Thiel College announces Marcus Hernandez IV ’24, of Greenville, Pa., Paige Long ’24, of Huntingdon, Pa., and Emmalee Sheeler ’24, of Rixford, Pa., as its Student of the Month honorees for April.
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The Wellness & Benefit Fair is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 4.
Many vendors, providers and campus groups will be present to answer questions, offer give-aways and provide information.
This fair is free for all Thiel College students, faculty and staff. However, for your convenience, please read on for details on options that may require planning ahead for payment or documentation:
SAM’S CLUB
To renew your membership, they will accept cash, check, debit or credit card payments.
To sign up for a new membership, payment with a debit or credit card is required.
PASSPORTS
To Obtain or Renew Your Passport at the fair:
Required to have with you:
Keep in mind, Passports CANNOT be applied for online and it is FREE to print an application on the official government site. Do NOT use a site other than the government site.
Passport Cost
Must have check (or money order from another source) made out to “U.S. Department of State” to send with the application.
Routine service (6-8 weeks).
Expedited service (2-3 weeks) is an extra $60 above passport cost.
Age 16 and over (Good for 10 years):
Book - $130 Card - $30.15
Age 15 and under (Good for 5 years):
Book - $100 Card - $15
Additional Costs:
(Must bring a separate form of payment for the fees below. Payment for these fees cannot be included on the check or money order that is sent with the passport application.)
Passport Photos - $15 (Or you may bring an approved passport photo obtained from Walgreens, Rite Aid, etc.)
Execution Fee (including postage) - $35 for a new passport application (DS 11).
Priority Postage is $9.85 for a passport renewal application (DS 82).
The Thiel Forum at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 in the Stamm Lecture Hall of the James Pedas Communication Center will feature faculty presentations on the war in in Ukraine and on the attendence of a group of faculty at a NetVUE conference.
Seventeen new members of the Rho chapter of Lambda Sigma Society at Thiel College were inducted on Sunday, March 24. Lambda Sigma Society is the national honor society for second-year students.
Inductees are Alexis Arnett ’27 (Vice President); Alexa M. Beck ’26 (Secretary); Davis M. Carson ’27; Olivia Marie Cedar ’27 (SGA Rep); Kyleigh Marie Coy ’27 (social media); Gabrielle O. Klepeis ’27 (Co-Ritual Chair); Alyssa LeCorchick ’27 (Parliamentarian); Josie Lewis ’26; Andrew McRoberts ’26; Sylvia R Novak ’27; Kelly Peplowski ’27; Sidney Richardson ’26; Alana Rudolph ’27 (President); Hailey Nicole Shirlaw ’27 (Fundraising Chair); Logan M. Smith ’27 (Service); Ethan Tabaka ’26 (Treasurer); and Rowan Thomas ’27 (co-Ritual Chair).
Professor of Environmental Science Anna Reinsel, Ph.D. ’06 and John Hauser ’71 H’20 serve as advisors.
Cara Hoehn-Lapic ’92 was the featured speaker at the March 27th Ruth A. Miller Senior Business Seminar. Hoehn-Lapic is the area owner of Senior Care Authority in Cranberry Township, Pa. and is a former member of the Thiel College Board of Trustees.
“Cara Hoehn-Lapic grew up in Butler, Pa. as the youngest of five children. She graduated from Thiel College in 1992 with a degree in business administration. After college, she went on to work for BNY Mellon, where she ended up working for thirty years.” Madi Yurich ’24
“Throughout her time at BNY Mellon, she held various roles, including operations specialist, software engineer, internal consultant, senior product manager, and ultimately strategic business planning manager. Cara’s commitment to lifelong learning was evident as she pursued and obtained her master’s degree in information systems management and later her doctorate in information systems and communications.” Emma Hatfield ’25
“Thirty years of her career was spent at BNY Mellon (following) various career paths there. She really enjoyed this job, but some unexpected life events made her rethink it. She lost her father in 2017 and found out she had cancer in 2021. With that loss and struggle with cancer she realized that life was too short. One of her dreams was to own her own business and she made this happen.” Abigail Sefton ’25
“Despite facing significant challenges, Cara remained resilient and determined to make a positive impact. Cara’s journey also led her to establish Senior Care Authority, a business dedicated to helping individuals struggling to receive care, inspired by her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Through Senior Care Authority, Cara has made a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals and families, embodying the spirit of service and compassion.” Jackson Pletcher ’24
“Cara is someone who proves to be very strong and resilient. She has not only had a career journey that wouldn’t be looked at as ‘normal,’ but she also had to face some very heavy hardships that others wouldn’t be able to recover from. It was more than an honor to hear her story and get to know her last night.” Taya Sykes ’24
Lessons Learned
Dinner “Dishing”
Communications collateral
Employees should update the logos used on institutional materials, including email signatures, letterhead, PowerPoint slides, etc.
