Thiel College announces Nielah Jones ’23, of Baltimore, Md., and Julia Langietti ’23, of Greenville, Pa., as Student of the Month honorees for February.
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Thiel College will host the Beijing Guitar Duo as a part of the Con Spirito Chamber Music Concert Series at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 in the David Johnson Memorial Chapel.
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Match Day 2023 will kick off at 8 a.m. February 23 at the Stamm Track and Field Complex. There will be opening ceremonies at 9 a.m. and employees and students can log laps and win prizes throughout the day.
All dollars raised go towards the Thiel Fund, which is important for assisting academic programming, need-based scholarships, athletics and general campus support.
Donor goal for Match Day is 560 donors.
The College has a Match Challenge. If 75 Thiel employees of any kind give a gift of any dollar amount on Match Day, an anonymous donor will give $2,500 towards the Thiel Fund.
For more information, contact Director of the Thiel Fund David Mogle ext. 2140.
On Thursday February 9th, faculty and staff put their cooking skills to the test as they prepared their best soup or chili.
The “Souper Bowl” Soup and Chili Cookoff took place in the Sawhill Georgian Room. Employees, students and friends of the College paid a small fee to taste the soups and chili entered in the contest, resulting in a total of $233 raised to benefit the American Red Cross. Out of nine entries, Director of Advancement Mark Batt ’83 and the College Advancement team received the most votes and claimed the Golden Ladle.
Jordyn Liedike ’23 staffs the Circulation Desk in the Langenheim Memorial Library and is ready to help Tomcats with their library-related needs.
Jim Miale ’85 was the featured speaker at the Ruth A. Miller Senior Business Seminar that was held on Feb. 8. Miale is the Vice President of Commercial Banking at ERIEBANK in Meadville, Pa. His presentation focused on the questions “What Can Thiel Do for You?” and “What Can You Do for Thiel?” which he answered by sharing many of his life experiences including his on-going relationship with the College and his fellow alumni.
“Jim was an IUP basketball commit, but at the last second, he decided to study and play basketball at Thiel instead. He realized that there was a big difference between the two schools. Thiel referred to Jim by his name and asked him about his life and what was going on with him. IUP, on the other hand, referred to Jim by his social security number.” Emily Grandy ’23
“Jim played three sports at Thiel including football, basketball, and baseball. Jim graduated from Thiel in 1985 and majored in accounting and business administration.” Amy Jackson ’23
“Jim Miale, an alumnus of Thiel, spoke to us about his journey in the business world. He started by sharing the opportunities that Thiel has provided him throughout his career.” Tyler Zere ’23
“Jim ends up graduating and getting a job at First National Bank in Hermitage, Pa. Jim worked there for 19 years and then decided to sell his house and move back in with his parents. While doing this, he went to Robert Morris University and obtained his master’s degree in business education. For the next six-and-a-half years, Jim taught and coached at Mount Union Area High School in Mount Union, Pa.” Matt Castles ’23
“In 2012 he left teaching to be a Commercial Loan Officer at ERIEBANK, where he currently works. He presented his whole backstory to us, asked everyone in the class why we chose Thiel, and then told us his story.” Autumn Gourley ’24
“Before making a full-fledged presentation, he asked each of us for a self-introduction, including name, hometown, high school, major, and how we ended up Thiel College. This activity was linked to his presentation topic, the importance of networking and finding common ground.” Seoyeon Choo ’23
“Next, in his presentation, he emphasized ‘What Thiel can do for you.” Thiel can provide a great education, professors and admission care, lifelong friends, amazing memories, and preparation for interviews.” Asher Patton ’23
“In his presentation, Jim also talked about what Thiel can do for us students and what we, as students, can do for Thiel. He mentioned that Thiel gives us a great education, professors that care, lifelong friends, and most importantly, Thiel helps students get real jobs. What we, as students, can do for Thiel is to make sure that we get involved, stay connected, come back, and support it.” Emily Grandy ’23
“To think that Mr. Miale was almost at Indiana University of Pennsylvania; it would have changed his life course in so many ways. He believes the same thing. Mr. Miale talks about the friends that he made at Thiel. He mentions the connections that he has had for so many years. He talks about his twin friends who broke him out of his shell and who he still gets together with to this day.” Natalie Zgurich ’23
