Thiel College Physician Assistant Program Director, Associate Professor of physician assistant studies and a clinically practicing PA James E. Tkacik had an opinion piece celebrating National Physician Assistant Week published in The Meadville Tribune on Wednesday.
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Thiel College announces Devyn Bossard ’24, of Townville, Pa., and Emily Irons ’24, of Franklin, Pa., as its Student of the Month honorees for October.
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Thiel College Vice President for Student Life and Athletics Michael McKinney Ed.D. ’02 has been selected to attend the 2024 NCAA Division III New Athletics Direct Report Professional Development Program. The event will be held in January in conjunction with the 2024 NCAA Convention in Phoenix, Arizona.
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The Thiel College Office of Admission has named Abigail Sefton ’25 and Allison Walsh ’24 its Thiel Team Members of the Month for September.
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Ava Kidder ’24 and Gary Witosky ’79 attended the Pittsburgh Corporate Intrapreneurship program on Oct. 4. The event is sponsored by the Entrpreneurship Leadership Council, of which Thiel is a member.
The program was attended by students and faculty from approximately 20 colleges and universities from the region and provided an opportunity for students to engage with representatives of several mid-sized regional companies, network with their peers, and foster connections. They were also able to consult with experts in personal branding, curate their digital presence, and produce a polished professional headshot. Kidder is a multi-year Haller Scholarship recipient who owns and operates a wedding videography business.
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Birth
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Biology Mary O'Donnell, Ph.D. and her husband. They welcomed a baby girl, Emilia Shea O'Donnell on October 6. Both baby and mom are doing fine!
Gratitude
My Dear Thiel Community:
On behalf of my family, I want to thank you for your kind and prayerful support, especially during this past week as my mother passed away at age 97 after suffering from dementia and Parkinson’s. More than I can express, I am so very grateful for your expressions of sympathy, cards, flowers, and generosity during this difficult time. I know it will take time to process her death, but I also know that I am grateful for the time I’ve had with her and for the very special community that I have in each of you here at Thiel.
With gratitude and deep affection,
Mary Theresa Hall, Ph.D.
Professor of English
Mindfulness and Meditation
Oct. 11 from 6–7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Mindfulness with Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 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 the areas of your life. It is non-religious, and helpful whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner. It will be held every Wednesday when classes are in session.
For more information, contact Pastor Riddle at ext. 2130.
Tomcast General Meeting
Oct. 11 from 6-7 p.m.
Pedas 120, James Pedas Communication Center
General meeting for the podcast club on campus.
For more information, contact Bailey Stilts ’24.
Midterm Donuts
Oct. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Outside the post office, Howard Miller Student Center hallway
Donuts and fry pies will be for sale for midterms! Donuts are $2, and fry pies are $3.
For more information, contact Jenna Malnar.
Career Tabling: UPMC
Oct. 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Howard Miller Student Center hallway
Students, faculty and staff can meet and greet a representative from UPMC to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Bethany Retreat Center Mission Trip
Oct. 13-15
Frenchville, Pa.
Spend the weekend of fall break in service deep in the Pennsylvania Appalachians. Participants will stay at the Bethany Retreat center in Frenchville PA, and do daily service projects in the outlying area. Anyone looking for a service project, or who just wants to experience a weekend of faithful service to those in need, signup today in the office of Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 located on the first floor of the Howard Miller Student Center.
For more information, contact Pastor Riddle at ext. 2130.
Midterm Break
Oct. 14
Classes end at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 and resume at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18.
Marching Band Visit Day
Oct. 14 at 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Campus
Prospective students will perform with the Thiel Tomcat Marching Pride during a home football game.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Cheer Team Visit Day
Oct. 14 at 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Campus
Prospective students will cheer on the Thiel Tomcats during a home football game on Oct. 14! Students interested in becoming a Tomcat are invited to explore campus, learn about admissions and majors and also join the Tomcats on the sidelines during our football game.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Football Team Visit Day
Oct. 14 at 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Campus
Prospective students interested in playing college football at Thiel and their families will be on campus for an event filled day.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Saturday Visit Day
Oct. 14 at 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Campus
Prospective students their families will be on campus for an event filled day.
Admissions is hosting two sessions 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Go to the College’s calendar to register for a session.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Football: Geneva College at Thiel
Oct. 14 at 1 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Geneva College in football.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Rotary Club meeting
Oct. 17 at noon
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
Regular meeting of the Rotary Club of Greenville, Pa.
Zooming from the Archives: Brianne Samson
Oct. 18 at noon
Online
Archivist John Hauser ’71 H’20 talks with Brianne Samson, director of the Thiel Choir in an online forum.
For more information, contact Office of Alumni Relations at ext. 2027.
MBA Information Session
Oct. 18 at 6 p.m.
Online
Representatives from the Master of Business Administration Admissions team will discuss the MBA Program! During this information session prospective students will hear from faculty and staff about course work, the admissions process, financial aid and more!
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Resume Doctor
Oct. 18 from 3-4 p.m.
Langenheim Memorial Library, first floor lobby
Career Center staff will assist attendees with updates and edits for their resume.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Women’s Volleyball: Washington & Jefferson College at Thiel
Oct. 18 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Washington & Jefferson College in women’s volleyball.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
St. Paul’s Events
St. Paul’s Senior Living Community is hosting several events in late October and early November.
The first event is an open house to see the living facilities at St. Paul’s on Oct. 25. The “Ask an Expert“ series will look at navigating today's healthcare system and will include Thiel College alumnus and President and CEO of St. Paul’s Senior Living Community Chris Wright ’99, VNA Alliance Executive Director Tim Dunn and Vice Preisdent of Physician Services & Associate Legal Counsel, Meadville Medical Center Gabrielle Pierce, Esq.
St. Paul’s will host a craft fair on Saturday, Nov. 4.
Seneca Valley School District hosting 5K in honor of Gloyer
The inaugural Ryan Gloyer Memorial 5K Run/Walk is Nov. 5 in Harmony, Pa.
Gloyer graduate from Thiel College in 2004. He was killed in action in 2016 in Afghanistan.
There are opportunites to volunteer and participate.
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).
Nominee: Lisa Blaney
Tribute: Going the Extra Mile
Comment: A parent of a former student wanted to thank Lisa for being an "extraordinary employee" for intercepting a package mistakenly sent to the College. She even gave them her cell number and offered to come back to the campus in the evening to make sure he received it.
Publishing Schedule
T-Notes is published every week during the academic year. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out Oct. 18. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, Oct. 16 to be published in that week’s edition.
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