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July 10

July 10th, 2025 by dran

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

Mark 11:24

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Artie Palese promoted to Messiah University Grounds Services Manager

Please join us in congratulating Artie Palese on his promotion to grounds services manager. Artie has worked at Messiah for the past six years. Since coming to Messiah, Artie has been an integral part of creating a highly successful spray program for our athletic fields. Following his previous promotion to lead groundskeeper, Artie has learned and grown his knowledge in all areas of Messiah grounds and has demonstrated great leadership within our team. When you see Artie around campus, please congratulate him on his new promotion.

AROUND CAMPUS

MISSING: Large black utility cart

A large black utility cart exactly like the one pictured here went missing from the Campus Store around the week of June 16. We presume we loaned it out for the transportation of packages, but it has not been returned. If located, please return to the Campus Store as soon as possible. We rely on this cart for large packages and textbook fulfillment. Thank you!

Sundaes with Seven

Interim President Jon and Mrs. Shari Stuckey invite employees and their families to a casual night of great music and frozen treats! Come to Larsen Student Union on Monday, July 14 at 6:30 p.m. & enjoy the music of SEVEN, a group of multi-talented musicians from Messiah University who have a heart for ministry, performance and creativity. If the weather cooperates, we will be out on the patio (bring blankets or lawn chairs for extra seating) and if it’s rainy, we’ll be inside. An assortment of frozen treats will be available to enjoy! No RSVP required but if you know you are coming, please email president@messiah.edu with a guest count to aid our catering estimates.

School of Graduate and Professional Studies – Summer Highlights

As we are now several weeks into the summer semester, we wanted to take a moment to highlight some of what’s happening on campus with the School of Graduate and Professional Studies (SGPS)! In addition to the hard work happening for our online students and faculty in many of our programs including Social Work, Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy and Business and Leadership graduate programs, we are excited to welcome a number of graduate students to both main campus and our Winding Hill location this summer.

July Highlights

Nutrition & Dietetics welcomes its new incoming cohort with classes on main campus beginning this week.
Athletic training begins graduate level courses on main campus and at Winding Hill for students in both the accelerated and stand-alone master’s program at the end of July.
Graduate music holds its next round of in-person intensives during the weeks of July 7th and 14th taking place in the High Center.
Graduate counseling, education, higher education leadership, music, and nursing welcome approximately 150 online students to main campus for intensives during the week of July 21st taking place in Boyer, High Center, and Jordan/Kline.

August Highlights

Physical therapy and Occupational therapy welcome their new incoming cohorts to Winding Hill for the first ever combined orientation on August 21st with classes beginning August 25th. Please extend a friendly hello to these students as you see them on campus and at Winding Hill!

On My Grind coffee truck coming to campus Tuesday

As a fun treat while grad students are here for five of our programs summer intensive week, the On My Grind Coffee Truck will be on main campus on Tuesday, July 22 from 7-10 a.m.! The truck will be located in the Old Main parking lot. All are welcome to grab a drink from the truck and each person is responsible for paying for their own beverage(s) iced or hot (coffee and tea options are available). If you see others in line, be sure to introduce yourself as it very well could be some of our graduate students!

Technology Support – Please see below for helpful tips and updates!

Contact us by emailing techsupport@messiah.edu regarding any of this information or if you have any questions in general.

Windows 11 – Be on the lookout for information on upgrading your Messiah-issued PC to Windows 11 in the near future! While not difficult, the update will take some time to complete and you may want update and familiarize yourself with Windows 11 before the beginning of the fall semester.
New Email Security System – We are in the process of transitioning to IRONSCALES as our new email security platform, which will replace Mimecast. More information and details will be provided later.
xForms Migration – If assistance is required for converting your current xForms to another platform, please contact us for assistance.

BID FAREWELL

Change in the CPDC

After 20 years of service to Messiah University, Joy Fea is leaving to pursue an opportunity at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Joy will serve as the director of Upper House Commons which “gathers the university community for spiritual, intellectual, and vocational formation.” The CPDC team will miss Joy immensely – she has strengthened the university-wide Internship Program, formed countless relationships with faculty, students, and employers, and has always inspired us to lifelong learning and improvement in our work. Joy’s last day at Messiah is July 18. Moving forward, please send all internship-related questions to Ashley Jones (ajones@messiah.edu), director.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The International Business Institute is now hiring for a part-time Program Coordinator IBI 2025/26. Job related questions may be directed to Andrew Babyak at ababyak@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29875.
The Department of Human Development and Family Science has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant to the department chair. Job related questions may be directed to Paul Johns at pjohns@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29858.
Dining Services has an opening for a full-time cook II (PM). Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29824. Dining Services has an opening for a part-time cook (PM). Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29703.
Dining Services has an opening for a full-time culinary assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29548.
Development has an opening for a full-time senior regional advancement representative. Job related questions may be directed John Zeigler at jzeigler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29719.
Men’s Lacrosse has an opening for a full-time head coach (75%)/camps and clinics assistant coordinator/game day management (25%). Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Gustin Hamrock at sgustinhamrock@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29760.
Campus and building services has an opening for a part-time campus and building services worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29799.
Campus and building services has an opening for a part-time campus and building services worker, part time 1st shift. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29833.
Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time campus and building services worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29745.
The Vice Provost for Student Success and Engagement has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Doug Wood at dwood@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29694.
The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kathee Clark at kclark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29633.
Athletics has an opening for a part-time assistant women’s lacrosse coach; administrative coordinator and recruiter; game day manager. Job related questions may be directed to Heather McKay at hmckay@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29656.
Facility Maintenance has an opening for a full-time general maintenance HVAC technician. Job related questions may be directed to Amy Stephan at astephan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29554.
Admissions has an opening for a part-time admissions hospitality assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kristin Thomas at kthomas@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29297.
Admissions has an opening for a temporary admissions traveling recruiter. Job related questions may be directed to Shayna Mark at smark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29304.
Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit:https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29118. visit:https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29118.
Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time seasonal groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29281.
Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.
The Department of Safety has an opening for a 1st shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28975.
The Department of Safety has an opening for 2nd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28594.

For sale

Rose colored bridesmaid/formal dress for sale – size L, worn once, Birdy Grey brand. Contact Amanda McCarty, amccarty@messiah.edu, (x7348) if interested! Asking $50. Photos available!

Large backpack available. The backpack is 36″ tall, 10″ thick and 18 ” wide. Nice wheels on the bottom. Lightly used. Asking $20. Contact Ted Gingrich at tgingrich@messiah.edu.

I have multiple items for sale and am willing to be a bit negotiable on the prices. There is a air conditioner for sale and multiple items used for a wedding. Please look at the attached document for pictures and prices. Contact Amy Nichols with questions.

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July 3

July 3rd, 2025 by INTERCOM

Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

2 Corinthians 3:17

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

2025 Adjunct Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence

This is the fourth year of the Adjunct Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence, which is given to up to two adjunct faculty at Messiah University each spring. Nominations were solicited from all department chairs/program directors, and after careful consideration of these nominations, the Scholarship and Development Committee identified the following two adjunct faculty members to be honored with the 2025 Adjunct Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence at Messiah University.

Benjamen Blasko, adjunct instructor of graduate wind conducting
Nancy Woods, adjunct instructor of graduate nursing

Congratulations to Ben and Nancy for this recognition of excellence in teaching. The Messiah University community deeply appreciates the award winners, and all our adjunct faculty, for their role in educating women and men toward maturity of intellect, character, and Christian faith at Messiah University.

Dr. Savarino at Carnegie Hall

Dr. Damian Savarino, bass (professor of music) recently appeared at Carnegie Hall as the bass soloist in Mozart’s REQUIEM, produced by Manhattan Concert Productions. The conductor was Eliza Rubenstein from San Francisco and the orchestra was the New York City Chamber Orchestra. Since 2011, Dr. Savarino has appeared as a soloist at Carnegie Hall, with organizations such as MCP and Distinguished Concerts International New York, more than 15 times.

Hamon presents at TFS Conference

Dr. Raeann Hamon, distinguished professor of family science and gerontology, presented a paper entitled “What can I do with HDFS?”: A Career Exploration Activity at the Family Science Association’s Teaching Family Science Conference at the University for Peace, Costa Rica, June 12.

New development team member

I am pleased to share that Ethan Kim has joined the Office of Development as a regional advancement representative. Ethan is a ’23 Messiah University graduate with a B.A. in political science with a concentration in international relations and a minor in economics. Since graduating he has been working in commercial banking. Ethan is a Pittsburgh native and we are thrilled to have him back at Messiah! His new office is on the second floor of Old Main. If you happen to see Ethan on campus, be sure to say hello and welcome him in his new role!

