October 19, 2016

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Thiel Happenings

Butler Institute director to present lecture on ‘treasures of American art’ at College

Executive Director of the Butler Institute of American Art Louis Zona, Ph.D., will present “Treasures of American Art: Thoughts on the Collection of The Butler Institute of American Art” at Thiel College at 7 p.m. Oct. 26 in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center.

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New video showcases Pedas Center and Department of Media, Communication and Public Relations

James Pedas Professor of Communication and Chair of the Department of Media, Communication and Public Relations Dane Claussen, Ph.D., and Assistant Professor of Communication Ross Nugent discuss the benefits of majoring in communications at Thiel College.

Miller completes third Thiel College history book

Michael Bray, D.M.A. (left) and Rae Johnson ’59 (center) pose for a photo with Paul Miller ’69 and his recently completed third Thiel College history book.

Miller’s book, “A Joyful Noise!”, focuses on music and its place at the College during its 150-year history. The Alumni Office has copies for sale. Miller has also written histories on the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity on campus and The Thiel Players.

For more information or to reserve a copy, contact the Office of Alumni Relations.

Mindfulness, Oxford and Africa highlight second Thiel Forum

The second Thiel Forum of the academic year is at 4 p.m. Thursday in the Stamm Lecture Hall of the James Pedas Communication Center.

Thiel Forums are held on select Thursdays throughout the academic year.

Special screening of Throne of Blood to be shown Friday

Akira Kurosawa’s “Throne of Blood” (1957) will be shown at a screening event at 6:30 p.m. Friday in the Stamm Lecture Hall of the James Pedas Communication Center.

Adapted from William Shakespeare’s “The Tragedy of Macbeth,” “Throne of Blood” sets the famous Scottish play in medieval Japan. 

The event is sponsored by TCTV, the James Pedas Communication Center, The Thiel Players and Sigma Tau Delta. Media communication major Joe Pouliot ’17 will make opening remarks and a talk-back session with Pouliot, Associate Professor of English and Department Chair Jared Johnson, Ph.D., and Assistant Professor of Communication Ross Nugent will follow the screening.

The performance is free and open to the campus community. Light refreshments will be served. 

For more information, contact Nugent at ext. 2018.

Student News

Hautmann, Williams named Thiel Learning Commons effort winners

     

Amanda Hautmann ’17 and Megan Williams ’17 were named this month’s Thiel Learning Commons Extraordinary Effort Award winners.

Hautmann is a neuroscience major with psychology and music minors from Pasadena, Md. Williams is a psychology major from Lusby, Md.

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Tomcat Tributes

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).

Special Notes

Events

Campus Events

Haller Enterprise Institute Entrepreneur of the Year
Today at 6:30 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center

Carol (Yeager) ’71 and Barry Stamm, M.D. ’70 and Brant Dencher ’17 will be honored at the Haller Enterprise Institute’s annual award dinner.

HPI Guest Lecture: John Lozoraitis, D.P.T.
Tuesday at 5 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center

John Lozoraitis, D.P.T., is the guest speaker for the Health Professions Institute Lecture Series. His talk will focus on information, advice, and personal stories about preparing for and applying to physical therapy programs.

For more information, contact Chris Fonner, Ph.D., at ext. 2099.

Kids & Chemistry program
Sunday at 1:45 p.m.
Academic Center

The Thiel College student affiliate chapter of the American Chemical Society will host their annual “Kids & Chemistry” program Sunday. The program includes demonstrations and hands-on activities for students in grades 4-6.

To reserve a spot or for more information, please contact Kathy Frantz, Ph.D., at ext. 2113.

October Equine Speaker Series: Heather Palm, D.V.M.
Oct. 26 at 6 p.m.
Sawhill-Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center

State veterinarian Heather Palm, D.V.M., will give a presentation titled “Is Your Horse Receiving the Correct Vaccines.”

For more information, contact Jenna Malnar.

Breast Cancer Awareness Speakers
Oct. 27 at 7 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center

Zeta Tau Alpha sorority is hosting several speakers who will discuss their experiences with breast cancer for the organization’s philanthropy, breast cancer education and awareness.

Library Research and Writing Awards
Nov. 3 at 4 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center

The Eighth Annual Library Research and Writing and The Professor Evelyn C. Baer Exemplary Writing awards will be presented to students and top winners will present their papers and projects as part of the event.

Con Spirito Concert
Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel

Cellist Joshua Roman will perform at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 as part of the Con Spirito Chamber Music Concert series. 

For more information, contact Monica Adametz at ext. 2240.

Ongoing Events

Worship on Wednesdays
Today at 4 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel

All are welcome for hymns, prayers, a message and Holy Communion during this weekly service.  

For more information, contact Pastor Jayne Thompson at ext. 2130.

Aikido classes
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m.
Johnson Community Center lobby

Aikido classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays during the academic year except on holidays and college breaks. 

Community Events

St. Paul’s Ask an Expert: Estate Planning
Thursday at 6 p.m.
The Keifer Building at St. Paul’s

An informational panel on a variety of estate planning and tax topics. Seating is limited and reservations are required. RSVP by Friday.

For more information or to RSVP, contact gfay@lifeatstpauls.org or at 724-588-9613, ext. 1217.

Battling Addiction Conference
Nov. 3 at 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Alliance Life Building

Brad Lander, Ph.D., clinical director addiction medicine at The Ohio State University, and Tim Grealish, certified intervention specialist, will deliver the keynote addresses at this free event. Kelly Burke from the Mercer County Behavioral Health and Jayme Ferry from the Crawford County Drug and Alcohol Executive Commission also will speak on prevention initiatives.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Jeff Hanley.

CCYHA Lottery Fundraiser
Through Oct. 26

The Crawford County Youth Hockey lottery fundraiser is based on the daily drawing of the pick three lottery number Monday through Saturday in November. Daily prize amounts range from $25 to $525. Tickets cost $10 each.  

For more information or to purchase a ticket, contact Dominick DiRienzo at ext. 2188.

T-Notes Publishing Schedule

The next issue of T-Notes will be out Wednesday, Oct. 26.

Send your submissions by noon Monday, Oct. 24 to tnotes@thiel.edu.

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