Thiel College and the College’s Blue-Gold Club proudly present Cuyler (Butch) Berwanger, the son of Heisman Trophy icon John Jacob (Jay) Berwanger, for a special event to discuss the sports icon’s life and legacy at 10 a.m. August 15 at Thiel College.
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Thiel College has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 2023 Neighborhood Faves. Winners will receive greater visibility and ranking on Nextdoor’s app.
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Members of Thiel College’s inaugural class of Master of Science in physician assistant studies added to their unique legacy as the first class with their dedication of a plaque recognizing the gifts to science donors made for the College’s anatomy lab.
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Thiel College welcomed Pennsylvania Representative Parke Wentling on July 25, 2023, as he presented a citation to Craig Thurber, the Rod E. Wilt '86 Head Coach for Thiel College Wrestling.
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James E. Tkacik, D.M.Sc., PA-C was recently appointed the new Program Director for the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Program at Thiel College.
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As the College community gears up for an exciting new year, the above video reflects on the memories that were created in 2022-23. Tommy Tomcat shared this video with students in an email to get them excited for the upcoming academic year.
From triumphs on the field to academic milestones, this video celebrates The Tomcat Way, the spirit of Thiel College and your contributions that make our community special.
Assistant Dean for Student Engagement Than Oo attended the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference recently. He described it as “a very insightful and productive meeting.”
Representatives from Augustana, California Lutheran, Capital, Grand View, Luther, Newberry, Pacific Lutheran, Texas Lutheran, Thiel, and Wartburg colleges and universities attended the event.
Athletic Director Jason Fautas will be the special guest of archivist John Hauser ’71, H’20 a part of Hauser’s Zooming from the TC Archives at noon Sept. 6. Fautas will discuss Thiel athletics.
In the past, some of the topics discussed on "Zooming from the Archives" have included Vice President for Academic Affairs Greg Q. Butcher, Ph.D. talking about the graduate programs, veteran’s liaison Mike Mason talking about the veterans' programs, Robert Olson, Ph.D. ’60 H’09 recalling his roles as a student, professor, dean and president, and assistant dean for student engagement Than Oo discussing student activities.
Thiel College Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology students were awarded their diplomas during the program’s third Commencement Exercises recently.
Seventeen students were awarded their degrees during the July 27 event, and two students were recognized for their exceptional work during the program. Cheyanna M. Ross ’15 M.S.’23 was awarded the Dr. Nancy Antonino Outstanding Clinician award. Malena Nicole Sparidaens M.S.’23 was awarded the Dr. Sonya Wilt Outstanding Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student award.
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Retirement plan information
Employees should consult their email for information about upcoming updates regarding TIAA. The email was sent July 26 and was sent to let employees know that plan participants will soon receive a letter from TIAA outlining some important updates that will be implemented by TIAA on or about August 28, 2023.
Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps
Aug. 5–7
Thiel College campus
The Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps will rehearse and stay on campus as it prepares for the Lake Erie Fanfare on Aug. 7.
Summer BBQ Visit Day
Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thiel College campus
High school students are invited to visit the College this summer for an introductory admission and financial aid information session, a student-led campus tour, and a picnic lunch on our beautiful Quad!
For more information, contact the Office of Admission or ext. 2345.
Thiel Athletics: Check-In Day Football
Aug. 9 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Members of the football team arrive for preseason camp.
For more information, contact Sports Information at ext. 2180.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Information Session
Aug. 9 from noon to 1 p.m.
Online
Prospective students are invited to an online session to learn about the clinical mental health counseling master’s degree program. During this information session, attendees will hear from faculty and staff about course work, the admissions process, financial aid and more.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission or ext. 2345.
MBA Prospective Student Information Session
Aug. 9 from 6–7 p.m.
Online
Prospective students are invited to an online session to learn about the Master of Business Administration program! During this information session attendees will hear from faculty and staff about course work, the admissions process, financial aid and more.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission or ext. 2345.
MBA Business Partnership Information Session
Aug. 10 from noon to 1 p.m.
Online
Attendees will meet with the Thiel College Master of Business Administration Admissions Team to learn about the MBA Program and how the College can help local businesses and their employees! During this information session you will hear from faculty and staff about course work, the admissions process, financial aid and more!
For more information, contact the Office of Admission or ext. 2345.
Second Session of Excel Students Arrive
Aug. 12 from 10–11 a.m.
Thiel College
The second session of Excel students move in.
Thiel Athletics: Check-In Day - Cheer & Dance
Aug. 14 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Members of the national champion cheer & dance team arrive for preseason camp.
For more information, contact Sports Information at ext. 2180.
Special Presentation: 1st Heisman Trophy Winner
Aug. 15 at 10 a.m.
Bly Hall, Academic Center
The College and the Blue-Gold Club are delighted to welcome Cuyler (Butch) Berwanger whose father, John Jacob (Jay) Berwanger, was the first recipient of the Heisman trophy in 1935. The public is invited to this free event for the rare opportunity to hear the stories and insights about the man who blazed a path and left an imprint for all to follow.
For more information, contact Sports Information at ext. 2180.
Thiel Athletics: Check-In Day - Soccer, Women’s Volleyball, Cross Country, Women’s Tennis
Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Members of the men’s and women’s soccer; women’s volleyball; men’s and women’s cross country; and women’s tennis teams arrive and prepare for the fall season.
For more information, contact Sports Information at ext. 2180.
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 every other week during the summer. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out August 16. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, Aug. 14 to be published in that week’s edition.
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