GREENVILLE, Pa.—Sonya Petersen ’28, a sophomore from Millsboro, Pa., was selected to receive the 2025 American Society of Safety Professionals Foundation Academic Scholarship, funded by Amazon.
Petersen, a double major studying environmental science and environmental safety management, was one of six students nationally to receive the $6,000 scholarship. She is a graduate of Bethlehem Center High School. Each year, the American Society of Safety Professionals Foundation Academic Scholarship Program receives hundreds of competitive applications, and out of these Petersen was selected for her demonstration of leadership, professional excellence, and integrity.
“Receiving a $6,000 scholarship funded by Amazon represents far more than a generous award, it’s a turning point in my academic journey and a catalyst for my professional aspirations in environmental science and environmental safety management at Thiel College,” Petersen said. “It reaffirms my commitment to a field of study that is critical for the well-being of our communities and our planet. I am extremely grateful for this scholarship and the opportunity to devote more time on my studies and co-curricular activities, rather than worrying about tuition and other expenses. Ultimately, this support will help me continue my education and gain the experience necessary to become a leader in environmental science and safety management.”
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.