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Oct. 9

October 9th, 2025 by INTERCOM

The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed,
a stronghold in times of trouble.
Those who know your name trust in you,
for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.

Psalms 9:9-10

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Guest lecture
Associate Professor of Finance Dwayne Safer served as a guest lecturer at Carnegie Mellon University for a series of four lectures to MBA students at the Tepper School of Business. The working sessions and lectures covered recent developments in the financial markets, corporate mergers and valuation modeling techniques

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New Amazon book available: Seven Therapeutic Christian Fairytales
Carol ZA McGinnis, Ph.D., graduate counseling department professor, has published a helpful socio-emotional awareness children’s book that honors Christian tenets such as loving your enemy and loving others as you love yourself. Each story is connected to a biblical passage with the invitation to identify emotional responses on every page. https://www.amazon.com/Therapeutic-Christian-Fairytales-ZoAnne-McGinnis/dp/B0FRF6GTMB/ref=monarch_sidesheet_title

BID FAREWELL

Farewell for Catherine Long
Catherine Long, the Campus Store’s assistant manager, is leaving Messiah on Oct. 17 to pursue another career opportunity in the area. Please stop by the store this week or next to show your appreciation for Catherine’s great work over the past four years. She will be working mornings only Monday-Friday next week. Our campus community has been blessed by Catherine’s kindness, service and dedication. She will be greatly missed by her Campus Store family, and we wish her all the best on her next adventure.

AROUND CAMPUS

Messiah University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents Nunsense

Messiah University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is pleased to present the musical comedy Nunsense, in Poorman Black Box Theater, as our first production of the 2025-2026 season!

Nunsense

Book, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin

Directed by Ed Cohn

Musical direction by Caleb Stelle

*Oct. 9 at 10 a.m. special school series performance

Recommended for high school audiences

Poorman Black Box Theater, Climenhaga Building

The Little Sisters of Hoboken, residents of Mt. St. Helens Convent and teachers at the school, have a problem. It seems Sister Julia (Child of God) has accidentally killed off 52 sisters with a botulism-laced soup. But even worse, the remaining nuns only had enough cash to bury 48 of the dearly departed; the other four are in the freezer. The Little Sisters must raise money for a proper burial before the health inspector comes!

The nuns, written affectionately by Goggin, a lifelong devout Catholic, and portrayed with equal joy, are depicted as people who had lives before their decisions to enter the convent. Their identities, who they are now and who they have been, are key, especially considering one nun who does not remember her past life due to an accident! One wanted to be a star, another wanted to be a ballet dancer. Yet they all gave up those dreams and devoted themselves to the Church.

Estimated run time: 2 hours and 10 minutes, including one 10- minute intermission.

Tickets: $15—Adults; $12—MU students (w/ID), MU employees (w/ID), youth (under 18) and seniors (60+) Tickets can be purchased online at messiah.edu/tickets, by phone at 717-691-6036, or at the door as available. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.

NUNSENSE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

PROJECT Trio

Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m. in Parmer Hall

Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series

PROJECT Trio is a dynamic and innovative ensemble known for their genre-blending performances and captivating stage presence. Based in New York City, the trio pushes the boundaries of traditional chamber music with their unique fusion of classical, jazz, hip-hop, and world music influences. PROJECT Trio is acclaimed by the press as “packed with musicianship, joy and surprise” and “exciting a new generation of listeners about the joys of classical and jazz music.” Their performance will feature music by Bernstein, Mozart, Grieg, Bach, The Beatles and many more.

Ticket prices are $15 for adults; $5 for Messiah University students (with ID) and youth (18 and under). To purchase, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036 option #1 or online at messiah.edu/tickets.

Reconciling Order and Disorder: Panel Discussion on Erik Varden’s Chastity
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5-6 p.m., Boyer 131.

The Christian writer Erik Varden writes: “The way to order, for most of us, goes through disorder; to try to sidestep it is to risk sidestepping life.” What does this mean? How might order and disorder be reconciled in this way? A panel of Messiah alums and faculty invite you to participate in a conversation about these other important questions raised by Erik Varden in his book Chastity: Reconciliation of the Senses. Varden’s is one of the most thought-provoking Christian books published in recent years. It’s at the same time profound and quite practical for any Christian seeking to the follow the path of discipleship. Come and join in the conversation about the book with Scott Endicott (’13), Christine Bye (’21), Grant Holbrook, Christine Perrin and Jim LaGrand. Open to all members of the university community and the public. Part of the University Honors Program’s series this year on the theme of reconciliation.

Friend of Murray Library

23^rd Annual Dinner and Program

Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 6-8:30 p.m.

Hostetter Chapel

This year’s keynote speaker is Gregg Behr, an educational champion who hails from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where he was inspired by the life of Mr. Rogers. In addition to serving as the executive director of the Grable Foundation, he is founder of “Remake Learning”, a vibrant and internationally acclaimed ecosystem of educators, artists, scientists, and makers. Gregg is the co-author of When You Wonder, You’re Learning, which is a refreshing read that draws deeply from the legacy of Mr. Rogers’ infectious and unrelenting love of neighbors – especially in the sacred work of educating our children.

The program will celebrate six foundational qualities that foster lifelong learning and develop kind neighbors – curiosity, creativity, collaboration, empathy, communication and perseverance. You’re invited to join us as we explore these values and bring them to life in your own Neighborhoods, creating warm spaces for learning and exploration.

Pricing:

$35 Friends members

$45 Guests

Students:

$15 for dinner and presentation (arrive 6 p.m.)

No charge or registration needed to attend the program only (arrive 7 p.m.)

Inaugural National Day on Writing on Thursday, Oct. 16

Join us as Messiah University celebrates its Inaugural National Day on Writing — a campus-wide event recognizing the many ways writing connects us as learners, thinkers and creators.

Dear educators,

We would like to learn about the role of writing in your vocation. Please use the form to share your thoughts. The excerpts will be shared with the campus audience through both print and online formats.

Schedule of events — Thursday, Oct. 16

10:30–11:30 a.m. – Creative Writing Club Activities — Howe Atrium
Start your day with creative prompts, poetry exercises, and a chance to contribute to a collaborative writing piece hosted by Messiah’s Creative Writing Club.

All Day – Writing Center Tree — Library entrance
Visit the Library to add your favorite Bible verses to the Writing Center’s Tree and share your writing with others.

1–3 p.m. – Chinese Zumba and Calligraphy — Boyer 135
Celebrate the global diversity of writing through movement and art! Enjoy a lively Chinese Zumba session followed by hands-on Chinese calligraphy activities.

3–4 p.m. – Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honor Society Presents: Shakespeare on the Square — Legacy Park
Experience live, outdoor performances inspired by the works of Shakespeare. Bring a friend and enjoy how language comes alive through theatre.

3:30–5 p.m. – Crafternoon — Library
Unwind and express your creativity through journal-making craft. Materials provided; just bring your imagination!

