Thiel College will host a Constitution Night Moot Court demonstration at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, in Stamm Hall of the James Pedas Communication Center. The event will feature a live constitutional simulation addressing gender balance in military-style leadership education and faculty free speech rights.
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The Thiel Players are staging a fast-paced romp that turns the gothic horror of Dracula on its head with “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” Nov. 7–9 and Nov. 14–15 at the William A. Robinson Theater at Thiel College.
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Thiel College psychology students hosted a “Cat Yoga” session in the David Johnson Memorial Chapel on October 20, blending wellness, stress relief, and community service.
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Due to the potential impact of the government shutdown on food assistance programs, The Office of Student Life recently reminded commuter students that they can access food items through the Student Life Emergency Pantry.
All students remaining on campus over breaks and holidays are also reminded that the pantry is available to them, as the cafeteria and Bistro are closed during these timeframes.
Any employee who is aware of a student in need of assistance, please direct them to email Melanie Broadwater ’98 or contact any member of the Student Life department. Arrangements will be made for discreet distribution of food items. Thank you to all who support this resource.
The Office of Communications and Marketing invites the campus community to contribute photo essays for the staff newsletter, T-Notes. The community’s submissions have offered glimpses into campus life, from vibrant 🍁 fall colors to festive moments like 🎅 Salvation Army bell ringers and 🎃 Halloween costumes. This week Assistant Professor of Business Administration & Accounting, Norman P. Mortensen H'81 Chair of Economics Steven Kandray carved a Halloween pumpkin to celebrate Tomcats and the season, in addition the Organization of Black Collegiates hosted a trunk-or treat event.
How to Participate: Send your photos to tnotes@thiel.edu.
💡 Submission Ideas:
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.
Faculty and staff members can recommend The Learning Commons and its resources to students who are in need of academic assistance.
For more information, contact a TLC staff member:
Faculty and staff are encouraged to recommend ENG 115: Grammar and Punctuation Workshop to students who may benefit from additional practice in writing fundamentals. The one-credit, pass-fail course, taught by Professor of English Mary Theresa Hall, Ph.D., is designed to help students build confidence in grammar and punctuation.
Two sessions will be offered during the spring semester:
ENG 115:1 — Jan. 14–March 1, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9–9:40 a.m.
ENG 115:2 — March 16–April 29, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9–9:40 a.m.
The course is listed in the spring schedule.
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.
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.
Speech-Language Pathology Program Virtual Open House
Oct. 29 at 6 p.m.
Online
The Thiel College Speech-Language Pathology Program will host a virtual open house featuring faculty, students and a preview of classroom instruction.
For more information, contact the Office of Admission at ext. 2345.
Zumba Class
Oct. 29 at 6 p.m.
73 Clinton Street, Greenville
Deanna Loreno will lead a free Zumba class for Thiel students and staff.
OBC Meeting
Oct. 29 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
The OBC will hold a general meeting for members.
Juniors – Pre-Registration for Spring
Oct. 30
Thiel College
Pre-registration for spring 2026 opens for all juniors.
Majors and Minors Fair
Oct. 30 at 11:30 a.m.
Langenheim Memorial Library
Students can explore majors, minors and graduate programs with faculty from across campus.
Chanticleer – An Orchestra of Voices
Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
Chanticleer will perform as part of the Con Spirito concert series.
RSVP Deadline: Greenville Chamber of Commerce Dinner
Oct. 31 at 4 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The Greenville Chamber of Commerce will host its annual dinner Nov. 13 in the Lutheran Heritage Room. Tickets are $40 and include hors d’oeuvres, dinner and two complimentary drinks. RSVP by Oct. 31.
Hallowingo
Oct. 31 at 8 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Students are invited to a Halloween-themed bingo event.
Women’s Volleyball vs. Chatham
Nov. 1 at 1 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Chatham in a women’s volleyball contest.
FCA Huddle
Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Room 120, James Pedas Communication Center
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes hosts its weekly huddle with games and a devotional. All are welcome.
Sophomores – Pre-Registration for Spring
Nov. 3
Thiel College
Pre-registration for spring 2025 opens for sophomores.
Line Dancing
Nov. 3 at 6 p.m.
73 Clinton Street, Greenville
Loreno Line Dancing will offer a free session for Thiel students and staff.
Moot Court Constitution Night
Nov. 4 at 6 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
The Thiel College Moot Court team will host a courtroom-style demonstration.
All Students – Pre-Registration for Spring
Nov. 5
Thiel College
Pre-registration for spring 2025 opens for first-year students and all others.
Penn-Northwest Development Corporation Annual Breakfast Meeting
Nov. 5 at 8 a.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium
The Northern Mercer County event is by invitation only.
Intramural Wednesdays: Kickball
Nov. 5 at 5 p.m., Quad
Students can join a kickball game as part of Intramural Wednesdays. Prizes will be awarded to winners.
Zumba Class
Nov. 5 at 6 p.m., 73 Clinton Street, Greenville
Deanna Loreno will lead a free Zumba class for Thiel students and staff.
OBC Meeting
Nov. 5 at 7 p.m.
Weyers Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
The OBC will host a general meeting for members.
Entrepreneurship Lecture
Nov. 6 at 11:30 a.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
The owners of Stay Gold Books in Pittsburgh will discuss running their family bookstore.
NMCFF 5th Anniversary Celebration
Nov. 6 at 3:30 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The Northern Mercer County Community Foundation will celebrate its fifth anniversary with a donor reception.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Nov. 7 at 6 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
The Greenville Area Public Library presents “Robin Hood Ain’t Looking So Good” as a dinner theater event.
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
Nov. 7-8 at 7 p.m.
William A. Robinson Theater
The Thiel Players will present Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, a fast-paced spoof of Bram Stoker’s classic.
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, Nov. 3, 2025 to be published in that week’s edition. The next edition will be published Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025.
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