Thiel College is hosting the four candidates for Mercer County Commissioner for a public forum at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center.
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Newly-appointed full-time Director of the Thiel Choir and Lecturer of Music, Brianne Samson, will lead Thiel College singers in their first performance of the 2023-24 academic year at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 26 in the David Johnson Memorial Chapel.
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There is still time for prospective undergraduate students to visit Thiel College and qualify for a visit grant if they enroll at Thiel for the fall 2024 academic year.
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Thiel College is partnering with Handshake, the leading online recruiting platform for college students, to enhance internship opportunities and career and professional growth for the College’s students.
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With the bewitching season of Halloween fast approaching, the faculty are brewing up an enchanting celebration that promises to be truly magical. In the spirit of fun and camaraderie, we are thrilled to extend a special invitation to you to join us in embracing the fantastical world of Harry Potter by dressing up as your favorite characters from this beloved series on Tuesday, Oct. 31.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hogwarts as we aim to cast a spell of joy and wonder on the campus. Your participation in this whimsical endeavor will undoubtedly add a dash of enchantment to our festive proceedings and create lasting memories for our students.
We look forward to witnessing your creativity and enthusiasm as you bring the mystical realm of Harry Potter to life. Your participation will undoubtedly inspire and delight our students, fostering a sense of camaraderie and merriment within our academic community.
The Thiel cheer team read to the Kindergarten and first-grade classrooms at Jamestown Elementary School last week.
Mindfulness and Meditation
Oct. 25 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.
Mercer County Commissioners Forum
Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Candidates in the Mercer County Commissioners’ race answer questions at a public forum.
Tomcast General Meeting
Oct. 25 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.
Career Tabling: Sheetz
Oct. 26 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 Sheetz to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Common Hour: Fall Festival
Oct. 26 at 11 a.m.
Greenville Hall lawn
Snacks and activities to celebrate autumn.
Zeta Tau Alpha Pink Week Table
Oct. 26-27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Outside the TC Cafe, Howard Miller Student Center
Stop and see Zeta Tau Alpha sorority's fun activities to raise money for their philanthropy breast cancer education and awareness.
For more information, contact Heather Farr ’26.
Thiel Forum: Special Edition, AI Rap Session
Oct. 26 at 4 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Professor of History and chair of the Department of History David Buck, Ph.D. will lead an AI focused presentation, “Revolutionary Rap Jams (playing with AI).”
Thiel Choir: ‘Nightmares & Dreamscapes’
Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Featuring The Thiel Choir, The Thiel Treble Choir, The Thiel Singers, and The Thiel Men's Choir. Performing works by Brahms, Faure, Martin, the King Singers, and more. Thiel College also welcomes special guests The Greenville High School Chamber Singers who will be performing works by Menken, Sondheim, John Williams, and Ryan Main.
Coaster Club Movie
Oct. 26 at 8 p.m.
Bly Hall, Academic Center
Thiel College Coaster Club will screen a Halloween movie with pizza and drinks.
For more information, contact Austin Krieger ’24.
Paranormal Club Meeting/Discussion
Oct. 27 from 10 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
The Paranormal Club hosts a weekly movie night and conversation where they watch movies that relate to the paranormal based on real events and discuss the accuracy, inaccuracies, and other theories.
For more information, contact Cora Post ’24.
Cross Country: Presidents’ Athletic Conference championships at Thiel
Oct. 28 at 11 a.m.
Greenville Municipal Airport
Thiel hosts the Presidents’ Athletic Conference championships.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra Halloween Spooktacular
Oct. 28 at 7:30 a.m.
William Passavant Memorial Center
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra - under the direction of Michael Gelfand - will open its 95th Celebration Season with the Halloween Spooktacular. While "Spook" is in the title, the performance will be family-friendly and engaging, with a few surprises.
Zombie Prom
Oct. 28 at 8 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Join fellow Tomcats in your best costume for our annual halloween dance party! Free drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and fun!
Communion Service
Oct. 29 at 10:30 a.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 leads a Sunday service with communion at the Chapel.
For more information, contact Pastor Riddle at ext. 2130.
Active Minds Halloween Party
Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.
Sawhill Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Join Active Minds for their Halloween party!
For more information, contact Devyn Bossard ’24
HalloWINGO!
Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Halloween themed bingo game with prizes. Anyone who shows up in a costume gets in free and gets two bingo cards. Event is being hosted by Women Inspiring the Next Generation (W.I.N.G.)