5–6:30 p.m. – Writing Reception — Howe Atrium
Join us for refreshments and a celebration of writing across campus. Meet student writers, faculty, and staff as we honor the many ways writing shapes our community.

To learn more or get involved, contact Oksana Moroz at omoroz@messiah.edu

Let’s celebrate writing together!

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

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/30325.

Graduate Studies: Nursing has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Brenda Elliott at belliott@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30383.

The Engle Center has an opening for a part-time dietitian. Job related questions may be directed to Carrie Ent at cent@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30396.

The Engle Center has an opening for a full-time counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Aubrey Kleinfeld at AKleinfe@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30035.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time dining services associate, Winding Hill campus, summers off. 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/29896.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time PM cook. 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/30236.

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.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time, first shift campus and building services worker, Residence Hall, Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 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/30307.

Admissions has an opening for a full-time assistant director of enrollment technology and communication, Graduate and Professional Studies. Job related questions may be directed to Bethany Parliament-Chevalier at bparliament@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30283.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time groundskeeper/crew leader. Job related questions may be directed to Artie Palese at palese@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29998.

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

Data Innovation and Reporting is now hiring a full-time programmer/analyst. Job related questions may be directed to Joe Bennett at bennett@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30074.

The Department of Safety has an opening for 1st shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Maranda Hogue at mhogue@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29967.

For sale

Gallaher farm pumpkins. Farm pumpkins (multiple varieties and sizes) are for sale by self-service or by appointment at my home during any daylight hour – Stephen Gallaher and grandkids, 401 Skyport Rd. Mechanicsburg 17050

Beginner Sourdough Workshop
Sign up for an exciting and interactive event with Sheryl Sanders to learn all the basics of making delicious sourdough bread! Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a complete beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to master the art of sourdough. I will guide you through the entire process, from creating and maintaining your starter to baking the perfect loaf. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unlock the secrets of sourdough and impress your friends and family with your newfound baking skills! See the attached link to access the flyer with all the workshop details.

Two workshop dates to choose from:

Saturday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Nov. 1 (8:30 – 10:30 a.m.) Dillsburg, PA

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Oct. 2

October 2nd, 2025 by INTERCOM

“Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned.”

John 5:28-29

AROUND CAMPUS

Messiah University’s Department of Theatre & Dance is pleased to present the musical comedy Nunsense, opening on Oct. 2 in Poorman Black Box Theater, as our first production of the 2025-2026 season! A cookie reception for the audience will follow the Saturday, Oct. 4 performance to celebrate our alumni as part of Homecoming weekend.

Nunsense

Book, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin

Directed by Ed Cohn

Musical direction by Caleb Stelle

Oct. 2-4, 9-11 at 8 p.m.

Oct. 5, 12 at 3 p.m.

*Oct. 9 at 10 a.m. special school series performance

recommended for high school audiences

Poorman Black Box Theater, Climenhaga Building

Estimated run time: 2 hours and 10 minutes, including one 10- minute intermission.

NUNSENSE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

PROJECT Trio

Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m. in Parmer Hall

Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series

Course materials delivered with Unreasonable Hospitality

This summer, the Division of Operations leadership team chose to embrace the concept of Unreasonable Hospitality which challenges each member of the team to use their creativity and resources to go above and beyond for those we serve. To celebrate this initiative, the Campus Store team created a prayer card insert to place in each of the 1,266 packages of fall course materials that were delivered to campus residences (at no additional cost) as part of our Slingshot Choice program.

It read: We prayed for you as we picked, processed, and packed your order today, asking God to give you wisdom, strength, and endurance for the upcoming term. We hope everything you do–in the classroom, around campus, and beyond–brings glory, honor, and praise to the Giver of all knowledge. We are cheering you on, fellow Falcon, and are so glad you’re here. Have a productive semester and let us know how we can help you soar! “Prove me, O LORD, and try me; test my heart and my mind. For your loyal love is before my eyes, and I walk in your faithfulness.” Psalm 26:2-3

During fulfillment season we asked our staff to stay mindful of each person whose order they had a part in fulfilling. The night before the pallets were deployed for delivery, we prayed over those packages again asking the Lord to bless the recipients and to empower us to exceed expectations while supporting student success.

October 2025 library newsletter

What’s new at the library?

See our linked newsletter. Contents include:

Connect with a librarian
An Out of this World Lunch and Learn
Friends of Murray Library annual dinner and program
Welcome to our new student library employees
Trivia Night recap
Crafternoon at Murray
Currency Through the Ages display
Pages in Peace
Library statistics
Seed Library newsletter

Technology Support – Please see below for helpful tips and updates

Windows 11 – We will push Windows 11 to laptops on Tuesday, 10/7, which may result in some inconvenient down time as it completes. If you would like to install the update yourself, please go to Software Center > Operating Systems > Windows 11 24H2 Upgrade > Install. Please refer to the mass email sent on 9/23 for further instructions.
Forms – Once a Qualtrics or Dynamic form is live, changes should NOT be made to add, remove fields, or modify options in the fields. It may affect the data stored. Please make a copy of the form and make changes. The new URL will need to be updated in FalconLink card and/or the website.
We understand accidents happen with computers and devices.  If something is spilled on your computer, please do not continue to use it.  Hold the power button in until all lights turn off, unplug the computer, and contact Tech Support immediately!  Continued use after a spill can result in irreparable damage. If the above procedures are followed, there is a much higher chance that we will be able to save the computer.

Friend of Murray Library

23^rd Annual Dinner and Program

Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 6-8:30 p.m.

Hostetter Chapel

This year’s keynote speaker is Gregg Behr, an educational champion who hails from Pittsburgh, PA where he was inspired by the life of Mr. Rogers. In addition to serving as the executive director of the Grable Foundation, he is founder of “Remake Learning”, a vibrant and internationally acclaimed ecosystem of educators, artists, scientists, and makers. Gregg is the co-author of When You Wonder, You’re Learning, which is a refreshing read that draws deeply from the legacy of Mr. Rogers’ infectious and unrelenting love of neighbors – especially in the sacred work of educating our children.

Pricing:

$35 Friends members

$45 Guests

Students:

$15 for dinner and presentation (arrive 6 p.m.)

No charge or registration needed to attend the program only (arrive 7 p.m.)

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

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/30325.

Graduate Studies: Nursing has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Brenda Elliott at belliott@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30383.

The Engle Center has an opening for a part-time dietitian. Job related questions may be directed to Carrie Ent at cent@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30396.

The Engle Center has an opening for a full-time counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Aubrey Kleinfeld at AKleinfe@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30035.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time dining services associate, Winding Hill campus, summers off. 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/29896.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time PM cook. 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/30236.

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.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time, first shift campus and Building services worker, Residence Hall, Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 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/30307.

Admissions has an opening for a full-time assistant director of enrollment technology and communication, Graduate and Professional Studies. Job related questions may be directed to Bethany Parliament-Chevalier at bparliament@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30283.

Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time groundskeeper/crew leader. Job related questions may be directed to Artie Palese at palese@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29998.

