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March 7

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

Psalm 16

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Associate professor of marketing Keith Quesenberry has published the Fourth Edition of Social Media Strategy: Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations for the Consumer Revolution with Roman and Littlefield. It’s been completely revised for today’s social media landscape with many updates to make it more student, professor, and professional-friendly. With an integrated cross-discipline approach, Social Media Strategy serves as a core textbook for a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate social media college courses. Nearly 10 years after the first edition it’s become a go-to text in business and communications departments for marketing, advertising, public relations, and communications programs.
https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538180112/

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The Office of Faculty Development is pleased to announce our Faculty Development Fellows for academic years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. Faculty Development Fellows are members of the Ranked Faculty who have demonstrated excellence in their roles and displayed commitment to their professional growth and development.

Jason Renn, associate professor of politics and international relations, will serve as Faculty Development Fellow focusing on giving leadership to the Faculty of Color Thriving and Networking group, co-directing the Inclusive Excellence in Teaching Academy, and developing programmatic support for faculty scholarship.

Jenell Paris, professor of sociology and anthropology, will continue as a Faculty Development Fellow for Christian Faith and the Academic Vocation (CFAV). She will support faculty in exploring, understanding, and articulating connections between the Christian faith and their vocations as teacher-scholars. Her focus includes facilitating the CFAV dialogue sessions for faculty preparing for initial review and planning Christian Scholarship Colloquies.

David Owen, professor of computer science, and Krystal Robinson-Bert, associate professor of occupational therapy, will serve as Faculty Development Fellows for Teaching and Learning. In this capacity, they will work closely with Leah Clarke, director of teaching and learning, to support faculty in fulfilling the expectations for quality teaching at Messiah University.

Please join us in congratulating these faculty colleagues as they take on new or renewed terms as Faculty Development Fellows. We’d also like to express our deep gratitude for the good work of Devin Manzullo-Thomas, assistant professor of American religious history and interdisciplinary studies, and Erin Boyd-Soisson, professor of human development and family science, who will each conclude their service this spring after having served for two consecutive terms as Faculty Development Fellows for Teaching and Learning.

We are grateful for the many contributions of our Faculty Development Fellows to the work of the Office of Faculty Development and to Messiah University.

Cynthia Wells, associate dean for faculty development

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The Office of Faculty Development supported a strong representation of educators at 2024 Lancaster Learns, a one-day conference held on Friday, Feb. 23. Messiah University contributed as a conference sponsor. Additionally, several Messiah University educators contributed as break-out session presenters during the event. Jennifer Fisler, Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies and Professor of Education, presented Candid and Kind: Developmental Feedback on Teaching; Michelle George, associate professor of social work, and Sarah Jones, associate professor of nursing, collaborated on Utilizing Interprofessional Collaboration for Student Success in Diverse Professional Settings; Mindy Smith, assistant professor of applied health science, and Vanessa Lee, assistant professor of physical therapy, presented Undergraduate and Graduate Collaboration in Service-Learning Pedagogy; Karen Harrington, Interdisciplinary Studies, presented Utilizing the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) to Increase Critical Thinking, Inquiry, and Reflection in Higher Education Classrooms; Jennifer Dose, Professor of Management, presented Low-Stakes Quiz Design: Maximizing Learning vs. Minimizing Cheating; Melinda Burchard, professor of special education, and Sarah Myers, public service librarian, collaborated on Translating Information from Scholarly Sources to Community; Joanna Behm and Kimberly Duetsch, assistant professors of occupational therapy, presented Integrated Student Wellness Initiative; Brooke Dunbar-Treadwell, director of writing, and Robin Lauermann, professor of politics, presented A University-Wide Approach to Writing That Supports Students in Building Critical Thinking Skills Through Research; Joanna Behm and Jim Foster, assistant professors of occupational therapy, presented AI and the Classroom: Practical and Ethical Use; Cindi Kerns and Rocky Allinger, instructional designers, presented Visual Metaphor in Instructional Design: Increase Engagement and Accessibility and Sheila Rodriguez, associate professor of Spanish along with her student, Kiana Haldeman, Senior, Spanish with Teaching Certification major, presented Practice Makes Perfect: Intentional Target Language Use in the Foreign Language Classroom.

Additional attendees included faculty members Elizabeth Eveler, assistant professor of graduate education, Braden Lawson, assistant professor of graduate athletic training, Amy Porto, director and professor of nutrition and dietetics, Anne Reeve, professor of chemistry, Kelly Waltman, assistant professor of criminal justice, Nick Weaver, assistant professor of mathematics, Sean Strehlow, assistant professor of sport management and Leah Clarke, director of teaching and learning, and director and professor of the Graduate Program in Counseling.

Please join me in thanking these colleagues for their commitment to excellence in teaching.

Cynthia A. Wells, associate dean for faculty development
Director of The Ernest L. Boyer Center
Professor of Higher Education

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Michael Zigarelli, professor of leadership, published an article in the latest edition of Christian Scholar’s Review entitled “Near-Death Experiences and the Emerging Implications for Christian Theology.” The article may be of special interest to those seeking evidence for whether an afterlife exists, as well as those looking for an alternative way to lead others toward God. It is available online at https://christianscholars.com/near-death-experiences-and-the-emerging-implications-for-christian-theology

BID FAREWELL

Murray Library bids farewell to Kimberly Steiner, interlibrary loan specialist, as she embarks on an exciting new chapter of her career journey. Since 2015, Kimberly has been an invaluable member of our Murray Library family, bringing forth innovations and efficiencies to our interlibrary loan process. Her dedication and expertise have not only facilitated access to rare and foreign language materials but have also elevated ILL services to new heights.

Kimberly’s impact extends far beyond the realms of interlibrary loan. She has been a true champion of campus partnerships and student-focused programming, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to enhancing the student experience. Her original events such as Clue, CrafTea, and Mini Golf have become beloved traditions at our library, highlighting her boundless creativity and passion for engaging students. Kimberly’s involvement in significant initiatives like MLK Day planning and Living Library programming embodied her dedication to fostering inclusivity and dialogue. She has also served as a leader on Agape Center service trips. The library is a better and more beautiful place thanks to her attention to displays and details.

As Kimberly sets sail for new horizons at Dickinson College as the associate director of campus life for orientation and campus activities, we will undoubtedly miss her infectious energy and innovative spirit. Her final day is Friday, March 22. You are invited to submit sendoff messages to Liz Kielley (ekielley@messiah.edu) by March 8 to compile into a book of well wishes, as we express our gratitude and best wishes for Kimberly’s future endeavors.

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The Department of Nursing bids farewell to Ashley Ringquist, graduate clinical coordinator, as she embarks on a new career chapter. A department celebration was held for Ashley on Wednesday Feb 28, her last day at Messiah.

Ashley’s started at Messiah in July of 2014, and for nearly ten years, she served as both an administrative assistant and graduate clinical coordinator. In 2021, her role split, and she served as the graduate clinical coordinator until her departure. At Messiah, she was crucial in establishing clinical partnerships across the United States. Ashley went above and beyond to help students find good learning experiences for the various nursing students we serve (Family Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Educators, Nursing Administrators, and RN-BSN students).

