Thiel Happenings

Thiel College presents its 16th annual Earth Week Celebration Schedule

Thiel College invites the community to join in its 16th annual celebration "Revisiting Sustainability: Still Caring for the Earth" during Earth Week on April 7 – 10.

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Haer Family Symposium: Neuroscience Lecture Series begins April 1

Thiel College announces the inaugural Haer Family Symposium: Neuroscience Lecture Series on the College's campus Tuesday through Thursday, April 1, 2 and 3.

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Campus bookstore unveils new spring line

Check out what's new for spring at your college bookstore!

• Bright and light hoodies
• Mix/match leisure wear
• Performance wear
• Sweatpants, shorts, tees, jackets
• Many in sizes XS to 2XL!

The bookstore is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Visit their website.

Student News

Professor Giannini’s Operations Management Field Trip to Ilsco Corp. and Pennex Corp.

On February 26, Professor Giannini took fifteen students, from his operations management class to Ilsco Corporation and Pennex Aluminum Company located in Greenville, Pa. The students were there to learn about the two companies’ manufacturing processes, especially their usage of logistics, supply chain management and inventory control. Company presentations and guided tours were provided by John Thigpen ’86, General Manager of Ilsco: Gary Jones, Operations Manager of Ilsco and Harry Dillman, Business Unit Manager of Pennex. A question and answer period followed the tour.

Pictured: left to right, first row - Gary Jones, John Thigpen, Dom Petrella, Carmen Papa, Sarah Jefferson, Shawn King, Tyler Strite, Tom Thorpe, Ryan Carson. Left to right, second row - Professor Angelo Giannini, Erik Gabrich, Rich Cannon, Ryan Doherty, Dylan Lasher, Justin Wolfe, Cory Swarmer, Ashley Wolanin, Alex Ciepela.

Lambda Sigma Inducts New Members

Induction of the 2014-2015 Class of Lambda Sigma was held on Sunday, March 23, in the David Johnson Memorial Chapel. Lambda Sigma Society is the National Sophomore Honor Society for 2nd year students. It was founded in 1922 as the Society of Cwens and became co-ed in 1977. Thiel’s chapter has been in existence since 1952.

The new members pictured are: Natalie Beckwith, Evialina Biarzhanina, Lenora Boyer, Elizabeth Carlson, Robert Carpenter, Garret England, Julia Fink, Nathan Flory, Stephen Formichella, Audra Franley, Max Gunn, Austin Hall, Amanda Hautmann, Willie Hodges, Trevor Martin, Sean McCarthy, Ashley McMillen, Hunter Michaelis, Alyssa Mondl, Kayla O’Kresik, Jennifer Rickens, Tiffany Rohm, Jennifer Shelley, Hanna Tegel, Kelly Thompson, and Daniel Wiegmann. Missing from the picture are new members, Madison Mele and Christoper Nuss. Mary Reames and John Hauser serve as advisers.

Officers for 2014-2015 are: Robert Carpenter, president; Hanna Tegel, vice president; Austin Hall, secretary, Kelly Thompson; treasurer; Jennifer Shelley, ritualist.

Young Alumni Present to Senior Business Seminar

On Wednesday, March 19, recent graduates, Alyssa Chine '13 and Nick Travaglianti '11, dined with and spoke to the members of the senior business seminar. Some thoughts from the students include:

"They gave great advice on our interviews. They said we should ask questions and bring in notes on the company from our research. Being punctual, confident, dressing conservatively and following up are also important. Other speakers gave similar advice, but I had not heard such an emphasis about writing notes and questions down beforehand to use in the interview. I feel like this would really help me feel more prepared and less nervous in an interview. I really enjoyed their speeches because they are close to our age and know what the job market it like for graduates right now."
Sarah Jefferson

"One quote that they said to me that I will always remember is to "Always follow up." I think this is important because it shows how much you care about the job and it shows that you are adamant about being hired. Alyssa also told us to "Be responsive to your co-workers" and I thought this was an important quote as well."
Jadon Holloman

"Both Alyssa and Nick stressed the importance of networking and how it’s the key factor to finding a job. Both Nick and Alyssa found their jobs because of networking. Talk to as many people as you can and get your name out there because you never know who might be able to get you a job. They also both stressed the importance of doing well in interviews and that it is important to be sharp and confident."
Jared Hoffacker

"One interesting thing I learned is that moving laterally within a company is an important thing. Most people only look forward to promotions, but having a wide skill set makes one more marketable and the chances of getting promoted increase with more experience. I learned a great deal from Alyssa and Nick, and I was happy they came to share their story because I will be in their position following graduation."
Hillary Hambleton

"During their presentation, the two recent graduates gave some good tips. Overall Nick and Alyssa’s presentation was an interesting one about two interesting stories which gave us great lessons to know for our careers and for our lives."
Jay Engler

"I asked Alyssa how to conceal my nervousness in the interview. She told me that everyone is nervous in an interview but the most important thing is to be confident and honest."
Yujin Kim

"I asked what the best part about starting their careers was. Alyssa said that she felt accomplished once she received her job. All of the har work she put in at college was paying off. She also mentioned that is it very exciting when you can afford your own condo and have an income of your own! Nick also stated that it was a feeling of accomplishment and a sigh of relief when he received his job. He finally felt like he has something to show after all the years of school."
Chelsea Maukonen