Thiel College has used the shield and wordmark combination as the official institutional logo for more than a year. They are the only approved logo for academic co-curricular and institutional use. Additional athletic logo packages are also available.
Email signatures, brand resources, and a job request form are all available online. A Dropbox folder has been set up with instructions and the materials necessary to create new email signatures. Employees can find other Thiel College-branded resources including letterhead, logos and PowerPoint slides in the same folder.
Thiel College community members who need help with communications and marketing initiatives and collateral can now request those services with a job form. The request form is available on the communications and marketing webpage or linked directly below.
For more information, email the office.
Inviting all campus offices to sponsor a fun activity for students during our annual Farewell Festival on Friday, May 3.
For more information, contact Than Oo.
April 8 Eclipse
Campus is not open to visitors for the solar eclipse on April 8, but students, faculty and staff can watch the eclipse the Barry and Carol Stamm Track and Field Complex.
The plan is for people to start gathering around 2 p.m. Glasses will be available and other activities may be planned as well.
For more information, contact Than Oo.
HR Notes
Participants of the Thiel College Retirement Plan can meet with independent Retirement Plan Advisor Jack Ryan from HB Retirement for retirement planning needs through conference calls and virtual meetings. His office hours can be selected below.
Ryan is available on April 11, 12, 16, and 23 for online meetings.
Ryan can assist you with questions regarding:
Thiel College says farewell to:
Sigma Kappa Gotcha Game
April 3, 4, and 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cafeteria Entrance, Howard Miller Student Center
The Sigma Kappa sorority will host an event for a “gotcha game.” Registration and additional information will be available outside the Thiel College Cafe.
Women’s Lacrosse: Allegheny at Thiel
April 3 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Allegheny College in women’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Baccalaureate Interest Meeting
April 3 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Visiting Professor of Religion and Coordinator for Campus Ministries Audra Franley ’17 will host an interest meeting for graduating seniors interested in the baccalaureate ceremony, At this meeting, the general plans, theme, and additional details will be discussed.
For more information, contact Franley.
Men’s Lacrosse: Allegheny at Thiel
April 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Allegheny College in men’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Freshman Pre-Registration
April 4 at 7 a.m.
Thiel College
Sophomores will be able to pre-register for their fall 2024 courses.
Wellness and Benefits Fair
April 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Mercer County area businesses and campus organizations will be on campus to showcase their offerings to the Thiel College community. Additionally, refreshments will be provided and prizes will be available to win.
Career Tabling: Cafaro Company
April 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Howard Miller Student Center Hallway
A representative from Cafaro Company will be on campus for students, faculty and staff to meet and learn more about open opportunities within the organization
For more information, contact Libbi Brown.
Men’s Tennis: Grove City at Thiel
April 4 at 3:30 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts Grove City College in men’s tennis.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Circle K Bingo
April 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bly Hall
Circle K will host a bingo event open to all within the Thiel College community.
Photography Club Meeting
April 4 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Room 125, Pedas Communication Center
Photography Club will host a general meeting for all members.
SAAC Cornhole Tournament
April 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, or SAAC, will host a cornhole tournament.
For more information, contact Zack Walters.
Bingo in Bly
April 5, 12, 19, 26, and May 3 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bly Hall
Student Life will host weekly bingo games in Bly Hall.
For more information, contact Than Oo.
Physician Assistant White Coat Ceremony
April 6 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Bly Hall
Thiel College’s physician assistants will be honored by receiving their white coats during the annual White Coat ceremony, representing the completion of the first half of their 27-month P.A. program at Thiel College.
For more information, contact the PA program.
Women’s Lacrosse: Washington and Jefferson at Thiel
April 6 at 12 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Washington and Jefferson College in women’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Baseball: Geneva at Thiel
April 6 at 1 p.m.
Tomcat Park
Thiel hosts Geneva College in baseball in a doubleheader.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Softball: Grove City at Thiel
April 6 at 1 p.m.