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

Data Innovation and Reporting is now hiring a full-time programmer/analyst. Job related questions may be directed to Joe Bennett at bennett@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30074.

The Department of Safety has an opening for 1st shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Maranda Hogue at mhogue@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29967.

For sale

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Muddy Waters Anabaptist Community – Conversation with Doug Kaufman

Muddy Waters Anabaptist Community is pleased to welcome Doug Kaufman, director of the Anabaptist Climate Collaborative, to a conversation on the Anabaptist teaching on the gospel of all creatures, discerning God’s care for all of creation. All are welcome: Saturday, Oct 4, at 5 p.m., at the Trails and Trees Environmental Center, 1731 S. York St., Mechanicsburg.

For more information about the event, contact Ron Hershey at 717-991-0548, rrhershey@verizon.net or dzercher@messiah.edu.

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Sept. 25

September 25th, 2025 by INTERCOM

Do not be deceived: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’”

1 Corinthians 15:33

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

2025 Alumni Awards recipients announced

Please join us as we celebrate them at the annual Alumni Awards dinner!

The Office of Alumni and Parent Relations is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Alumni Awards. These awards are important not only for the tribute they pay to the lives of each recipient, but also as a symbol of the quality of our alumni as a whole.

Young Alumnus Achievement Award – Dr. Christina J. Thomas (Class of 2014, history)

This award recognizes an alumnus/a who has attended Messiah University within the past 15 years for significant contribution to church, vocation, community, and/or Messiah University.

Distinguished Alumnus Achievement Award – Dr. David Weaver-Zercher (Class of 1983, chemistry)

Recognizes a lifetime of vocational achievement in a manner that embodies the mission of the University.

Alumni Christian Service Award – Henry “Hank” B. Johnson (Class of 2004, marketing)

This award recognizes outstanding lifelong service or long-term effort in fulfilling the mandates of the Christian gospel to both serve and sacrifice for the needs of humanity.

Alumni Appreciation Award – James Krimmel (Class of 1982, accounting)

Recognizes an individual(s) who has/have contributed to the University in an extraordinary manner (long-term professional service; significant volunteer service and/or financial contribution) We hope you can join the campus community as we celebrate our award winners at the annual Alumni Awards Dinner.

This event will occur on Friday, Nov. 7 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. in Martin Commons. Please RSVP at: questions at 717.796.5252 or alumni@messiah.edu.

AROUND CAMPUS

Registrar’s office closed for retreat

On Friday, Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., the Registrar’s Office will be closed for an office retreat. We will reopen on Monday, Sept. 29, at 8 a.m.

“The State of Health and Medicine Today”

Thursday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m. in Kline 120

The state of health and medicine in America today is not encouraging in many respects. Among some populations, rates of disease are climbing and life expectancy decreasing. There is a lack of confidence in health and scientific authorities. What is to be done about these problems? What’s the relationship between them? What might be productive future steps to improve the state of health and medicine?

Join us on Sept. 25 and listen to responses to these questions by faculty in Biological Sciences, Nursing, and Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science.

This panel is sponsored by the Messiah University Honors Program.

CultureCONNECT, The 2025 Annual Lecture

Join us Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. in Parmer Cinema for the 2025 CultureCONNECT lecture, “Inside Out Cinema: Destigmatizing Neurodivergence with Mahrya MacIntire.” Neurodivergence: “a natural variation in how the brain processes information, experiences in the world, and interacts with others.” Two-time Emmy nominee and DOC NYC 40 Under 40 documentary filmmaker Mahrya MacIntire was 39 and working on her directorial debut about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and somatic therapy when she was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Receiving the ASD diagnosis while filming prompted Macintire to ask: What might it look like if a neurodivergent filmmaker made a film about neurodivergent processing, all while using a neurodivergent lens?

Please join us for a riveting conversation with MacIntire as she discusses her journey as a filmmaker, neurodivergent human and advocate, and agent for change. Assistant Professor of Film, Video and Digital Media Tara Whitehead will moderate the event, which will be filmed by MacIntire’s Stillworks Pictures alongside Messiah University Film and Media Arts students. A member of the Producers Guild of America and the Television Academy, MacIntire serves on the Film at Mason (GMU) Advisory Board and teaches creative entrepreneurship at American University to MA and MFA students in the Film and Media Arts Program. She is currently in production on her documentary feature directorial debut.

Reception to immediately follow in Howe Atrium.

Read the latest issue of the Bridge!

The latest issue of the Bridge, Messiah’s alumni magazine, is now available online at https://www.messiah.edu/the_bridge/. Learn more about Ted Prescott’s celebrated sculpture exhibit, “Descent from the Cross,” explore Oksana Moroz’s scholarship of developing voice through digital storytelling, look back at Commencement and meet some inspiring members of Messiah’s Class of 2025. Plus read the latest campus news, “Heard Around Campus,” alumni profiles and more! If you or your office/department would like to obtain some hard copies of the Bridge magazine, please stop by the Office of Marketing and Communications on third floor of Old Main.

Employee Worship – Tuesday, Sept. 30

You are invited to join us for employee worship this Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 9:30 a.m. in Hostetter Chapel. We’ll have congregational singing, a word of witness, and a message from our employee community pastor, Stephen Gallaher. We hope to see you there!

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time sous’ chef. 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/29822.

Campus and building services has an opening for a campus and building services worker, part time, 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday 8 p.m.- midnight. 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/30374.

Campus and building services has an opening for a campus and building services worker, Residence Hall, part time 1st shift, M- F 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 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 first shift, campus and building services worker, Residence Hall Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Summer Hours 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 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/30310.

For sale

Class 2 E-bike. Aventon Sinch 2 Class 2 E-bike. It can go 55 miles on a single charge. Peddle assist or 20 MPH throttle. Only 360 miles on bike. Like new condition. I paid $1400, asking $450 firm. Contact tgingrich@messiah.edu

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Sept. 18

September 18th, 2025 by INTERCOM

You make known to me the path of life;

you will fill me with joy in your presence,

with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

Psalm 16:11

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Department of Safety

Congratulations to Maranda Hogue, who has accepted the position of safety director! She recently took the role of interim safety director and has exemplified great care for the safety and wellbeing of the Messiah community, students, and safety department staff. We are grateful for her hard work and dedication and are excited to have her as a director on our team. When you see her around campus, make sure to congratulate her on her promotion.

Kathie Shafer

vice president of operations

BID FAREWELL

Department of Safety

After many years of dedicated service to the Department of Safety and the Messiah University community, Liz Williams will be retiring, effective Sept. 17. She has made a lasting impact on everyone she met and has contributed in many ways including care and commitment to our students. We appreciate her support to our department and the university community. We wish her all the best in this next phase of life. If you see her around campus, please wish her well in her future endeavors.