Outside of her day-to-day role, Ashley was instrumental in helping assemble our annual Department Newsletter, serving on the social committee, and serving on various other Department committees as needed. She was with us through several rounds of accreditation and adopting a new clinical tracking software program, leaving us in exceptionally good hands. She worked to connect other departments that use the same clinical tracking program to troubleshoot challenges. Her persistence in ensuring the platform was user-friendly and everyone was trained to use it was invaluable.

Please keep Ashley in your prayers as she takes on a new role at Rasmussen University, where she will serve as a remote clinical coordinator for their Florida-based nursing program. We will miss Ashley dearly. If you would like to wish her well, please email baumen@messiah.edu for contact information.

AROUND CAMPUS

Young Writers’ and Young Filmmakers’ Summer Academic Camps

This summer, the Young Writers’ and Young Filmmakers’ will
hold their academic camps with commuter and resident options.
The Young Filmmakers’ Workshop provides college-level film-making skills for
students in rising grades 10-12. Students will leave with an understanding of how to
be a writer, director, actor, cinematographer and editor. This camp is being held on
June 23 – 28. To learn more about this camp, visit the website at
http://www.messiah.edu/filmmakersworkshop

The Young Writers’ Workshop provides college-level writing skills development for
students in rising grades 9 – 12. The workshop offers intensive courses in creative
writing taught by published faculty and writers, poetry readings and a variety of activities.
This camp will be held on June 23– 28. To learn more about our Young Writers’ Workshop, visit the website at http://www.messiah.edu/writersworkshop.

A 25% discount off the tuition for either workshop is offered to the dependents of Messiah employees.

Exploring Careers in Healthcare Summer Day Camp

The School of Science, Engineering, and Health is pleased to once again offer Exploring Careers in Healthcare summer day camp, June 10-12, for students entering 10th, 11th and 12th grades this fall. Our camp is designed for students to explore some of the most dynamic healthcare professions, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, applied health science and nutrition and dietetics, from a faith-based perspective. Patient case studies will provide context for engaging, hands-on activities, demonstrations and panel discussions in state-of-the-art facilities on our main campus and at Winding Hill, led by Messiah’s expert faculty, students, and professional practitioners. If you or someone you know is interested, we invite you to learn more and register at https://www.messiah.edu/healthcareerscamp before June 2. Please email healthcareerscamp@messiah.edu with any questions.

Looking for “books” for the Living Library

The Living Library: Many stories, One Community (formerly the Human Library Project) is where Messiah students, faculty and staff become open books, sharing their personal stories with readers. The Living Library is designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. The Living Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers.
Please consider participating as a “book” in the Living Library @ the Murray Library on Wednesday, April 10. As a living book, you would be sharing your story with others in the Messiah University community in a moderated 25-minute session.
Please complete this application to be a book no later than Friday, March 15: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37v5VgYD9SA3g5D

Questions may be directed to Todd Allen, vice president for Diversity Affairs at tallen@messiah.edu or Liz Kielley, Discovery and metadata librarian at ekielley@messiah.edu

Tech Support – Did you know?

Qualtrics – Qualtrics has changed their licensing from unlimited responses to a set number of responses allotted to Messiah. This allocation of responses should be sufficient for the needs of Messiah this year. However, if you are using Qualtrics for basic processes such as a sign-in/sign-out system there may be another software that can save Messiah responses and still meet your needs. Please refer to the knowledge base https://blogs.messiah.edu/ETS/kb/forms-forms-on-campus/ for some information about the different form/survey tools on campus and/or contact techsupport@messiah.edu for more detailed guidance.
• Chrome, Edge, or Firefox? – Chrome and Edge can be signed into using Messiah credentials, and will synchronize with the Messiah password, making it easy to back up and restore bookmarks, passwords, etc. Firefox requires an account that will NOT synchronize with the Messiah credentials requiring you to remember another password. There is no longer a recommended browser to use on campus.
• Zoom Phones/Caller ID – As the campus switches to the new Zoom phone system, please note internal caller id numbers will appear as 223-285-xxxx instead of their extension until the system is completely switched. Please continue to use the 4-digit extension and not the 10-digit phone number to contact others on campus.

Boyer Legacy Award and Class of 1964 Carlton Wittlinger Award

The Boyer Legacy and Wittlinger Awards section committee, which is comprised of Cynthia Wells, Devin Manzullo-Thomas, and Jon Stuckey, is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients.

2024 Boyer Legacy Award: Rachel Baksa

The Ernest L. Boyer Center annually bestows a Messiah University junior with this award in honor of the legacy of Ernest L. Boyer, Sr. Recipients demonstrate Dr. Boyer’s broad accomplishments and convictions, including his passionate commitment to viewing education as a means to solving societal challenges and his ardent emphasis that leadership is grounded in service.

This year’s recipient is Rachel Baksa. The selection committee greatly appreciated her thoughtful essay, highlighting her commitments to serving students that our educational systems neglect and her efforts toward building community among teachers.

Thank you to Sarah Fischer who nominated Rachel for the award.

2024 Class of 1964 Carlton Wittlinger Award: Isabella Farrington

A graduate of Messiah Junior College in 1935, Dr. Wittlinger returned to Messiah and served over 35 years as a teacher and visionary administrator. The Class of 1964 Wittlinger Award seeks to honor students who demonstrate Dr. Carlton Wittlinger’s broad academic accomplishments, including his qualities of persistence and unselfish dedication, as they pursue and develop their own leadership skills.

This year’s recipient is Isabelle (Bella) Farrington. The selection committee was deeply impressed by the many ways Bella seeks to inflect service, leadership, and reconciliation into her various commitments on- and off-campus.

Thank you to Jason Renn who nominated Bella for the award.

Both awards carry a $1,500 cash prize.

We are grateful to the COE for all nominations and look forward to another round of awards in 2025!

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The Department of Engineering has an opening for a full-time director, Collaboratory for Strategic Partnerships and Applied Research. Job related questions may be directed to Brian Swartz at bswartz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26566.

Graduate Studies: Administration has an opening for a full-time state authorization and licensure manager. Job related questions may be directed to Jennifer Fisler at jfisler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26532.

The Department of Engineering has an opening for a part-time, temporary administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Philip Tan at ptan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26328.

The Admissions Office 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/26174.

The Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Paula Holtzinger at pholtzinger@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26176.

The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time records and registration 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/25904.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time dining room supervisor. Job related questions may be directed to Todd Christopher at tchristopher@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26390.

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.

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

The Department of Education has an opening for a full-time faculty in education. Job related questions may be directed to Beverly Pitcher Johnson at bjohnson@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25934.

Dining services is now accepting applications for summer Lottie workers. Job related questions may be directed to Todd Christopher at tchristopher@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26530.

Campus and Building Services is now accepting applications for summer workers. Job related questions may be directed to Denise Blackley at dblackley@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26554.

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Feb. 29 – Leap Day

Thursday, February 29th, 2024

Commit your way to the LORD; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noonday sun.