For more information, contact the Dara Edwards ’24.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra Halloween Spooktacular Children's Concert
Oct. 31 at 10:30 a.m.
William Passavant Memorial Center
GSO children’s concert for area elementary school students.
Career Tabling: Northwestern Mutual
Oct. 31 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 Northwestern Mutual to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.'
Sitting Meditation Session
Oct. 31 at 11 a.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Students Payton Blankenbeckley ’24, Jenna Ciarrochi ’24, Erika Cook ’24, and Kayla Roddy ’24 will be leading a sitting meditation session to help the Thiel College community cope with anxiety and stress. Although specific focus is given to college students experiencing some anxiety and stress, all members of the campus community are encouraged to attend. In addition to the sitting meditation session, there will be motivational wristbands, capsules that contain a positive affirmation, and mindfulness meditation activity cards.
Student Government Association Meeting
Oct. 31 at 11 a.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Bi-weekly SGA meeting.
Nursing Club meeting
Oct. 31 at noon
Pedas 120, James Pedas Communication Center
Weekly nursing club meeting.
Phoenix Submission Deadline
Nov. 1
Online
The Phoenix, Thiel’s creative literary arts journal are due Nov. 1.
Submission guidelines:
For more information or to make submissions, contact The Phoenix.
The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Submissions Due
Nov. 1
Online
The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival new play submissions are due Nov. 1. This year's Region 2 Conference is Jan 24-27 in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Career Development: Resume Doctor (resume review clinic)
Nov. 1 from 3-4 p.m.
Langenheim Memorial Library, first floor
Students will get guidance on making updates to his/her resume?
For more information, contact Liza Schaef.
Women’s Volleyball: Grove City at Thiel
Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Grove City 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 “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 graduated 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).
Publishing Schedule
T-Notes is published every week during the academic year. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out Nov. 1. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, Oct. 30 to be published in that week’s edition.
Thiel College is hosting a unique event to celebrate and recognize homeschool students with its inaugural Homeschool Homecoming event on Oct. 21.
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Works from Bill Mancuso’s collection “The Pleasures of Sketching” will be on display in Thiel College’s Weyers-Sampson Art Gallery from Oct. 25 to Dec. 8.
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Thiel College senior Katherine Aaron ’24 will present the result of her summer research project surveying sea turtle nests at the Gulf Coast Undergraduate Research Symposium at Rice University on Oct. 21.
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It's been a little more than two weeks since Thiel College hosted its Tommy-Paw-Looza 64-hour party. Look back over some of the great photos from the weekend.
Caden Loutzenhiser ’25, Madi Russell ’25, and Dakota King ’25 from the ESM 210 course taught by Professor of Environmental Science Anna Reinsel, Ph.D. ’06 visited Deep Well Services on Oct. 9. The students learned about the company’s safety culture and were able to see their newest piece of equipment getting ready to go into service.
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 week during the academic year. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out Oct. 25. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, Oct. 23 to be published in that week’s edition.
“Did You Know…?”
The Submit an Event form is used for all of your room reservation needs! For meetings, speakers, special events, student/employee group events and the general reservation of a room of any kind, this form is used to coordinate your reservation!
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.
Mindfulness and Meditation
Oct. 18 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.
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.
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.
Tomcast General Meeting
Oct. 18 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.
Career Tabling: Seniors Helping Seniors
Oct. 19 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 Seniors Helping Seniors to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Kiwanis Club
Oct. 19 at 11:30 a.m.
Sawhill Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Each community has different needs, and Kiwanis empowers members to pursue creative ways to serve the needs of children through local service projects and fundraising.
Lindsay Monihen Lecture & Discussion
Oct. 19 at 4 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Thiel College is hosting Lindsay Monihen, Ph.D. candidate, who will be discussing her dissertation research on vocation and first-generation women in Appalachia. Monihen will be on campus interviewing selected Thiel students for her dissertation.
48 Hour Film Fest Interest Meeting
Oct. 19 at 4 p.m.
Room 125, James Pedas Communication Center
A general interest meeting to explain what the 48-Hour Film Fest is. This will also help us gather information about who all is interested.
For more information, contact the Christina Newman ’25.
Flu Shot Clinic
Oct. 20 at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
Students, staff, and faculty can get their flu shots on campus. Participants must bring a copy of their insurance card!
Environmental Club meeting
Oct. 20 at 4 p.m.