AROUND CAMPUS

Employee Worship – Thursday, July 10

Please join us for the next Employee Worship on Thursday, July 10, at 9:30 a.m.in Hostetter Chapel. Music provided by Seven and message by Stephen Gallaher.

BID FAREWELL

Change in the CPDC

Technology Support – Please see below for helpful tips and updates!

Contact us by emailing techsupport@messiah.edu regarding any of this information or if you have any questions in general.

Windows 11 – Be on the lookout for information on upgrading your Messiah-issued PC to Windows 11 in the near future! While not difficult, the update will take some time to complete and you may want update and familiarize yourself with Windows 11 before the beginning of the fall semester.
New Email Security System – We are in the process of transitioning to IRONSCALES as our new email security platform, which will replace Mimecast. More information and details will be provided later.
xForms Migration – If assistance is required for converting your current xForms to another platform, please contact us for assistance.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The Department of Human Development and Family Science has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant to the department chair. Job related questions may be directed to Paul Johns at pjohns@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29858.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time cook II (PM). Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29824.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time cook (PM). Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29703.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time culinary assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29548.

Development has an opening for a full-time senior regional advancement representative. Job related questions may be directed John Zeigler at jzeigler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29719.

Men’s Lacrosse has an opening for a full-time head coach (75%)/camps and clinics assistant coordinator/game day management (25%). Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Gustin Hamrock at sgustinhamrock@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29760.

Campus and building services has an opening for a part-time campus and building services worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29799.

Campus and building services has an opening for a part-time campus and building services worker, part time 1st shift. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29833.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time campus and building services worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29745.

The Vice Provost Student Success and Engagement has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Doug Wood at dwood@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29694.

The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kathee Clark at kclark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29633.

Athletics has an opening for a part-time assistant women’s lacrosse coach; administrative coordinator and recruiter; game day manager. Job related questions may be directed to Heather McKay at hmckay@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29656.

Facility Maintenance has an opening for a full-time general maintenance HVAC technician. Job related questions may be directed to Amy Stephan at astephan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29554.

Admissions has an opening for a part-time admissions hospitality assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kristin Thomas at kthomas@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29297.

Admissions has an opening for a temporary admissions traveling recruiter. Job related questions may be directed to Shayna Mark at smark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29304.

Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit:https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29118.
visit:https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29118

Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time seasonal groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29281.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

The Department of Safety has an opening for a 1st shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28975.

The Department of Safety has an opening for 2nd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28594.

For sale:

Large ceramic planter – 16‘’ tall, lime green, excellent condition. $25

Large ceramic planter – 15″ tall, excellent condition, never used. $20

Medium ceramic planter. 12” tall, excellent condition. $15.

See photo here: Ceramic Planters

Contact Karen Garlinger: kgarlinger@messiah.edu

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June 26

June 26th, 2025 by INTERCOM

“For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.”

2 Corinthians 5:1

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

New staff in Residence Life

In the past year Residence Life had to say goodbye to Becca Firstbrook, Nikki Murren, and Preston Teuscher. All three have had a significant impact on our department and on the care for our students, but we are extremely excited for what their next steps hold. While we are sad to see them go, we are excited to welcome three new residence life educators (RLE) to our community!

Delight Darenya just completed her Master’s in higher education from Taylor University. Bringing experience from her work at Taylor and her undergraduate experience at Cornerstone University, Delight will be making the trek from the Midwest to join us as the RLE of Hess and Miller.

Derek Guissanie is an undergraduate and graduate program alum of Messiah. After serving in a variety of interim positions this past year, we are excited to welcome Derek in a full-time position as the RLE of Mountain View and Sollenberger.

Nate St Luise spent this past year as the graduate assistant for retention in the Office of Student Success. He will be wrapping up his final year in the master’s in higher education program while serving as the RLE of Naugle.

All three will start work in mid-July and we hope you will join us in giving them a warm welcome to the Messiah Community.

AROUND CAMPUS

Medicare Education Webinar – today!

Today: Thursday, June 26, 3 p.m.
Webinar via Zoom
Presenter: Kyle Sadorf of Everence®

As you near retirement, you’ll face important Medicare decisions. Messiah University has partnered with Everence® to help you navigate the process. Join us for a free, informative webinar where an experienced Medicare specialist will guide you through the key steps to understanding your options.

Topics to be covered include:
• The different parts of Medicare
• Understanding your coverage options
• Deciding when to enroll
• How to enroll

To register, visit www.everence.com/messiah or contact
Kyle Sadorf with Everence at 717-394-0769.

Young Peacemakers Academy 2025 is accepting applications!

This year Messiah’s Peace and Conflict Studies Program is pleased to collaborate with the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) to host the Young Peacemakers Academy (YPA)!

YPA is open for high school students and seeks to engage youth interested in building sustainable peace in their community and around the world by focusing on understanding Christian foundations of peacemaking.

Together we will spend 3 full days exploring the foundations of Christian peacemaking at MCC’s beautiful Welcoming Place campus in Akron, PA. We’ll hear from faculty and students from Messiah and MCC staff about topics ranging from ways we can be a good neighbor, migration, restorative justice, Agapé love and sustainable creation care.

Beyond the workshops, we will also visit MCC sites and programs to see our lessons come to life — including an afternoon volunteering with MCC’s Material Resource Center and the MCC Thrift Store in Ephrata.

Spots are limited, so we encourage participants to submit their registration ASAP.

WHEN: July 28-30
WHERE: MCC’s Welcoming Place
COST: $200 – but all Messiah employees receive a 10% discount

For more information, a copy of the tentative schedule and to register please visit https://www.messiah.edu/young-peacemakers-academy/ or email youngpeacemakers@messiah.edu

Employee Worship – Thursday, July 10

Please join us for the next Employee Worship on Thursday, July 10, at 9:30 a.m.in Hostetter Chapel. Music provided by Seven and message by Stephen Gallaher.

Technology Support

Please see below for helpful tips and updates! Contact us by emailing techsupport@messiah.edu regarding any of this information or if you have any questions in general.

Dynamic Forms Update – New Functionality

No sign workflow – forms in a workflow no longer require a signature
functionality – users can assign other individuals to sign on their behalf
E-mail Distro functionality – Distro emails can be sent to only one email now
Auto-escalation functionality – after so many days, forms can be automatically set up to route to a different user.

xForms Migration – If assistance is required for converting your current xForms to another platform, please contact us for assistance or book time directly with us using our Bookings Page.

Qualtrics RelevantID Security Field – RelevantID will be deprecated on June 30, 2025. If you use RelevantID in your Qualtrics surveys, please reach out for more information

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time cook (PM). Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29703.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time culinary assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29548.

Men’s Lacrosse has an opening for a full-time head coach (75%)/camps and clinics assistant coordinator/game day management (25%). Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Gustin Hamrock at sgustinhamrock@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29760.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time campus and building services worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29745.

The Vice Provost Student Success and Engagement has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Doug Wood at dwood@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29694.

The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kathee Clark at kclark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29633.

Graduate Studies: Occupational Therapy has an opening for a temporary – mid-summer – early fall 2025 – administrative assistant, Master of Occupational Therapy Program. Job related questions may be directed to Leanne Rutt at lrutt@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29590.

Financial Aid Office has an opening for a full-time financial aid counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Mike Strite at mstrite@messiah.edu. For more info and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29606.

Facility Maintenance has an opening for a full-time general maintenance HVAC technician. Job related questions may be directed to Amy Stephan at astephan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29554.

Admissions has an opening for a temporary admissions traveling recruiter. Job related questions may be directed to Shayna Mark at smark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29304.

Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time seasonal groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29281.

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June 19

June 19th, 2025 by INTERCOM

“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”

1 Peter 5:7

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Coordinator of pre-health professions advising

The Dean of Science, Engineering and Health is pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Ness-Myers, associate professor of biological sciences, will begin in August to fulfill the role of coordinator of pre-health professions advising as part of her faculty assignment. Jennifer served in this role for three years at Lees-McRae College and is currently the chair of Messiah’s Pre-Health Professions Advising Committee. As coordinator of pre-health professions advising, Jennifer will provide counsel to prospective and current Messiah students and to alumni who wish to learn about or apply to graduate programs in the health professions. Additionally, she will serve as a liaison between Messiah University and institutions with which we have articulation agreements in many health science fields. Jennifer will work with undergraduate Messiah students from all majors across SSEH and SACS. We look forward to working with Jennifer in this role following Martha Stigelman’s retirement on July 31.

New staff in Residence Life

In the past year Residence Life had to say goodbye to Becca Firstbrook, Nikki Murren and Preston Teuscher. All three made a significant impact on our department and on the care for our students, but we are very excited for what their next steps hold. While we are sad to see them go, we are excited to welcome three new Residence Life Educators (RLE) to our community!

