Thiel College will recognize three outstanding members of its campus community for their commitment to service during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Service Award Ceremony, to be held at 4 p.m. Monday, January 19 in Stamm Lecture Hall of the James Pedas Communication Center.
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Thiel College has appointed David Myron its new vice president for finance and administration, President Susan Traverso, Ph.D. announced today.
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Thiel College will host its spring semester “Thiel News Time” (TNT) gatherings on select Tuesdays during scheduled community hours, when no classes are held, allowing faculty and staff to attend together.
TNT sessions provide an opportunity for campus community members to share updates, ask questions, and exchange information in support of the College’s ongoing work.
All spring TNTs will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the Sawhill Georgian Room at the Howard Miller Student Center on the following dates: Jan. 20, Feb. 10, March 17, April 7, and May 12.
Faculty and staff are encouraged to attend and to bring announcements, comments, and questions for the benefit of the campus community.
The Thiel College men’s volleyball team was picked to repeat as Presidents' Athletic Conference champions, as announced in the league's Preseason Coaches' Poll Tuesday.
The Tomcats received 6-of-7 first-place votes and 36 points in the poll. Last year’s runner-up, Grove City, was picked second with one first-place tally and 29 points. Saint Vincent was third with 25 points while Chatham and Hiram tied for fourth with 18 points. Geneva (15 points) was picked sixth and Bethany (6) was chosen last.
The 2025 Tomcats won a program-record 22 matches and qualified for the NCAA Tournament for the first time in program history.
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, Jan. 19, 2026 to be published in that week’s edition. The next edition will be published Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
HR Notes
Thiel College says farewell to:
Paid day off schedule
Employees should check their email for the paid-day off schedule for 2026 and the upcoming holiday schedule from human resources.
For more information, contact
Retirement plan advisor available for January virtual meetings
Sierra Christian, the independent advisor for the Thiel College Retirement Plan with Henderson Brothers Financial Partners, is available to assist employees with retirement planning through virtual meetings throughout January.
Employees may reserve a 15- or 30-minute conference call or virtual meeting during Christian’s January office hours.
Christian can provide guidance on:
Henderson Brothers Financial Partners supports Thiel employees in meeting their retirement planning goals and looks forward to assisting plan participants.
Classes Begin
Jan. 14
Thiel College
Classes for the Spring 2026 semester officially begin.
WBB vs. Geneva College
Jan. 14 at 5:30 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Geneva in women’s basketball at Maenpa Court. The men’s game will follow immediately after.
MBB vs. Geneva College
Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Geneva in men’s basketball as part of a home doubleheader against the Golden Tornados.
Final Registration for Unregistered Students
Jan. 15
Thiel College
Unregistered students must complete registration by 5 p.m. to remain enrolled.
Baseball Winter Camp
Jan. 18 at 12:30 p.m.
Rissell-Schreyer Dome
Thiel College baseball hosts the second session of its winter camp series for players ages 8 through high school seniors. Enrollment is limited to support individualized skill development.
MLK Service Award Ceremony
Jan. 19 at 4 p.m.
Stamm Lecture Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Thiel hosts its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Service Award Ceremony, recognizing students and a faculty or staff member for community service. A light reception will follow.
Last Day to Add
Jan. 20
Thiel College
Jan. 20 is the final day for students to add courses, internships, or independent studies. No financial adjustments will be made after this date.
Speech-Language Pathology Program Information Session
Jan. 21 at noon
Online
Thiel College’s Speech-Language Pathology admissions team hosts a virtual information session covering coursework, clinical rotations, admissions requirements, and financial aid.
Soul Cafe
Jan. 22 at 11:30 a.m.
Bistro, Howard Miller Student Center
During Common Hour, students are invited to share stories, poems, reflections, or music centered on a theme of faith and justice. Refreshments will be served.
WRE vs. Bethany
Jan. 22 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Bethany in women’s wrestling in the Tomcats’ first home mat competition of the 2026 season.
WBB vs. Franciscan University
Jan. 24 at 1 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Franciscan in women’s basketball as part of a home doubleheader. The men’s game will follow.
MBB vs. Franciscan University
Jan. 24 at 3 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Franciscan in men’s basketball, concluding a home doubleheader against the Barons.
44th Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Jan. 24 at 5:30 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Thiel Athletics hosts the 44th Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, recognizing distinguished former student-athletes, coaches, and contributors.
Baseball Winter Camp
Jan. 25 at 12:30 p.m.
Rissell-Schreyer Dome
Thiel College baseball hosts the final session of its winter camp series for players ages 8 through high school seniors. Enrollment is limited to support individualized skill development.
MBA Information Session
Jan. 26 at 12 p.m.
Zoom
Thiel College’s Master of Business Administration admissions team hosts a virtual information session highlighting program coursework, admissions requirements, and financial aid.
Auditions: Much Ado About Nothing
Jan. 26 at 7 p.m.
William A. Robinson Theater
Auditions will be held for the Spring 2026 production of Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare. The production is an adaptation developed in collaboration with ENG 255/THAR 255 Shakespeare: Page to Stage.
MVB vs. Mount Union
Jan. 27 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court/Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Mount Union in men’s volleyball in the Tomcats’ first home match of the 2026 season.
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