AC13, Academic Center
General meeting for Environmental Club.
Women’s Volleyball: Chatham at Thiel
Oct. 20 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Chatham in women’s volleyball.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Paranormal Club Meeting/Discussion
Oct. 20 from 10 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
The Paranormal Club hosts a weekly movie night and conversation where they watch movies that relate to the paranormal based on real events and discuss the accuracy, inaccuracies, and other theories.
For more information, contact Cora Post ’24.
Physician Assistant Program Fall Open House
Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Howard Miller Student Center
Prospective students in the Physician Assistant Program to learn more about the program. Faculty, students, admissions, and financial aid will be available for questions as well as campus tours.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Speech-Language Pathology Fall Open House
Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Speech-Language Pathology Clinic
Prospective graduate students will hear from current students and faculty and tour the Speech-Language Clinic and campus.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Fall Open House
Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Campus
Prospective students will hear a brief admissions presentation, explore clubs and academics before eating lunch in the TC Café. We invite you to attend with a copy of your high school transcript and complete your day as a potential Thiel Tomcat in a small acceptance ceremony for those eligible as well!
High School transcripts are not required for this visit but are needed to be considered for day-of acceptance.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Homeschool Homecoming
Oct. 21 from noon to 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Thiel College invites area home-schoolers and their families to join us as the Men's and Women's Soccer teams host the Westminster Titans! The women's match begins at noon and the men's match begins at 2:30 p.m.
Thiel College Cheer 2nd Annual Miss Autumn Leaf Pageant
Oct. 21 at noon
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The second annual Miss Autumn Leaf Pageant is for ages 2 months - 18 years old with different divisions and categories.
For more information, contact Randall Burnett M.A.’22.
Women’s Soccer: Westminster at Thiel
Oct. 21 at noon
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Westminster in women’s soccer.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Men’s Soccer: Westminster at Thiel
Oct. 21 at 2:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Westminster in men’s soccer.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Communion Service
Oct. 22 at 10:30 a.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 leads a Sunday service with communion at the Chapel.
For more information, contact Pastor Riddle at ext. 2130.
Sigma Kappa Boo Bags
Oct. 23 at 11 a.m.
Bistro, Howard Miller Student Center
The sisters of Sigma Kappa are selling Boo Bags as a Philanthropy event. There are three different sizes that can be purchased in this preorder from 10/23-10/25 and distribution will be 10/27.
For more information, contact Katherine Aaron ’24 at ext. 2130.
Career Tabling: Keystone
Oct. 24 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 Keystone to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Career Development: Registering your internship via Handshake
Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to noon
Pedas 120, James Pedas Communication Center
The Career Development Center staff will host an information session about registering internships via Handshake.
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Thiel News Time
Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to noon
Sawhill Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center
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.
Nursing Club meeting
Oct. 24 at noon
Pedas 120, James Pedas Communication Center
Weekly nursing club meeting.
Physician Assistant Information Session
Oct. 24 at noon
Online
Prospective students will hear from faculty and staff about course work, clinical rotations, the admissions process, financial aid and more
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Women’s Soccer: Allegheny at Thiel
Oct. 24 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Allegheny in women’s soccer.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Men’s Soccer: Allegheny at Thiel
Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Allegheny in men’s soccer.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Paul Spratt (Comedy Show)
Oct. 21 at 7 p.m.
Padrone’s Pizza, 140 Main Str., Greenville
Comedian Paul Spratt performs downtown at Padrone’s Pizza.
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 graduated from Thiel College in 2004. He was killed in action in 2016 in Afghanistan.
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.
HR Notes
Thiel College welcomes:
Special Notes
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.
The 28th annual Kappa Sigma See-Saw-A-Thon to raise money for the local veterans begins at noon Friday, October 6, and will continue for 72 consecutive hours until noon Monday, October 9 on the lawn near the intersection of routes 18 and 58 in front of Thiel College’s Howard Miller Student Center.
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Thiel College is hosting a virtual booth in a new international recruitment effort for the Office of Admission from now through October 5.
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Thiel College football coach Kevin McLane was interviewed by Youngstown, Ohio CBS affiliate WKBN talking about his involvement with Hilinski’s Hope and the team’s efforts to improve the mental health of its football players.
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Hundreds of students and representatives from 75 colleges, universities, trade schools, businesses, career centers, and military branches are set to attend the Mercer County Guidance Counselors Association College Fair at Thiel College in the Rissell-Beeghly Gymnasia from 9–11 a.m. on Thursday, October 5.