Delight Darenya just completed her master’s in higher education from Taylor University. Bringing experience from her work at Taylor and her undergraduate experience at Cornerstone University, Delight will be making the trek from the Midwest to join us as the RLE of Hess and Miller.

All three will start work in mid-July and we hope you will join us in giving them a warm welcome to the Messiah Community.

BID FAREWELL

Executive Chef Percell Green retirement

On behalf of everyone at Messiah University, I want to extend our deepest gratitude and warmest wishes as you retire on June 30 after an incredible 25 years of dedicated service.

Your culinary talent, passion and unwavering commitment to excellence have left an indelible mark not only on our dining team but also in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of enjoying your creative foods. From your signature dishes to your steady leadership, you have elevated the standards of Dining Services to one of the finest in the nation. It’s impossible to count the number of guests whose experiences were made unforgettable because of your culinary brilliance.

As you remove your chef’s hat and move on to this well-earned next chapter, know that your legacy will continue in every recipe you perfected, every guest you inspired, and every smile you brought to our dining rooms.

Thank you, Chef Percell, for 25 remarkable years. We wish you all the joy and relaxation retirement can offer!

With heartfelt appreciation,

Mark Wirtz
Director of Dining Services

AROUND CAMPUS

Medicare Education Webinar

Thursday, June 26, 3 p.m.
Webinar via Zoom
Presenter: Kyle Sadorf of Everence®

Topics to be covered include:
• The different parts of Medicare
• Understanding your coverage options
• Deciding when to enroll
• How to enroll

To register, visit www.everence.com/messiah or contact
Kyle Sadorf with Everence at 717-394-0769.

Young Peacemakers Academy 2025 is accepting applications!

This year Messiah’s Peace and Conflict Studies Program is pleased to collaborate with Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) to host the Young Peacemakers Academy (YPA)!

Spots are limited, so we encourage participants to submit their registration ASAP.

WHEN: July 28-30
WHERE: MCC’s Welcoming Place
COST: $200 – but all Messiah employees receive a 10% discount

For more information, a copy of the tentative schedule and to register please visit https://www.messiah.edu/young-peacemakers-academy/ or email youngpeacemakers@messiah.edu

Technology Support – Please see below for helpful tips and updates!

Contact us by emailing techsupport@messiah.edu regarding any of this information or if you have any questions in general.

Dynamic forms update: New functionality

No sign workflow – forms in a workflow no longer require a signature
Proxy functionality – users can assign other individuals to sign on their behalf
E-mail Distro functionality – Distro emails can be sent to only one email now
Auto-escalation functionality – after so many days, forms can be automatically set up to route to a different user.

xForms migration – If assistance is required for converting your current xForms to another platform, please contact us for assistance or schedule time directly using our bookings page.

Qualtrics RelevantID security field – RelevantID will be deprecated on June 30. If you use RelevantID in your Qualtrics surveys, please reach out for more information.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Men’s Lacrosse has an opening for a full-time head coach (75%)/camps and clinics assistant coordinator/game day management (25%). Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Gustin Hamrock at sgustinhamrock@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29760.

Graduate Studies: Occupational Therapy has an opening for a temporary – mid-summer – early fall 2025 – administrative assistant, Master of Occupational Therapy Program. Job related questions may be directed to Leanne Rutt at lrutt@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29590.

The department of General Education is now hiring a full-time administrative assistant to the dean of General education, Common Learning and Academic Support and director of assessment. Job related questions may be directed to Kate Oswald Wilkins at koswaldwilkins@messiah.edu.

The Department of Intellectual Disabilities Certificate has an opening for a full-time NEXT Steps resident life educator. Job related questions may be directed to Amber Brisbane at abrisbane@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29081.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/ aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

The Department of Safety has an opening for 2nd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28594.

For sale

2007 Toyota Prius with 185k miles. Brand new hybrid battery as of May 2024. See pictures on the Facebook marketplace posting here: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/744863437865590/. Email Preston or Facebook message on the posting. Asking for $5,250.

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June 12

June 12th, 2025 by dran

‘‘Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, for human anger does not accomplish God’s righteousness.”
James 1:19-20

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The Registrar’s Office is pleased to announce the following staffing transitions.

It is with sadness (for us) and excitement (for her) that we announce Jill Poole is retiring on June 30. Jill first came to Messiah as a behavioral science major. After graduation, she returned to Messiah and served in a variety of roles: resident director, gifts processor, Student Life office assistant, Service Learning and College Ministries before landing in the Registrar’s Office as the transfer records specialist twenty years ago. Jill has touched literally thousands of lives during her tenure at Messiah. Throughout her career at Messiah, Jill has served others generously and with a prayerful and caring approach. We wish her joy and blessings as she steps into God’s next adventure!

Michelle Glenny has been promoted to transfer records specialist. Michelle joined the Registrar’s Office as the administrative assistant to the registrar in March 2023. Since that time, she has developed into an effective member of our team by asking insightful questions and seeking to improve processes and procedures. In her new role, Michelle will support new, transfer and current students with transfer credit evaluations/processing, evaluate and process off-campus program approvals and transcripts. She will work closely with subject matter experts to determine Messiah course equivalencies. Please join us in congratulating Michelle on her promotion and wish Jill the best in her retirement.

Coordinator of pre-health professions advising

The Dean of Science, Engineering and Health is pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Ness-Myers, associate professor of biological sciences, will begin in August to fulfill the role of coordinator of pre-health professions advising as part of her faculty assignment. Jennifer served in this role for three years at Lees-McRae College and is currently the chair of Messiah’s Pre-Health Professions Advising Committee. As coordinator of pre-health professions advising, Jennifer will provide counsel to prospective and current Messiah students and to alumni who wish to learn about or apply to graduate programs in the health professions. Additionally, she will serve as a liaison between Messiah University and institutions with which we have articulation agreements in many health science fields. Jennifer will work with undergraduate Messiah students from all majors across SSEH and SACS. We look forward to working with Jennifer in this role following Martha Stigelman’s retirement on July 31.

New employee in Annual Giving

I am pleased to share that Megan Nguyen has joined the Annual Giving team as the Administrative Assistant for Giving Programs. Megan is a ‘23 graduate with a B.A. in Studio Art, with experience as web comic creator, specializing in writing and illustrating. She is a Central PA native, and we are so excited to have her back at Messiah! Her new office is on the second floor of the Old Main building. If you happen to see Megan on campus, be sure to say hello and welcome her in her new role! – Tovah Wilson

BID FAREWELL

Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Art Palese after twenty-four years of dedicated service working in the Grounds Department at Messiah University. Art has served at Messiah, sharing his expertise as the grounds manager, for the past two years, following his twenty-two years working as one of our grounds crew leaders. Art will remain at Messiah and transition into his new part-time role with our grounds team on June 29.

We invite you all to join us on Tuesday, June 24 from 1-3 p.m. in the Howe Atrium of the Boyer Building to celebrate Art and his many years of dedicated service.

AROUND CAMPUS

Intercom submissions with photos

When requesting an intercom submission with a photo attachment, future best practices are to attach a word document with embedded photo links. We can no longer save attached photos to the W drive. Our suggestion would be to link photos to a personal site such as google photos. Thank you.

Fiscal year end information

Messiah University’s fiscal year ends on Monday, June 30. Transactions made in the final months of the fiscal year typically require extra attention to ensure that expenses are recorded in the appropriate fiscal year. Please review the timeline for purchasing, purchasing cards (P-card and DB-card), and accounts payable below and call 717-691-6010 with questions or concerns. We sincerely thank you for your cooperation.

PURCHASING – Now through June 13

Orders:

Purchase as needed. Stockpiling supplies (including office supplies, T-shirts, chairs, standing desks, etc.) to spend your entire budget is prohibited.

Deliveries:

Communicate definitive delivery dates with suppliers. Purchases must be received on campus by Monday, June 30 to be expensed in the FY25 budget. Please complete the receiving process in One$ource as soon as items arrive on campus. Be sure to update the receiving note stating the date you received the item. Purchases received on campus July 1 or later will be expensed in the FY26 budget. This is required by accounting principles, and we cannot make exceptions to this policy.

Open purchase orders:

Budget managers should check the status of open purchase orders. Select the “encumbrance” column on the Self-Service Budget Query.

Contact Purchasing to close any open POs that should not be rolled to FY26.

Examples of POs that should be closed:

Blanket PO where the final delivery for the year has been made
PO where goods have not and will never be delivered
PO where the invoice price was lower than the amount entered on the PO

Thursday, June 12

Last day that requisitions for items to be expensed to the FY25 budget are entered – see delivery information above.

