Thiel College is among the fastest-growing colleges and universities in the Pittsburgh region by revenue and has recorded significant endowment growth over the past five years, according to two new rankings published by the Pittsburgh Business Times.
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Thiel College has been awarded a $1.8 million federal Title III Strengthening Institutions Program grant to launch a comprehensive five-year initiative that will make artificial intelligence literacy part of the educational experience for all first-year students while expanding academic support and creating new AI-focused educational and workforce pathways throughout western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio.
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Thiel College is expanding the ways students can prepare for graduate business education, offering a new 12-credit Pre-MBA Certificate for students or graduates without a business background while providing undergraduate business students an accelerated pathway to earn both a bachelor’s degree and Master of Business Administration in four years.
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Thiel College’s student-run radio station WXTC 88.1 FM recently completed its 10th 24-hour broadcast to raise money and awareness in the fight against lupus.
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The Student Life Emergency Pantry is seeking donations of nonperishable food items and monetary contributions to support students experiencing financial hardship, including students who remain on campus during breaks and commuter students.
Suggested donations include microwavable macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, rice, soup and Chef Boyardee products, as well as breakfast and snack items such as granola bars, Pop-Tarts, crackers, peanut butter and microwavable popcorn.
Donations may be dropped off at the Wellness Center or Student Life Office. Faculty and staff who are aware of a student in need of food or personal care products should contact Melanie Broadwater ’98, Jodie Witherite or Keri McElhaney.
Faculty and staff interested in attending the upcoming Zooming from the Archives: Thiel History Book should check their email for details on how to join the conversation.
Archivist John Hauser ’71 H’20 and authors of “The History of Thiel College Volume II: 1975–2025” will discuss the new book during the online presentation at noon Tuesday, Oct. 13.
The Weyers-Sampson Art Gallery in the Howard Miller Student Center will host a spirituality and reflection space for students, faculty and staff for two weeks beginning Oct. 12.
The space will feature interactive stations focused on gratitude, reflection and navigating difficult moments, including an activity using M&M’s as a guide for prayer. Participants can also paint rocks with inspirational, faith-based, humorous or other positive messages for a planned rock garden on campus. Once the garden is established, members of the campus community will be able to take a rock that is meaningful to them or leave one for someone else.
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.
This week, Associate Professor of Education and Department Chair Kara Schreckenghost, Ed.D. shares photos of education students participating in the fifth annual Mercer and Lawrence County Literacy Under the Lights event Oct. 1 at Westminster College. The Thiel College Department of Education and junior and senior members of the education honor society Kappa Delta Pi planned hands-on, engaging literacy activities.
Send your photos to tnotes@thiel.edu.
On Sept. 30, the entrepreneur class was joined by Greenville native Doug Wilson, the Vice President of Thunder Equipment. He shared important lessons about starting a business, the challenges of marketing to a niche audience, and the importance of defining success as more than just making money.
Key Student Takeaways
Dinner Dishing
HR Notes
Reminder: Complete required Vector Solutions training
Thiel College employees who have not yet completed their assigned Vector Solutions training are reminded to log in and complete their required courses by their assigned deadlines.
Training requirements and due dates may vary by employee. Faculty and staff should check their email for messages from Vector Solutions for information about assigned courses, deadlines and instructions for accessing the training site.
Employees who still have outstanding training are encouraged to complete it as soon as possible and before the deadlines listed in their individual accounts.
Retirement Planning Appointments Available
Thiel College's independent retirement plan advisor, Sierra Christian of Henderson Brothers Financial Partners, is available for virtual meetings throughout the month. Employees can schedule a 15- or 30-minute appointment to discuss retirement planning, investment options, retirement income strategies, market updates, outside investment reviews, insurance needs, or comprehensive financial planning.
December graduates asked to submit regalia information by Oct. 9
Students anticipating graduation in December 2026 have received an email from the Registrar’s Office requesting their height and weight for graduation regalia. Responses are due by Oct. 9.
The information will be provided to the Campus Store so the appropriate regalia can be ordered. Bachelor’s degree regalia includes a cap, gown and 2026 tassel and costs $55.
