“Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”
Proverbs 28:13
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I am pleased to share with you that Dr. Cynthia Wells has been promoted to dean for faculty development, effective March 1. In this expanded educational leadership role, Cynthia will continue to advance holistic educator development initiatives while also taking on additional responsibilities supporting external funding efforts. She will serve as a member of the provost’s cabinet.
Since joining the Messiah community in 1998, Cynthia has provided creative and collaborative leadership across both curricular and co-curricular areas. I am grateful for her commitment to fostering a thriving community of educators as we collectively pursue Messiah University’s Christ-centered mission.
Please join me in congratulating Cynthia!
Christy J. Gardner, Ph.D.
Provost
BID FAREWELL
Join us for a farewell reception celebrating Dr. Rob Pepper on May 16! Light refreshments, cake and punch will be served from 2 – 4 p.m. in the Phipps Admissions and Welcome Center Board of Trustees room 310. Formal remarks from Messiah Men’s Lacrosse Coach Dan Carson and President Kim Phipps will be given at 3:15 p.m. Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.
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It is with sincere regret that we announce Lori Zimmerman will be leaving Messiah at the end of March to pursue an exciting new opportunity with Katapult Engineering in Dillsburg.
Lori first came to Messiah as a student back in the … well… back in the day! She returned in Oct. 2007 to support Ray Norman, dean of what was then the School of Math, Engineering and Business. She next worked with Dean Angela Hare at the renamed School of Science, Engineering and Health. After finishing her bachelor’s degree from Messiah in May 2017, she became the Collaboratory program manager. She then earned her MBA from Messiah in 2020 and started in her current position as executive coordinator and project manager for University Advancement and University Partnerships in January 2022 – supporting first Barry Goodling and Rob Pepper and now Rob and Jon Stuckey. A great many folks have benefited from Lori’s skills and expertise!
Throughout her entire career at Messiah, Lori has exemplified a strong work ethic, a gracious spirit, and a genuine sense of fun. She will be missed. We will gather to celebrate Lori on Thursday, March 27 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Messiah Trustees Board Room in the Phipps AWC (310). Please join us in wishing Lori the absolute best in her next chapter!
Rob Pepper
Jon Stuckey
AROUND CAMPUS
Bed sheets for Macha Mission Hospital bandages
Have any gently used sheets you do not need? Donate them to the Department of Biological Sciences to help us make bandages for the Macha Mission Hospital during Service Day! Sheets must be at least 50% cotton and clean but can be any color (even flannel). Faculty/staff may email biologyclub@messiah.edu to request a BioClub member to pick-up sheets from your office! Alternatively, sheets may be placed in the bin outside J257 in the second-floor lounge of Jordan/Kline. For more info or questions, email biologyclub@messiah.edu.
Cantus “Wanting Memories”
March 28, 7:30 p.m.
Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Parmer Hall
Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series
The “engaging” (The New Yorker) all male vocal ensemble Cantus is widely known for its trademark warmth and blend, innovative programming and riveting performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century. The Washington Post has hailed the Cantus sound as having both “exalting finesse” and “expressive power” and refers to the “spontaneous grace” of its music making. The Philadelphia Inquirer called the group nothing short of “exquisite.”
Through the Wanting Memories program, Cantus examines the fundamental connection between music and memory in all our lives. In addition to the program’s namesake, Ysaÿe M. Barnwell’s “Wanting Memories,” the program also includes timeless tunes like “Over the Rainbow” and “What a Wonderful World” that traverse the realms of nostalgia and family, loss and love, grief, laughter, fear and hope.
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.
Sahoko Sato Timpone, mezzo-soprano
April 4, 7:30 p.m.
Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts,
High Foundation Recital Hall
Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series
Japanese-American mezzo-soprano Sahoko Sato Timpone made her Carnegie Hall debut with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and has performed in many operas and concert performances throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia. She is currently on the voice faculty at Florida State University and the Lunigiana International Music Festival in Italy.
In this voice recital, Sahoko Sato Timpone celebrates musical diversity, featuring works by Gustav Mahler and Manuel de Falla, as well as works by Japanese and Belgian composers. Performed in various languages, this program offers a rich and compelling journey through a wide array of musical traditions. Sahoko Sato Timpone will be accompanied by Dr. Richard Roberson, piano.
Ticket prices are $10 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.
Service Day 2025 – Sign up to serve!
