Thiel College nursing students recently attended the 2025 UPMC Hamot Nursing Symposium in Erie, Pa., on September 18. The annual program brings together nurses, advanced practice providers, allied health professionals, nursing faculty, and nursing students to engage with nationally recognized leaders and local experts in health care.
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Hundreds of students and representatives from more than 80 colleges, universities, trade schools, businesses, career centers, and military branches are expected to attend the Mercer County Guidance Counselors Association College Fair from 9–11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, in Thiel College’s Rissell-Beeghly Gymnasia.
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Sara Matczak ’17 was recently appointed to the Thiel College Board of Trustees and will begin her first term in November.
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Thiel College is making it easier for prospective students to understand and access merit scholarships through a new, streamlined award system launching in the 2026–2027 academic year.
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G. Leah (Glessner) Dever ’74 H’25, an enduring supporter and abiding asset to Thiel College, has been reappointed to the Board of Trustees and is set to begin her new term in November.
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The dates for Homecoming 2026 are Sept. 25-27.
Homecoming 2025 a tremendous success
Homecoming 2025, themed “There is No Place Like Homecoming,” was a tremendous success, bringing together alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of the College for a memorable weekend of celebration. Hundreds of photos were captured throughout the events, and additional images will be posted in the coming days.
Members of the campus community are encouraged to check the Flickr gallery regularly for updates.
The Gym parking lot will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 2 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 Thursday.
Students are asked to park at the Passavant Center. Faculty and staff may utilize the parking lots at Greenville Hall, the staff lot behind the football offices, or the Passavant Center.
For more information, contact Tammy Shilling at ext. 2173 or Chief Dennis Bish at ext. 2186.
The Thiel Community came together on Sunday, September 21 at the William A. Passavant Center for a Service of Remembrance to honor the life of Toby Atwood ’26. President Susan Traverso, Ph.D. welcomed those in attendance and shared her own story about Toby. Other personal reflections and memories were shared by professors and students alike, including Atwood’s Zeta Tau Alpha sisters and Thiel Tennis teammates. Toby’s mother, Brandi Atwood, was the final speaker. The Thiel Choir also performed, and a video montage was played. Audra Franley ’17 (former Thiel pastor) concluded with a prayer/benediction. A candlelight procession to the Tomcat Tennis Courts followed where tennis coach Anthony Kobak shared some final thoughts and led a moment of silence.
Spots remain for the May 2026 trip to Scandinavia, led by Anna Reinsel, Ph.D. ’06, Professor of Environmental Science, Department Chair, and Associate Director of the Dietrich Honors Institute.
The itinerary includes Oslo, Copenhagen, and Stockholm—a unique opportunity to travel and learn alongside fellow Tomcats.
The Counseling Center is hosting “Fresh Check Day” on Oct. 2.
The College hosted this event in 2019 and members of the Counseling Center are “very excited to bring it back to campus again this year!”
For more information, contact the Director of the Counseling Center Melanie Broadwater ’98 ext. 2754.
The Learning Commons and the Accessibility Resource Center provide a variety of academic support services designed to enhance student success. Faculty and staff members play an important role in connecting students with these resources and are encouraged to share the following information with students.
Download a PowerPoint slide that can be dropped in to lecture slides, and/or post to the course Moodle or print and hang in offices and departments spaces. The slide provides information about how students can schedule an appointment in the Learning Commons and the Accessibility Resource Center using the scheduling platform Accudemia.
The campus community is advised to save the date for the Learning Center and Accessibility Resource Center Open House at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 16.
For more information, contact Robin Sakonyi at ext. 2072.
Graduate regalia announcement
The Office of the Registrar has notified anticipated December 2025 graduates by email with a request for their height and weight in order to place gown orders. The deadline to respond is October 1, 2025.
Regalia Information
Undergraduate and graduate students will provide their height and weight during graduation registration for the Campus Store to complete the order.
The Campus Store will notify students by email when regalia is available for purchase, either before Winter Break in December or by late March to mid-April.
Bachelor’s degree regalia includes a cap, gown, and year-dated tassel for $40.50. The hood for bachelor’s degree graduates has been discontinued.
Students may purchase stoles independently or through Jostens for $38: Jostens Website.
Master’s degree regalia includes a cap, gown, year-dated tassel, and hood for $83.
Campus Store hours
Outside of its regular hours, the Campus Store will also be open during the following times:
HR Notes
Thiel College says farewell to
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.
Retirement Plan Meetings
Independent Retirement Plan Advisors, Sierra Christian and Jack Ryan from Henderson Brothers Financial Partners, will be on campus (in the Human Resources office) for private in-person consultations on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Both representatives are also available to support employee retirement planning needs through conference calls and virtual meetings as well. Their office hours can be selected below.
In-Person: Christian and Ryan are on campus on Tuesday, Oct. 7.
Christian and Ryan can assist you with questions regarding:
Password Reset Information
Employees were emailed instructions on the new password reset instructions.
For more information or questions, contact the Solution Center. Employees can call 724-589-4000 (ext. 4000 from a campus phone), email or fill out an online support ticket.
WSOC vs. Chatham
Oct. 1 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
The Tomcats host the Chatham Cougars in women’s soccer.
MSOC vs. Chatham
Oct. 1 at 7 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
The Tomcats host the Chatham Cougars in men’s soccer.