Faculty and staff working with December graduates are encouraged to remind students to check their email and respond to the Registrar’s Office by the deadline.
WTEN vs. Grove City
Oct. 7 at 4 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts Grove City in women’s tennis.
WSOC vs. Hiram College
Oct. 7 at 5 p.m.
Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Hiram College in women’s soccer.
Brewed Theology
Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Weyers Lounge
Brewed Theology is a biweekly gathering of people interested in exploring the place where faith and life intersect.
WVB vs. Hiram College
Oct. 7 at 7 p.m.
Beeghly Gymnasium, Maenpa Court
Thiel hosts Hiram College in women’s volleyball.
MSOC vs. Hiram College
Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Hiram College in men’s soccer.
OBC Meeting
Oct. 7 at 8 p.m.
Stamm Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Organization of Black Collegians general meeting.
Common Hour: Stress Less Day
Oct. 8 at 11 a.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Common Hour: Stress Less Day is scheduled for the campus community.
SGA Meeting
Oct. 8 at 2 p.m.
Sawhill Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Student Government Meeting.
WTEN vs. Ursuline
Oct. 9 at 4 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts Ursuline in women’s tennis.
Creative Writing Club
Oct. 9 at 6 p.m.
Greenville Hall, Room 101
Creative Writing Club is scheduled for the campus community.
Midterm Break
Oct. 10-12
Thiel College Campus
No classes are held but campus offices are open duriung midterm break.
WVB vs Franciscan
Oct. 10 at 1 p.m.
Maenpa Court, Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Franciscan in women’s volleyball.
ACTS Performing Arts and GSO Concert
Oct. 10 at 3 p.m.
Passavant Center
The ACTS Performing Arts Center and the Greenville Symphony Orchestra collaborate to perform classic patriotic tunes along with American favorites to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
Exploring Faith Opens
Oct. 11 at 10 a.m.
Friends of Art Lounge, Howard Miller Student Center
Students can take a moment for quiet respite, or participate in a number of activities.
GSO Children's Concert
Oct. 13 at 8:30 a.m.
Passavant Center
Annual young audience concert from the Greenville Symphony Orchestra for local students in grades 4 - 6. Greenville Symphony Orchestra Website.
TNT (Thiel News Time)
Oct. 13 at 11:30 a.m.
Sawhill Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Thiel News Time hosted by President Susan Traverso, Ph.D. The campus community gathers for updates, information about campus and welcome of new employees.
Zooming from the Archives: Thiel History Book
Oct. 13 at noon
Online
Archivist John Hauser '71 H'20 hosts a discussion with attendees about the new Thiel History Book with six of the authors.
For more information, contact Alumni Relations.
Midterm Grades Due
Oct. 13 at noon
Thiel College Campus
Midterm grades are due.
Classes Resume
Oct. 14
Thiel College Campus
Classes resume Wednesday.
WSOC vs. Geneva College
Oct. 14 at 5 p.m.
Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Geneva College in women’s soccer.
WVB vs. Grove City
Oct. 14 at 7 p.m.
Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Grove City in women’s volleyball.
MSOC vs. Geneva College
Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Geneva College in men’s soccer.
OBC Meeting
Oct. 14 at 8 p.m.
Stamm Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Organization of Black Collegians general meeting.
Speech-Language Pathology Program Information Session
Oct. 15 at noon
Online
Speech-Language Pathology Program Information Session is scheduled for the campus community.
SGA Meeting
Oct. 15 at 2 p.m.
Sawhill Georgian Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Student Government Association meeting.
WTEN vs. Washington & Jefferson
Oct. 15 at 4:30 p.m.
Thiel Tennis Courts
Thiel hosts Washington & Jefferson in women’s tennis.
Lantern Tour
Oct. 22 at 6 p.m.
Thiel College
Prospective students and their guests are invited to explore Thiel College during an evening campus tour featuring stories and legends from the College’s past. The event includes a meeting with an admissions counselor to discuss the college experience, scholarships and next steps, followed by a campus tour and a campfire with complimentary drinks and s’mores.