Psalm 37:5-6

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We are grateful for the many contributions of our Faculty Development Fellows to the work of the Office of Faculty Development and to Messiah University.

–Cynthia Wells, associate dean for faculty development

BID FAREWELL

Information Technology Services invites you to honor Chris Culbert as we celebrate his retirement after nearly three decades of service.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 29
Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
Location: PAWC 310

Chris’s journey at the university began in 1992 and over the years he has played a key role in modernizing Messiah’s communications infrastructure as the institution moved from islands of isolated buildings to an interconnected campus providing solid data communications everywhere. He leaves the institution in great shape for the future having installed innovative air blown fiber optics, introduced in-building cellular, assisted with door access and video security, and found ways to save many budget dollars as well as bringing additional funds.

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Kimberly’s impact extends far beyond the realms of interlibrary loan. She has been a true champion of campus partnerships and student-focused programming, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to enhancing the student experience. Her original events such as Clue, CrafTea, and Mini Golf have become beloved traditions at our library, showcasing her boundless creativity and passion for engaging students. Kimberly’s involvement in significant initiatives like MLK Day planning and Living Library programming embodied her dedication to fostering inclusivity and dialogue. She has also served as a leader on Agape Center service trips. The library is a better and more beautiful place thanks to her attention to displays and details.

AROUND CAMPUS

Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Spitfire Grill”

The Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present our spring musical production of “The Spitfire Grill” opening on Feb. 29! Tickets are on sale now and are buy one, get one free for opening night!

“The Spitfire Grill”
Music and book by James Valcq
Lyrics and book by Fred Alley
Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff
Directed by Ed Cohn
Music direction by Eric Dundore

Feb. 29, March 1-2, 5-7 at 8 p.m.
March 2-3 at 3 p.m.
*March 5 at 10 a.m. school series performance for junior high and high school students

Miller Theater, Climenhaga Building

Based on the hit film, “The Spitfire Grill” is a heartwarming and inspirational musical tale of redemption, perseverance, and family. A torn page from an old travel book sparks parolee Percy Talbot to journey to a small town in Wisconsin. There she finds a new life working at the Spitfire Grill. The folks in this depressed town have more to worry about than Percy’s past, but fear and hesitancy turn to friendship when Percy schemes to revive the old grill by raffling it off. The entry fee is one hundred dollars, and the best essay on why you want the grill wins. Soon mail is arriving by the wheelbarrow full, and things are definitely cookin’ at the Spitfire Grill.

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

Tickets: $15—Adults; $12—MU students and 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.

THE SPITFIRE GRILL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

An Evening with Michael Beschloss, “Presidential Courage”

Wednesday, March 6, 7:30 p.m., Parmer Hall

Michael Beschloss is an award-winning historian, scholar of leadership and bestselling author of 10 books, most recently the acclaimed New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller “Presidents of War.”

Beschloss appears regularly on television as the “NBC News” presidential historian and contributor to “PBS NewsHour.” He has also been a contributing columnist to the New York Times. He has won an Emmy for his television work and received six honorary degrees and numerous other awards. He has the largest Twitter following of any American historian, in the neighborhood of 400,000. His Twitter account appears on Time Magazine’s list of the world’s top Twitter feeds. He has served as a historian at the Smithsonian, a scholar at the University of Oxford and a senior fellow of the Annenberg Foundation. Among his earlier books are two volumes on Lyndon Johnson’s secret tapes; “The Conquerors” about Franklin Roosevelt, Nazi Germany and the Holocaust; and “Presidential Courage.” He was also co-author (with Caroline Kennedy) of the No. 1 global bestseller “Jacqueline Kennedy: Historic Conversations about Life with John F. Kennedy.”

Ticket prices are $25 for adults; $10 for Messiah University students (with ID) and youth (18 and under). To purchase tickets, contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036 or online at www.messiah.edu/tickets.

St. John Passion

March 1, 7:30 p.m., Parmer Hall

Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series

Celebrate the 300th anniversary of J.S. Bach’s stunning “St. John Passion” with Messiah’s Chamber Singers, the Schola Sancti Gregorii from St. Lawrence Church, and orchestra. This emotive setting of the passion story il – luminates Jesus’ humanity and divinity through Bach’s genius writing and devout theological convictions. Compositional symmetry, symbol – ism, complex harmonies, poignant chorale settings and passionate performers narrate the most profound story ever told.

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.

Visit arts.messiah.edu for more information.

Tech Support – Did you know?

Emailing techsupport@messiah.edu generates a support ticket, which will be assigned to an available technician. This ensures your issue receives attention, even if someone is out of the office. Be as specific as possible in your email, such as including a screenshot of the issue you are experiencing, when applicable.
Software costs are a significant expense to the University, and there are many options for similar software that Messiah already subscribes to or is free to use. Before looking at “new” software, please check the University Software List for a comparable item. The list is located at https://blogs.messiah.edu/ETS/kb/software-software-list/
Aventri charges $5 per response regardless of whether it is for a paid event. So while creating and sending events is free, the responses incur costs.
Qualtrics is now a pay-per-response software. Messiah does have a set response allowance from Qualtrics, but Microsoft Forms may be an easier option for basic sign-in/sign-out processes and surveys. If you need assistance in determining the best option, please contact techsupport@messiah.edu.

Update from Falcon Fitness Center

We are pleased to announce that Nate Nester will be joining the Community Wellness Staff as the director of the Falcon Fitness Center on Monday, March 11. Nate will be giving leadership to the day-to-day operations of the fitness center ensuring excellent facilities and services for both our internal and external community members and supporting the PREP initiative. After working as a licensed athletic trainer for the last 10 years, the past two with Messiah athletics, Nate is excited about the opportunity to broaden his passion for helping individuals attain their health and wellness goals.

Term tenure and promotion presentation

We invite all faculty to attend Don Zhao’s term tenure presentation: Genome Editing and the Christian Worldview: The Ethical Challenge Faced by Biomedical Professionals. The presentation is a requirement for his Christian Faith and Academic Vocation (CFAV) review and will be held on March 19 (noon – 1 p.m.) at Winding Hill 140. If you are interested in his presentation but cannot attend in person, you may join the following zoom link for a live-stream: https://messiah.zoom.us/j/95932200947?from=addon

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Murray Library has an opening for a part-time library evening circulation supervisor. Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Myers at smyers@messiah.edu (librarian). For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26159.

The Department of Engineering has an opening for a part-time, temporary administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Philip Tan at ptan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26328.

Murray Library has an opening for a full-time director of the Murray Library. Job related questions may be directed to David Weaver-Zercher at dzercher@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25707.

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

Sofa for sale. Craftmaster striped sofa in great condition. 89″ L, 35″H, 35″D. Mechanicsburg pick up. $75. Contact Tina Keul tkeul@messiah.edu

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Feb. 22

Thursday, February 22nd, 2024

“A new commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”

John 13:34

BID FAREWELL

Information Technology Services invites you to honor Chris Culbert as we celebrate his retirement after nearly three decades of service.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 29
Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
Location: PAWC 310

AROUND CAMPUS

The Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present the 2024 Humanities Symposium dance concert “Many Parts, One Body: Dance explorations of the American Project” on Friday, Feb 23 at 4 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. in Poorman Black Box Theater, Climenhaga Building.

