Thiel College Celebrates International Education Week 2012

Posted November 8, 2012Communications and Marketing Department

GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College celebrates international education – both international students at Thiel and Thiel students studying out in the world – during this special week. Come learn about how you can explore the world at Thiel!

Most events are free (except for the International Food Fair) and events marked with an asterisk are open to the public.

Sunday, Nov. 11

*International Food Fair - Howard Miller Student Center, Galleria, 4:30-7 p.m.

This annual dinner is prepared by Thiel’s international students and provides the opportunity to expand the taste buds by trying foods from all over the world. Cost is $8.25 (without Thiel meal plan) and $4 for children under age of 10.

Monday, Nov. 12

Study Abroad Resource Fair - HMSC, Galleria Entrance, Noon-1 p.m.

*Travel 101 Presentation - Academic Center (AC) 129, 4-5 p.m.

*Solo Women Traveling Presentation - Academic Center (AC) 129, 5-6 p.m.

Where in the World - HMSC, Bistro, 3-5 p.m.

Tuesday, November 13

*Mini-Language Lessons - HMSC, Weyers Lounge, 2-3 p.m. and 4-5 p.m.

Wednesday, November 14

Study Abroad Resource Fair - HMSC, Galleria Entrance, 2-3 p.m.

A "Czechtastic" Study Abroad - Sawhill-Georgian Room, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 15

International Mosaic - HMSC, Weyers Lounge, 3-4 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 16

International Mosaic - HMSC Bistro, 3-4 p.m.

Light Up the Sky - Freshman Quad, 6 p.m.

For more information, contact Shannon Reesh, director of international student affairs.


About Thiel College

Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.



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