WVB vs. Hiram
Oct. 1 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium
The Tomcats host the Hiram Terriers in women’s volleyball.
Organization of Black Collegiates Meeting
Oct. 1 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
General meeting for OBC members.
Mercer County Guidance Counselors College and Career Fair
Oct. 2 at 9 a.m.
Mercer County High Schools are invited to bring their junior and senior students to the fair, which is also free and open to the public. Representatives will distribute materials and talk with students and other interested members of the community about colleges and career choices.
Common Hour: Fresh Check Day
Oct. 2 at 11:30 a.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
A fun and uplifting event that focuses on the promotion of mental health. Engage with interactive booths, enjoy free food, and enter to win exciting prizes.
WTEN vs. Geneva
Oct. 3 at 3 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
The Tomcats host the Geneva Golden Tornadoes in women’s tennis.
Academy Theatre production The Addams Family
Opens Oct. 3 runs through Oct. 19
Academy Theatre, Meadville, Pa.
The Academy Theatre, Meadville, Pa., is staging The Addams Family. It opens October 3 and runs through October 19, 2025.
Presale tickets are $2 off the door price!
Women’s Lacrosse Prospect Camp
Oct. 4 at 10 a.m.
Alumni Stadium
Prospective student-athletes interested in Thiel College’s lacrosse program are invited to attend the Fall Prospect Camp on Saturday, October 4.
For more information, contact head coach Bill Wightman.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle
Oct. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
Room 120, James Pedas Communication Center
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes invites the campus community to join its weekly gatherings, where students come together to glorify God through sports and shared activities. Each huddle includes interactive games and a short devotional or message designed to encourage faith and fellowship.
Participation is open to both athletes and non-athletes alike.
ZTA Pink Week
Oct. 6-10 at 10 a.m.
Lower Level, Howard Miller Student Center
Zeta Tau Alpha will host a Pink Week table to raise awareness and support breast cancer education and research. The event highlights ZTA’s national philanthropic initiative, Think Pink®, which promotes breast cancer awareness and advocacy.
WTEN vs. Ursuline
Oct. 7 at 4 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts the Ursuline Arrows in women’s tennis.
Organization of Black Collegiates Meeting
Oct. 8 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
General meeting for OBC members.
WVB vs. Allegheny
Oct. 8 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts the Allegheny Gators in women’s volleyball.
Blood Drive
Oct. 9 at 11:30 a.m.
Howard Miller Student Center
Blood drive hosted by the Thiel College Physician Assistant Program.
Common Hour: Shane Snyder, Ph.D. ’94
Oct. 9 at 11:30 a.m.
Stamm Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Thiel alumnus and internationally recognized Professor Shane Snyder, Ph.D. ’94, of Georgia Institute of Technology will discuss global issues of water quality, sustainability, micropollutants, and treatment.
Last Day of Classes Before Mid-Term
Oct. 10
Thiel College
Final day of classes before midterm break.
WTEN vs. La Roche
Oct. 10 at 4 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts the La Roche Redhawks in women’s tennis.
WVB vs. Waynesburg
Oct. 10 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts the Waynesburg Yellow Jackets in women’s volleyball.
Fall Open House
Oct. 11 at 9 a.m.
Thiel College
Thiel College will host its Fall Open House, offering prospective students and their families a full day of campus experiences. The event includes opportunities to interact with faculty, staff, and current students, as well as to learn more about the college admissions process and next steps. Guests will enjoy lunch on campus and receive complimentary tickets to cheer on the Tomcats at the afternoon football game.
Agenda
Saturday Football Player Visit
Oct. 11 at 9:30 a.m.
Thiel College Campus
Thiel College will welcome prospective student-athletes and their families for a special Football Visit Day, offering a firsthand look at life as a Tomcat. The program includes an opportunity to meet the football coaching staff, tour campus highlights, and learn about next steps in the college process, including scholarship opportunities. Guests will also enjoy tailgate-style snacks while watching pre-game warmups from the end zone before cheering on the Tomcats at kickoff.
Saturday Visit Agenda
All senior students who register and attend the 9:30 a.m.–noon portion of the event will receive a $500 visit grant toward Thiel College.
2005 Thiel Football PAC Championship Team Meet and Greet
Oct. 11 at 10 a.m.
Alumni Stadium
A Meet and Greet Reception to celebrate the 2005 Thiel football team and coaches. The 2005 team won the Presidents’ Athletic Conference title and won the first playoff football game in school history.
FOOT vs Geneva
Oct. 11 at noon
Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts the Geneva Golden Tornadoes in football.
WSOC vs. Franciscan
Oct. 11 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Following the football game, Thiel hosts Franciscan Barons in women’s soccer.
MSOC vs. Franciscan
Oct. 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Following the women’s soccer game, Thiel hosts the Franciscan Barons in men’s soccer.
Midterm Break
Oct. 11
Thiel College
Fall 2025 midterm break. Classes resume Wednesday, October 15.
Midterm Grades Due
Oct. 14
Thiel College
Midterm grades due by noon on Tuesday, October 14th.
Classes Resume
Oct. 15
Thiel College
Classes resume.
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 Wednesdays during the academic year. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, Oct. 6, 2025 to be published in that week’s edition. The next edition will be published Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025.
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