AROUND CAMPUS

Three Views on the Atonement panel discussion

Thursday, Sept. 18 at 5 p.m. in Boyer 235

At the heart of the Christian faith is the belief that we can be reconciled to God and have the hope of glory because of Jesus Christ. However, not all Christians now or through church history have been in total agreement about the precise way in which this reconciliation between God and humans operates. To shed light on different historic Christian views of the atonement and to help us pursue the university’s mission of maturing Christian faith, a panel of area ministers will speak on Thursday, Sept.18 at 5 p.m.in Boyer 235 about how they view the atonement. Panelists are: Fr. Ricky McCarl, vicar, Good Shepherd Anglican Church; Rev. Matt Purdy, senior pastor, Carlisle Reformed Presbyterian Church; and Rev. Dr. John Yeatts, senior pastor emeritus, Grantham Church. All are welcome.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The Oakes Museum of Natural History is now hiring a part-time museum teaching docent. Job related questions may be directed to Helena Cicero at hcicero@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30038.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time sous chef. 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/29822.

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 FT first shift, Campus and Building services worker, Residence Hall Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Summer Hours 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 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/30310.

Campus and building services has an opening for a FT, first shift Campus and Building services worker, Residence Hall, Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 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/30307.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time campus and building services worker, 3rd shift – Sunday-Thursday 9 p.m.-5:30 a.m. 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/29933.

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

For sale

Class 2 E-bike. Aventon Sinch 2 Class 2 E-bike. It can go 55 miles on a single charge. Peddle assist or 20 MPH throttle. Only 360 miles on bike. Like new condition. I paid $1400; asking $450 firm. Contact tgingrich@messiah.edu

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

A Biblical Journey Through Turkey: From Acts to Revelation

A Biblical Journey Through Turkey FROM ACTS TO REVELATION Join us on this amazing trip! Experience how the Bible comes alive as we explore the cultural and religious landscapes of western Turkey. We will learn of its ancient Christian past as we visit the amazing biblical archaeological sites of Ephesus, Colossae, Philadelphia, Sardis, Smyrna, Thyatira, Laodicea, and others. The very sites visited by and/or associated with the Apostles John and Paul – not to mention Barnabas and Silas, Timothy and Luke, Aquila and Priscilla, and many others. We’ll experience the exotic, rich Turkish culture of the Spice Market; we will sail the historic Bosphorus waterway of ancient Constantinople; and we will pray in Hagia Eirene where the Nicene Creed was finalized. If that appeals to you, please consult the attached digital brochure in the newsletter.

Flights depart from JFK or ATL.

You may also simply contact Sharon Putt at slputt@messiah.edu for more information.

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September 11

September 11th, 2025 by INTERCOM

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

Matthew 6:33

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Todd Goranson presents at IDRS 2025 at Butler University on musicians’ health, and a professional development day for Central Dauphin School District music educators.

Todd Goranson, DMA, BSN, RN, professor of music, presented an invited lecture titled “Discovering Health: Injury Prevention and Performance Anxiety Management for the Double Reed Musician” at Butler University on June 11 for the International Double Reed Society 2025 Conference. Goranson spoke to a capacity audience on key points for maintaining musculoskeletal health as a performing musician, as well as strategies and tactics for understanding and overcoming performance anxiety. Todd also presented a full-day professional development session on musicians’ health for all levels of music educators of the Central Dauphin School District on Aug. 20 in Harrisburg. Topics, which spanned both physical and mental health, included injury awareness and prevention (for both educators and students), performance anxiety, mindfulness, and strategies for building emotional resilience in their students.

AROUND CAMPUS

Fall 2025 programming at the Oakes Museum

September begins the Oakes Museum’s fall programming with Curator Club and Homeschool classes! Curators Club (for grades 3-6) and CC2 (for grades 6-8) are science enrichment programs on a variety of topics in a fun learning environment at The Oakes Museum of Natural History. They run on select Saturdays from 9:15-11:30 a.m. For more information and to register for Curator Club and our Homeschool classes, visit our website!

“Forgiveness in the Face of Evil: The Amish at Nickel Mines”

Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. in Boyer 237.

In 2006, a gunman entered a one-room Amish school in Lancaster County, where he shot ten girls, killing five of them. The Amish response, which focused on forgiving the gunman and caring for his family, caught the world’s attention, but it also raised questions about the nature of forgiveness, its possibilities, and its limits. Dr. Weaver-Zercher’s presentation will review that event and consider the questions the Amish response raises for the rest of us.

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

A Biblical Journey Through Turkey: From Acts to Revelation

Flights depart from JFK or ATL.

You may also simply contact Sharon Putt at slputt@messiah.edu for more information.

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September 4

September 4th, 2025 by INTERCOM

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:10 NIV

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Best in Track Paper Award
Professor of Marketing David Hagenbuch recently presented a paper, “How Mere Exposure to Ethical Issues Increases Marketers’ Moral Dissonance,” at the American Marketing Association’s Summer Academic Conference in Chicago. The paper was based on research he conducted with Dorene Ciletti of Point Park University and RJ Thompson of the University of Pittsburgh. Their study included one of the most comprehensive surveys ever of ethical issues in marketing. Over 300 respondents, all AMA members, indicated the extent to which they believed 93 unique statements represented moral issues for the field. Moreover, pretest – posttest components found that just being exposed to the issues led to a significant change in marketers’ desires for their discipline to better address the ethical concerns. The paper was awarded Best in Track Paper – Ethics, Privacy, and Cross-Industry Collaborations.

Department of Safety
Congratulations to Stephan Palmer, first shift safety officer. He recently completed training and passed his rookie test. We are excited to have him join the team. When you see him out an about, please say hi and welcome him to the community.

AROUND CAMPUS

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 – Once a Qualtrics or Dynamic form is live, changes should NOT be made to add or remove fields. It may affect the data stored. Please make a copy of the form and make changes. The new URL will need to be updated in FalconLink card and/or the website.
Turn on desktop computers! Please make sure the computers used by adjuncts and student employees are turned on. This allows updates to happen on these computers.
Windows 11 is coming! More detailed information will be coming in the near future regarding when you can upgrade your Messiah-issued laptop and when ITS may push Windows 11 to desktop PCs overnight. If you want to update your own computer now, please reach out and we will provide instructions.

Human Resources office closed today

The Office of Human Resources and Compliance will be closed today, Thursday, Sept. 4 for our annual planning day.

We will reopen again on Friday, Sept. 5.

Fall 2025 programming at the Oakes Museum

September begins the Oakes Museum’s fall programming with Curator Club and Homeschool classes! Curators Club (for grades 3-6) and CC2 (for grades 6-8) are science enrichment programs on a variety of topics in a fun learning environment at The Oakes Museum of Natural History. They run on Select Saturdays from 9:15-11:30 a.m. For more information and to register for Curator Club and our Homeschool classes, visit our website!

What’s new at the Library? Read our latest newsletter.

Contents of our September newsletter include:

Library refresh
24/7 Live chat support
Friends of Murray Library annual dinner
Library treasure hunt
PA Forward Star Library
Simplified interlibrary loan
Pages in peace
Meet a librarian
Trivia night

Welcome Baby Iyer!

