GREENVILLE, Pa.—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.
The partnership allows qualified students to earn a bachelor's degree in biology from Thiel in just two years before advancing to four years of medical school at LECOM. The agreement also provides pathways to careers in dentistry, pharmacy and podiatric medicine. Nowinski appeared on Thursday evening’s newscast.
In addition to the accelerated osteopathic medicine program, the agreement offers multiple pathways into healthcare professions:
The television coverage highlights a new opportunity for students considering careers in healthcare and Thiel’s commitment to providing accelerated academic pathways.
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.