Thiel College’s third speech-language pathology cohort celebrates Commencement Exercises

GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology students were awarded their diplomas during the program’s third Commencement Exercises recently.

Seventeen students were awarded their degrees during the July 27 event, and two students were recognized for their exceptional work during the program. Cheyanna M. Ross ’15 M.S.’23 was awarded the Dr. Nancy Antonino Outstanding Clinician award. Malena Nicole Sparidaens M.S.’23 was awarded the Dr. Sonya Wilt Outstanding Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student award.

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The full list of graduates:

• Whitney Ashcraft M.S.’23, of Wheeling, W.Va.
• Gillian Leigh Bowler M.S.’23, of Merced, Calif.
• Christina Nicole Clutter M.S.’23, of Amity, Pa.
• Krista Ann Delatore M.S.’23, of New Philadelphia, Ohio
• Anna Elizabeth Gordon ’22 M.S.’23, of Cranberry Township, Pa.
• Allison Marie Hartman M.S.’23, of Ontario, Ohio
• Felix Daniel Hernandez M.S.’23, of Lewisburg, Pa.
• Maegn G.E. Holbrook M.S.’23, of Roseburg, Ore.
• Lindsey Paige Holley M.S.’23, of Ashton, W.Va.
• Emily G. Kalchthaler ’22 M.S.’23, of Greenville, Pa.
• Megan Hannah Kiley M.S.’23, of Keedysville, Md.
• Elizabeth O’Hara M.S.’23, of Chesapeake City, Md.
• Elizabeth Ann Pleiming M.S.’23, of Fairhope, Ala.
• Cheyanna M. Ross ’15 M.S.’23, of Sigel, Pa.
• Malena Nicole Sparidaens M.S.’23, of Alamo, Calif.
• Falan Leigh Vancura ’22 M.S.’23, of Greenville, Pa.
• Jamin A. Wentling ’22 M.S.’23, of Greenville, Pa.

The first two cohorts of speech-language pathology students had 92 percent and 100 percent job placement, respectively. Pending certifications and selection of positions, the 2023 cohort is expected to have 100 percent placement soon. The 14-month Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Program at Thiel is designed to provide both the scientific and cultural foundations of human communication, disorders and differences. It is also designed to apply practice through experiential learning during classes and clinical practicum experiences each semester.

The program officially opened in May 2020 as the College’s first graduate degree option.

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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.