Friday, June 13

Budget managers should approve or deny all requisitions in their queue by 5 p.m.

Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20

Please contact Purchasing for assistance with urgent requisitions for items that will positively be received by Monday, June 30, and are to be expensed to the FY25 budget.

Requisitions for items to be expensed to the FY26 budget and FY26 blanket orders can be entered at this time, however, items must not be delivered to campus prior to July 1. This must be communicated to suppliers in the delivery notes section of the requisition. Also, please note in the justification section that the requisition is for FY26. The effective date for FY26 blanket orders must be 7/1/25 or later.

Tuesday, July 1

Requisitions for FY25 goods and services cannot be entered during FY26. Please contact Purchasing for assistance.

Continue to enter FY26 requisitions and blanket orders.

PURCHASING CARD (P-CARD AND DB-CARD)

Cardholders

Allocate all June purchasing card transactions by end-of-day Thursday, July 3. Please allocate posted July transactions at this time as well.

If June purchases are for FY26 (example: conference registration for a conference that takes place between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026), please begin the description with “FY26” and email accounting@messiah.edu with the date, amount, and coding for the transaction. Accounting will make an entry so FY26 funds are used.
If July purchases are for items received before Monday, June 30, please begin the description with “FY25.”

Approvers

Approve all purchasing card transactions by end-of-day Wednesday, July 9. Please approve allocated July transactions at this time as well.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Now through Friday, July 13

Invoice Processing

If you receive an invoice, please email it to accountspayable@messiah.edu.

Submit all employee and student reimbursements, and expense reimbursements for speakers or contracted services from FY25.

Accounting principles require that all goods and services must be expensed in the year that they are delivered or performed, NOT when the invoice is received. If you have purchased goods or services that were delivered or performed by Monday, June 30, but do not have an invoice, please contact Accounts Payable for guidance.

Friday, July 11

Final day to submit FY25 invoices to Accounts Payable for processing and payment.

Final day to submit employee and student reimbursements, and expense reimbursements for speakers or contracted services from FY25.

If you receive an invoice for FY25 goods or services after this date, please email it to accountspayable@messiah.edu immediately, noting that it is for FY25.

High volume days in Lottie Nelson Dining Hall

We are expecting another very busy summer in Lottie due to the high volume of internal and external camps and conferences expected. Conference Service is asking for your help. Please plan to push your lunch time back a bit in Lottie entering between 1-1:30 p.m. on the following dates:

Thursday, June 26
Monday, July 7
Tuesday, July 8
Wednesday, July 9
Thursday, July 10
Tuesday, July 15
Wednesday, July 16
Tuesday, July 22
Wednesday, July 23
Tuesday, July 29
Once again, this summer conference services will label each table for a specific camp or conference group to use when they are eating in Lottie. We are asking employees to find tables that are not marked for one of these groups.
Thanks in advance for helping us provide a welcoming environment for our summer guests. It is very much appreciated!

Technology Support

Please see below for helpful tips and updates! Contact us by emailing techsupport@messiah.edu regarding any of this information or if you have any questions in general.

Forms – If assistance is required for converting your current xForms to another platform, please contact us for assistance or schedule time directly using our Bookings Page.
Phone tip: While you can dial 0 from a Polycom to get to the operator, you cannot transfer a call back to the operator this way. To transfer a call to the operator, transfer them to either 1000 or 2511 (last 4 of our main number). This applies to the Zoom app as well.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Development has an opening for a full-time Senior Regional Advancement Representative. Job related questions may be directed John Zeigler at jzeigler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29719.

Men’s Lacrosse has an opening for a full-time Head Coach (75%)/Camps and Clinics Assistant Coordinator/Game Day Management (25%). Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Gustin Hamrock at sgustinhamrock@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29760.

Campus and building services has an opening for a part-time Campus and Building Services Worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29764.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time Campus and Building Services Worker, Residence Hall. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29745.

The Vice Provost Student Success & Engagement has an opening for a full-time Administrative Assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Doug Wood at dwood@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29694.

The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kathee Clark at kclark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29633.

Athletics has an opening for a part-time Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach; Administrative Coordinator & Recruiter; Game Day Manager. Job related questions may be directed to Heather McKay at hmckay@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29656.

Graduate Studies: Occupational Therapy has an opening for a Temporary – Mid-Summer – Early Fall 2025 – Administrative Assistant, Master of Occupational Therapy Program. Job related questions may be directed to Leanne Rutt at lrutt@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29590.

Financial Aid Office has an opening for a full-time Financial Aid Counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Mike Strite at mstrite@messiah.edu. For more info and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29606.

Facility Maintenance has an opening for a full-time General Maintenance HVAC Technician. Job related questions may be directed to Amy Stephan at astephan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29554.

The department of General Education is now hiring a full-time Administrative Assistant to the Dean of General Education, Common Learning & Academic Support and Director of Assessment. Job related questions may be directed to Kate Oswald Wilkins at koswaldwilkins@messiah.edu.

Admissions has an opening for a part-time Admissions Hospitality Assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kristin Thomas at kthomas@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29297.

Admissions has an opening for a temporary Admissions Traveling Recruiter. Job related questions may be directed to Shayna Mark at smark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29304.

The Department of Intellectual Disabilities Certificate has an opening for a full-time NEXT Steps Resident Life Educator. Job related questions may be directed to Amber Brisbane at abrisbane@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29081.

Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit :https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29118.

Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time seasonal groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29281.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time Athletic Field Spray Applicator/ Aeration Coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

The Department of Safety has an opening for a 1st Shift Safety Officer. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28975.

The Department of Safety has an opening for 2nd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28594.

For Sale

Nintendo Switch for sale. Its a few years old. The controller will “ghost”. Unit is in good working order. Comes with 6 games. Asking $80. Contact tgingrich@messiah.edu.

2007 Toyota Prius with 185k miles. Brand new hybrid battery as of May 2024. See pictures on the facebook marketplace posting here: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/744863437865590/. Email Preston or facebook message on the posting. Asking for $5,250.

Free

Free Brother Ink Jet Cartridges: Giving away several new/unused Brother inkjet printer cartridges (switched printers and can no longer use). Compatible with printer models: LC20E; MFC J775DW; MFC J985DW; MFC J5920DW. 3 black cartridges, one magenta and one blue. Contact cgross@messiah.edu if interested.

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June 5

June 5th, 2025 by INTERCOM

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it

Proverbs 22:6

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

A review of Howard Markel, The Trials of Charles Darwin (2024), written by Ted Davis, professor emeritus of the history of science, has just been published in Perspectives on Science and Christian Faith (June 2025).

_____

The Registrar’s Office is pleased to announce the following staffing transitions.
It is with sadness (for us) and excitement (for her) that we announce Jill Poole is retiring on June 30. Jill first came to Messiah as a behavioral science major. After graduation, she returned to Messiah and served in a variety of roles: resident director, gifts processor, Student Life office assistant, Service Learning and College Ministries before landing in the Registrar’s Office as the transfer records specialist twenty years ago. Jill has touched literally thousands of lives during her tenure at Messiah. Throughout her career at Messiah, Jill has served others generously and with a prayerful and caring approach. We wish her joy and blessings as she steps into God’s next adventure!

Michelle Glenny has been promoted to transfer records specialist. Michelle joined the Registrar’s Office as the administrative assistant to the registrar in March 2023. Since that time, she has developed into an effective member of our team by asking insightful questions and seeking to improve processes and procedures. In her new role, Michelle will support new, transfer and current students with transfer credit evaluations/processing, evaluate and process off-campus program approvals and transcripts. She will work closely with subject matter experts to determine Messiah course equivalencies.
Please join us in congratulating Michelle on her promotion and wish Jill the best in her retirement.

______

John Yeatts, professor emeritus of the psychology of religion and senior pastor emeritus at Grantham Church, presented his paper, “It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over and Other Theological Teachings of Baseball” to the Baseball and American Culture Symposium at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York.

AROUND CAMPUS

Badge credentials needed

Conference Services wants to thank all employees who assisted with the undergraduate commencement ceremony. If you volunteered and still have the blue and white credential badge given to you to wear that morning, please return the badge to Jody Brandt in Conference Services at your earliest convenience. Thank you in advance.

Exploring AI in the Workplace: Effectively Using AI Ethically, Legally and Securely

Curious about using AI at work? This workshop introduces generative AI tools like ChatGPT, explains how they work and how to use them ethically, legally and securely. Learn how to generate more effective AI prompts while understanding key risks and best practices for privacy and responsible use. No technical experience is needed. Led by librarians Janet Vogel and Beth Transue, and director of Information Security, Allen Snook.

Date: Monday, June 16
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Kline 235

Please register in advance. If you plan to use work time, you must obtain supervisor approval.

