Virtual Homecoming 2020 Additional Information

Thiel College invites you to celebrate the roaring twenties with us during Homeoming 2020! Below you'll find Zoom Meeting links to attend the events of your choice, as well as more detailed information regarding some of our virtual events this year.

Thursday, Oct. 8

The Courageous Tomcat Conversation Series

12-1 p.m.

Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion Anthony E. Jones debuts a new conversation series for students and employees titled, "The Courageous Tomcat Conversation Series" that will focus on specific diversity topics with experts in the field. The first speaker in the series is the director of Allegheny College’s IDEAS (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, & Social Justice) Center Angelica Perez-Johnston, D.P.A. Perez-Johnston’s talk is “Coming Into My Own: a journey through intersectionality to embracing self.”

Join Conversation Zoom Meeting

Cooking with Hannah Uschock ’22 and Pastor Brian Riddle ’07

6 p.m.

The traditional Tomcat tailgate cannot happen this year, but you can prepare your own tailgate at home! Hannah Uschock ’22 and Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 show you how to make the ultimate Tommy Burger to celebrate Homecoming.

Watch video on YouTube

Book Discussions

7-8:30 p.m.

Book 1: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. Thiel College discussion hostess Ashley Reynolds '16.
Book 2: I Shouldn't Even Be Doing This: And Other Things That Strike Me as Funny by Bob Newhart. Thiel College discussion host Allen Morrill.
Book 3: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Thiel College discussion hostess Emily Whipple '13.

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The Great Gatsby Movie Watch Party

9 p.m.

No piece of literature captures the essence of the roaring twenties like The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Join us as we come together virtually to watch the 1974 film adaptation on Amazon Prime!

Join the Watch Party

Friday, Oct. 9

Coronavirus Conversation

9 a.m.

Thiel College Director of Campus Health & Wellness Services Christine Cianci, M.S., B.S.N. ’96 and Campus Nurse Patricia Alfredo, B.S.N. discuss the College's policies and procedures to combat the spread of COVID-19 on campus.

Watch the video on YouTube

Meet with the President

12-1 p.m.

Meet with Thiel College President Susan Traverso, Ph.D.

Join Presidential Discussion Zoom Meeting

Wine Tasting

3-4 p.m.

Enjoy a glass of wine (bring your own) and share stories with fellow alumni.

Join Wine Tasting Zoom Meeting

Hauser in the Archives

4-5 p.m.

Meet with Thiel College Archivist John Hauser ’71 and explore Thiel's rich history!

Join Archives Zoom Meeting

Student and Alumni Networking

6-7 p.m.

Current Thiel students have the opportunity to meet, connect and engage with alumni of the College.

Join Networking Zoom Meeting

Virtual Paint & Sip

7:30-9 p.m.

Items to pre-purchase for the Virtual Paint and Sip on Friday, Oct.9 from 7:30-9 p.m. (any brand/any store will do):

Black light bulb
Clear plastic cup filled halfway with water for brushes (glows in dark)...need a paper plate / napkins.
Tabletop easel (optional)
EXTRA: can get glow bracelets / necklaces at dollar tree
Glow paint
Canvas: Any sized white canvas, artist normally uses: 16x20
Brushes
Spotify playlist
Add alcohol with adult humor, small profanity and comedy for Connie Dusak’s trademark party!

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Cocktail Demonstration at Padrone's

8 p.m.

Our friends at Padrone's Pizza & Pub in downtown Greenville share some festive cocktails for everyone to try at home! Celebrate Homecoming 2020 responsibly.

Watch the video on YouTube

Video Game Session

9-10:30 p.m.

Play a video game with current Thiel College students!

Join Video Game Zoom Meeting

Saturday, Oct. 10

Homecoming Worldwide Event

8-9 a.m.

A virtual Homecoming gives alumni from all over the globe a chance to connect and celebrate the weekend!

Join Worldwide Zoom Meeting

Meet with Professor Miller

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Emeritus Professor of Business and Norman P. Mortensen Endowed Chair of Economics David Miller ‘61, H’20 may be retired, but he's still an important part of the Thiel community! See what he's been up to with this Zoom session.

Join Professor Miller Zoom Meeting

Mark Batt ’87 Live with Coach Winslow ’04

12-1 p.m.

Director of the Thiel Fund Mark Batt ’87 sits down with Head Football Coach Mike Winslow ’04 to discuss the struggles of student athletes dealing with restructured schedules due to Coronavirus.

Join Coach Winslow Zoom Meeting

Theater Group

4-5:30 p.m.

Members of the Thiel Players get together to discuss their shared time on stage! Bill Robinson shared his famous cosmos and cheeseball recipes for those attending (see below).

FROZEN PEACH COSMOPOLITANS: Mix one part WHITE CRANBERRY JUICE, One part PEACH SCHNAPPES, One part VODKA. Mix together and put in freezer overnight. It will be a wonderful slushy, icy concoction the next day. If, for some reason, you wish to remain conscious, I recommend going lighter on the vodka. Also, Bill used to serve ASTI SPUMANTE at his Homecoming parties, which is also excellent.

VEGETARIAN CHEESEBALL: 12 oz. of Philadelphia cream cheese, 4 oz. of shredded cheddar, 2oz of chopped up scallions, Small amount of Worcestershire sauce. Mix together and form the cheeseball. Refrigerate overnight. Roll in chopped walnuts. Serve at room temperature with crackers of your choice.

BACON CHEESEBALL: 120z of Philadelphia cream cheese, 4 oz. of shredded cheddar, 2 oz. of blue cheese, 2 oz. of chopped up scallions. 2 heaping tablespoons of mayo. Mix together and refrigerate overnight.. Cover it in real bacon bits. Serve with crackers. (Avoid extremely salty crackers).

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All Alumni Session

6:30-8 p.m.

No matter when you graduated from Thiel, join us for this special Zoom session with everyone in one place.

Join All Alumni Zoom Meeting

Class Reunion Sessions

6:30-8 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m.

Join your specific Class Reunion meeting and connect with your fellow classmates!

Class of 1960 Reunion Meeting - 6:30-8 p.m.
Class of 1970 Reunion Meeting - 7-8:30 p.m.
Class of 1980 Reunion Meeting - 6:30-8 p.m.
Class of 1990 Reunion Meeting - 6:30-8 p.m.
Class of 2020 Reunion Meeting - 6:30-8 p.m.

DJ Charlie Brown ‘82

8-9:30 p.m.

There's no party like a virtual dance party with your personal DJ!

Join DJ Zoom Meeting

Murder Trivia

9-10:30 p.m.

Can you solve the case? Join us for a murder mystery adventure!

Join Mystery Zoom Meeting

Sunday, Oct. 11

Worship & Service of Remembrance

11 a.m.

The Homecoming Worship & Service of Remembrance is a traditional worship service held in the David Johnson Memorial Chapel to remember the Thiel College alumni who have passed in the last year.

Watch the Service on YouTube

Download the bulletin and 'In Memoriam' list