The Agapé Center’s Department for Service Learning and Community Engagement is excited to share more than 30 projects that will be taking place on campus and within the surrounding community for Service Day 2025. Our project leaders are working behind the scenes to provide diverse and impactful experiences. You simply need to sign up and show up!
All service opportunities are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Check out our website (https://www.messiah.edu/info/23663/service_day) to learn more and sign up for a project. We can’t wait to serve with you on April 10!
Special documentary screening: The Underground Railroad and Abolitionists Throughout South Central Pennsylvania Thursday, March 27 | 4 – 6 p.m. | Boyer 136 (Parmer Cinema)
We are pleased to invite you to a screening of Mr. Bryan Wade’s new documentary, The Underground Railroad and Abolitionists Throughout South Central Pennsylvania. This compelling film uncovers the hidden stories of courage and resistance that shaped our region’s vital role in the fight against slavery.
Event details:
• Documentary screening (75 minutes)
• Q&A session with filmmaker Bryan Wade
• Light refreshments will be provided
About the documentary:
This significant documentary explores the grassroots civil rights movement that flourished in our own backyard, featuring the contributions of Quakers, Black and white conductors, and other brave activists who risked everything for freedom and justice. The film has been featured at the Pennsylvania State Archives and educational institutions throughout the region.
About the filmmaker:
Bryan Wade is an educator, teacher and documentarian who has taught in the York school district. His work highlights the historical contributions of marginalized communities to Pennsylvania history.
No registration required. All are welcome!
For more information, please contact dpettegrew@messiah.edu
Signups to “read” at The Living Library are live!
The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community – Signups are live!
Please join the Office of Diversity Affairs and the Murray Library as they co-host the “Living Library: Many Stories, One Community” on Wednesday, April 9 between noon – 4 p.m.
This event is held in the library and you, as a “reader” have the opportunity to hear stories from colleagues and students as they are the “books.” Each book is on loan for 30 minutes.
Come hear these personal narratives and reserve the “books” of your choice online at: https://libguides.messiah.edu/livinglibrary
Check out this year’s two “featured” books:
President Kim Phipps: “Not What I Was Planning” and guest, Scott Frey, poet and educator: “Heavy Metal Nursing” Read more about Scott at www.scottfrey.org
If you are new to the concept of the Living Library, and have any questions, please contact Liz Kielley, discovery and metadata librarian, at ekielley@messiah.edu.
Giving Day is coming!
Messiah University Giving Day is Tuesday, April 1!
Did you know that when 50 employees give a gift, a generous donor will give $15,000 to the Messiah Fund? 100% of students receive a tuition supplement from the Messiah Fund, and that is made possible through the support of employees, parents and alumni like you! Visit www.messiahgives.com to make a gift early or on Giving Day.
Thank you for the ways you make a difference in student lives and in the success of Messiah daily!
Facility Services paint giveaway
Facility Services is giving away used latex and oil paint in 1-gallon cans and 5-gallon buckets. The paint cans/buckets will be located at the Lenhert Building, outside the facility services carpenter shop. The free paint may be picked up between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., now until Friday, April 11 or while supplies last. No returns accepted. Questions? Call Scott Zeigler at ext. 7372.
Mini Golf in the Stacks at Murray Library
Join us for an evening of mini golf in the library stacks! Teams of up to 5 players can play between 5:15-7:45 p.m. on Friday evening. Clubs, offices and groups across campus will be designing some creative holes to play. Choose from 2 unique courses! MU staff and families’ welcome. Pick your tee time and sign up for you or your group here: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d4fSjSIUgJEgCDc
Dr. Kevin H. Gary speaks on “Boredom and the Good Life”
On Thursday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m., Dr. Kevin H. Gary of Hillsdale College will speak on “Boredom and the Good Life” in Frey 110. Dr. Gary is associate professor of education at Hillsdale College. Before coming to Hillsdale, he taught at Valparaiso University and Goshen College and was a high school theology teacher before that. What constitutes a good life is the central question that animates his scholarship and teaching. He is the author of Why Boredom Matters: Education, Leisure, and the Quest for a Meaningful Life (Cambridge University Press, 2022), among other publications. Dr. Gary is passionate about liberal education as foundational for the preparation of good teachers, wise parents, and thoughtful citizens, as it aims to cultivate prudence, compassion, and a Renaissance spirit. This lecture is co-sponsored by the Ernest L. Boyer Center and the Honors Program.
Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “Anything Goes”
Messiah University’s Department of Theatre and& Dance invites you to set sail on a musical adventure of romance, chaos, and laughter with our spring musical production of “Anything Goes”, opening on April 3! Tickets are on sale now and are buy-one-get-one free for opening night!