Welcome to the world, Anika Padma Iyer! Baby Anika is the new daughter of Olivia Ellis (music department) and her husband Shriram Iyer. Anika was born on Aug. 26. 🎀

Cyber students awarded DoD scholarship

We are pleased to announce that three of our talented students have been awarded the prestigious DoD Cyber Service Academy (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 full tuition, 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!

Trivia Night in the library – Friday, Sept. 5

You’re invited! Put your knowledge to the test on Friday, Sept. 5 at Trivia Night! Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and trivia starts at 7 p.m. at Murray Library! We’ll have four rounds of trivia to test your knowledge in a variety of categories. All Messiah staff are invited. Gather with a group of colleagues to form a team or join up with friendly folks when you arrive. Teams can include up to six players. Awesome prizes await the top three teams!

“1925 and All That: Fundamentalists, Modernists, and the Scopes Trial on the Occasion of its 100th Anniversary”

Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Frey 110 In the spring of 1925, rookie teacher John Scopes agreed to stand trial for teaching evolution in a Tennessee high school, to test the constitutionality of the new law. Using powerful cartoon images and popular religious pamphlets from the period, Dr. Davis’ talk shows why teaching evolution was so controversial among traditional Christians, describes how liberal Protestants responded to science, and introduces some alternative perspectives from prominent Christian voices today. Dr. Edward (Ted) Davis has written many books and articles about Christianity and science in the Scientific Revolution and modern America, most recently: Protestant Modernist Pamphlets: Science and Religion in the Scopes Era (Johns Hopkins, 2024). He was an advisor for exhibits at the National Museum of American History and the Museum of the Bible. Sponsored by the Honors Program.

A Year of Focus on Unreasonable Hospitality

This year, the Division of Operations has embraced Unreasonable Hospitality as our guiding theme. To learn more about the inspiration behind this idea, we invite you to watch Will Guidara’s TED Talk The Secret Ingredients of Great Hospitality | Will Guidara | TED.

At its core, this theme reflects our commitment to ensuring every person feels seen, heard, valued and—whenever possible—enjoys a memorable experience. Each department within the division has developed specific goals to help bring this vision to life.

Recently, Dwayne Magee, director of print and mail services, shared his perspective in a blog post for IPMA, an organization in which he is an active leader. You can read his piece here: In-Plant Success: Leading with Hospitality By Dwayne Magee.

In the weeks and months ahead, division directors will be sharing examples of how their teams are embodying Unreasonable Hospitality in their daily work. Our hope is that every student, employee and guest who interacts with Messiah University experiences the genuine care of our community. While we won’t be perfect, we are deeply committed to practicing and growing in this theme together.

At times you may see an employee wearing a t-shirt with the question- ask me why I am unreasonable – I would encourage you to do so! If you see an operations staff member demonstrating Unreasonable Hospitality and would like to have the division celebrate it, please email us at operations@messiah.edu. Throughout the year, we will recognize our staff at two special events.

With gratitude,
Kathie Shafer
Vice President of Operations

Homecoming and Family Weekend 2025 is right around the corner, and we want you to be part of one of Messiah’s most cherished traditions!

On Oct. 3–4, we’ll welcome alumni, families and friends back to campus for a weekend filled with celebrations, reunions, athletic events and special activities. This weekend only comes together because of our incredible employees, and we’re inviting you to join the team that makes it all happen.

Volunteer perk alert! Any employee who volunteers for and completes a full volunteer shift for Homecoming and is not doing regular paid work will be offered a half day vacation in exchange for their volunteer hours. The date of the half day must be approved by her/his supervisor while slots are still available.

Volunteer for a two-hour shift and you’ll enjoy:

4 hours of vacation time as our thank-you
A free Homecoming 2025 volunteer t-shirt
An opportunity to warmly welcome alumni, families and friends
Being part of the community spirit that makes Messiah shine

Volunteer opportunities include registration, set up, Messiah Mile, Lil’ Falcon Zone, mini golf and cornhole games, and other roles that help us create an unforgettable experience for our Alumni and Families. Thanks to Messiah leadership’s generous comp time offer, spaces could go fast! Be sure to register early to guarantee your shift.

Sign up today to reserve your preferred shift and play a key role in this special weekend:
Click Here to Volunteer

The volunteer perk alert will only be available as long as slots are open.

Please direct all questions to Melinda Barnes at mbarnes@messiah.edu or x5252.

Ballet Magnificat! “The Call”

Sept. 10, 7:30 p.m. Miller Theater sponsored by the Performing Arts Series

From the Kennedy Center to Singapore’s Victoria Theatre, audiences worldwide have experienced the excellence of Ballet Magnificat! Founded in 1986 by Kathy Thibodeaux, silver medalist at the 1982 USA International Ballet Competition, this professional dance company delivers world class performances with powerful artistic impact.

Based in Jackson, Mississippi, Ballet Magnificat!’s two professional companies perform over 200 times annually across the globe. Their dancers have previously belonged to prestigious companies including Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Royal Winnipeg Ballet and Houston Ballet Academy. Ballet Magnificat! presents unique performances that combine artistic excellence with meaningful storytelling. Their dancers create experiences that inspire and move audiences of all ages.

Inspired by the humble life of Elisabeth Elliot, “The Call” is a ballet that shares the goodness of God through life’s joys and challenges. Watch Ms. Elliot’s memories unfold as she answers the call to write a book recounting how she and her fellow missionaries worked to bring the good news of the gospel to a murderous tribe in Ecuador. As her life takes unexpected turns, she is forced to find her hope in the only thing that remains.

Ticket prices are $20 for adults; $5 for Messiah University students (with ID) and youth (18 and under). To purchase, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036 option #1 or online at messiah.edu/tickets.

Visit arts.messiah.edu for more information.

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Job opportunities

Campus and building services have 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.

For sale

Healthy, pasture-fed chicken eggs for sale. Hens moved to fresh pasture twice per day. $4.50/doz or $6/18 count. Contact rhamon@messiah.edu

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August 28

August 28th, 2025 by INTERCOM

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Galatians 6:9 (NIV)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

2024-2025 TT&P Approvals

Congratulations to the following faculty members who have been approved for promotion, term-tenure or term-tenure renewal effective Aug. 1:

Promotion from assistant professor to associate professor:

Brenda Elliott, assistant professor of nursing
Ryan Farris, assistant professor of biomedical engineering
Marcelle Giovannetti, assistant professor of counseling
Rebecca Harris, assistant professor of biblical and religious studies
Amy Humphrey, assistant professor of physical therapy
Devin Manzullo-Thomas, assistant professor of American religious history
Laura McNear, assistant professor of accounting
Borko Rodic, assistant professor of physical therapy
Melinda Smith, assistant professor of applied health science

Term Tenure:

Karl Bergmann, associate professor of physical therapy
Brenda Elliott, assistant professor of nursing
Ryan Farris, assistant professor of biomedical engineering
Marcelle Giovannetti, assistant professor of counseling
Rebecca Harris, assistant professor of biblical and religious studies
Amy Humphrey, assistant professor of physical therapy
Devin Manzullo-Thomas, assistant professor of American religious history
Laura McNear, assistant professor of accounting
Kristi Mouttet, assistant professor of counseling
Borko Rodic, assistant professor of physical therapy
Melinda Smith, assistant professor of applied health science

