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Thiel College hosts riders from nationally recognized cycling event for fifth consecutive year

For the fifth consecutive year, Thiel College will serve as an overnight stop for many of the approximately 500 riders and volunteers participating in Bike MS: Escape to the Lake, a two-day fundraising ride scheduled for June 13-14.

Thiel College hosts annual synod conference for Lutheran leaders from northwestern Pa.

05/29/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Northwestern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America members will meet at Thiel College on June 5-6 for the organization’s annual synod assembly.

Summer cheer camp for kids returns to Thiel College this July

05/27/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

The nationally-recognized Thiel College cheer team is bringing back its annual Lil’ Scratchers youth cheer camp for participants ages 4–12 this summer with a country-themed twist.

Tomcat Tennis Tournament in mid-July expanding to include second event later in month

05/22/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College will host two United States Tennis Association junior tournaments this summer at the College’s updated tennis facilities, welcoming players from across the region and beyond.

Motivational speaker Sabrina Parr addresses Thiel College student-athletes

05/6/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Student-athletes at Thiel College heard from coach and motivational speaker Sabrina Parr during a recent presentation in Bly Hall focused on mental toughness, discipline and personal development. Parr, a former Division I athlete and six-time All-American, spoke to students about building resilience and preparing for success in athletics, academics and life.

Thiel College Center for Speech-Language Pathology Services launches free preschool program

05/6/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College’s Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program is expanding clinical learning opportunities and community services with the launch of “Bundles of Learning,” a play-based language development program for preschool-aged children at the Thiel Center for Speech-Language Services.

Thiel College earns Tree Campus recognition from Arbor Day Foundation

04/24/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College has been recognized as a 2025 Tree Campus Higher Education institution by the Arbor Day Foundation, marking the College’s eighth consecutive year earning the national designation. The recognition reflects activities completed during the 2025 calendar year, with awards announced in 2026.

Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity brothers will race in high heels as part of Mercer County AWARE fundraiser

04/7/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

The Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity at Thiel College is conducting its annual Walk-A-Mile in Her Shoes fundraiser for Mercer County AWARE, a philanthropic campaign devoted to eliminating domestic and sexual violence.

Thiel College PA students deliver care, gain insight during medical mission trip to Caribbean

04/1/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Twelve physician assistant students from Thiel College stepped beyond the traditional classroom and clinical setting to participate in a transformative international medical mission in March. As part of the College’s Students Without Borders initiative, the group traveled to the Dominican Republic from March 14–21, providing much-needed healthcare services to underserved communities in and around Santo Domingo.

Lutheran Bishop leading talk on faith and perseverance at Thiel College’s Miller Series

03/31/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

The Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, The Reverend Yehiel Curry, is the speaker for the 2026 Professor David M. Miller ’61 H’20 Distinguished Lecture Series at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 9 in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center.

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