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Thiel College academic leader discusses accelerated medical school pathway on WFMJ-TV

Thiel College Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College Sheila Nowinski, Ph.D. recently appeared on Youngstown NBC affiliate WFMJ-TV to discuss the College’s new partnership with the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Thiel College, LECOM partnership offers accelerated path to bachelor’s degree and medical school

10/21/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Qualified students can earn a bachelor’s degree in biology from Thiel College and advance into medical school in just two years through a new partnership with the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

From chemistry graduate to maple syrup entrepreneur, Thiel alumnus earns Haller award

10/20/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College graduate and sixth-generation maple farmer Nate Bissell ’02, owner of Bissell Maple Farm in Jefferson, Ohio, will receive the College’s Haller Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Thiel College celebrates National Transfer Student Week with admissions event

10/19/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Nearly one in 10 Thiel College students began their college education elsewhere, underscoring the important role transfer students play in the campus community as the College celebrates National Transfer Student Week, Oct. 19–23.

Thiel College education students gain insights into supporting student mental health

10/16/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thirty-six Thiel College education students gained valuable insights into addressing student mental health challenges during a regional workshop that brought together educators, counselors and behavioral health professionals to explore strategies for supporting students and families.

Thiel College’s WXTC marks 10th lupus fundraiser, reaches $5,750 raised

10/7/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College’s student-run radio station WXTC 88.1 FM recently completed its 10th 24-hour broadcast to raise money and awareness in the fight against lupus.

Thiel College among Pittsburgh region leaders in revenue growth as endowment strengthens

10/7/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College is among the fastest-growing colleges and universities in the Pittsburgh region by revenue and has recorded significant endowment growth over the past five years, according to two new rankings published by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

Thiel College awarded $1.8 million federal grant to expand AI literacy, student success

10/5/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College has been awarded a $1.8 million federal Title III Strengthening Institutions Program grant to launch a comprehensive five-year initiative that will make artificial intelligence literacy part of the educational experience for all first-year students while expanding academic support and creating new AI-focused educational and workforce pathways throughout western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio.

Mercer County College Fair brings 75-plus college, armed forces, trade representatives to Thiel

09/30/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Hundreds of students and representatives from more than 75 colleges, universities, trade schools, businesses, career centers, and military branches are expected to attend the Mercer County Guidance Counselors Association College Fair from 9–11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, in Thiel College’s Rissell-Beeghly Gymnasia.

Thiel College launches public phase of historic $100 million Join the Journey campaign

09/29/26 | Read Full Story >> Print

Thiel College officially launched the public phase of Join the Journey, the largest fundraising campaign in College history, during Homecoming 2026, introducing the $100 million campaign to alumni, students, employees and friends of the College at events throughout the weekend.

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