July 1, 2020

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Next Issue: July 15, 2020

Thiel Happenings

Thiel College adds 14 members to its top student ambassador and support team

The Thiel College Office of Admission has added 14 student members to its Thiel Team for the 2020-2021 academic year.

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Ohio-based financial professional, entrepreneur serving first term as a Thiel College Trustee

Ricardo Daley ’96 is serving his first three-year appointment on the Thiel College Board of Trustees.

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The alumni magazine is available to read on any device

Read the latest edition of the magazine or browse the archives on the alumni web page.

Student News

Athletics Town Hall focuses on fall sports

Director of Athletics Amy Schafer discussed with students and their families and employees the phased in Return to Sport protocols for fall athletes.

About 45 people attended the online session, which covered the areas of when fall athletes are scheduled to return to campus, prescreening protocols and how the practices, facilities and programs will be adjusted.

Anyone who was unable to attend the session can request a video copy of the meeting.

The previous sessions for academic affairs, student life and student accounts and financial aid are archived.

Thiel Coronavirus updates

Coronavirus updates are being posted on the College’s website.

Employees who are having difficulties with technology can contact the Solution Center at 724-589-4000 or by email.

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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).

Going the Extra Mile

Nominee: David Knauff
Nominated by: Kristel Gallagher
Comment: “David drops everything to fix a problem—he has done so for me on multiple occasions. Large or small, he works hard to make it right. Clearly IT is an ‘essential service’; thank you for all you do!”

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.

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Publishing Schedule

T-Notes is published every other week during the summer break. It arrives Wednesday afternoons. The next edition will be out July 15, 2020. Send your event or news to tnotes@thiel.edu by noon Monday, July13 to be published in that week’s edition.

Special Notes

HR Notes

Thiel College welcomes:

CARES Act information

The recently passed CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act) provides increased protections and benefits to health plans. These include enhancements to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts that now cover over-the-counter products and telehealth appointments.

For more detailed information and updates regarding this plan and others, log on to your Employee Navigator. Benefit and relief information will be posted there for your convenience.

If you have any questions, email a member of the Human Resources department Jennifer Clark, Kim Braden ’01 or Kris Whaling.

COVID-19 Employee Assistance Plan

The Human Resources department also has information on the COVID-19 Employee Assistance Plan. Thiel College and Guardian are now providing the WorkLifeMatters Employee Assistance Program through Integrated Behavioral Health to support you and your family. These services are provided at no cost and are available through July 31, 2020

Highmark is extending coverage for Coronavirus testing.

From now until Sept. 30, Highmark will waive all in‑network virtual medicine and telehealth visit costs. Plus, Coronavirus testing, as long as it’s recommended by a medical professional, and in‑network hospital treatment of Coronavirus are covered at no charge, too.

Events

Campus Events

Lunch & Learn: Interested in Transferring to Thiel
Thursday at noon
Online

Transfer students and prospective transfer students interested in Thiel College are inivited to this session to find out how easy the process can be!

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

Lunch & Learn: Starting the College Search Process
Wednesday, July 8 at noon
Online

College applications can seem overwhelming. This special session can answer any questions regarding the application process.

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

M.B.A. Program Launch
Thursday, July 9 at 8 a.m.
Online

The first day of classes for Thiel College’s new M.B.A. Program.

For more information, contact program director Tony Kos, Ph.D.

Lunch & Learn: What Should You Bring to Move-in
Monday, July 13 at noon
Online

Incoming first-year students and parents are invited to attend this session to learn more about the move-in process.

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

Lunch & Learn: Town Hall with President Susan Traverso, Ph.D.
Wednesday, July 15 at noon
Online

All prospective and deposited students and parents are encouraged to attend this session where participants will meet and speak with President Susan Traverso, Ph.D.

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

Lunch & Learn: Life of a College Athlete
Friday, July 17 at noon
Online

Discover what life is like as a Thiel Tomcat student-athlete when you attend this Lunch & Learn session.

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

Lunch & Learn: Student Activities & Campus Involvement
Tuesday, July 21 at noon
Online

There’s alwasy something to do at Thiel College. Attendees will discover what student clubs and organizations the College hosts.

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

Lunch & Learn: Merit Scholarships and How to a Win Full–Tuition Award
Friday, July 24 at noon
Online

Learn more about merit scholarships and how students can win a full-tuition scholarship to Thiel College.

For more information, contact the Office of Admission at 724-589-2345. 

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