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Please note that the gym parking lot will be closed on Thursday, October 5 for the Mercer County Guidance Counselors College Fair and Career Day.
The lot will remain closed for the duration of this event. The Gym Parking Lot will open around noon that day.
Students can park at the Passavant Center. Faculty and Staff can utilize the parking lots at Greenville Hall, the staff lot behind the football offices, and or the Passavant Center parking lot.
For more information contact Tammy Shilling at ext. 2173 or Chief Dennis Bish at ext. 2186.
Anyone submitting photos should also include in the email their explicit permission that photo can be used in the production and potential marketing materials for the production.
For more information, contact Director of Theatre JK Rogers, Ph.D.
The Equestrian Team is scheduled to have donuts and fry pies on campus to sell on October 12. Donuts are $2, and fry pies are $3. We will be at the Post Office entrance from 9:30 a.m. till 3 p.m.
HR Notes
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Mindfulness and Meditation
Oct. 4 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.
Career Tabling: Joy Cone
Oct. 5 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 Joy Cone to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Faculty & Staff Common Hour: Addressing Stereotype Threats and Imposter Phenomenon Among College Students
Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Based on a recent presentation by the Association of College and University Educators, this Common Hour program will note challenges college students experience when encountering "Stereotype Threats" and "Imposter Phenomenon." After defining these two concepts, we will discuss strategies for mitigation in order to a foster a community of belonging.
This session is intended for Thiel College faculty and staff.
Common Hour: Stress Less Day
Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Bistro & Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The Counseling Center will be hosting the annual Stress Less Day leading up to midterms. Participate in stress reducing activities including chair massages, therapy animals, crafts, and giveaways.
For more information, contact Melanie Broadwater ’98 at ext. 2754.
Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812
Oct. 5 leaving campus at 3:30 p.m.
Great Lakes Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
This is a free trip for Thiel College students to attend a performance of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 an award-winning Broadway musical.
The bus will leave campus around 3:30 p.m., and allow participants to have a meal on their own in the area. All participants must then meet the group at the 7 p.m. to receive their tickets for the show. The bus will return to campus immediately after the show, and should be back at Thiel College by midnight.
Kappa Sigma See-Saw-A-Thon
Oct. 6 at noon
Howard Miller Student Center lawn
Every year, Kappa Sigma raises money for veterans by riding a seesaw for 72 hours consecutively. This year, we are partnering with the Reynolds VFW to directly support local veterans.
For more information, contact Keagan Landfried ’25.
Art Club meeting
Oct. 6 at 5 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Join Art Club at their Art Club Kickoff! They will be going over bylaws and watching “The Nightmare Before Christmas!”
For more information, contact Samantha Jones ’25.
Environmental Club meeting
Oct. 6 at 5 p.m.
AC13, Academic Center
General meeting for Environmental Club.
Women’s Soccer: Chatham University at Thiel
Oct. 7 at noon
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Chatham University in women’s soccer.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Men’s Soccer: LaRoche University at Thiel
Oct. 7 at 2:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Chatham University in men’s soccer.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Women’s Volleyball: Saint Vincent College at Thiel
Oct. 7 at 4 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Saint Vincent College in women’s volleyball.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Communion Service
Oct. 8 at 10 a.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Pastor Brian Riddle ’07 leads a Sunday service with communion at the Chapel.
For more information, contact Pastor Riddle at ext. 2130.
Career Tabling: St. Paul’s and Joining Generations
Oct. 10 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 St. Paul’s and Joining Generations to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
Nursing Club meeting
Oct. 10 at noon
Pedas 120, James Pedas Communication Center
Weekly nursing club meeting.
Flu Shot Clinic
Oct. 10 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Rudisill Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Flu season is coming! Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to get their flu shots on campus. Make sure you bring a copy of your insurance card!
Thiel Forum
Oct. 10 at 4 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Presentations by faculty, staff or students on topics that are of interest to them.
Women’s Volleyball: Geneva College at Thiel
Oct. 10 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Geneva College in women’s volleyball.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Career Tabling: Penn-Northwest/Homegrown Initiative
Oct. 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Howard Miller Student Center hallway
Students, faculty and staff can meet and greet a representative from Penn-Northwest and the Homegrown Initiative to learn about open job and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef at ext. 2063.
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 week during the academic year. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out Oct. 11. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, Oct. 9 to be published in that week’s edition.
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