More than 250 family members, friends, and runners gathered on campus Sunday morning for the inaugural Toby Atwood Memorial 5K, a heartfelt tribute to the late Thiel College student-athlete whose leadership and spirit continue to inspire the campus community.
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Thiel College has been awarded nearly $200,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission to expand its Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, strengthening the region’s healthcare workforce and addressing critical nursing shortages in northwestern Pennsylvania.
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Thiel College announces Muncie Canon ’26, of Sharpsville, Pa., and Blake Gibson ’26, of Economy, Pa., as its Student of the Month honorees for October.
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Thiel College Assistant Professor of History Jay Donis, Ph.D. has traveled regionally and internationally recently to take part in conferences, including a joint meeting of leading British and American historians in Cardiff, Wales.
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Thiel College athletics recently announced that Kristen Benjamin ’05, Madison (Chylik) Smith ’11, Nelton Neal ’06, Joseph Roosa ’80, Darrell Satterfield ’06, Jeffery Sorenson ’92, and Christina Toth ’01 will be inducted into the Thiel Athletics Hall of Fame.
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On Wednesday, the Tomcat Emergency Alert System was tested. The Thiel Department of Public Safety asks anyone who registered with the Tomcat Alert System to contact the office if you did not receive the alert.
If you are not signed up for the Tomcat Emergency Alert System, we encourage you to register at the link below, also available on the Thiel College Public Safety webpage. Students are also encouraged to register parent phone numbers in their Tomcat Alert profile.
The staff at the Langenheim Memorial Library encourages faculty and staff members to stop by and check out their popular reading section.
The Tomcat Trick or Treat event will be between 1-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31.
Students hosted a yoga session with therapy cats in David Johnson Memorial Chapel on Monday, blending wellness and stress relief. The event was led by Adrianna Green ’27, Cody Maxwell ’26, and Emily Ripple ’26, with faculty advisor Kristel Gallagher, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology.
The Greenville Chamber of Commerce will host its annual dinner on Thursday, Nov. 13, in the Lutheran Heritage Room of the Howard Miller Student Center. The event is open to the community. Tickets are $40 per person and include hors d’oeuvres, dinner and two complimentary drinks (cash bar available).
Faculty and staff members can recommend the The Learning Commons and its resources to students who are in need of academic assistance.
For more information contact a TLC staff member:
Free White Out T-shirts will be handed out to students and staff during Common Hour at 11:30 a.m. Thursday leading up to the game. In addition, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee will be hosting a basket raffle during the game.
Ruth Leo, a retired Slippery Rock University faculty member and Simmons College graduate, visited nursing students to share reflections from her nursing career. She emphasized the importance of developing meaningful connections with patients, reminding students that every patient has a story and that compassionate care begins with understanding the person behind the patient. Leo will return to campus as an invited speaker for our senior graduation dinner and pinning ceremony in December.
The Thiel College Office of Admission has recognized sophomore education major Madison Rodgers ’28 as its Thiel Team Member of the Month for September.
Rodgers is an early childhood/special education major from Lancaster, Pa., with a minor in Spanish language and culture. She is a member of the women’s soccer team, Rotary Club, Alpha Xi, Active Minds, Choir and is a Writing Lab consultant. Also a member of the Dietrich Honors Institute, Rodgers serves on the Institute’s leadership board.
The Physician Assistant program gathered students for a pink out photo in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Tuesday. Students in the nursing and speech-language pathology programs also donned pink on Tuesday.
Campus Store hours
Outside of its regular hours, the Campus Store will also be open during the following times:
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.
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. Westminster
Oct. 22 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Westminster in women’s soccer.
Twilight & Tickets: Women’s Volleyball 2025
Oct. 22 at 5 p.m.
Thiel College
Evening campus visit with admissions staff followed by complimentary tickets to the Thiel women’s volleyball match against Grove City.
Senior students who attend are eligible for a $500 visit grant toward their Fall 2027 account.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Intramural Wednesdays: Ultimate Frisbee
Oct. 22 at 5 p.m.
Class of 1971 Quad
Students can participate in intramural ultimate frisbee.
Zumba Class
Oct. 22 at 6 p.m.
73 Clinton St., Greenville, Pa.
Free Zumba class for Thiel students and staff, presented by Deanna Loreno.
OBC Meeting
Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
General meeting for the members of the Organization of Black Collegiates. NOTE: The Nov. 5 meeting will be held in Stamm Hall.
WVB vs. Grove City
Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Grove City in women’s volleyball.
