Thiel College MBA program graduates sixth cohort of students

GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College has awarded Master of Business Administration degrees to eight students, marking the completion of the College’s sixth MBA cohort.

The graduates participated in Thiel College’s 2026 Commencement ceremony in May alongside undergraduate degree candidates and completed the remaining requirements for the MBA program by the end of the month.

The Class of 2026 MBA graduates are:

• Zachary W. Bergstresser ’25 MBA’26, of Sharon, Pa.
• Olivia Lynn Brown MBA’26, of Greenville, Pa.
• Jordan D. Castona ’25 MBA’26, of Sandy Lake, Pa.
• Zachary James Dillingham ’25 MBA’26, of Ford City, Pa.
• Brandon E. Flock ’24 MBA’26, of Greensburg, Pa.
• Jacara Lynn Green ’25 MBA’26, of Farrell, Pa.
• Christopher Fredrick Slaven ’25 MBA’26, of Bridgeville, Pa.
• LaShawn Lorraine Williams ’25 MBA’26, of Farrell, Pa.

The Master of Business Administration program provides advanced study in leadership, strategic management, organizational decision-making, finance and business operations. Designed for working professionals and recent graduates, the program prepares students for leadership roles across a variety of industries and organizations.

The MBA program is part of Thiel College’s graduate and professional studies offerings in Greenville, Pennsylvania, and serves students from western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio and beyond.

Since launching the program, Thiel College has graduated six cohorts of MBA students, preparing graduates for careers and advancement opportunities in business, healthcare, education, nonprofit organizations, government and other professional sectors.

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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.