“Anything Goes”
Music and lyrics by Cole Porter
Original book by P.G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton
and Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse
New book by Timothy Crouse and John Weidman
Directed by Daniel Inouye
Music direction by Eric Dundore
Choreography by Gregg Hurley
April 3-5, 11-12 at 8 p.m.
April 6, 13 at 3 p.m.
*April 10 at 10 a.m. school series performance recommended for jr. high and high school audiences
Miller Theater, Climenhaga Building
Recommended for general audiences. This production contains mild adult language and innuendos, as well as the use of gunshot sound effects.
“When the S.S. American heads out to sea, etiquette and convention head out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love – proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, a comical disguise, and some good old-fashioned blackmail. This hilarious musical romp across the Atlantic, features Cole Porter’s joyful score, including “I Get A Kick Out of You”, “You’re the Top” and the show-stopping “Anything Goes.” – Publisher’s description.
Estimated run time: 2 hours and 20 minutes, including one 15- minute intermission
Tickets: $15—Adults; $12—MU students (w/ID), MU employees (w/ID), Youth (under 18) and Seniors (60+)
*Tickets are Buy-One-Get-One Free for Opening Night!* 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.
ANYTHING GOES is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
Tailgating for Jobs – April 9
The Career and Professional Development Center will be hosting their annual Tailgating for Jobs career fair on April 9 from 4 – 6 p.m. in the visitor’s parking lot! Over 50 employers will be present to network with students and alums looking for jobs. There will be free hot dogs and hamburgers, as well as two food trucks (Nour Coffee and Lancaster Cupcake) with food available to purchase. This event is open to all students, alums, Messiah community members and their families! You do not want to miss this great event!
Civil discourse immigration panel
The Student Government Association and Multicultural Council would like to invite everyone to attend a panel discussion, “Seeking Home: A Conversation on Immigration, Through Faith and Community.” The panel will dive into the complexities of immigration in the United States – why people leave, how they are received, and what it means to belong. Through this conversation we hope to foster understanding, challenge assumptions, and reflect on how faith calls us to engage with those seeking refuge, opportunity and community.
Featured panelists:
Rebekah Teuscher (Church World Service) – frontline perspectives on refugee resettlement
Lita Godoy (MISP DSO, immigration attorney) – navigating legal realities
Dr. Sarah Myers (history) – unpacking immigration’s historical context
Dr. George Pickens (theology) – exploring Christian & interfaith views on immigration
Dr. Ling Dinse (social work) – the human impact of immigration policies
Event details:
Date: Tomorrow, Friday, March 28
Time: 4 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Hostetter Chapel
Food: A diverse spread of dumplings, dips and international snacks because food, like immigration, tells a story of movement and connection.
CLASSIFIEDS
Job opportunities
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.
Graduate Enrollment and Student Services has an opening for a full-time enrollment communication coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Diane Titter at dtitter@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29102.
Conference Services – Sound and Lighting has an opening for a full-time sound and lighting technician. Job related questions may be directed to Spencer Rennels at srennels@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29086.
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 University Advancement has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant to the Vice President for Advancement. Job related questions may be directed to Jon Stuckey at JStuckey@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28877.
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.
Residence Life has an opening for a temporary summer residence director. 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/28958.
Facility Maintenance has an opening for a full-time general maintenance mechanic (zone). 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/29089.
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.
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/29048.
Campus and Building Services has an opening for a part-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/28949.
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/28255.
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
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.
Department of Communication has an opening for an assistant professor of public relations. Job related questions can be directed to David Dixon at ddixon@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/28514
The Department of Education has an opening for a full-time faculty in education. Job related questions may be directed to Ashley Thomas at amthomas@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/27681
The Department of Computing, Mathematics and Physics has an opening for a part-time adjunct physics instructor. Job related questions may be directed to Niklas Hellgren at nhellgren@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29013
Lottie Dining Hall is hiring children aged 14-17 for Summer 2025! Flexible scheduling, free meal with shift, and a great atmosphere! Please contact Todd Christopher at tchristopher@messiah.edu for details!
OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS
Third Annual Spring Market Craft and Vendor Show
Immanuel Church (800 S. Market St. in Mechanicsburg) will host its third annual Spring Market on Saturday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event features more than 40 vendors, including many beautiful, handcrafted items and representatives from some of your favorite product lines. Breakfast and lunch will be served by the youth group, who are raising funds for a summer trip.