Tickets are required due to limited seating. Reserving tickets in advance is recommended. Tickets can be reserved online at messiah.edu/tickets, by phone at 717-691-6036, or at the door as available.

The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community

The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community (formerly the Human Library Project) is where Messiah students, faculty, and staff become open books, sharing their personal stories with readers. The Living Library is designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. The Living Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers.
Please consider participating as a “book” in the Living Library at the Murray Library on Wednesday, April 10. As a living book, you would be sharing your story with others in the Messiah University community in a moderated 25 minute session.
Please complete this application to be a book no later than Friday, March 15: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37v5VgYD9SA3g5D

Questions may be directed to Todd Allen, vice president for diversity affairs at tallen@messiah.edu or Liz Kielley, discovery and metadata librarian, at ekielley@messiah.edu

Please complete this application no later than Friday, March 15.

Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Spitfire Grill”

“The Spitfire Grill”
Music and book by James Valcq
Lyrics and book by Fred Alley
Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff
Directed by Ed Cohn
Music direction by Eric Dundore

Feb. 29, March 1-2, 5-7 at 8 p.m.
March 2-3 at 3 p.m.
*March 5 at 10 a.m. school series performance for junior high and high school students

Miller Theater, Climenhaga Building

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

THE SPITFIRE GRILL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

An Evening with Michael Beschloss, “Presidential Courage”

Wednesday, March 6, 7:30 p.m., Parmer Hall

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

Murray Library has an opening for a part-time library evening circulation supervisor. Job related questions may be directed to Sarah Myers at smyers@messiah.edu (librarian). For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26159.

The Department of Engineering has an opening for a part-time CES local chapter assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Philip Tan at ptan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26328.

Grounds Services has an openings for part-time seasonal groundskeepers. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Graybill at mgraybill@messiah.edu. For more info and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu.

Data Security has an opening for a full-time IT security analyst. Job related questions can be directed to Allen Snook at asnook@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26295.

The Admissions Office 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/26174.

Dining Services has an opening for a full-time dining room supervisor. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz @mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu.

The Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Paula Holtzinger at pholtzinger@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26176.

The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time records and registration 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/25904.

Murray Library has an opening for a full-time director of the Murray Library. Job related questions may be directed to David Weaver-Zercher at dzercher@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25707.

The Department of Safety has an opening for a full-time 3rd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Bryce Wickard at bwickard@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25830.

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.

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

Sofa for sale. Craftmaster striped sofa in great condition. 89″ L, 35″H, 35″D. Mechanicsburg pick up. $75. Contact Tina Keul tkeul@messiah.edu

FREE

3 Brand new furnace air filters, Size 16x21x1
Merv 13. Email Bill: balthoff@messiah.edu if interested.

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Feb. 15

Wednesday, February 14th, 2024

Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.

John 6:54

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Emerson Powery, interim dean of the School of Arts, Culture and Society and professor of Biblical Studies, has been working on a multi-year project of co-editing the upcoming New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition of the Bible called The Westminster Study Bible. This edition includes interpretive materials from over eighty leading biblical experts (including Messiah’s Rebecca Harris and Brian Smith) who, as teachers in a variety of educational settings, are sensitive to how the biblical texts have been received, what their cultural and social consequences have been, and how readers might hear them now in multiple contexts. To learn more about Emerson’s work, please visit: https://www.wjkbooks.com/Pages/Item/60046/Westminster-Study-Bible.aspx

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Beth Transue ’93, information literacy librarian, presented at the 2024 PA Library Association Frontline Conference, a one-day online conference designed for frontline library staff. The presentation, “Moving Beyond Dr Google: Providing Consumer Health Literacy in the Library”, provided recommendations for how library staff can connect patrons with credible health information while understanding and respecting professional roles and boundaries.

BID FAREWELL

The Department of Marketing and Communication invites you to honor Ramona Fritschi, as we celebrate her retirement following 15 years of dedicated service to our institution. Join us for a special gathering to recognize Ramona’s significant contributions and commitment to excellence in supporting messiah.edu and advancing numerous digital accessibility initiatives.

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 20

Time: 2 – 4 p.m.

Location: Boyer Atrium

AROUND CAMPUS

The Center for Public Humanities is pleased to invite you to the 2024 Humanities Symposium on “The American Project”

The 2024 Humanities Symposium will be held during the week of Feb. 19-23. The CPH executive committee is eager to provide a forum for the University community and the wider public to engage in our weeklong conversation through faculty-student conversations, interdisciplinary and departmental panels, and artistic performances such as dance, film, concerts, poetry readings, and exhibitions.

Our featured speaker, Philip S. Gorski, Ph.D., is professor of sociology and religious studies at Yale University. He writes on religion and politics in early modern and modern Western Europe and North America from a comparative historical perspective. His empirical work focuses on topics such as state formation, nationalism, revolution, economic development, and secularization, with particular attention to the interaction of religion and politics. He is the author of several book-length studies in these fields. His current work focuses on the history and politics of white Christian nationalism and American civil religion.

Keynote Address: “Un/Civil Religion: American Christianity and Liberal Democracy in Crisis”

Date: Feb. 22

Location: Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Parmer Hall

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free tickets are required for this event. To reserve, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036 option #1 or online at messiah.edu/tickets.

Book sales will be available before the keynote address and sales and signing will be available after the keynote address.

Messiah University Department of Theatre and Dance presents 2024 Humanities Symposium Dance Concert: “Many Parts, One Body: Dance explorations of the American Project”

Messiah University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present the 2024 Humanities Symposium dance concert “Many Parts, One Body: Dance explorations of the American Project” on Friday, Feb. 23 at 4 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. in Poorman Black Box Theater, Climenhaga Building.

Tickets are required due to limited seating. Reserving tickets in advance is recommended. Tickets can be reserved online at messiah.edu/tickets, by phone at 717-691-6036, or at the door as available.

Updates from the Division of Student Success and Engagement

The Division of Student Success and Engagement is delighted to welcome the following new employees to our Messiah family. We are also thrilled to announce new role changes for some of our existing employees.

Office of Student Engagement:

Curtis Kurtz was promoted to director of student engagement. Curtis is a proud Messiah Alum and has served at Messiah University for the past four years in Residence Life. Most recently, he served as the assistant director of residence life for first year experience and the residence director of Bittner Hall. During his master’s program, Curtis had the opportunity to intern with the Activities Programming Board at Shippensburg University, which helped grow his passion for student engagement. He is excited to continue serving our Messiah students in this new capacity and to lead the student engagement team.

Joshua Grimm is our new head eSports coordinator and coach. Josh comes to us from Lycoming College where he served as a full-time athletic trainer and as their first-ever eSports coach. Juggling the responsibilities of both roles, he was able to play a pivotal role in propelling Lycoming to its first eSports success in 2021 with a Madden championship. Joshua also worked with their Valorant, Hearthstone, and League of Legends teams and worked with their men’s basketball team. Additionally, he worked as an athletic trainer for the MLB Draft League and was a part of the UPMC eSports committee. Joshua holds a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a master’s degree in sports and exercise psychology both from Lock Haven University.