Change to campus notary services

Notary services through the operations office are temporarily unavailable due to staffing changes. Should you require notary services, please contact Dan Campbell at dcampbell@messiah.edu or Staci Davis at sdavis@messiah.edu. Appointments are required

SSEH Farewells

The following School of Science, Engineering and Health colleagues will be leaving Messiah this summer. These are in addition to the faculty retirements we celebrated together with the COE (Randy Fish, Wanda Thuma-McDermond, Harold Underwood). We in SSEH wish all the best to each of these individuals and thank them for their work. We look forward to welcoming new faculty and staff in the fall.

Nancy Frank, associate professor of nursing, has accepted a position as deputy director of the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).

Niklas Hellgren, professor of physics and chair of the Department of Computing, Mathematics and Physics has accepted a faculty position at Fresno State University. (Angela Hare will assume the role of interim CMP department chair for 2025-26).

Ben Huang, assistant professor of mathematics, will be joining his wife and newborn daughter in New York and has accepted a position teaching high school mathematics.

Jean McCauslin, administrative assistant to the Department of Engineering, will be retiring June 30.

Jessica Merkert, assistant professor of nursing, will return to part-time clinical practice in her field of pediatric nursing and will enjoy her full-time role as a mother of her two young children.

Martha Stigelman, coordinator of PreHealth Professions Advising, is retiring July 31.

Jeff Stroup, associate professor of nursing, will begin a full-time career as a certified nurse practitioner.

Crowded Lottie Dining Hall dates

Dear Messiah employees,

Thursday, June 26
Monday, July 7
Tuesday, July 8
Wednesday, July 9
Thursday, July 10
Tuesday, July 15
Wednesday, July 16
Tuesday, July 22
Wednesday, July 23
Tuesday, July 29
Once again, this summer conference services will label each table for a specific camp or conference group to use when they are eating in Lottie. We are asking employees to find tables that are not marked for one of these groups.
Thanks in advance for helping us provide a welcoming environment for our summer guests. It is very much appreciated!

Medicare Education Webinar

Thursday, June 26, 3 p.m.
Webinar via Zoom
Presenter: Kyle Sadorf of Everence®

Topics to be covered include:
• The different parts of Medicare
• Understanding your coverage options
• Deciding when to enroll
• How to enroll

To register, visit www.everence.com/messiah or contact
Kyle Sadorf with Everence at 717-394-0769.

Technology Support

Please see below for helpful tips and updates! Contact us by emailing techsupport@messiah.edu regarding any of this information or if you have any questions in general.

Forms – If assistance is required for converting your current xForms to another platform, please contact us for assistance or schedule time directly using our Bookings Page.

Phone tip: While you can dial 0 from a Polycom to get to the operator, you cannot transfer a call back to the operator this way. To transfer a call to the operator, transfer them to either 1000 or 2511 (last 4 of our main number). This applies to the Zoom app as well.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Operations has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant to the vice president for operations. Job related questions may be directed to Kathie Shafer at KShafer@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29642.

Graduate Studies: Occupational Therapy has an opening for a temporary – mid-summer – early fall 2025 – administrative assistant, Master of Occupational Therapy Program. Job related questions may be directed to Leanne Rutt at lrutt@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29590.

Department of Nursing has an opening for a part-time patient simulation laboratory (PSL) coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Lebo at llebo@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29564.

The department of General Education is now hiring a full-time administrative assistant to the dean of general education, common learning and academic support and director of assessment. Job related questions may be directed to Kate Oswald Wilkins at koswaldwilkins@messiah.edu.

The Department of Intellectual Disabilities Certificate has an opening for a full-time NEXT Steps resident life educator. Job related questions may be directed to Amber Brisbane at abrisbane@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29081.

Residence Life has an opening for a full-time residence life educator. Job related questions may be directed to Annastasia Bonczyk at abonczyk@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28943.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time culinary assistant. Job related questions may be related to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29548.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

For sale

Havaianas flip-flops for sale. US size 6.5-7
“Havaianas are renowned for their durability, comfort, and versatility, earning them a global following. They are also known for their iconic designs, including the signature Greek pattern on the straps and the rice grain pattern on the sole. The brand has evolved from a simple, utilitarian footwear to a fashion statement, with various designs and colorways available.”
asking $25. contact apatton@messiah.edu Thank you.

Haier mini-fridge with separate freezer compartment for $35. 7 years old and has some scratches; works very well. See photos at https://livemessiah-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/njfrank_messiah_edu/EpQ4om2Re49Cq9rAcJo9dW4BlHXAvA49s-Gj7uqSzZuHww?e=CZDhgR. Pick up at Messiah. Contact Nancy: njfrank@messiah.edu

FREE

Free bed frame. Adjustable (F/Q) metal bed frame free to good home. Contact: Cynthia: ckearns@messiah.edu

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May 29

May 29th, 2025 by INTERCOM

“As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease.”

Genisis 8:22

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Oksana Moroz, assistant professor of English and director of writing, was invited to participate in an expert panel for the Muskie (https://culturalvistas.org/our-programs/internships-fellowships/edmund-s-muskie-professional-fellowship) Alumni Council on the topic of “Teaching Tomorrow: AI’s Role in Reimagining Education” on Wednesday, May 28.

In this panel, Oksana discussed the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on the educational field and shared insights on how AI is shaping educational practices, improving accessibility and impacting institutional policies.

AROUND CAMPUS

Intercom submissions with photos

2025 Memory Book

This year’s memory book is now available here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/3d1f9339-bf60-4dd1-b3f3-87f2c2732f16. We are grateful for the contributions of every Messiah University community member and are pleased to recognize those employees reaching important milestones and our performance award recipients. There are a very limited number of hard copies available to retirees and performance award recipients. Please email Staci Davis (sdavis@messiah.edu) if you would like to receive one.

Badge credentials needed

Exploring AI in the Workplace: Effectively Using AI Ethically, Legally and Securely

Curious about using AI at work? This workshop introduces generative AI tools like ChatGPT, explains how they work and how to use them ethically, legally and securely. Learn how to generate more effective AI prompts while understanding key risks and best practices for privacy and responsible use. No technical experience needed. Led by librarians, Janet Vogel and Beth Transue, and director of Information Security, Allen Snook.

Date: Monday, June 16
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Kline 235

Please register in advance. If you plan to use work time, you must obtain supervisor approval.

Change to campus notary services

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Operations has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant to the vice president for Operations. Job related questions may be directed to Kathie Shafer at KShafer@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29642.

Campus and Building Services has an opening for a full-time 3rd shift worker. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29531.

Office of the Provost has an opening for a full-time executive assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Christine Gardner at cgardner@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29315.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

For sale

Apartment furniture and appliance sale. I am planning to move in the next couple of weeks and need to get rid of some furniture and appliances.

At this time, I am selling a white two drawer nightstand with two USB ports ($25), a white chest of drawers with a built-in mirror at the top that opens/closes ($40), and a gently used Keurig K Duo that has the coffee pot and K cup features ($50). I can send photos of each item to those that are interested. Contact: jchavous@messiah.edu

Household items for sale.

Questions? Please contact Deana at dbaddorf@messiah.edu

Insignia Countertop Microwave

New and in box (box has slight damage on the top)
1 cu. ft., 1,000 watts
Asking $50
Photo link

Whirlpool Electric Range

White; older model in good working condition
220/240v direct connect required
Four coil burners, two large and two small
Asking $50
Photo link

GE Spacemaker XL Over-the-range Microwave

White; 1.4 cu. Ft., 900 watts
Works well
Mounting bracket included
Asking $50
Photo link

Pro-Form Elliptical

In good condition
Asking $50
Photo link

Antique Vanity

Brass and glass vanity with mirror
Asking $200
Photo link

Dream On Me Portable Crib Mattress

New and in box
3” thickness with waterproof hypoallergenic cover
24”x38”
Asking $15
Photo link

Vehicles for sale.

