GREENVILLE, Pa.—The Thiel College chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon was honored with the Donald C. McCleary Award for Excellence in Member Development during the fraternity’s Carlson Leadership Academy in Pittsburgh in late January.
The award recognizes chapters with outstanding member development programs that actively engage brothers throughout all four challenges of the Balanced Man Program while incorporating volunteers and content experts from their campus and community, according to Sigma Phi Epsilon’s website.
The Thiel College Sigma Phi Epsilon Executive Board attended the event, which took place at the Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square from January 24–25. The board members in attendance included:
The Carlson Leadership Academy is Sigma Phi Epsilon’s premier leadership program, bringing together undergraduates, volunteers, and national headquarters staff to exchange ideas and best practices.
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.