Engle Center

Dr. John D. Goddard, CAADC, C-DBT is our new Engle counselor/program director of drug and alcohol education. John comes to us with 20 years of counseling experience in the mental health and addictions field working with a wide diversity of clients in a variety of settings. He has worked with children and adolescents in the school setting, as well as intensive, in-home family therapy. In addition, he provided individual, couples, and group therapy sessions in outpatient settings. John’s approach to care is integrative and his areas of interest include Christian counseling, spirituality, addictions, eating disorders, and the complex interactions between physical and mental health.

Alissa Ford, MA, NCC is our new part time Engle Center counselor. She is a Messiah alum earning both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Messiah. She is a National Certified Counselor and has experience working with clients from all walks of life in a variety of settings including inpatient, partial, and outpatient private practice. She has a niche for working with the young adult and adult populations. Alissa served as an intern at the Engle Center and is so excited to officially be joining the staff!

Mendelssohn Piano Trio “The American Experience”

Feb. 18, 4 p.m.
High Foundation Recital Hall

Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series

Mendelssohn Piano Trio will explore the American experience in music through juxtaposition of “Piano Trio No. 2” by Arthur Foote, the first American-trained outstanding classical composer, “Nocturnes” by Ernest Bloch, who founded the Cleveland Institute of Music, and “Piano Trio” by Erich Korngold, who created some of the most memorable scores for Hollywood and impacted generations of American composers, including John Williams.

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.

Welcoming Laurie de la Riva as lab coordinator

The Department of Biological Sciences has hired Laurie de la Riva in their lab coordinator role. Welcome Laurie!

The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community

Questions may be directed to Todd Allen, vice president for diversity affairs at tallen@messiah.edu or Liz Kielley, discovery and metadata librarian, at ekielley@messiah.edu

Please complete this application no later than Friday, March 15.

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The Department of Engineering has an opening for a part-time CES Local Chapter assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Philip Tan at ptan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26328.

Community Wellness has an opening for a full-time assistant director of the Falcon Fitness Center. Job related questions can be directed to Kris Hansen-Kieffer at khansen@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26273.

Data Security has an opening for a full-time IT security analyst. Job related questions can be directed to Allen Snook at asnook@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26295.

Murray Library has an opening for a full-time director of the Murray Library. Job related questions may be directed to David Weaver-Zercher at dzercher@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25707.

The Department of Safety has an opening for a full-time 3rd shift safety officer/dispatcher. Job related questions may be directed to Bryce Wickard at bwickard@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25830.

For Sale

Bunny earrings (great gift for Easter basket). Who wouldn’t love a pair of these cute bunny earrings? They would make a great gift for an Easter basket or for a special friend who just loves bunnies. $10 each or 2/$15 (indicate posts or wire hooks, and only in silver). Email: sportko@messiah.edu

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February 8

Thursday, February 8th, 2024

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”

1 Peter 5:7

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Business Department Professor Keith Quesenberry’s research paper “Time Is on Story’s Side: Story Development Impacts Daily Shares of Viral Advertising Videos” has been accepted to be presented at the annual Society of Business, Industry, and Economics academic conference in April. A continuation of previous storytelling research with Michael Coolsen, professor of marketing at Shippensburg University, it expands previous analysis of over 100 YouTube viral ad videos that found more fully developed stories on a 0 to 5 act drama scale increased total shares and views. This additional regression analysis found a sharper decline in shares for videos that tell a less developed story over a 23-day period indicating that viral advertising videos are shared for a longer time, or stay viral longer, with a story.

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Todd Goranson, DMA, RN, professor of music, presented a one-hour guest lecture titled “Mental and Musculoskeletal Health for the Performing Musician” at Towson University’s Center for the Arts on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Goranson was the invited speaker for the spring semester opening convocation for Towson’s 150 undergraduate music majors and their music faculty.

BID FAREWELL

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 20

Time: 2 – 4 p.m.

Location: Boyer Atrium

AROUND CAMPUS

Murray Library’s February 2024 newsletter

What’s New in the Library? Read our February newsletter containing the latest news on events and displays, staff, and more! Read the newsletter on Mosaic. https://mosaic.messiah.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1047&context=lib_pub

2024 Employee Award nominations

Do you work with someone who has gone above and beyond expectations this past year? Nominate them for recognition at this Spring’s Employee Recognition Picnic on Monday, May 13! Please see the attached form or use the links below to submit nominations from now until March 1.

Team Falcon Award: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3a3ysYH9TIgySfI
The Team Falcon Award is given to recognize a group or team that collaborated successfully on a significant project or initiative that advanced departmental or university-wide goals.

Road to Reconciliation Award: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b4xIqJSdXn2ZpCC
The Road to Reconciliation Award is given to employees who have demonstrated a leadership role related to reconciliation beyond the expectations of their positions.

Pride in Performance Award: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6sxQR0D7CYcpI90
The Pride in Performance Award is given to administrative and staff employees who have demonstrated remarkable competence in their role along with a consistent commitment to excellence and to working successfully with others to achieve the goals of the University.

President’s Award: https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3sBNDNcc1aXKB0
The President’s Award is given to administrative and staff employees who have demonstrated significant commitment, ingenuity,

The Center for Public Humanities is pleased to invite you to the 2024 Humanities Symposium on “The American Project”

Keynote Address: “Un/Civil Religion: American Christianity and Liberal Democracy in Crisis”

Date: Feb. 22

Location: Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Parmer Hall

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free tickets are required for this event. To reserve, please contact the Messiah University Box Office at 717-691-6036 option #1 or online at messiah.edu/tickets.

Book sales will be available before the keynote address and sales and signing will be available after the keynote address.

Seed Library

The Murray Library Seed Library will be kicking off the spring season on Monday, Feb. 12! Stop by Murray Library any time beginning that day to browse our seed directory and “check out” some seeds. The Seed Library is:
• Completely free
• Open to anyone (no library card needed)
• Stocked with over 75 varieties of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds
Check out more information on our website by visiting https://libguides.messiah.edu/seed. Happy Gardening!

Central Pennsylvania Forum for Science and Faith presents spring lecture

Please join us as we welcome Dr. Jessica Moerman, President and CEO of the Evangelical Environmental Network and co-founding pastor of Grace Capital City church, to campus to deliver a talk entitled, “Climate Change: What God’s Creation is Telling Us.” Dr. Moerman’s talk is Wednesday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. in Alexander Auditorium, Frey Hall 110. We look forward to an enlightening and inspiring talk.

Changes at the Falcon Fitness Center

I am pleased to announce that Kris Hansen-Kieffer has agreed to serve as the Executive Director of Community Wellness with a strong emphasis on the PREP programming and partnerships, collaboration with the academic departments as well as supervising the day-to-day operations of the Fitness Center. The Fitness Center is an important part of our community wellness program and we have already seen success in several new programs that Kris has worked to develop.