Term Tenure Renewal:

John Bechtold, professor of psychology
Sheri Boyce, professor of biology
Henry Danso, professor of psychology
Jenny Dose, professor of management
Kerry Hasler-Brooks, associate professor of English
Krista Imbesi, associate professor of film and digital arts
Paul Johns, associate professor of human development and family science
Tina Keller, associate professor of TESOL education
Jenell Paris, professor of sociology and anthropology
Amy Porto, professor of nutrition and dietetics
Sharon Putt, professor of theology and religion
Rick Schaeffer, professor of chemistry

AROUND CAMPUS

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 – Once a Qualtrics or Dynamic form is live, changes should NOT be made to add or remove fields. It may affect the data stored. Please make a copy of the form and make changes. The new URL will need to be updated in FalconLink Card and/or the website.
Turn on desktop computers! Please make sure the computers used by Adjuncts and Student Employees are turned on. This allows updates to happen on these computers.
Windows 11 is coming! More detailed information will be coming in the near future regarding when you can upgrade your Messiah-issued laptop and when ITS may push Windows 11 to desktop PCs overnight. If you want to update your own computer now, please reach out and we will provide instructions.

New graduate assistants at Messiah

The Graduate Program in Higher Education Leadership is pleased to welcome 15 new graduate assistants (GAs) for the 2025-2026 academic year on the Messiah University campus. Graduate assistantships offer our graduate students in the M.A in Higher Education Leadership or the M.A. in Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership the opportunity to apply educational theories gained through classroom instruction and put them into professional practice through supervised, real-world experience. The GA program aims to provide an innovative and cost-efficient way to advance departmental and university-wide goals and objectives.

Please join us and our collaborating departments in welcoming the following to the Messiah University community: Laura Almeida, GA for graduate programs; Allie Book, GA for assessment of student learning; Jess Carroll, GA for the Agapé Center for Local and Global Engagement (service trips); Dan Erikson GA for Alumni and Parent Engagement; Sam Erikson, GA for Academic Accessibility; Daane Harvey GA for men’s basketball; Cherish Hawkins, GA for Residence Life; Kaylin Heller, GA for Student Engagement; James Helman, GA for Athletic Communication; Gigie Gilles Jackson, GA for Student Success and Retention; Liz Meyer, GA for the Agapé Center for Local and Global Engagement (off-campus programs); Amelia Montgomery, GA for Residence Life; Liv Monturo, GA for commuter student services and FYE; Mason Scott, GA for intramural sports and open gym; and Emma Swartz, GA for women’s volleyball.

They join 4 returning graduate assistants to the Messiah campus, who will complete their degree programs and GA positions this year. Kade Anzulavich, GA for men’s basketball; Ethan Kiggins, GA for Campus Ministries; Tony Masters, GA for Residence Life; and Caleb Narber, GA for athletics marketing and game promotions.

Instructional designer shift

We are pleased to share an update regarding the organizational structure for our instructional designers. Effective Aug. 1, Rocky Allinger and Cindi Kerns will transition from Information Technology Services (ITS) to the Office of Faculty Development. This shift recognizes the valuable educational role fulfilled by our instructional designers, including technical and pedagogical support for our teaching faculty. Aligning instructional design in the Office of Faculty Development builds on the strong collaboration between these areas and offers more integrated and holistic support for teaching excellence at Messiah University. While the instructional designers’ primary reporting line will shift to the Office of Faculty Development, they will continue to work closely with colleagues in ITS. Please continue to reach out to techsupport@messiah.edu for assistance from our instructional designers. We are grateful to Rocky and Cindi for their ongoing support of our Christ-centered educational mission, and we are excited by the opportunities this new structure affords for advancing teaching excellence at Messiah University.

Christine J. Gardner, provost and Gary Nowicki, vice president for finance and planning

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Job opportunities

Campus and building services has an opening for a first shift FT, campus and building services worker, Residence Halls. 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/30124.

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, 3rd shift – Sunday-Thursday 9 p.m.-5:30 a.m. 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/29933.

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

Data Security has an opening for a full-time IT security analyst. Job related questions may be directed to Allen Snook at asnook@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30078.

For sale

Car for Sale. 2014 BMW 328 lxdrive (white) sports wagon. 140K miles. $8,000. Call Stacy for more information at ext. 3918.

Infant/toddler feeding chair. First Years 3-stage feeding/booster seat, straps to regular chair, $10. Lightly used at grandparents’ house, very good condition, no recalls. Contact Sheri Boyce (sboyce@messiah.edu)

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Aug. 21

August 21st, 2025 by INTERCOM

He replied, “Because you have so little faith.

Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed,

you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move.

Nothing will be impossible for you.”

Matthew 17:20 NIV

AROUND CAMPUS

Please review and update your emergency contact information

As we begin the new academic year, please take a moment to review and update the emergency contact information we have on file for you. Keeping this information current helps ensure we can reach the right people in the event of an emergency. To view and make changes, please follow these simple instructions:

Go to FalconLink. Search for and select the ‘Personal Information’ card.
Then, select ‘Emergency Contacts (employee).’
Review your list of names and phone numbers for individuals to be contacted in the event of an emergency.
If edits or changes are required, scroll down and select the link to ‘Update Emergency Contacts.’

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

New graduate assistants at Messiah

Stepping Forward: A Year of Holistic Programming for People with Parkinson’s

Messiah University is proud to announce it has received a $17,000 community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation to support Stepping Forward: A Year of Holistic Programming for People with Parkinson’s Disease. This interdisciplinary, yearlong wellness initiative is designed to support individuals living with Parkinson’s disease through creative, evidence-based programming. Thanks to this generous grant, it will be offered at no cost to participants. Launching in summer 2025, Stepping Forward is a yearlong interdisciplinary initiative developed by Dr. Krystal Robinson-Bert, associate professor of occupational therapy, in collaboration with Dr. Kris Hansen-Kieffer, executive director of community wellness. The series builds on four years of data-informed pilot work and brings together specialists in occupational therapy, physical therapy, music, counseling and fitness.

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Job openings

Admissions have an opening for a full-time admissions counselor. 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/29957.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time dining services associate. 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/29901.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time operations assistant for campus restaurants – summers off. Job related questions may be directed to Drew White at awhite@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29897.

Campus and building services has an opening for a first shift FT, Campus and Building Services Worker, Residence Halls. 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/30124.

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.

ata Security has an opening for a full-time IT security analyst. Job related questions may be directed to Allen Snook at asnook@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30078.