“Even though Jim’s presentation did come with an abundance of advice and guidance, the most beneficial thing that I got out of it was a reminder of how much of a family and helpful network Thiel alumni actually are.” Allison Walsh ’24
“I asked Jim, ‘What made you want to stop what you were doing with accounting and go into teaching?’ He stated that he was in a rut with what he was doing at his job. He found that he really enjoyed opportunities where he was able to teach other people in his field. He was also coaching pee wee football at that time, so he took those two factors as signs to go back to school to get a teaching degree.” Ian Yahner ’24
“A truly inspirational speaker. Jim Miale has experience in many industries, and it shows in his voice with the passion that he projects onto students like me. He instilled confidence that we will find our way in the world even if there does not seem to be a clear path at that moment.” Natalie Zgurich ’23
“His one-line introduction of Thiel was "Best decision in my life." Seoyeon Choo ’23
“I believe that what he said about what Thiel can do for us is true, especially when it comes to the caring professors. From my own experience, I know that I got an amazing experience with Thiel, as did he.” Amy Jackson ’23
Lessons Learned
Dinner Dishing
New Thiel Player Stickers are available for purchase in the William A. Robinson Theater lobby.
HR Notes
Thiel says farewell to:
Alumni awards nominations being sought
The Thiel College Alumni Board is now accepting nominations for the Distinguished Alumni, Service to Thiel, and Young Alumni awards. Award recipients personify the very best of Thiel College and are truly leading lives of meaning and purpose. These awards exist to nominate your classmates and friends for honors they so richly deserve. Submit your nominee's name by April 7, 2023
The awards are presented to the recipients as part of Homecoming weekend during a special awards ceremony. This year, Homecoming is the weekend of
September 29 - October 1
For more information contact alumni@thiel.edu.
Black Excellence Speaker
February 16 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Entrepreneur Grace Eleyae will share her experience and inspire students through her journey as a black female entrepreneur founding a successful business.
For more information, contact Than Oo.
Career Tabling: LECOM
February 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Students, Staff & Faculty can come meet and greet with a representative from LECOM to learn about open opportunities.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Study Abroad Candygram Fundraiser
February 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Candygram fundraiser for the Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia study abroad trip.
For more information, contact George Tice ’24.
Creating Your Personal Brand
February 16 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Whether you’re looking for a job, are aiming to grow your reputation, or are just interested in determining how you come across to others in interviews/professional situations, we can help you learn. Building and maintaining a strong personal brand is important to finding success.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef.
Catholic Mass
February 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 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.
Thiel Bible Study
February 16 from 7-8 p.m.
Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse & Café
You're invited to the Thiel Bible Study at Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse & Café, located at 172 Main St., Greenville.
For more information, contact Emmalee Sheeler ’24 or Ava Kavulla ’25.
Pedas 48-Hour Film Screening
February 17 at 6 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
We are screening the product made during the 48-Hour Film event that was held at the end of the Fall Semester. Food and Beverages will be served.
For more information, contact Christina Newman ’25.
Bingo
February 17 from 8-9 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Gift Card Bingo event for Thiel College students. Show up for a chance to win some prizes.
For more information, contact Than Oo.
Men’s Lacrosse: Mount Union at Thiel
February 18 at 1 p.m.
Rissell-Schreyer Dome
Thiel College hosts the University of Mount Union in men’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact the Sports Information Office.
The GSO Presents: Americana
February 18 from 3-5 p.m.
William A. Passavant Memorial Center
The GSO will offer a salute to American composers for the second concert of the 94th season. General Admission tickets are $20 - children and students are admitted free of charge.
For more information, contact the Greenville Symphony Orchestra, or to book a ticket, click here.