Our family is parting with several vehicles that have been lovingly owned and well-maintained through the years. If you have questions or would like to schedule a time to see one of them, please contact Deana at dbaddorf@messiah.edu

2000 Toyota Sienna XLE Minivan

One owner; 161,000 miles
Accident-free
PA safety and emissions inspection until Feb. 2026
Brand new 50,000-mile all-season tires
New battery in 2025
Automatic transmission, cruise control, anti-lock brakes, airbags, rear temperature control, air conditioning, and 120V inverter
Runs well; good condition
Regular, thorough, documented maintenance
7 passenger: 4 separate captain’s chairs, plus rear seat; middle and rear seats are removable
Exterior color: sailfin blue; interior color: gray
2” hitch receiver
Asking $4,400
Photo link

2009 Toyota Yaris Sedan

One owner; 150,300 miles
Accident-free
PA safety and emissions inspection through Sept. 2025
Battery less than a year old
Good tread on tires
Clutch replaced about 5,000 miles ago
5-speed manual transmission, cruise control, anti-lock brakes, airbags, air conditioning, AUX input for smartphone use
Runs well; good condition
Regular, thorough, documented maintenance
Exterior color: silver; interior color: black
Asking $5,100
Photo link

2007 Toyota Camry Sedan

Two owners; 200,200 miles
Accident-free
PA safety and emissions inspection through March 2026
Automatic transmission, cruise control, airbags, air conditioning, CD player and AUX input for smartphone use
Runs well; good condition; does use oil a bit faster than average – recommend regular oil checks
Regular, thorough, documented maintenance
Exterior color: red; interior color: tan
Asking $3,500
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FREE

Free bed frame. Adjustable (F/Q) metal bed frame free to good home. Contact: Cynthia: ckearns@messiah.edu

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May 22

May 22nd, 2025 by INTERCOM

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone.”

Matthew 18: 15-17

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

To help address the global water crisis, Professor of Engineering Dr. Thomas Soerens recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to represent the Accord Network at the National Cathedral where he participated in a workshop entitled TAKING THE LONG VIEW: Sustainable WASH in Faith-Based Healthcare Facilities.

The Accord Network is a community of 150 Christian relief and development organizations – Dr. Soerens currently serves as the chair for the network’s WASH (Water Sanitation and Hygiene) division. While in DC, Dr. Soerens also met with members of congress to advocate for the work of WASH issues and offer Accord as a resource in hopes of creating awareness and help for those in need around the world.

Dr. Soerens is seeking to connect with others on campus who may be interested in learning more about WASH. Please reach out to him at tsoerens@messiah.edu if you would like to know more about how you and/or your students can get involved.

BID FAREWELL

We invite you all to join us on Tuesday, June 24 from 1-3 p.m. in the Howe Atrium of the Boyer Building to celebrate Art and his many years of dedicated service.

AROUND CAMPUS

Harrisburg day trip

Friends of Murray Library is sponsoring a day trip to Harrisburg on June 18, with behind-the-scenes tours of recently renovated sites, including the PA State Library, Archives, and McCormick Riverfront Library. The trip will conclude with a visit to Midtown Scholar bookstore and café. Registration cost is $30, which includes transportation and catered lunch by Messiah’s Two Bridges Catering. Deadline to register is June 2. Contact Tracy at tsheaffer@messiah.edu with any questions.

Healthy Rewards program – Highmark plan participants

Get rewarded for completing healthy activities!

Take steps towards better health and earn incentives along the way! As a Highmark plan participant, you can earn a $200 digital Amazon gift card by completing 4 healthy activities now through Oct. 31.

To get started, log in to the Highmark member portal either through the app or at MyHighmark.com. Please be advised that in order to gain access to the wellness reward program, you must acknowledge the annual authorization agreement at the bottom of the home screen on your member portal.

Click here to view a flyer on the Be Well $200 rewards program.

2025 Memory Book

Technology Support – Please see below for helpful tips and updates!

Forms – We will be offering several training sessions over the next two weeks for converting xForms to a new platform. To sign up a session, please click here. If these dates and times do not work for you, please schedule using our Bookings Page.

Wednesday, May 21, 9-11 Boyer 135

Thursday, May 22, 2-4 Boyer 135

Friday, May 23, 9-11 Boyer 135

Tuesday, May 27, 2-4 Library Athenaeum

Wednesday, May 28, 9-11 Winding Hill Café

Thursday, May 29, 10-noon 2-4 Library Athenaeum

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Campus and Building Services has an opening for a full-time 3rd shift worker. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29531.

Department of Nursing has an opening for a part-time patient simulation laboratory (PSL) coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Lebo at llebo@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29564.

The Financial Aid Office has an opening for a part-time financial aid office assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Mike Strite at mstrite@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29291.

The Office of Development has an opening for a full-time regional advancement representative. Job related questions may be directed to John Zeigler at jzeigler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28806.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time cook II PM. Job related questions may be related to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28988.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time groundskeeper/crew leader. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29534.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

For sale

Wall décor. Click here to view. Contact Karen: kgarlinger@messiah.edu

Household items for sale.

Questions? Please contact Deana at dbaddorf@messiah.edu

Insignia Countertop Microwave

New and in box (box has slight damage on the top)
1 cu. ft., 1,000 watts
Asking $50
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Whirlpool Electric Range

White; older model in good working condition
220/240v direct connect required
Four coil burners, two large and two small
Asking $50
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GE Spacemaker XL Over-the-range Microwave

White; 1.4 cu. Ft., 900 watts
Works well
Mounting bracket included
Asking $50
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Pro-Form Elliptical

In good condition
Asking $50
Photo link

Antique Vanity

Brass and glass vanity with mirror
Asking $200
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Dream On Me Portable Crib Mattress

New and in box
3” thickness with waterproof hypoallergenic cover
24”x38”
Asking $15
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Vehicles for sale.

2000 Toyota Sienna XLE Minivan

One owner; 161,000 miles
Accident-free
PA safety and emissions inspection until Feb. 2026
Brand new 50,000-mile all-season tires
New battery in 2025
Automatic transmission, cruise control, anti-lock brakes, airbags, rear temperature control, air conditioning, and 120V inverter
Runs well; good condition
Regular, thorough, documented maintenance
7 passenger: 4 separate captains chairs, plus rear seat; middle and rear seats are removable
Exterior color: sailfin blue; interior color: gray
2” hitch receiver
Asking $4,400
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2009 Toyota Yaris Sedan

One owner; 150,300 miles
Accident-free
PA safety and emissions inspection through Sept. 2025
Battery less than a year old
Good tread on tires
Clutch replaced about 5,000 miles ago
5-speed manual transmission, cruise control, anti-lock brakes, airbags, air conditioning, AUX input for smartphone use
Runs well; good condition
Regular, thorough, documented maintenance
Exterior color: silver; interior color: black
Asking $5,100
Photo link

2007 Toyota Camry Sedan

Two owners; 200,200 miles
Accident-free
PA safety and emissions inspection through March 2026
Automatic transmission, cruise control, airbags, air conditioning, CD player and AUX input for smartphone use
Runs well; good condition; does use oil a bit faster than average – recommend regular oil checks
Regular, thorough, documented maintenance
Exterior color: red; interior color: tan
Asking $3,500
Photo link

For rent

Oakwood Hills apartments. Oakwood Hills wants to help you enjoy your summer in style. Dive into our saltwater pool, perfect for hot summer days. Relax on the covered porch off the clubhouse, a great spot to unwind and watch your favorite team on the TV. Savor delicious meals from frequent food trucks and mingle with friendly neighbors.
Sound appealing? Call our office at 717-590-8883 or email oakwoodhills@rentpmi.com to schedule a tour for your next home. You’re also welcome to stop by our May 31 Open House between 10 a.m. and noon.

Wanted

Air-conditioner units needed. My church is assisting a refugee family that could use some window air-conditioner units for various-sized rooms. If you have one, you’d like to give away or donate, let me know at dzercher@messiah.edu. I’d be glad to pick it up. -David Weaver-Zercher

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May 15

May 15th, 2025 by INTERCOM

The Lord will guide you always;
    he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land
    and will strengthen your frame.
You will be like a well-watered garden,
    like a spring whose waters never fail.

Isaiah 58:11

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The article Unlocking Potential: Embracing NeuroDiversity in the Print Industry By Dwayne Magee, director of Messiah Press, was recently published for IPMA blog.

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Dr. H. Scott Kieffer accompanied seven undergraduate students: Liliana Greer, Owen Walker, Chase Wilson, Ben Van Deusen, Grace Sagna, Sophia Gray-Baublitz and Bella Tozeau to the American Physiological Society conference on April 25 and 26. The students presented their ongoing research among hundreds of posters from other universities and were able to engage in productive professional development. This research was overseen by Scott Kieffer, Jennifer Thomson and Michael Shin.

Another thank you to Dr. Angela Hare for supporting these students by attending the conference.

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I am pleased to share that Melinda Barnes is now the project coordinator for Alumni/Parent Relations and Affinity Programs. She had been serving as coordinator for Giving Programs as part of our Annual Giving team. Melinda is an exceptional colleague who has worked within the Advancement Division for the past 8 years. Melinda is kind, competent and an ideal representative of Messiah to welcome alumni and parents to campus, particularly during Homecoming (a significant aspect of her new duties). Her new office is in the Alumni/Parent Relations suite on the second floor of the Phipps Admissions and Welcome Center. We are currently working to hire her replacement in Annual Giving.

