Blessed are those who are generous, because they feed the poor.
Proverbs 22:9
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Professor David Foster was recently featured on NPR Radio in Wisconsin for his collaborative work with the Forest County Potawatomi Culture Center on a workshop identifying medical and edible plants. He and student Tyler Jahraus (’24) teamed up with traditional ecological knowledge coordinator Richard Gouge to identify 77 species with native Potawatomi names. Foster hopes to continue his studies with Gouge with the outcome of preserving tribal linguistic and botanical knowledge for generations to come. The radio piece can be heard on WXPR here: https://www.wxpr.org/native-american-news/2023-10-23/forest-county-potawatomi-medicine-workshop-focuses-on-edible-and-medicinal-plants
AROUND CAMPUS
State of Private Higher Education Forum
A “State of Private Higher Education” forum focused on Messiah’s enrollment and financial metrics will be presented for all employees on Thursday, Nov. 30 in Hostetter Chapel at 3 p.m. The presentation will be led by President Kim Phipps and vice presidents John Chopka and Gary Nowicki. Please plan to attend.
Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “Shoeless Joe”
Messiah University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is excited to invite you to join us for our fall musical theatre cabaret “Shoeless Joe” on October 28-29 in Poorman Black Box Theater! “Shoeless Joe” is a new cabaret every time, uniquely built for each new cast! This fall’s “Shoeless Joe” is titled Starstruck! Be on the lookout for the “Shoeless Joe” tradition- the crazy socks giveaway during the show.
Shoeless Joe – Starstruck
A New Cabaret every time! Uniquely built for each new cast.
Directed by Susan Hurley
Featuring:
Abby Crispin
Julia Itson
Ella Murray
Julie Osburn
Alden Walker
Alysse Whaley
Accompanist: Bob Feil
Stage manager: Clara Bellot
October 28 at 8 p.m.
October 29 at 3 p.m.
Poorman Black Box Theater, Climenhaga Building
Estimated run time: 1 hour
Tickets: $5
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.
2023 Annual American Democracy Lecture
Join the History, Politics, and International Relations Department for the 2023 Annual American Democracy Lecture. Featured speaker Keisha Blain, Ph.D., is professor of Africana studies and history at Brown University. She is a nationally respected scholar, historian, and human rights advocate. A regular columnist for MSNBC, she has written about education, housing discrimination, Juneteenth, and the importance of recent movies, “Till” (2022) and “The Woman King” (2022).
Blain is the author of several books including, “Set the World on Fire: Black Nationalist Women and the Global Struggle for Freedom” and “Until I am Free: Fannie Lou Hamer’s Enduring Message to America.” She served as president of the African American Intellectual History Society from 2017 to 2021 and has been the recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, including serving as a Guggenheim Fellow (2022) and a Carnegie Fellow (2022).
Thursday, Oct. 26, 7 p.m.
The Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Parmer Hall
Book signing and reception will immediately follow lecture.
Free tickets are required for this event. To reserve, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036.
Cyber Security for your entire family
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Cyber security extends beyond our work at Messiah University and affects our families as well. Wizer is a company that provides educational and training material related to cyber security. We invite you to take 90 seconds to watch their informative video regarding cyber security in your home.
Watch the Video: https://www.wizer-training.com/kids
Invitation from Messiah Press
On Tuesday, Nov. 7, Messiah Press (Bowmansdale Building) will be hosting an Open House which will include free educational sessions that may be of interest to you as a Messiah employee or faculty member. The sessions and times are listed below. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to messpress@messiah.edu on or before end of day October 31. Space for these sessions is limited.
Please also note that during our open house, Messiah Press will not be operational.
Date: November 7
Time: See schedule below
Location: Messiah Press, 133 West Lisburn Road Mechanicsburg PA 17055
Schedule for Educational Sessions
10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Opportunities are Igniting: The Role Digital Transformation Plays in Marketing with Courtney Vitez, SVP Xerox Production.
