GREENVILLE, Pa.—Justin Hartwig, former National Football League player and member of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Super Bowl XLIII championship team, visited Thiel College on Thursday, Jan. 16 to speak with students as part of the College’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes program.
Hartwig, who played in the NFL from 2002-10, shared his experiences as a professional athlete and answered questions from students about his faith. During the event, Hartwig discussed how his personal beliefs shaped his career and approach to life, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities he encountered as a professional athlete.
The event provided Thiel College students the opportunity to engage in dialogue with Hartwig, exploring the intersection of faith, sports, and leadership. The discussion highlighted the role of faith in navigating the pressures of professional athletics and making decisions aligned with personal values.
The FCA chapter at Thiel College hosts regular events aimed at fostering connections among students and promoting discussions on faith and character in sports and everyday life.
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.