I am also pleased to share that Emily Lint is now the executive assistant to the vice president for advancement. Emily has been a valued team member within the Advancement Division for the past 13 years, most recently as the project coordinator for Alumni/Parent Relations and Affinity Programs. We welcomed her back to Old Main in Room 221. In her role in support of the vice president for advancement, Emily will also provide administrative support to the Messiah Business Institute. Emily’s organizational skills, kind heart and humor will serve her well in this new role.

Finally, I am sad to announce that Day Fogarty, senior regional advancement representative, is leaving Messiah as of next week. For the past two years, Day has helped to forge donor relationships both locally and in the greater Philadelphia region. She has been a wonderful asset to our frontline fundraising team, and we wish her all the best in her new ventures. We are grateful that part of her vocational journey included time at Messiah. We will be working to hire her replacement in the coming weeks as well.

Jon C. Stuckey
Vice President for Advancement

AROUND CAMPUS

School of Graduate and Professional Studies Commencement

Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m.
Brubaker Auditorium, Eisenhower Campus Center

Schedule and details

The full schedule for the 2025 Commencement Ceremony for the School of Graduate & Professional Studies is posted online at messiah.edu/gradcommencement. This website will also provide a live video stream of the Commencement ceremony.

Members of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies faculty should have already received information from the Office of the Provost regarding their participation in Commencement. Faculty, staff and administrators who are participating in the Commencement ceremony should also have received a memo regarding their role in the ceremony from the Commencement Committee.

Parking

Parking lots YY (beside the Welcome Center) VV (the visitor’s lot) and TT (along the railroad tracks) and Sollenberger Sports Center will be the primary guest parking lot for this event.

COE and employees may park in the ZZ lot (between the High Center and Old Main and surrounding Old Main). There will be no reserved parking passes issued for this event.

If you have any questions regarding the School of Graduate and Professional Studies Commencement, please contact Jody Brandt, co-chair of the Commencement Committee, at ext. 6890 or jbrandt@messiah.edu.

Cybersecurity student presents at Cybersecurity Conference

Messiah senior cybersecurity student Carolina Hatch presented her honors research project at the recent Harrisburg BSides conference, held on April 25 at the PA Farm Show Complex. Her session was titled “Synthetic vs. Real-World Data: A Study in Data Poisoning and its Effects,” and focused on how the AI models can be susceptible to false information. Dr. Bibighaus (her research advisor) and a group of Messiah students attended the event to support Carolina and experience the regional conference for cybersecurity professionals, hackers and enthusiasts.

Congratulations to Carolina on an outstanding presentation!

Fiscal year end information

PURCHASING
Now through June 13

Orders:

Purchase as needed. Stockpiling supplies (including office supplies, T-shirts, chairs, standing desks, etc.) to spend your entire budget is prohibited.

Deliveries:

Open purchase orders:

Budget managers should check the status of open purchase orders. Select the “encumbrance” column on the Self-Service Budget Query.

Contact Purchasing to close any open POs that should not be rolled to FY26.

Examples of POs that should be closed:

Blanket PO where the final delivery for the year has been made
PO where goods have not and will never be delivered
PO where the invoice price was lower than the amount entered on the PO

Thursday, June 12

Last day that requisitions for items to be expensed to the FY25 budget are entered – see delivery information above.

Friday, June 13

Budget managers should approve or deny all requisitions in their queue by 5 p.m.

Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20

Please contact Purchasing for assistance with urgent requisitions for items that will positively be received by Monday, June 30, and are to be expensed to the FY25 budget.

Tuesday, July 1

Requisitions for FY25 goods and services cannot be entered during FY26. Please contact Purchasing for assistance.

Continue to enter FY26 requisitions and blanket orders.

PURCHASING CARD (P-CARD AND DB-CARD)

Cardholders

Allocate all June purchasing card transactions by end-of-day Thursday, July 3. Please allocate posted July transactions at this time as well.

If June purchases are for FY26 (example: conference registration for a conference that takes place between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026), please begin the description with “FY26” and email accounting@messiah.edu with the date, amount, and coding for the transaction. Accounting will make an entry so FY26 funds are used.
If July purchases are for items received before Monday, June 30, please begin the description with “FY25.”

Approvers

Approve all purchasing card transactions by end-of-day Wednesday, July 9. Please approve allocated July transactions at this time as well.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Now through Friday, July 13

Invoice Processing

If you receive an invoice, please email it to accountspayable@messiah.edu.

Submit all employee and student reimbursements, and expense reimbursements for speakers or contracted services from FY25.

Friday, July 11

Final day to submit FY25 invoices to Accounts Payable for processing and payment.

Final day to submit employee and student reimbursements, and expense reimbursements for speakers or contracted services from FY25.

If you receive an invoice for FY25 goods or services after this date, please email it to accountspayable@messiah.edu immediately, noting that it is for FY25.

Healthy Rewards program – Highmark plan participants

Get rewarded for completing healthy activities!

Click here to view a flyer on the Be Well $200 rewards program.

Exciting news from the Cyber Center!

We are pleased to announce that three of our talented students have been awarded the prestigious DoD CSA Scholarship for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year! Our students’ dedication to cybersecurity and commitment to excellence have truly set them apart.

The scholarship award includes a full scholarship, stipend for living expenses, summer internships and employment after graduation.

Join us in celebrating this significant achievement for our students. Their hard work and passion for advancing cybersecurity are inspiring to all of us. Here’s to the bright futures awaiting them in the field of cybersecurity! Congratulations!

Fiscal year end deadlines

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Department of Nursing has an opening for a part-time patient simulation laboratory (PSL) coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Lebo at llebo@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29564.

The department of General Education is now hiring a full-time administrative assistant to the dean of general education, Common Learning and Academic Support and director of assessment. Job related questions may be directed to Kate Oswald Wilkins at koswaldwilkins@messiah.edu.

Development – Annual Giving has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant for Giving Programs. Job related questions may be directed to Tovah Wilson at twilson@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29311.

Grounds Services has an opening for a part-time groundskeeper. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit :https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29118

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

For rent

Wanted

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May 8

May 8th, 2025 by INTERCOM

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

Deuteronomy 31: 6

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Initially established as the Barnabas Award, the S.R. Smith Servant-Leader Award is given annually by the Agapé Center to those who enrich our educational community, promoting the ideals of service that substantially benefit others.

This year’s employee recipient is Tina Keller, associate professor of TESOL and chair of the education department. Tina has exhibited a heart of Servant Leadership through her active participation and support of the refugee community in the Harrisburg area. Congratulations, Tina!

BID FAREWELL

Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Linda Gemberling after 16 years of dedicated service to the graduate program of counseling. Linda faithfully served as an adjunct faculty member and practicum supervisor for 13 years, and for the past three years, she brought her deep expertise in school counseling to her role as field placement assistant coordinator, where she skillfully supported and placed graduate students in distant internship sites. In 2022, Linda was honored with the Adjunct Teaching Award, a testament to her exceptional commitment to student learning and mentorship. A small gathering will be held within the department to recognize Linda’s many contributions and to wish her well in this next chapter—she will be deeply missed!

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Wanda Thuma-McDermond, PhD, RN, professor of nursing, is retiring after 23 years of service at Messiah. Wanda taught the community health and global health courses and initiated the senior clinical experience option at Macha Mission Hospital in Macha, Zambia, in 2007. Over the last 18 years, Wanda has taken hundreds of Messiah nursing students to Zambia for their senior clinical experience which has been life changing for many students. Wanda was passionate about the community-based Wellness Centers. She launched two community-based Wellness Centers, one in Mechanicsburg in 2007 and another Wellness Center in Dillsburg in 2009. Wanda’s sense of humor and creative pedagogy will be missed! Other faculty departing in May include Jeff Stroup, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC, CEN, associate professor of nursing and Jessica Merkert, MSN, RN, CPN, assistant professor of Nnursing, clinical track. Dr. Stroup started as an adjunct in 2010 and joined full-time in 2014 to teach critical care and med-surg nursing. He will be starting as a nurse practitioner at UPMC Pinnacle Health FamilyCare Lower Paxton. Jessica started as an adjunct in 2021 and joined full-time in 2023. She plans to spend more time with her husband and growing family. We will miss them dearly and will always treasure their contributions to the Department of Nursing. We wish them all the best in the next phases of their lives!

Kristen Slabaugh, DNP, CRNP, FNP-BC, CNE
Assistant Dean of Nursing

AROUND CAMPUS

Employee recognition picnic – Monday, May 12

All employees are invited to come to Larsen Student Union anytime between 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. to enjoy lunch (food trucks), fellowship and games. This picnic is a time to recognize our celebrated colleagues and provide an opportunity for our employee community to say farewell to Kim Phipps!