There is a current search for an associate director of the Fitness Center who will give leadership to day-to-day operations. If you have questions related to the services of the Fitness Center, please check out the website at https://fitness.messiah.edu/fitness-center/ or email fitnesscenter@messiah.edu.

Department of Theatre and Dance students excel at Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

The Department of Theatre and Dance sent students from the disciplines of design, directing, and performance (both musical performance and other) to compete in the 2024 Region II Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) at the end of January. KCACTF is a national theatre program involving over 600 academic institutions with the aim of improving the quality of higher education theater in the United States. Students are nominated by outside respondents to participate and showcase their work at one of the annual regional festivals.

Abby Crispin, Julia Itson, Eleanor Mund, Sammi Shuma, and Alysse Whaley were nominated to participate in the Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship Competition. Out of 200 participants, Alysse Whaley and her scene partner Eleanor Mund were selected to advance to the finalist round of 16 performers, and Eleanor Mund won the award for “Best Scene Partner” for the event.

Abby Crispin, Eleanor Mund and Ella Murray participated in the Musical Theatre Competition, and Ella Murray was selected as a finalist for the competition.

Lydia Matson was nominated to participate in the conference’s design/tech and management exhibition for her work as the costume designer for “Alabama Story.” Carmi Wilmot participated in the festival and served as a directing coach for student scenes.

The Department of Theatre and Dance is proud of the excellent work showcased by our students.

Updates from the Division of Student Success and Engagement

Office of Student Engagement:

Joshua Grimm is our new head esports coordinator and coach. Josh comes to us from Lycoming College where he served as a full-time athletic trainer and as their first-ever esports coach. Juggling the responsibilities of both roles, he was able to play a pivotal role in propelling Lycoming to its first esports success in 2021 with a Madden championship. Joshua also worked with their Valorant, Hearthstone, and League of Legends teams and worked with their men’s basketball team. Additionally, he worked as an athletic trainer for the MLB Draft League and was a part of the UPMC esports committee. Joshua holds a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a master’s degree in sports and exercise psychology both from Lock Haven University.

Engle Center

Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement

Paula Holtzinger is our new director of the Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement. Paula’s various experiences in service learning, global study, and service, as well as community partner relations wonderfully reflect the mission of the Agape Center. Paula is a proud graduate of Messiah’s peace and conflict studies program. The transformative experiences she had as a student leader and director with the Agape Center influenced her decision to pursue international work through the English Language Institute where she facilitated experiential learning opportunities and taught English in Vietnam, Lebanon, Hong Kong, and Cambodia. Paula also served as an emergency response assistant for Lebanon and Syria with Mennonite Central Committee in Beirut. From there, Paula joined Journey’s End Refugee Settlement Services as the employment training program manager in Buffalo, NY. Most recently, Paula has served as the administrative assistant to the Agape Center team while completing her graduate work in restorative justice, trauma, and resilience in educational environments.

Residence life

Julianna “Jules” Pinelli is our new residence director who will be serving as the Interim Bittner RD for this spring 2024 semester. Jules joins us from Wheaton College where she is completing the last semester of her master’s in higher education and student development, having served as a graduate resident advisor at Wheaton for the past year and a half. Jules received her Bachelors in Psychology from Cornerstone University where she served as an RA for two years. Originally from Long Island, NY, Jules loves going for walks, coffee, hosting friends and family, and baking.

Nikki Murren has agreed to serve as interim assistant director of residence life for first year experience and will also continue serving from her current location as Naugle residence director.

Mendelssohn Piano Trio “The American Experience”

Feb. 18, 4 p.m.
High Foundation Recital Hall

Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series

CLASSIFIEDS

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Department of Engineering has an opening for a part-time CES local Chapter assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Philip Tan at ptan@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26328.

The Department of Education has an opening for a full-time faculty in education. Job related questions may be directed to Beverly Pitcher Johnson at bjohnson@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25934.

FOR SALE

2008 VW Jetta for sale. Lower mileage car (130,000 mi) in good shape. Good gas mileage. R title. Great first car or for someone looking for a dependable, low cost car! Email Lori for additional information or pictures. lsarago@messiah.edu

Ink cartridge. Unused, but opened ink cartridge. Canon 251 XL Gray. $10. Contact Ted Davis: tdavis@messiah.edu

WANTED

Bookcases wanted. I am looking for a few tall bookcases (approximately 6-7 ft. high) that I could purchase inexpensively. If you have a bookcase or two you are willing to part with, please call Eric at ext. 2546 or 717-697-2010.

Empty Wine bottles. I am looking for some empty wine bottles for some craft projects. Please email: sportko@messiah.edu

THANK YOUS

Thank you. I am not sure who to personally thank, so I thought I would make a post in hopes that that special someone sees it.
Thank you so much! It was so kind of you. You know who you are and what this is about. Just know that it was greatly appreciated. Thank you and may God bless you. Stacy Portko

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATION

Messiah University to Host the 99th Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science April 12 – 14

Messiah University will host the 99th Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science (PAS) over the weekend of April 12 – 14. Approximately 250 students and faculty from educational institutions across Pennsylvania will visit campus to share about research conducted in a variety of areas of life and physical sciences in oral and poster presentations. David B. Olsen (’83) will deliver a keynote address following the Saturday evening banquet describing work of Merck and collaborating scientists to identify and characterize drugs that can be used to combat malaria. Olsen will also share career insights in a Saturday lunchtime panel aimed at students considering science careers in industry. We encourage Messiah students (and faculty) to register to attend and present at the conference. Non-presenting Messiah students and faculty may attend oral and poster presentations free of charge, but must also register in advance. Visit the PAS website (https://pennsci.org) for more information about the meeting (registration, cost, schedule) and the PAS organization. Larry Mylin (biological sciences) is serving as the local organizing host. Contact him with questions about the meeting, and if you are available to volunteer to support by participating the variety of things that must happen to host such a meeting.

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February 1

Thursday, February 1st, 2024

No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you.

Joshua 1:5

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Business Department professor Keith Quesenberry’s research paper “Time Is on Story’s Side: Story Development Impacts Daily Shares of Viral Advertising Videos” has been accepted to be presented at the annual Society of Business, Industry, and Economics academic conference in April. A continuation of previous storytelling research with Michael Coolsen, professor of marketing at Shippensburg University, it expands previous analysis of over 100 YouTube viral ad videos that found more fully developed stories on a 0 to 5 act drama scale increased total shares and views. This additional regression analysis found a sharper decline in shares for videos that tell a less developed story over a 23-day period indicating that viral advertising videos are shared for a longer time, or stay viral longer, with a story.

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Damian Savarino, bass, professor of music, recently performed the bass-baritone solos in Gabriel Fauré’s REQUIEM with the Connecticut Choral Society. Under the baton of Maestro Eric Dale Knapp, Savarino was joined by soprano soloist, Francesca Federico.

AROUND CAMPUS

Messiah cybersecurity competition team wins third place!

On Jan. 20, the Messiah University cybersecurity competition team placed 3rd in the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition! They will be advancing to compete in the regional competition in March.

