International award-winning ensemble Vox Luminis will perform at Thiel College’s David Johnson Memorial Chapel at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11. The performance is part of the College’s Con Spirito Chamber Music Concert Series.
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Thiel College students Madison Mele ’17, of McMurray, Pa., Jennifer Shelley ’16, of Port Allegany, Pa., and Jaime Whitaker ’18, of Kersey, Pa., will spend a summer abroad after earning Vira I. Heinz Scholarships for Women in Global Leadership.
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Thiel College officials will recognize the contributions of 15 faculty and staff members as part of their annual Founders’ Day celebration at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4.
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Professor of Business Administration and Accounting and Department Chair Gary Witosky, C.P.A., C.G.M.A., M.Acc. ’79 started the senior business seminar for Professor David Miller, M.B.A. ’61 on Jan. 13. Witosky spoke to the students about six key factors that make for a successful professional and personal life.
“I will be starting at a large firm myself in October, and I have had constant concerns about how well I will do there. I think I have had an excellent education at Thiel College, but it is very intimidating to be working with people that come from large state schools. However, Professor Witosky’s speech, without a doubt gave me more confidence to start work come October.” – Courtney Gibson ’16
“The dinner was very enjoyable. I was amazed at the amount of guidelines that need to be followed when practicing proper meal etiquette. However, now that I know what is expected, I’m confident I will leave a great impression if and when I attend a formal business dinner.” – Josh Doody ’16
“I really enjoyed hearing about his six keys to success: perform with passion; do not settle; get ‘grit;’ know yourself; have/be a hero or mentor; and service to others. Professor Witosky showed a TED Talk video on grit, and I think that is what really boosted his presentation to the next level. I had no idea what grit was, but I do believe I have it now that I have been introduced to it. Professor Witosky finished with saying that if you follow through with all six of those keys to success, you will have luck and you will be successful in your life/career.” – Kristi Guritza ’16
“It was truly an honor to hear Professor Witosky share his experiences and lend the class much-needed advice when entering the workplace. I will apply the lessons learned from his eye-opening lecture to the workplace.” – Garret Schweitzer ’16
Education majors in Dr. Doug Hazlett’s Integrating the Arts for the Developing Child Pre-K-4 class on Jan. 22 participated in a video conference with Melinda Meyer from the Erie Arts and Culture Center in Erie, Pa. Meyer shared information about the Center and how the education majors could use the Center’s resources in their teaching. The discussion included the additional tools available to enable the future teachers to include music, art, theater and dance into their teaching.
Students in the Principles of Macroeconomics class of Professor Karen Shaffer, M.B.A. placed fifth in a national video contest.
Students Chris McCann ’18, Meagan Daugherty ’18 (singer), Megan Sweeny ’18, Trevor Cope ’18, and Jenna Ehrlich ’17 performed and produced the video for the Rockonomix contest as a way to incorporate the principles of economics into the everyday world. Trent Keisling ’15 recorded the video.
During the contest period, 13,348 votes and 4,270 YouTube views were logged.
Criminal justice majors Olivia Royal ’16, of Erie, Pa., and Cody Slevin ’16, of Conneaut Lake, Pa., are The Learning Commons February Extraordinary Effort Award winners.
Thiel College says farewell to:
Wellness Rewards
Don’t miss the opportunity to get money and improve your health! Thiel College employees and covered spouses can each get $120 by earning 100 wellness points each in the 2016 Healthy Points Wellness Rewards program.
For more information, contact Jennifer Clark at ext. 2858.
Aikido Classes
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m.
Glen Johnson Community Center, Lobby Area
Weekly Thiel College Aikido classes meet every Tuesday and Thursday evening through May 31.
For more information, contact Pastor Jayne Thompson, M.Div., at ext. 2130.
Worship on Wednesday
Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
The service is held every Wednesday, excluding March 9 and 23. For more information, contact Pastor Jayne Thompson, M.Div., at ext. 2130.
Relay for Life Theme Contest
Today and Thursday
Rotunda Bistro and TC Café, Howard Miller Student Center
The Thiel College Relay for Life is April 1 in the Rissell-Schreyer Dome. Ideas for the event's theme can be submitted until 2 p.m. today outside the TC Café. Five themes will be selected from the submissions and voting will take place Thursday. The winning theme will be announced at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Rotunda Bistro.
Founders’ Day Reception
Feb. 4 at 10 a.m.
Rotunda Bistro, Howard Miller Student Center
A gathering for staff, alumni, friends and family preceding the Founders’ Day celebration. For more information, contact Alumni Relations.
Founders’ Day Ceremony
Feb. 4 at 11 a.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The annual Founders’ Day ceremony commemorates the founding of Thiel College. This year's event serves as the kickoff of the yearlong sesquicentennial celebration. The Dietrich Foundation will receive the A. Louis and Barbara Thiel Distinguished Service Award. Faculty and staff awards will also be presented. For more information, contact Alumni Relations.
Winter Weekend 2016
Feb. 5-7
Thiel College campus
A full weekend of events and activities are scheduled for Winter Weekend 2016. An alumni and student networking reception, hypnosis show, Thiel Players performance, Class of 2015 gift dedication, athletic events, Greek Alumni forum and worship service are a few of the events on the schedule.
Sixth Annual Black & White Ball
Feb. 6 at 8 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
A formal event for alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate Winter Weekend. A variety of hors d’oeuvres, desserts and beverages will be served. Attendees must wear formal black and white attire. For more information, contact Alumni Relations.
Greenville Rotary Club Rose sale
Orders for the Greenville Rotary Club's annual rose sale are due Monday, Feb. 1. Cost is $30 per dozen. Roses are available in red, pink or yellow. Flowers will be delivered on Feb. 12. For more information, contact Director of Facilities Mike Shultz at ext. 2167 or Mark Hoffacker at 724-588-7070.
Tomcat Tributes are designed to recognize the teamwork Thiel College employees exhibit each day. Employees can nominate co-workers for recognition in four categories (Random Act of Kindness, Going the Extra Mile, Had a Great Idea, Just Because).
Nominee: Christine Cianci, M.A.
Nominator: Anonymous
Comment: Chris is continuously going the extra mile to make sure that not only our students are taken care of, but also the employees. Chris genuinely cares about each and every one of the students and employees here at Thiel College.
Nominee: Leigh Anne Wolford
Nominator: Cindy Roy
Comment: Soon after the Call Center launched I knew I needed a trainer! Leigh Anne has done an amazing job of being a team player as we have had to hammer out the training and onboarding of new call team members. I appreciate her dedication to doing a great job and attention to detail!
The next issue of T-Notes will be out Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016.
Send your submissions by noon Monday, Feb. 1, 2016 to tnotes@thiel.edu.
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