Important undergraduate commencement information for employees

Schedule and details

Messiah University will be hosting Commencement weekend for the undergraduate Class of 2025 on May 9-10.

To view schedule/details for the Candlelight Service of Worship and Celebration (formerly Baccalaureate) on Friday, May 9, visit https://www.messiah.edu/info/20302/events/384/baccalaureate.
To view schedule/details for the Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10, visit https://www.messiah.edu/info/20302/events/401/commencement_ceremony.

Members of the Community of Educators should have already received information from the Provost’s Office regarding their participation in Commencement weekend. Faculty, staff and administrators who are participating in the Commencement ceremony itself have received, or will soon receive, an email memo regarding their role in the ceremony from the Commencement Committee. If you have any questions regarding Commencement, please contact Carla Gross, co-chair of the Undergraduate Commencement Committee, at ext. 6940 or cgross@messiah.edu.

Important employee parking information for Baccalaureate (Friday, May 9)

From 6 a.m. until 10 p.m., the VV (Visitor’s lot) will be closed to employees so families of our graduates have access to parking for Commencement-related activities.

For the Candlelight Service, Department of Safety personnel will direct guests to designated parking areas on campus. Guests will walk to Eisenhower Campus Center. There is no shuttle service provided that evening. Note: Messiah employees do not receive reserved parking for Baccalaureate. It is also important to note that Baccalaureate is a ticketed event; see the Commencement web site for details.

If you have questions regarding parking for guests with a disability, visit https://www.messiah.edu/info/20305/visitor_resources/407/parking.

Important employee parking information for Commencement day (Saturday, May 10).

Members of the Community of Educators and other employees who are marching in the processional or participating in the Commencement ceremony will receive a reserved parking pass via campus mail from the Provost’s Office (educators) or directly from their supervisor (staff/administrators). Drivers MUST show their parking pass to traffic control personnel upon entering campus to be directed to their designated reserved parking areas.
All other employees who will be working the Commencement ceremony will receive parking instructions with their assignment.

Due to the significantly increased volume of traffic on campus for Commencement, the Department of Safety strongly encourages all employees to arrive on campus no later than 8:15 a.m. in order to alleviate being delayed in traffic, and to assist in being directed to their reserved parking areas on campus.
It is also extremely important to follow all parking directions and instructions from safety personnel while entering and leaving campus, as traffic conditions can change quickly and officers are not able to stop traffic flow to have conversation with individual drivers.
An important reminder—employees are not permitted to schedule vendor visits, pick-ups or deliveries on the day of Commencement as it interferes with the increased and altered traffic flow on campus that day.

Retirement plan

Messiah University offers any employee regularly scheduled to work at least 1,000 hours each year the opportunity to participate in the University’s 403(b) retirement plan and receive a matching contribution from the University. Specifically, employees contributing at least 2.5% of their base pay receive matching contributions of at least 3.0% from the University and those matching contributions become fully vested after two years of employment. Our retirement plan’s financial education partners (Denny Browne and Andy Grace of Capital View Wealth Management) will be sending out an email next week inviting employees to learn more about participating in the University’s retirement plan. There is no charge for employees to meet individually with Denny and/or Andy. Their contact information is:
Capital View Wealth Management
650 North 12th Street, Suite 100
Lemoyne, PA 17043
Phone: 717-516-8334
Email: denny.browne@capitalviewwealth.com

Cybersecurity student presents at Cybersecurity Conference

Congratulations to Carolina on an outstanding presentation!

Technology Support: Did you know?

May Development Week and throughout the summer is a great time for a laptop tune-up! Please contact us at techsupport@messiah.edu, or call 717-796-4444 to make an appointment. On campus but no appointment? No problem! Unscheduled drop-offs are also an option and are completed on a first-come, first-served basis. We will run updates on your laptop and can address any issues that you have found yourself ‘living with’ all year. Tune-ups may take two or more hours to complete, and laptops can be dropped off and picked up at the Tech Support office in Old Main.
As the end of the semester is approaching and we’re cleaning out, please remember the Office of Information Security provides shredding.  Please bring all paper for shredding directly to our location in the basement of Old Main (High Center side) OM009 to be shredded. Someone will be available for drop-off from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. during the week. Special arrangements (e.g., shredding pick-up) can be made by calling Allen Snook, director of Information Security, at ext. 6790.

Harrisburg day trip

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The department of General Education is now hiring a full-time administrative assistant to the dean of General Education, Common Learning and Academic Support and director of Assessment. Job related questions may be directed to Kate Oswald Wilkins at koswaldwilkins@messiah.edu.

Office of the Provost has an opening for a full-time executive assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Christine Gardner at cgardner@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29315.

The Financial Aid Office has an opening for a part-time financial aid office assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Mike Strite at mstrite@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29291.

Admissions has an opening for a part-time admissions hospitality assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Kristin Thomas at kthomas@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29297.

Admissions has an opening for a temporary admissions traveling recruiter. Job related questions may be directed to Shayna Mark at smark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29304.

The Department of Intellectual Disabilities Certificate has an opening for a full-time NEXT Steps resident life educator. Job related questions may be directed to Amber Brisbane at abrisbane@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29081.

Residence Life has an opening for a full-time residence life educator. Job related questions may be directed to Annastasia Bonczyk at abonczyk@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28943.

The Office of Development has an opening for a full-time regional advancement representative. Job related questions may be directed to John Zeigler at jzeigler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28806.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time cook II PM. Job related questions may be related to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit:https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28988.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/ aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.

The Department of Safety has an opening for a 1st shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel (Brad) Neuenschwander at dneuenschwander@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28975.

For sale

Ice pop holders, great for kids. Kids love these ice pop holders, $6 each or 2 for $10, name included. Contact Stacy: sportko@messiah.edu

Two metal outdoor chairs with cushions. These are black metal patio chairs with a cream-colored cushion. The chairs are still in the box and need assembled, so they are BRAND NEW! Asking $80 for the set. Contact Heather Seaman: hseaman@messiah.edu

Free

FREE wood pallets are available for pickup. Take one or take them all! Several FREE skids are available at the bottom of the Campus Store/Mail Services delivery ramp (beyond TT lot around the back of Sollenberger Sports Center/ECC). Contact the Campus Store with any questions or if you need further directions.

Wanted

Housing needed for new faculty. We have a fairly pressing housing need for a new faculty member. Our new colleague in communication just defended her dissertation at Mizzou, and as a consequence she has to be out of student housing in about two weeks. She would like to find either temporary housing or even a long-term rental here for herself and her two children, a girl age 9 and a boy age 7.

If you have any ideas, could you contact me (ddixon@messiah.edu), and I’ll put you in touch with her directly (rather than putting her contact information on this more public forum).

Ink jet printer. Looking for a color ink jet printer, preferably not an HP. Please contact Stacy: sportko@messiah.edu

Car for sale. An international student at Messiah is looking for a car to get to their internship this summer. The student is willing to pay anywhere from $3000 – $5000. They are most interested in a Honda or Toyota with higher mileage, but willing to look at other cars as well. Please contact Amy Nicols Villeda (anicolsvilleda@messiah.edu or x2172) if you or anyone you know is selling a car. Thank you!

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Susquehanna Chorale to present its 2025 Spring Concert Series, My Spirit Sang All Day

The Susquehanna Chorale will present its spring concert series, My Spirit Sang All Day, on May 16, 17, and 18, under the direction of Linda L. Tedford.

The series begins on Friday, May 16 at Derry Presbyterian Church, Hershey, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 17 at Market Square Presbyterian Church in Harrisburg, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 18 at the Calvin and Janet High Center for Performing Arts, Messiah University, 4 p.m.

My Spirit Sang All Day features a varied and wonderful collection of pieces including sacred selections by Hubert Parry’s triumphant I Was Glad and Psalm 90 by Charles Ives, John Rutter’s God Be In My Head, and Shawn Kirchner’s energetic and uplifting Cornerstone. You’ll also hear Elaine Hagenberg’s The Music of Stillness, Eric Whitacre’s Sing Gently, and Randall Stroop’s Omnia Sol, followed by delightful songs including Short People, What Shall We Do With The Drunken Sailor, and Buffalo Gals. Let your spirit sing with us in a concert that reflects all the colors found in the kaleidoscope of our lives.

A pre-concert recital by Susquehanna Chorale accompanist, Daniel L. Dorty will be presented 15 minutes prior to each performance.

Visit www.susquehannachorale.org/performances or call the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036, option 1, for tickets and information.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.

Isaiah 58:11

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The Lord will guide you always;
he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land
and will strengthen your frame.
You will be like a well-watered garden,
like a spring whose waters never fail.