Alumni Dinner with DHI Students in Newport, KY
February 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Hampton Inn, Newport, Kentucky
Join Thiel alumni and friends for a dinner with Dietrich Honors Institute (DHI) students during their Cincinnati trip. Pizza and soft drinks.
For more information, contact David Hummel.
Chapel Services
February 19 from 2-2:30 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Chapel starts at 2:00 every Sunday; see you there.
For more information, contact Pastor Brian Riddle ’07.
Tomcat Day: Accepted Students
February 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thiel College Campus
Are you a future accepted Tomcat! Join us for a day of next steps presentations, interactions with other incoming students, games, and lunch. Please note, you must be an accepted 2023 student to register for this event.
For more information, contact the Office of Admissions.
Psi Chi T-Shirt Sale
February 20 from 11 a.m. to noon
Upper Level, Howard Miller Student Center
Psi Chi is having a t-shirt sale.
Thiel College Music Honorary Society Fundraiser
February 20 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Padrones Pizza
When you buy a pizza, you make a direct donation to Thiel College Music Honorary Society! A portion will go to TCMHS to put toward necessary items such as better performing arts equipment for all Thiel students. Order a 16" Large or 18" Big Guy with one topping.
Eat in or Take Out Only.
Padrones Pizza, 140 Main St. Greenville, Pa., 16125
Career Tabling: CHANNELLOCK
February 21 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Students, Staff & Faculty can come meet and greet with a representative from Channel Lock to learn about open opportunities.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Psi Chi T-Shirt Sale
February 21 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Upper Level, Howard Miller Student Center
Psi Chi is having a t-shirt sale.
Rotary Meeting
February 21 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
If you would like more information on joining the Rotary Club of Greenville, please visit the Rotary Club of Greenville website for more information on becoming a member.
Con Spirito: Beijing Guitar Duo
February 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Thiel College invites you for a Con Spirito Chamber Music Concert performance featuring the talented BEIJING GUITAR DUO. Praised by the distinguished Classical Guitar Magazine as “having the star potential to serve as inspiration for new generations of guitarists to come,” they’ll be performing this February as the first installment of the spring 2023 Con Spirito Music Series. This event is free and open to the public.
OBC Meeting
February 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 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.
Psi Chi T-Shirt Sale
February 22 from 11 a.m. to noon
Upper Level, Howard Miller Student Center
Psi Chi is having a t-shirt sale.
Résumé Doctors: Résumé Review Pop Up session
February 22 from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Library
Résumés have you feeling a little blue? Bring a copy of your résumé and get the feedback you need to make the best first impression and land that interview!
For more information, contact Liza Schaef or Libbi Brown.
Women’s Lacrosse: Medaille at Thiel
February 22 at 4 p.m.
Rissell-Schreyer Dome
Thiel College hosts Medaille College in women’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact the Sports Information Office.
Mindfulness and Meditation
February 22 from 6-7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Mindfulness with Pastor Brian is a variety of stretching, movement, and meditation designed to promote harmony between your body and mind, so that you may heal and grow in all areas of your life. It is non-religious, and helpful whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner. Come join us and reconnect with your inner strength and peace.
For more information, contact Pastor Brian Riddle ’07.
Men’s Lacrosse: Muskingum at Thiel
February 22 at 7 p.m.
Rissell-Schreyer Dome
Thiel College hosts the Muskingum University in men’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact the Sports Information Office.
Thiel College Match Day
February 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dr. Barry '70 and Carol Stamm '71 Track and Field Complex
It's our Annual Match Day! Recognize our generous donors with a lap around the track.
For more information, contact David Mogle.
Psi Chi T-Shirt Sale
February 23 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Upper Level, Howard Miller Student Center
Psi Chi is having a t-shirt sale.
Career Tabling: Whole Life Services, Inc.
February 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hallway, Howard Miller Student Center
Students, staff, and faculty can come for a meet and greet with a representative from Whole Life Services, Inc. to learn about open opportunities.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Thiel Forum: Special Edition
February 23 from 4 p.m. to 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. This week’s presentations are:
For more information, contact Mary Theresa Hall, Ph.D.
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