The competition was an “inherit and defend” style event. Teams were given a simulated business production environment and had to harden the systems quickly before the attackers tried to break in. In addition to securing systems the team functioned as a legitimate business, responding to tasks from the C-suite and keeping all systems online. Throughout the competition the most impressive thing that Messiah’s teams did well was remain calm under pressure and communicated with each other.

This was Messiah University’s second year participating in the competition. The senior team was comprised of Raymond Truex (captain), Grace Taylor, Aidan Hubley, Carolina Hatch, Brandan Snook, and Christopher Copeland. The first-year team was comprised of Eli Kalmbacher (captain), Austin King, Aiden Morris, and Ryan Scannell. Both teams were coached by David Bibighaus.

Placing 3rd out of 24 teams is an exciting achievement for the team. They are excited to return to the regionals in March for the second year in a row and will continue preparing for the next competition.

Employee Worship Service – Tuesday

Please join us next Tuesday, Feb. 6, for an employee worship service at 9:30 a.m. in Hostetter Chapel. We’ll join together in singing and our employee community pastor, Stephen Gallaher, will provide the message.

The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community

The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community (formerly the Human Library Project) is where Messiah students, faculty and staff become open books, sharing their personal stories with readers. The Living Library is designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. The Living Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers.

Please consider participating as a “book” in the Living Library at the Murray Library on Wednesday, April 10. As a living book, you would be sharing your story with others in the Messiah University community in a moderated 25 minute session.

Please complete this application to be a book no later than Friday, March 15^. https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37v5VgYD9SA3g5D

Questions may be directed to Todd Allen, vice president of Diversity Affairs at tallen@messiah.edu or Liz Kielley, Discovery and Metadata librarian at ekielley@messiah.edu.

Murray Library’s February 2024 newsletter

2024 Employee Award nominations

CLASSIFIEDS

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Registrar’s Office has an opening for a part-time records and registration 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/25904.

Dining Services has several part and full-time positions including Chef I- Cold Food and Cook II. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu.

FOR SALE

Ink cartridge. Unused, but opened ink cartridge. Canon 251 XL Gray. $10. Contact Ted Davis: tdavis@messiah.edu

WANTED

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATION

Messiah University to Host the 99th Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Science April 12 – 14

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January 25

Thursday, January 25th, 2024

For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

Ephesians 2:10

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Todd Goranson, professor of saxophone and bassoon, gave an invited presentation titled “No Pain, More Gain: Stretches and Warm-Up Essentials for Saxophonists” at the 44th annual US Navy Band International Saxophone Symposium at George Mason University on January 12. The participatory presentation included warm-ups, stretches, and strengthening techniques that can be used daily by woodwind instrumentalists to promote musculoskeletal health of the back, shoulders, neck, arms, and hands.

Todd also performed a concert program as soprano saxophonist with the Junction Saxophone Quartet, a professional ensemble that also features Messiah alumni Tim Puglio and Amanda Heim. Their program included works by Guillermo Lago, Antonín Dvorák, and José Oliver Riojas.

Additionally, one of Messiah University’s student saxophone quartets comprised of four of Goranson’s current students (Joseph La Marca, Reid Buffenmyer, Evan Rojas, Connor Appleman) was featured on the Symposium’s College Quartet Series. The Messiah Quartet’s program included works by Phillip Glass and Robert Glogowski (MU ’25).

AROUND CAMPUS

Hiring Summer Student Employees

In order to assist students with obtaining summer on-campus employment and to facilitate placement of students, the Student Employment Office will be holding a summer job fair on campus on Wednesday, Feb. 28, from 10:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. in Eisenhower Commons. Departments hiring summer student workers should plan to have a representative available at the Job Fair unless all summer workers are already actively working for the department during the academic year or are being rehired from the prior summer.

Please keep the following dates in mind as you plan your summer student hiring:

February 5: Summer position requests/modifications due

February 16: RSVP for Job Fair due and Summer Postings due

February 28: Summer Job Fair

April 5: Summer hiring proposals are due. A hiring proposal must be submitted for each student who will be working this summer.

If your department plans to hire student employees for the summer of 2024, please read the summer hiring information (attachment) prior to proceeding with the summer hiring process or making employment offers.

If you have any questions about summer student employment, please contact Belinda Conrad, Student Employment Coordinator, at ext. 2900 or studentemployment@messiah.edu.

The Bridge Center for Continuing Education

Did you know that the Bridge Center for Continuing Education offers training opportunities for professionals from various fields, including social work, counseling, business, physical therapy and other healthcare professions? We are asking for your help! If you have a family member or friend who could benefit from one of the continuing education opportunities, direct them to our website at www.messiah.edu/bridgecenter.

As we prepare for each of these Service Learning Experiences, we are looking for Messiah employees and faculty who would be willing to help advise these teams. Throughout each of these experiences, students will be learning more about community, culture, and how the Lord continues to call each of us to lives of service, learning and love.
If you are interested in advising any of these trips, or even our International Service Experience to Poland (May 17 – May 28), please feel free to fill out this SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5WCPRIsL2cILmI9BgGsILGcfyNT24dnIwlZ802_Jdg-9Ylg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Thank you for serving, learning and loving with us! The Agapé Team is praying for you all and the 2024 Spring Semester ahead!

A note of thanks

I wanted to thank each of you who were so kind by sending my mom a card at Christmas. She was so tickled to get so many cards (over 30). I was there the one day when the employee came in to give her the mail, she said “Shirley OMG you keep getting so many cards”, and my mom just smiled. She didn’t recognize anyone (dementia), but each time she opened one she would just smile, she had them all over her room. So to each of you who showed her this kindness, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. It’s not always the gift you give, but the love and care with something as simple as a card can bring to someone. Just look at that smile on her face. Thank you and may God bless each and every one of you. – Stacy and her mom

Transition in Career and Professional Development Center

Earlier this month, Carol Hall left Messiah University to pursue another opportunity in career services. Carol managed many events and projects in the CPDC, including career fairs and the first destination survey. Please reach out to Ashley Jones, director, with questions regarding career events/programs and employer recruitment opportunities this semester.

The Living Library: Many Stories, One Community

Please consider participating as a “book” in the Living Library @ the Murray Library on Wednesday, April 10. As a living book, you would be sharing your story with others in the Messiah University community in a moderated 25 minute session.

Please complete this application to be a book no later than Friday, March 15^. https://messiah.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_37v5VgYD9SA3g5D

Questions may be directed to Todd Allen, vice president of Diversity Affairs at tallen@messiah.edu or Liz Kielley, Discovery and Metadata librarian at ekielley@messiah.edu.

CLASSIFIFEDS

Job opportunities

The Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Paula Holtzinger at pholtzinger@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26176.

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.

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 chef I- cold food, dining room supervisor, and cook II . For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu.