11:15 a.m. -12:15 p.m. The Critical Role of Print in all Marketing Initiatives with RICOH
1 – 2 p.m. Professional Burnout session with Dr. Kim Deutsch
In today’s demanding professional landscape, employees juggle numerous roles and responsibilities, often contending with immense pressure that can lead to stress and potential burnout. Literature suggests that to reduce the risk of professional burnout and promote increased satisfaction with work-life balance, we must first increase awareness on what burnout is and reflect on proactive methods to manage job-related stressors. This session focuses on increasing awareness of burnout, its signs and symptoms, and proactive stress management at both individual and organizational levels. Participants will explore relevant literature, engage in practical activities, and formulate concrete goals and action plans, empowering them to reflect on strategies to build a sustainable career.
2 – 3 p.m. The Power of Partnerships, Dr. Rob Pepper, Executive Director & Assistant to the President for Innovation, Messiah University Participants will be introduced to the “4C’s of Partnerships”: coordination, communication, cooperation, and collaboration. Attention will be paid, and time given to developing an action plan that can be implemented in your specific context.
3 – 3:30 p.m. Swagforce! An introduction to a new Messiah Press vendor partner
A representative from Swagforce will share about this new campus resource for things such as t-shirts, mugs, pens, and more
3:30 – 4 p.m. Tools for Traction A can’t miss session with Steve King about teamwork and collaboration. This session will provide useful tools that will help teams focus on priorities, stay positive, get clear on issues, and gain traction as they work towards goals. Attendees will receive a free copy of the book “Traction” by Gino Wickman.
We hope you can join us and please let us know if you are coming!
Seed Library Lunch and Learn
Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from noon – 1 p.m. in the Library Athenaeum for a lunch and learn with Mt. Airy Orchards and a chance to sample different varieties of apples. Please remember to bring your own lunch and register at the following link: https://forms.gle/XRX9w7gfAwnGjJ4r8
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own an orchard? A pretty easy job, right? Yes, you must prune your trees, and mow occasionally throughout the spring and summer. But between these necessary jobs, there is plenty of down time to relax by the pool and watch the fruit grow. Fall is a bit busier; the apples must be picked. But blessed winter! During those long, cold, and dark months, there is ample time to nap and read books.
If any of this was true, there would be more farmers in the world! Farming is a labor intensive, year-around, relentless profession. Join us on November 8 to discover what it takes to run Mt. Airy Orchards, located just minutes from the Messiah Campus. Mt. Airy grows and sells multiple varieties of berries, peaches, plums, and apples. They also successfully operate a Community Supported Agriculture Program (CSA), an Agritourism business including summer programs for children, a play area with a fall corn maze, pick your own fruit, homemade baked goods, a retail store, ice cream and homemade meals, local artisan’s talents, and the list continues! We will walk through a typical year and the challenges each season offers. As a bonus, Mt. Airy grows over 20 different varieties of apples, several of which will be available for sampling! Join us to discover your new favorite apple!
Jet Dental – October 30 – raffle drawing
Jet Dental, a professional dental team, will be coming to campus on Monday, Oct. 30, from 7a.m. to 3 p.m., in Brubaker Auditorium. Everyone who signs up for an appointment will be entered into a drawing to win a FREE electric Burst toothbrush. Please see the attached flyer for more information. Services provided include comprehensive exams, cleanings, whitening, etc. This is open to all employees, dependents, and students. Your dental insurance will be billed for services (whitening is not covered by insurance). Sign up for an appointment here: https://app.nexhealth.com/appt/jetdental?lid=73476&atid=203216,203217,203218
New admissions counselors
The Office of Admissions is excited to welcome two new staff members to our team.
John Truitt ’21, admissions counselor/coordinator of youth ministry and parachurch organizations: John is a 2021 Messiah University graduate with a degree in early childhood education. He is currently in progress of earning his MBA in organizational management from Eastern University.
During his time at Messiah, John spent three years working as a student in the undergraduate admissions office that included time both as an office worker and as a telecounselor. Most recently, he served the last two years at Eastern University as a senior admissions counselor and is thrilled to bring those skills back to his alma mater.
Tania Tirado Colon, admissions counselor for Latino student recruitment: Tania comes to us as a native of Puerto Rico who moved her family to Pennsylvania in 2020. She holds a B.A. music education and an M.A. educational leadership. Her wealth of experience as an educator and life-coach, as well as a passion for serving the Latino community, make her a perfect fit for our team.