For sale

Coming Soon – 3BR, 1.5 Bath Ranch

3BR, 1.5 Bath Ranch located in the Heritage Acres neighborhood of Mechanicsburg Borough. 501 Sharon Ave, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. We are selling our home of 10 years and moving locally to a different home. Close proximity to campus (4 miles), walking distance to Kindergarten Academy, Elmwood Academy, and Down-to-Earth Coffee Shop. The house is not yet listed and will go on the market August 21 or 22. Happy to answer questions, but all showings and pricing info will go through our realtor. Will edit this post with a link to the listing once it is available. Contact Brandon Hoover and Meg Jones Hoover, bmhoover@gmail.com.

Car booster seat; infant/toddler feeding seat
Graco Turbo NT backless booster seat, $10. First Years 3-stage feeding/booster seat, straps to regular chair, $10. Both items lightly used at grandparents’ house, very good condition; no recalls. Contact sboyce@messiah.edu

FREE

Free desk. If you are interested in this free desk from Murray Library, please contact Tracy Sheaffer at tsheaffer@messiah.edu. The desk has wheels for easier moving.

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Aug. 14

August 14th, 2025 by INTERCOM

Better the poor whose walk is blameless

than the rich whose ways are perverse

Proverbs 28:6 (NIV)

AROUND CAMPUS

Save the Date: Community Day slated for Aug. 19
All employees are warmly invited to attend Community Day on Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 9 -10:15 a.m. in the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts. This ceremonial launch of the new academic year for employees features a retrospective video, special music, corporate worship and prayer and remarks from Interim President Dr. Jon Stuckey. Light refreshments and new long-sleeved Messiah shirts will be available immediately following the event in front of the High Center. All offices and departments (with the exception of Dispatch) will close from 8:45-11 a.m. to allow employees to enjoy the Community Day experience. If you have any questions, please contact Karin Bisbee, executive coordinator for the president’s office and board of trustees, at kbisbee@messiah.edu. Please remember that no food or drink is permitted in the venue with the exception of bottled water.

Wellness and compliance information for the school year
The University is required by law to communicate certain compliance and safety information to the campus community on an annual basis. A link to the booklet that contains this information and reminders of employee responsibilities is available on FalconLink (search for Wellness and Compliance Information for the School Year). Over the next few weeks, please read this document in its entirety and retain it as a resource and reference. If you have any questions or would like a hard copy of the booklet, please contact Human Resources at humanres@messiah.edu or ext. 5300.

New enrollment staff

We are delighted to introduce several new colleagues who have recently become part of our Enrollment Management team. Please join us in giving them a warm Messiah welcome! Jessica Houtz is joining undergraduate admissions as our seasonal traveling recruiter. A graduate of Shippensburg University with a degree in education, Jessica brings valuable experience from a variety of teaching roles, including most recently at Hanover Public Schools and as a literacy specialist teaching English online. She is excited to step into the world of higher education and bring her passion for students and learning to this new role. Jessica’s first day on campus is Aug. 4, and after several weeks of planning and preparation, she will hit the road throughout September and October, representing Messiah at college fairs and high school visits. We are thrilled to have her energy and enthusiasm on the team!

The Financial Aid Office is also celebrating the addition of two new team members dedicated to supporting our students and families: Victoria Williamson joined the team in June as a part-time financial aid assistant. She brings over a decade of administrative experience as an office manager and holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Lycoming College. Victoria will typically work from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., serving as the first point of contact for financial aid inquiries and assisting with processing private scholarship checks and supervising our amazing student workers. We are so grateful for the care and professionalism she brings to this important role.

Jeremy Lippert ’01 has made a meaningful transition from campus safety to financial aid, stepping into the role of financial aid counselor following the completion of his MBA from Messiah. With a background in education and a heart for service, Jeremy is well-prepared to guide students and families through the financial aid process and collaborate with campus partners to ensure a smooth path to enrollment for each student.

Launch of NEXT Steps

On Aug. 22, the inaugural five NEXT Steps students will move in and begin their journey here at Messiah. The NEXT Steps team would like to take a moment to recognize and honor everyone who has contributed to the development of this program from day one. We are deeply grateful for your dedication to championing inclusive education and for the effort you have put into making this program a reality. Your collective work has enriched the lives of these five students and will continue to positively impact all future Falcons. By embracing inclusion as part of who we are and who we strive to be, we demonstrate that, together, we can always find a way to make meaningful opportunities possible.

Amber, Jen and Lauren

Webinar with Ted Davis

This month, the National Center for Science Education is hosting a 3-part webinar to mark the centennial of the Scopes trial. Ted Davis is featured as the second presenter, on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. EDT. His talk, “Bryan’s Religious Opponents: Protestant Modernists and Science,” is based on a book he published last year with Johns Hopkins University Press. For more information, and to register as a participant, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CGS2Gf3fQhy9ze2xcPW38g#/registration

Important campus policy:

Due to Pennsylvania state regulations prohibiting the operation of certain motorized vehicles on public roadways and for safety reasons, Messiah University will no longer permit the use of personal electric or gas-powered mini vehicles on campus. This includes items such as electric scooters, hoverboards and similar devices. This applies to employees, students and guests.

Personal electric or gas operated mini vehicles (scooters, hoverboards, etc.)
Personal electric vehicles, such as scooters, hoverboards and electric skateboards, are prohibited from being operated, stored, parked or charged on campus. The same is true for gas-operated mini-vehicles (e.g., mini-bikes, scooters, etc.) These types of vehicles are prohibited from being used on campus, including all grounds, sidewalks, roadways and athletic facilities. They are also prohibited from being stored within an automobile on campus. Electric bicycles ARE permitted on campus roadways but not on pathways and sidewalks, provided users follow all traffic regulations (see Department of Safety Traffic Code and Parking Policy). Electric bicycles are not permitted to be charged on campus. Electric bicycles are not permitted in any building on campus. As a reminder, all bikes (electronic and pedal) need to be registered with the Department of Safety. For students, any unapproved PEVs or gas-operated mini-vehicles found on campus will be confiscated by safety. Safety will confiscate any electric bicycles found within any university building. All confiscated PEVs or gas-operated mini-vehicles must be collected by the owner and removed from campus at the end of the semester.

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Job Opportunities

Admissions have an opening for a full-time admissions counselor. 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/29957.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time dining services associate. 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/29901.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time operations assistant for campus restaurants – summers off. Job related questions may be directed to Drew White at awhite@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29897.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time sous chef. 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/29822.

Dining Services has an opening for a part-time PM cook. 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.

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, 3rd shift – Sunday-Thursday 9 p.m.-5:30 a.m. 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/29933.

For sale

Help me clear out my basement
Two items for sale: 1. 18″x18″x36″ inch lizard/snake tank (plus some accessories). Asking $10. 2. Everlast punching bag and stand (All pieces are present, but some bolts are missing. These should be replaceable at a hardware store). Asking $20. I can bring them to campus for viewing/purchasing. Contact Tim Van Dyke (tvandyke@messiah.edu).

