Thiel College will host a Cheer Recruitment and Skill Clinic on Saturday, July 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at FI Hermitage in Hermitage, Pa. The clinic is open to high school cheerleaders interested in learning collegiate-level skills and exploring potential opportunities with the Thiel College cheer program.
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Julianna Sloan ’25 M.S.’26, a graduate student in the physician assistant program at Thiel College, has been appointed the student representative to the Veterans Caucus of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
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As researchers announced a new expedition to locate the long-missing plane of Amelia Earhart H’32 on the 88th anniversary of her disappearance, the developments have renewed interest and pride at Thiel College, where the iconic aviator holds a unique place in institutional history.
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Students from Thiel College’s graduate programs in physician assistant studies and speech-language pathology as well as students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program gathered recently for an interprofessional education event aimed at fostering collaboration across healthcare disciplines.
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Thiel College student Andrew Yocum ’27 has been elected to serve as vice president of the Student Government Association for the 2025–26 academic year.
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Thiel College will host its annual Lil’ Scratchers Cheer Camp on July 10 and 11, 2025. The two-day camp is open to children ages 4–12 and will run from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day on campus.
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Thiel College has appointed Amy Tepper, Ed.D. as director of the College’s new Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program, which has been training graduate students since its launch in 2020.
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Alexis Brown ’26 will serve as the president of the Student Government Association at Thiel College for the 2025–2026 academic year.
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The Campus Store hours through Aug. 8 are Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For Excel student move-ins on Saturday, Aug 2 and Saturday, Aug. 9, the store will be open 10 a.m. to 2 m. The store will be open for new student move-in from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23 and returning student move-in from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 24.
The store will have extended hours on Friday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. as part of Homecoming. This year Family Day will be celebrated as part of Homecoming and the store will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Greenville was recently featured in Family Destinations Guide as one of “9 Gorgeous Small Towns in Pennsylvania Perfect for Weekend Getaways”
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Thiel College tennis coach Anthony Kobak said he is excited for this weekend’s inaugural Tomcat Tennis Tournament on July 12-13. This Level 6 United States Tennis Association sanctioned event has 40 registered competitors.
The event is drawing competitors from throughout the region, including participants journeying all the way from Texas.
This milestone event marks the first USTA tournament hosted at Thiel and will welcome junior tennis players from across the region and beyond. Four singles divisions will be offered.
“Thiel Athletics is proud to welcome this USTA-sanctioned event to our community as we work to grow the game of tennis across the region,” Thiel College Director of Athletics Isaac Collins said. “It’s a great opportunity to showcase our outstanding tennis facility and the vibrant spirit of Thiel College.”
HR Notes
Monthly Payroll
Any changes or updates must be submitted before the 20th of the month for the change to process in the current month's payroll.
Bi-weekly Payroll
Any changes or updates must be submitted by Wednesday, the week before payroll week.
DocuCenter Hours
The DocuCenter will be closed Fridays in July, and in August, it will be closed Friday, Aug. 1 and Friday, Aug. 8.
Buhl Park Concert Series
July 9 at 6:30p.m.
Hermitage, Pa. - Buhl Park Performing Arts Center
A free summer concert series held every Sunday and Wednesday at the Buhl Park Performing Arts Center. Bring a park chair or blanket and make your way to the Performing Arts Center in Buhl Park in neighboring Hermitage PA.
Lil’ Scratchers Cheer Camp
July 10-11 at 10 a.m.
Thiel College
Lil’ Scratchers Cheer Camp is a two-day camp open to children ages 4-12. Registration is $75 and includes a camp T-shirt and bow. The deadline for applying is July 9.
For more information, contact Randall Burnett M.A.’22 at 724-589-9368.
Rockin’ on the River
July 11 at 6 p.m.
Sharon, Pa. - Corner of State and Shenango St.
Rockin' on the River is a FREE summer concert series held in neighboring Sharon PA the second Friday of every month during the summer. This year's lineup includes:
For complete information the Rockin' the River concert series, please visit the Sharon, Pa. website.
Tomcat Tennis Tournament
July 12
Thiel Tennis Courts
Boys and girls local/regional USTA-sanctioned tennis tournament. This event is to be held over two days - July 12 & 13.
For more information, contact Thiel tennis coach Anthony Kobak at or by phone or text at 330-398-1808.
Heritage Days Festival
July 12
Greenville, Pa. - Downtown
The 19th Annual Greenville Heritage Days festival. A complete list of activities and information can be found at the Heritage Days Festival Website.
Buhl Park Concert Series
July 13 at 6 p.m.
Hermitage, Pa. - Buhl Park Performing Arts Center
A free summer concert series held every Sunday and Wednesday at the Buhl Park Performing Arts Center. Bring a park chair or blanket and make your way to the Performing Arts Center in Buhl Park in neighboring Hermitage PA.
Buhl Park Concert Series
July 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Hermitage, Pa - Buhl Park Performing Arts Center
A free summer concert series held every Sunday and Wednesday at the Buhl Park Performing Arts Center. Bring a park chair or blanket and make your way to the Performing Arts Center in Buhl Park in neighboring Hermitage PA.
A Night of ABBA
July 17 at 6 p.m.
Gatehouse Winery - Jamestown, Pa
ABBA and other 70’s favorites will perform at the Gatehouse in Jamestown.
Cheer Recruitment and Skill Clinic
July 19 at 11 a.m.
Hermitage, Pa.
For more information, contact Randall Burnett M.A.’22 at 724-589-9368.
Rodger Montgomery Blues Band
July 19 at 5:30 p.m.
Linesville, Pa.
A short drive north of Thiel, Linesville PA is in it's fourth year of hosting a FREE summer concert series. This years slated performers are:
Buhl Park Concert Series
July 20 at 6 p.m.
Hermitage, Pa - Buhl Park Performing Arts Center
A free summer concert series held every Sunday and Wednesday at the Buhl Park Performing Arts Center. Bring a park chair or blanket and make your way to the Performing Arts Center in Buhl Park in neighboring Hermitage PA.
Juvenile Characteristics
July 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Riverside Park Amphitheater / 45 Alan Ave.
Buhl Park Concert Series
July 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Hermitage, Pa. - Buhl Park Performing Arts Center
A free summer concert series held every Sunday and Wednesday at the Buhl Park Performing Arts Center. Bring a park chair or blanket and make your way to the Performing Arts Center in Buhl Park in neighboring Hermitage PA.
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).
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.
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.
Publishing Schedule
T-Notes is published on alternating Wednesdays during the summer break. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, July 21, 2025 to be published in that week’s edition. The next edition will be published Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
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