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Tragedy and triumph mark the stories of the year for Thiel College in 2025

01/1/26  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

The sad passing of a notable alumnus and a popular student were balanced against the academic acheivement and accomplishment of Thiel College's faculty, staff and students for the College's Top 10 stories in the Thiel College Newsroom based on their number of views, media attention, and social media impact this past year.

Thiel College Day of Giving sets records for participation and fundraising

12/17/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Thiel College’s most recent Day of Giving generated a record level of support, with 104 donors contributing a total of $38,834.94 to advance student scholarships, academic programs and campus priorities. The College participated as part of the National Day of Giving, which brings together institutions and organizations across the country to encourage philanthropy and community impact.

Thiel College fraternity surpasses $2 million fundraising milestone for Pittsburgh hospital

12/16/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Thiel College’s Phi Theta Phi fraternity has raised $20,002.10 to date for the UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Free Care Fund through its 57th annual Walk-a-thon, pushing the organization past the $2 million mark in total funds raised since launching the event in 1968.

Thiel College Kappa Sigma donates $4,000-plus from fundraising efforts for local veterans

12/12/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

The Xi Epsilon chapter of Kappa Sigma recently presented a check for $4,101 to the Reynolds VFW following their 31st annual See-Saw-A-Thon.

Thiel College shares Human Rights Day video by alumnus and filmmaker Firdaus Kharas

12/10/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Thiel College alumnus Firdaus Kharas ’78 H’07, an internationally known humanitarian and mass-communication innovator, has produced a new video in observance of Human Rights Day. The annual global observance, held on Dec. 10, marks the anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Thiel College students deliver operational plan to Mercer-based Imperial Systems Inc.

12/9/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Students in Thiel College’s Fall 2025 Operations Management course presented an in-depth operational plan to Imperial Systems Inc. on Friday, Dec. 5, providing analysis and recommendations to support the company’s continued growth and strategic decision-making.

Phi Theta Phi begins Pittsburgh collections Nov. 22 to launch 57th annual Walk-a-thon

11/21/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Thiel College’s Phi Theta Phi fraternity will kick off collections for its 57th annual Walk-a-thon for UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh during Highmark Light Up Night on Saturday, Nov. 22.

Thiel College brings together donors and recipients at annual Endowed Scholarship Recognition event

11/13/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Thiel College honored student scholarship recipients and the donors who support their education during its annual Endowed Scholarship Recognition event on Wednesday, Nov. 12, in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center.

Thiel College women’s basketball coach selected for 2025 NCAA Women Coaches Academy

11/12/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Thiel College Women’s Basketball coach Jessica Vormelker ’19 has been selected for the 55th class of the NCAA Women Coaches Academy, hosted by WeCOACH. The program will take place November 16–18 in Indianapolis.

Thiel College veterans liaison featured in news stories highlighting support for veterans

11/11/25  |  Read Full Story >>   Print

Michael Mason, Thiel College’s Assistant Director of IT Operations and Veterans Liaison, was recently featured in two regional publications for his leadership in supporting veterans and military-connected students.

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