Agenda
6 p.m. — Check-in at the James Pedas Communication Center admissions desk
6:15 p.m. — Learn about Thiel College and next steps
6:30 p.m. — Campus tour featuring stories and legends from Thiel’s past
7:30 p.m. — Campfire with drinks and s’more
Psychology for a Day
Oct. 16 at 10 a.m.
Thiel College
Prospective students are invited to explore Thiel College’s psychology program through an interactive campus visit featuring Treachery at Thiel, a mystery-solving activity. Visitors will learn about the admissions process, sit in on a General Psychology class, have lunch and tour campus while playing a character and working to solve the mystery.
Agenda
10:15 a.m. — Check-in and character assignments
10:30 a.m. — College admissions and next steps
11 a.m. — General Psychology class
Noon — Lunch with psychology students
1 p.m. — Campus tour
2 p.m. — Conclusion and dismissal
WSOC vs Waynesburg University
Oct. 17 at noon
Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Waynesburg University in women’s soccer.
MSOC vs Waynesburg University
Oct. 17 at 2:30 p.m.
Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium
Thiel hosts Waynesburg University in men’s soccer.
Worship Night
Oct. 17 at 7 p.m.
David Johnson Memorial Chapel
This event is presented by the Thiel Bible Study and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA).
DHI/HPI Book Club
Oct. 20 at 5 p.m.
Boundless Books, Greenville Pa.
DHI/HPI Book Club is scheduled for the campus community.
WVB vs. Houghton
Oct. 20 at 6 p.m.
Maenpa Court, Beeghly Gymnasium
Thiel hosts Houghton in women’s volleyball.
Haller Enterprise Institute's Entrepreneur of the Year Dinner
Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.
Lutheran Heritage Room, Howard Miller Student Center
Annual banquet organized by the Haller Enterprise Institute to recognize our Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner and Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award winners.
Brewed Theology
Oct. 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Weyers Lounge
Brewed Theology is a biweekly gathering of people interested in exploring the place where faith and life intersect.
OBC Meeting
Oct. 21 at 8 p.m.
Stamm Hall, James Pedas Communication Center
Organization of Black Collegians general meeting.
Fall Flavor Fest
Oct. 17 from 3–7 p.m.
Downtown Greenville
The Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Flavor Fest features tastings from local wineries, breweries and distilleries, a chili cook-off, craft vendors, food trucks and live entertainment throughout downtown Greenville.
Ticket Options:
🌶️ Tasting & Chili Cook-Off Combo – $30
🍷 Tasting Ticket – $25
🔥 Chili Cook-Off Ticket – $10
Tasting tickets are available to guests 21 and older only.
Tickets are available online through the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce website or in person at the Chamber Office, weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🍷 Tasting Vendors
Enjoy tastings from local wineries, breweries and distilleries, with vendors lining the middle of Main Street. To be a vendor register HERE
🎶 Live Entertainment
Two bands will keep the event going throughout the afternoon: 6 String Blvd from 3–4 p.m. near the Mural, followed by Elements Rock Trio from 4:30–7 p.m. by Fox’s Pizza.
🌶️ Chili Cook-Off
New this year! Community members, businesses, organizations and restaurants will compete for the title of Fall Flavor Fest Chili Cook-Off Champion. Attendees will sample the entries and vote for their favorite using a QR code. To enter, register HERE
🎨 Vendors & Food Trucks
For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Mark Batt ’87 at ext. 2157.
Scarecrows in the Park
Oct. 12-31
Riverside Park
Scarecrows in the Park is open to any business, organization, or individual. Scarecrows are set up in Central Park and put on display for the public to vote on from October 12-31.
Entry Fee: $15
Prizes: Cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place
Entry Deadline: Friday, October 9
Judging: Judging will take place on the chamber website. The community will vote for their favorite scarecrow
NEW THIS YEAR: We are opening up the contest to include Main Street businesses. Businesses with a store front on Main Street may enter the contest and securely display their scarecrow in front of their store front.
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.
The updates can include 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 Oct. 12, 2026 to be published in that week’s edition. The next edition will be published Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026.
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