Derry Area High School senior Cydney Wierzbowski, of Derry, Pa., was awarded an academic scholarship worth $134,964 to Thiel College during a surprise presentation at the high school Tuesday morning.
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The Career Development Center at Thiel College is hosting a number of career tabling sessions in the hallway of the Howard Miller Student Center throughout January.
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The Thiel College cheerleading team is hosting a college prep stunt clinic for high school students on Sunday, Jan. 22 at the College to help fundraise for the team’s return trip to the National Cheerleaders Association’s College Nationals competition.
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Thiel College’s first cohort of Bachelor of Science nursing students began their classes at Sharon Regional Medical Center this week.
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Each semester, “Thiel News Time” (TNT) gatherings are an opportunity to meet as a community and share information as we work together to advance the College. These sessions take place on Tuesdays during community hours when no classes are scheduled allowing faculty to attend together with the College’s staff.
Included below is the spring schedule for TNTs which will all be held in person. These sessions are interactive. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions, comments, and announcements for the good of the campus community.
Spring TNTs begin at 11 a.m. in the Sawhill Georgian Room of the Howard Miller Student Center on:
For more information, contact Amy Taczanowsky at ext. 2155.

Marissa Locondro ’23 and Kylie Vergnola ’24 try to get a handle on the many packages flowing into the Thiel College mailroom.


HR Notes
Paid day off schedule
The 2023 paid days off schedule has been released by Human Resources. Employees should check their email to see the calendar.
For more information, contact a member of the Human Resources team: Jennifer Clark at ext. 2858; Angela Sorg ’23 at ext. 2150 or Hillary Udell at ext. 2004.
Career Tabling: Full Circle Home Care, LLC
January 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Students can meet and learn about Full Circle Home Care, LLC and their current job/internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Thielensian General Interest Meeting
January 19 from 6-7 p.m.
James Pedas Communication Center, Room 125
Come find out all about being part of The Thielensian.
Catholic Mass
January 19 at 6:30 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel

Celebrate Catholic Mass with our Friends from Saint Michael's Parish. Every Thursday at 6:30 PM in the Thiel Chapel.
For more information, contact Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 at ext. 2130.
Men’s Volleyball: Carlow at Thiel
January 19 at 7 p.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel College hosts Carlow University in men’s volleyball.
For more information, contact the Sports Information Office.
Bingo!
January 20 at 7 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Bingo event for Thiel College students. Show up and have a chance to win some prizes.
For more information, please contact Than Oo at ext. 2192.
Ski Club Meeting
January 20 at 7 p.m.
Bly Hall, Academic Center
Ski Club meeting to pass out crew necks and reserve spots for upcoming trip!
For more information, please contact Anthony Phillips ’23.
Caring for the Woods Workshop
January 21 from 8 a.m. to noon
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Join woodland owners, homeowners, and anyone interested in their local environment for a Caring for your Woods workshop! Become a better steward of your woods, no matter the size! Learn about the land around you and how to care for it from local forestry and environmental professionals.
Registration is free but required. Call or email the Clear Creek Forest District office to register at 814-226-1901 or fd08@pa.gov.
Cheerleading Stunt Clinic
January 22 from 1-4 p.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium
The cheerleading team is hosting a college prep stunt clinic for high school students. This is a fundraiser for the team's return trip to the National Association's College Nationals competition. The entry is $20.
For more information, contact Randall Burnett M.A.’22 at ext. 2247.
Career Tabling: Sheetz
January 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Students can stop by for a meet and greet and learn about job and internship opportunities available through Sheetz.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Thiel Forum
January 24 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Thiel Forums are designed for faculty members, staff, and students to showcase areas of research, academic interest, or travel experiences they are currently pursuing or have recently participated in. Audience members are encouraged to attend to support the presenters. Some classes may offer extra credit to students for attending. This week’s presenters will be Calli Shekell and Liza Schaef.
For more information, contact Mary Theresa Hall, Ph.D..
Men’s Volleyball: Penn State Behrend at Thiel
January 24 at 7 p.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel College hosts Penn State Behrend in men’s volleyball.
For more information, contact the Sports Information Office.
Résumé Doctors (Résumé Review Pop Up Session)
January 25 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Rotunda Bistro, Howard Miller Student Center
Students can bring a copy of their résumé and get feedback to help make the best first impression and land an interview.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef or Libbi Brown.
Organization of Black Collegiates
January 24 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
The Organization of Black Collegiates (OBC) meets every Tuesday (unless otherwise noted) in Weyers Lounge.
For more information, contact Neilah Jones ’23.
Men’s Basketball: Bethany at Thiel
January 25 at 6 p.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel College hosts Bethany College in men’s basketball.
For more information, contact the Sports Information Office.
Career Tabling: Sharon Regional Medical Center
January 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Students can stop by for a meet and greet to learn about job opportunities available through Sharon Regional Medical Center.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Thiel Forum: Special Edition
January 26 from 4-5 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
The Thiel Forum: Special Edition events are designed for faculty members, staff, and students who are interested in sharing ideas and research about effective pedagogy: teaching and learning in the classroom. These events are participative, informal, and designed to encourage audience interaction and brainstorming about the most current and effective ways that learning occurs in the college classroom.
For more information, contact Mary Theresa Hall, Ph.D.
Tomcat Tributes
Tomcat Tributes recognize the teamwork Thiel College employees exhibit each day. Employees can nominate co-workers for recognition in four categories (Random Act of Kindness, Going the Extra Mile, Had a Great Idea, Just Because).
Publishing Schedule
T-Notes is published weekly. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out January 25. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, January 16 to be published in that week’s edition.