Coming Soon – 3BR, 1.5 Bath Ranch

Outdoor playhouse for sale
Large playhouse in excellent, gently used condition! Great for a wide range of ages as it is spacious enough for even adults to stand up inside. $300.00. See Facebook Marketplace for full description and pictures. : https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1095858005345066/ Or contact Maria at mrippon@messiah.edu. Cash only. ** NO DELIVERY – MUST BE ABLE TO PICK UP ** If you have access to a flatbed truck or trailer, it can be disassembled into just a few larger-sized sections making reassembly easier/quicker. For a detailed description, list of features, and additional product images, it’s easiest to refer you to the Lifetime product page… https://www.lifetime.com/lifetime-290980g-deluxe-imagination-playhouse. It comes with everything that is described on the Lifetime product page as well as these extras…

Unused interior decals (these were never applied and are still new-in-box)
Modular foundation tiles which were used to provide a solid floor
Outdoor area rug as seen in the pictures
Outdoor storage box that fits under the sink and allows kids to store all their food and other toys.
Kids sized table and chairs
Bag of extra play food and a Weber grill playset
Original paperwork/instructions

Car for Sale

2014 BMW 328 lxdrive (white) sports wagon. 140K miles. $8,000. Call Stacy for more information at ext. 3618.

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August 7

August 7th, 2025 by INTERCOM

“Above all else, guard your heart,
for everything you do flows from it.”

Proverbs 4:23 (NIV)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Enrollment management staff honored and share expertise at Christian higher education conference

In May during the NACCAP conference at Houston Christian University, Virgil Angeles, associate director of admissions, social media, was honored with the Regional Service Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the enrollment management profession. Known for his creativity, relational approach, and dedication to prospective students, Virgil builds lasting connections that often extend beyond the admissions process into students’ experiences on campus. He has elevated the admissions’ social media presence to help students build community before stepping foot on campus, supported students of color through advising and mentorship, and brought joy and excellence to every aspect of his work. This award celebrates his impact on the Messiah team, our students, and the broader Christian higher education admissions community.

At the NACCAP conference, Sierra Kinslow, associate director of admissions, multicultural recruitment, gave two presentations to enrollment management colleagues from other Christian institutions. Titled “Honoring Differences and Navigating Difficult Conversations”, Sierra shared effective approaches and tactics for challenging conversations and encounters within the workplace. Additionally, she presented with JR Harris, executive director of Student Financial Services, on “Bridging the Gap: Recruiting and Retaining Underserved Populations”, highlighting how enrollment management and student financial services offices can work together to help underserved populations like students of color and first-generation students see a pathway to higher education and serve their needs as current students. They used Messiah as a framework for other schools to understand how they can work across departments to better serve students from high school through college graduation.

AROUND CAMPUS

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: Thursday, Aug. 14
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.

Agapé Center update: Requirement for international travel
All educators traveling internationally with Messiah University in the upcoming academic year must complete a brief Qualtrics survey by Aug. 15. We understand this may feel early in the process; however, it is essential for us to

Provide our international insurance provider with accurate and timely travel information. This will streamline our documentation and ensure all travelers are properly covered while abroad.
Ensure educators complete necessary approvals prior to their scheduled travel. In the future, we will send this survey at the end of the academic year (early May), allowing ample time for completion. However, due to timing adjustments this year, we are sending it out a bit later than usual and appreciate your prompt attention. Please complete the survey by Aug. 15 using the following link: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFhVR9BHk2iFZ1YWe sincerely appreciate your continued flexibility and willingness to support this improvement. Your collaboration helps us better care for and support everyone representing Messiah through off-campus travel and meaningful global learning experiences. After the survey is completed, the Agapé Center (off-campus programs) will follow up with the next steps. Please reach out to either Kate Narber or Paula Holtzinger with questions.

*Note: Cross-cultural trips are exempt from this requirement.

New enrollment staff

We’re delighted to introduce several new colleagues who have recently become part of our Enrollment Management team. Please join us in giving them a warm Messiah welcome! Jessica Houtz is joining undergraduate admissions as our seasonal traveling recruiter. A graduate of Shippensburg University with a degree in education, Jessica brings valuable experience from a variety of teaching roles, including most recently at Hanover Public Schools and as a literacy specialist teaching English online. She’s excited to step into the world of higher education and bring her passion for students and learning to this new role. Jessica’s first day on campus is Aug. 4, and after several weeks of planning and preparation, she’ll hit the road throughout Sept. and Oct., representing Messiah at college fairs and high school visits. We’re thrilled to have her energy and enthusiasm on the team!

The Financial Aid Office is also celebrating the addition of two new team members dedicated to supporting our students and families: Victoria Williamson joined the team in June as a part-time financial aid assistant. She brings over a decade of administrative experience as an office manager and holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Lycoming College. Victoria will typically work from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., serving as the first point of contact for financial aid inquiries and assisting with processing private scholarship checks and supervising our amazing student workers. We’re so grateful for the care and professionalism she brings to this important role.

Department of Safety update

Over the past several months, the Department of Safety has experienced exciting changes and welcomed new team members.

Leadership update: We’re pleased to share that Maranda Hogue is now serving as the interim director of the Department of Safety. She provides vital oversight to the department and the clery coordinator, with a work schedule that flexes based on departmental needs.

Officer promotions: Congratulations to David Weimer (2nd shift) and Brian Milore (3rd shift), who have both been promoted to senior officers/FTO. They’ll lead their respective shifts and play a key role in training staff, including our newest officers.

New team members: We’ve also recently welcomed new faces to our department:

Laura Weakland joins us as our administrative assistant.
Stephan Palmer will serve as a 1st shift officer.

Department Operations and Contact Information

As a 24/7 department, our officers typically work four 10-hour shifts to ensure continuous coverage across campus. Please note that this schedule may occasionally impact communication and response times.

For emergencies or immediate assistance, call Dispatch Services at 717-691-6005.
If you’re working with a specific officer on an event or case, feel free to reach out to them directly via email. Keep in mind they may be off shift for a day or two before responding.
For general inquiries or support, email safetydepartment@messiah.edu — this inbox is monitored throughout the day and messages will be forwarded to the appropriate staff member.

Please join me in celebrating these promotions and warmly welcoming our new team members. Thank you for your ongoing support of the Department of Safety.

For questions, feel free to reach out to Kathie Shafer.

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Job openings

The School of Science, Engineering and Health is now hiring a full-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Angela Hare at ahare@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29949.

Admissions has an opening for a full-time admissions counselor. 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/29957.

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.

Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time campus and building services worker, 3rd Shift – Sunday-Thursday 9 p.m.-5:30 a.m. 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/29933.

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.

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/29998.

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.

Campus Store Hiring – mail services staff
The Messiah University Campus Store is seeking to hire part-time mail services staff. Main job responsibilities are to intercept local delivery carriers and to sort, receive, and shelve department and student mail and packages. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. This is an ideal opportunity for a part-time Messiah employee looking for additional hours. Employment is with Slingshot, the operator of the Campus Store, and not with the university. Work hours are currently Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. year-round. Pay rate is $14/hr. If interested, please email campusstore@messiah.edu. Feel free to pass along this job posting to others outside of the Messiah community.

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