Please see the attached PDF for a cheat sheet of all admissions counselors and their territories.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
It’s our final installment in this series of posts for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this week we’re talking about how to update your software like a pro. We know it’s easy to keep putting off software updates, especially if you’re not interested in the new, “shiny” additions they offer. But software updates often contain important security updates for your devices. They can protect your software from security weaknesses, thereby lessening the chance of a criminal gaining access to your devices. So, we’ve got three simple steps for you. Let’s do this >>> https://blogs.messiah.edu/csblog/week-4-update-software/
We have exciting things happening in the Cybersecurity Education Program and we’d love to have you come along with us! Hear from our students and faculty about cyber events we’re doing on campus, student cybersecurity competitions, insights into cyber-related news and trends, and more. Sign up and get future posts delivered straight to your inbox >>> https://blogs.messiah.edu/csblog/week-4-update-software/
CLASSIFIEDS
Job opportunities
The Agape Center has an opening for a full-time director of the Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement. Job related questions may be directed to Christy Hanson at chanson@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25651.
The Department of Human Development and Family Sciences has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant to the department chair, Human Development and Family Science. Job related questions may be directed to Paul Johns at pjohns@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25600.
The eSports Program has a part-time opening for an Esports assistant coordinator (assistant coach). Job-related questions may be directed to Theresa Gaffney at tgaffney@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25633.
Messiah Press and Production has an opening for a full-time printing and bindery technician. Job related questions may be directed to Bill Althoff at BAlthoff@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25639.
The Department of Education has an opening for an adjunct professor of education- EDUC 304- math content. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25430. Job related questions may be directed to Dr. Keller at: tkeller@messiah.edu.
The Department of Education has an opening for an adjunct professor of education- principles and structures of math. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25437. Job related questions may be directed to Dr. Keller at tkeller@messiah.edu.
The Department of Education has an opening for an adjunct professor of education- teaching English language learners in K-12 Schools. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25430. Job related questions may be directed to Dr. Keller at tkeller@messiah.edu.
The Department of Student Financial Services has an opening for a full-time student financial services representative. Job related questions may be directed to JR Harris at jrharris@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25572.
The Department of Computing, Mathematics and Physics has an opening for a full-time computer science faculty member. Job related questions can be directed to Niklas Hellgren at nhellgren@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/24349.
Athletics has an opening for a part-time assistant swim coach. Job related questions may be directed to Joshua Clarke at jclarke@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25122.
The Department of Theatre has an opening for a part-time athletic trainer for the performing arts. Job related questions may be directed to Daniel Inouye at dinouye@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25685.
Messiah University has an opening for a temporary TESOL tutor. Job related questions may be directed to Kathie Shafer at kshafer@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25594
The Department of Safety has an opening for a part-time safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Bryce Wickard at bwickard@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25085.
The Department of Network Services has an opening for a full-time system administrator/analyst. Job-related questions may be directed to Tony Wyland at wyland@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/23892.
Dining Services has several part and full-time positions including a baker associate, dining services associate, and PM cook. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu.
The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time undergraduate academic services coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Kathleen Clark at kclark@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25696.
The Union Café has an opening for a full-time food services assistant. 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/25612.
Campus and Building services have a variety of full and part-time openings. Job related questions can be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu
For sale
2014 Prius 2 for sale. 93k miles, good condition. Asking $12,950. Please email with questions or interest: mroth@messiah.edu
Ink cartridges. Four HP 564 ink cartridges, almost never used, expiration dates in 2025. XL black, regular size magenta, cyan, and yellow. Asking $60 for all four. Contact tdavis@messiah.edu.
Wanted
Lanterns needed for Messiah Christmas Concert. The Messiah University Choirs are searching for 60 mismatched, decorative lanterns to borrow for the Messiah Christmas Concerts on Dec. 3 in Parmer Hall. Lanterns don’t need to light (we will add battery tea lights ourselves), and any size/color is fine. We will pick them up from you just before Thanksgiving break, and return them to you on Dec. 4. We will take great care of them! Please email Joy Meade jmeade@messiah.edu if you have a lantern (or 10!) to lend. Thank you!