Tomcat Park
Thiel hosts Grove City College in softball in a doubleheader.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Women’s Tennis: Fredonia at Thiel
April 6 at 1 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts the State University of New York at Fredonia in women’s tennis.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Men’s Lacrosse: Washington and Jefferson at Thiel
April 6 at 3 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Washington and Jefferson College in men’s lacrosse.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
GSO 95th Anniversary Headline Celebration
April 6 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Passavant Center
To celebrate its 95th anniversary season, the Greenville Symphony Orchestra will host a celebratory performance under the direction of Michael Gelfand. Pieces will be performed from composers such as Bizet, Schubert, and Saint-Saens.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
April 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Intersection of Routes 18 and 58.
The Penn Nu chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity will host its annual “Walk-a-Mile in Her Shoes” philanthropy event during the week of April 7. The proceeds from the event will go directly to Mercer County Aware, whose main goal is to eliminate domestic and sexual violence in Mercer County, Pa.
Cheer Team Nationals Send Off
April 7 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to come and support the Thiel Cheer Team at the send-off event.
Mr. Tomcat Paegant
April 7 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
One student-athlete will be recognized as this year’s Mr. Tomcat.
Totality Tour — Eclipse Day
April 8 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thiel College
Thiel College will be hosting a one-of-a-kind daytime tour for anyone interested in viewing the eclipse on campus. Events include a campus tour, meetings with counselors, faculty or coaches, and finally the tour will conclude with a viewing of the total solar eclipse. Anyone attending must be registered and taking the Office of Admission tour.
For more information, contact the Admissions Office.
Interview Help Series: Tell Me About Yourself
April 9 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Room 125, Pedas Communication Center
The Interview Help Series will allow students to practice and develop their interview skills. Liza Schaef, director of the Career Development Center, will go over tips and tricks to answer the question: “tell me about yourself?” Additionally, students will have an opportunity to practice and perfect their own “elevator pitch.”
For more information, contact Liza Schaef.
Nursing Club Meeting
April 9 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Room 120, Pedas Communication Center
The Nursing Club will be holding a meeting to go over their spring events.
Thiel Forum: Kulik/NetVUE
April 9 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall
Two presentations will be held during this Thiel forum: Dr. Lana Kulik will provide updates on the Russian-Ukraine War; Audra Franley, Jared Hanneman and Matt Morgan will share their experiences attending the Network for Vocation Undergraduate Education conference.
Awesome 80s Prom Dance Moves
April 9 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The cast from Thiel College’s production of The Awesome 80s Prom will host an event allowing students, faculty, staff and community member to come and learn dance moves from the 1980s.
Resume Drop-In Hours
April 10, 17, and 24 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Career Development Center, Howard Miller Student Center
The Career Development Center will be open for drop-in resume reviews, in which individuals can gain feedback on their resumes and how to improve them. No appointment necessary.
For more information, contact Liza Schaef.
Softball: Saint Vincent at Thiel
April 10 at 3:30 p.m.
Tomcat Park
Thiel hosts Saint Vincent College in softball.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Spring Concert
April 11 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Passavant Center
The Thiel College Music Department will host its annual spring concert, featuring performances from the Thiel Concert Band and Thiel Jazz Band. The event will be free and open to the public.
World Music Night
April 12 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bistro, Howard Miller Student Center
The Thiel College Musical Honor Society and Thiel Culture Club will co-host the second annual World Music Night, which will feature a celebration of different cultures through food, music, people and instruments. The event will feature a learning experience and an opportunity for prizes.
Men’s Tennis: Allegheny at Thiel
April 12 at 5 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts Allegheny College in men’s tennis.
For more information, contact Sports Information.
Grapes and Growlers Sponsored By Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce
May 18 from 4-7 p.m.
The Bistro, Howard Miller Student Center
General admission is $25 per person. Food will be available for purchase.
For more information or to purchase tickets contact Mark Batt ’87 at ext. 2157.
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 April 10, 2024. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, April 8, 2024 to be published in that week’s edition.
Submit updates and news
The Office of Communications and Marketing is always looking for good content that can be featured in the weekly staff newsletter (T-Notes), the student newsletter (Thiel Happenings), the website Newsroom or on social media.
Please send any information about you, your students, your department or your colleagues to Dominick DiRienzo M.A.’22.
Information about anything your department is featuring this year, any faculty accomplishments or student activity.
These updates do not have to meet a “newsworthiness” standard and do not have to be things that you are specifically doing or hosting.
If you have any questions, contact DiRienzo at ext. 2188.
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