GREENVILLE, Pa.—Members of Thiel College’s Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity participated in the 27th Annual Hermitage Holiday Light Parade on Saturday, Nov. 22.
The parade, organized by the City of Hermitage, is one of the region’s largest seasonal community events. According to the city, the annual celebration draws more than 30,000 spectators to the Central Business District and features dozens of community groups, performers and volunteers.
City officials shared appreciation for this year’s participants in a social media statement, noting the significant effort required to plan and stage the event and recognizing the community members who helped “bring the holiday spirit to life.”
Sigma Phi Epsilon members represented Thiel College alongside numerous local organizations.
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.