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Messiah Dining Services and West Shore Chamber of Commerce: Taste of the Chamber 2024

After a few years off, the West Shore Chamber of Commerce Taste of the Chamber is back for 2024! This year the event is not a single evening but will run from Feb 9-March 25. During this time several West Shore restaurants will be featured, including Messiah’s Winding Hill Café! Here is how it works, register for $10 on the Chamber website and you will be entered into a drawing to win one of three top cash prizes and member gift cards from the West Shore Chamber. Every time you visit one of the participating eateries, snap a picture of your receipt and submit it to the Chamber and you will be entered for an opportunity to win additional prizes and incentives. For more information and to register to win check out https://wschamber.org/ Tell your friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues to stop by Winding Hill Café for lunch or a cup of coffee and support local businesses.

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Jan. 18

Thursday, January 18th, 2024

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

John 16:33

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We are delighted to announce Paula Holtzinger as the new director of the Agape Center for Local and Global Engagement, effective Jan. 3. Paula’s various experiences in service learning, global study, work and service, as well as community partner relations wonderfully reflect the mission of the Agape Center. Paula is a proud graduate of Messiah’s Peace and Conflict Studies program. The transformative experiences she had as a student leader with the Agape Center influenced her decision to pursue international work through the English Language Institute where she facilitated experiential learning opportunities and taught English in Vietnam, Lebanon, Hong Kong and Cambodia. Paula also served as an emergency response assistant for Lebanon and Syria with Mennonite Central Committee in Beirut. From there, Paula joined Journey’s End Refugee Settlement Services as the employment training program manager in Buffalo, NY. Most recently, Paula has served as the administrative assistant to the Agape Center team while completing her graduate work in restorative justice, trauma and resilience in educational environments. Please join us in welcoming Paula into this role! – Christy Hanson, Dean of Experiential Learning and Leadership Development

BID FAREWELL

Julie Fenton, director of student engagement, has decided to step down from her position to stay home with her daughter, Hallie. Julie’s last day at Messiah will be Jan. 18. Julie has done a wonderful job leading the department through many transitions over the last four and a half years. In her eight years working at Messiah, we know that she has made an impact on a multitude of students and many employees as well. We are so grateful for her expertise in such a wide range of areas from navigating contracts to leading student club advisors to mentoring students through difficult times. Julie will be greatly missed!

For those who would like to stop by the Office of Student Engagement to share well wishes with Julie, we will be hosting an open house on Jan. 18 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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The HNES Department invites you to a farewell reception for Gina Jablonski in the HNES Conference Room, Sol 206, on Friday, Jan. 19 between 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. We celebrate Gina’s contributions over the last 16 years in a variety of offices across campus, but most importantly HNES! A light lunch will be offered. Best wishes on retirement, Gina!

AROUND CAMPUS

Trivia Night in the Library – Friday, Jan. 19

You’re invited! Put your knowledge to the test on Friday, Jan. 19 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!

Upcoming Passport Service Day

Save the date: Passport Service Day is Jan. 23!

Church Choir Festival

You are invited to sing in Messiah University’s second annual Church Choir Festival 2024! Last year was a beautiful success with great music and learning for all participants. This year’s festival will take place on February 4 in beautiful Parmer Hall at the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and the Performing Arts. This one-afternoon festival will provide area church choirs with the chance to fellowship together by learning and performing diverse anthems of the Christian faith in a large festival choir conducted by Messiah University music professors and alongside Messiah University’s 48-voice Concert Choir. In addition to choral clinics and performance, the afternoon will also include lifelong-learning classes for singers and directors. For more information and to register, please visit https://www.messiah.edu/info/20641/camps_workshops_and_festivals

Hiring Summer Student Employees

Please keep the following dates in mind as you plan your summer student hiring:

February 5: Summer position requests/modifications due

February 16: RSVP for Job Fair due and Summer Postings due

February 28: Summer Job Fair

April 5: Summer hiring proposals are due. A hiring proposal must be submitted for each student who will be working this summer.

If you have any questions about summer student employment, please contact Belinda Conrad, Student Employment Coordinator, at ext. 2900 or studentemployment@messiah.edu.

The Bridge Center for Continuing Education

Did you know that the Bridge Center for Continuing Education offers training opportunities for professionals from various fields, including social work, counseling, business, physical therapy and other healthcare professions. We are asking for your help! If you have a family member or friend who could benefit from one of the continuing education opportunities, direct them to our website at www.messiah.edu/bridgecenter.

Service Trip Advisors Needed!

Advise a 2024 Service Experience:

The Agapé Center for Local and Global Engagement is excited to announce that for our 2024 Spring Service Experiences we will be working and learning from the following teams and locations:
• Priority 1 Ministries: Bronx, New York (March 8, 2024 – March 13, 2024)
• The Philly Project: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (March 8, 2024 – March 13, 2024)
• Praying Pelican Missions: Maui, Hawaii (March 10, 2024 – March 15, 2024)
• Mennonite Disaster Service: Crisfield, Maryland (March 10, 2024 – March 16, 2024)
As we prepare for each of these Service Learning Experiences, we are looking for Messiah Employees and Faculty who would be willing to help advise these teams. Throughout each of these experiences, students will be learning more about community, culture, and how the Lord continues to call each of us to lives of service, learning and love.
If you are interested in advising any of these trips, or even our International Service Experience to Poland (May 17, 2024 – May 28, 2024), please feel free to fill out this SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5WCPRIsL2cILmI9BgGsILGcfyNT24dnIwlZ802_Jdg-9Ylg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Thank you for serving, learning and loving with us! The Agapé Team is praying for you all and the 2024 Spring Semester ahead!

A note of thanks

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The department of Marketing and Communications has an opening for a full-time communication specialist. Job related questions may be directed to Danielle Ran at dran@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26109.

The Department of Marketing and Communications has an opening for a full-time web services manager. Job related questions may be directed to Kris Hardy at khardy@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25752.

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.

Dining Services has several part and full-time positions including a culinary assistant and cook II . For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu. Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu.

For sale

NY Rangers Jersey. New York Rangers Adidas Aeroready pullover. Medium size.
Royal blue and red, 65% polyester, 35% cotton. Picture is attached.
New or like new condition (my son received this as a Christmas gift without a seller’s tag, but it appears to have never been worn). No blemishes or loose threads.
Perfect for NY Rangers fans looking to add to their wardrobes. Asking $50.
Please contact Bob Feil at rfeil@messiah.edu if you have any questions or would like to see it.

Free

Free from Murray Library. Would you be interested in the library’s former newspaper holder? This could be used for all sorts of fun things, like drying art projects, hanging unique objects, and much more. Imagination knows no bounds! Each horizontal rod sits on the black pegs and is easily movable. The frame fastens to the wall. It can be used for educational or personal purposes. If interested, please contact smyers@messiah.edu

OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Messiah Dining Services and West Shore Chamber of Commerce: Taste of the Chamber 2024

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January 11

Thursday, January 11th, 2024

“But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 3:13-14

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

BID FAREWELL

Please join Messiah Press as we celebrate Bob Madden’s 52-year career in printing TODAY, Jan. 11 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Howe Atrium. Bob will retire on Jan. 19 after serving 27 years at Messiah Press. We celebrate Bob’s amazing career of craftsmanship and thank him for his dedication to Messiah. