GREENVILLE, Pa.—Hundreds of students and representatives from nearly 100 colleges, universities, trade schools, businesses, career centers, and military branches are expected for the Mercer County Guidance Counselors Association College Fair from 9-11 a.m. Thursday, October 3 in Thiel College’s Rissell-Beeghly Gymnasia.
High schools from Mercer and Crawford counties and other surrounding districts are invited to bring their junior and senior students to the fair, which is also free and open to the public. Representatives will distribute materials and speak with students and other interested members of the community about colleges and career opportunities.
Recruiters from the several armed services branches as Representatives from area employers will also be on hand for the event.
All attendees should be aware of traffic and any delays caused by construction on Route 18.
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.