GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College students in the Master of Science in physician assistant studies program gathered items to donate to the Erie, Pa. Mercy Center for Women as part of the Pennsylvania Society of Physician Associates annual charity event.
Each year a local charity in the host city of the PSPA annual conference is chosen.
According to its website, Mercy Center for Women aims to keep the most vulnerable members of the Erie community safe. The organization provides safe and supportive transitional and permanent housing, education, and support services for women, men, and children experiencing homelessness. Mercy Center has connections with social service agencies and volunteers to form a network of ongoing support, mentoring, and education for residents. The organization is celebrating 30 years of combating homelessness.
Thiel College faculty members attended the conference and all the items were brought to the annual conference in Erie, Pa. to be donated.
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.