MSOC vs. Westminster
Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Westminster in men’s soccer.
Etiquette Lunch and Learn
Oct. 23 at 11:30 a.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Penn-Northwest Homegrown Initiative/Future Leaders, in collaboration with Thiel College and AVI, will host an etiquette workshop and lunch. Registration required. Students should check their email for registration information.
Kappa Sigma’s 31st Annual See-Saw-A-Thon
Oct. 23 at noon
Lawn in front of the Howard Miller Student Center
Annual fundraiser for veterans by the Kappa Sigma fraternity. Members ride a seesaw for 72 hours consecutively.
Hell’s Kitchen Trip
Oct. 23 at 4 p.m.
KeyBank Theater, Cleveland, Ohio
Thiel students are invited to attend a free trip to see Hell’s Kitchen, a musical featuring the music of Alicia Keys. Transportation and tickets are provided. Limited seating; registration required.
Limited seats available. This program is sponsored by DHI & Theater.
OBC Trunk-or-Treat
Oct. 24 from 5–7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel lawn
The Organization of Black Collegiates is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat for the community and we’d love your club to be part of the fun!
Here’s how to join in:
👻 Open to all Thiel College clubs and organizations. Costumes encouraged!
👉 For more information, email OBC president Alayzha McCray ’27.
WVB vs. Bethany
Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Bethany in women’s volleyball.
Nursing for a Day
Oct. 24 at 9 a.m.
Thiel campus
Prospective nursing students will explore campus, participate in labs and meet with nursing faculty and students.
Saturday Football Player Visit
Oct. 25 at 9:30 a.m.
Thiel College
Prospective student-athletes are invited to tour campus, meet coaches, and attend the football game.
Eligible participants may receive a $500 visit grant.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Saturday Visit Day
Oct. 25 at 10 a.m.
Thiel College
Prospective students and families are invited for an admissions and campus tour program, concluding with the Tomcat football game.
Eligible participants may receive a $500 visit grant.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
FOOT vs. Case Western Reserve
Oct. 25 at noon
Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Case Western Reserve in football.
WSOC vs. Allegheny
Oct. 25 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Allegheny in women’s soccer.
MSOC vs. Allegheny
Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Alumni Stadium at Stoeber Field
Thiel hosts Allegheny in men’s soccer.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra: Orchestral Gems
Oct. 26 at 3 p.m.
William A. Passavant Memorial Center
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra opens its 97th Anniversary Season with A Symphonic Thrill Ride: Cavalry Charge, A Singing Contrabassoon and Brahms’ Triumphs.
For more information, email the GSO.
FCA Huddle
Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Room 120, James Pedas Communication Center
Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting featuring games and a short devotional. Open to all students.
DHI Student Pre-Registration for Spring 2026
Oct. 27
Office of the Registrar
Final Day to Withdraw from Classes
Oct. 27
Office of the Registrar
Senior Pre-Registration for Spring 2026
Oct. 28
Office of the Registrar
Greenville Symphony Orchestra Children’s Concert
Oct. 28 at 8:30 a.m.
William A. Passavant Memorial Center
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra presents its annual Children’s Concert, a special program designed for local students in grades 4–6 to experience the excitement of live symphonic music.
SGA Meeting
Oct. 28 at 11:45 a.m.
Bly Hall, Daniel & Dorothy Spence Academic Center
Biweekly Student Government Association meeting.
Intramural Wednesdays: Flag Football
Oct. 29 at 5 p.m.
Class of 1971 Quad
Students can participate in intramural flag football.
Zumba Class
Oct. 29 at 6 p.m.
73 Clinton St., Greenville
Free Zumba class for students and staff, presented by Deanna Loreno.
Speech-Language Pathology Program Virtual Open House
Oct. 29 at 6 p.m.
Online
Faculty and students will provide an overview of the SLP program in a virtual open house.
OBC Meeting
Oct. 29 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
General meeting for Organization of Black Collegiates members.
Juniors – Pre-Registration for Spring
Opens Oct. 30
Thiel College
Spring 2026 pre-registration opens for juniors.
Majors and Minors Fair
Oct. 30 at 11:30 a.m.
Langenheim Memorial Library
Students can explore academic programs and meet faculty.
Chanticleer: An Orchestra of Voices
Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Chanticleer will perform as part of the Con Spirito series.
Hallowingo
Oct. 31 at 8 p.m.
Stamm Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Halloween-themed bingo sponsored for students.
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. 27, 2025 to be published in that week’s edition. The next edition will be published Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025.
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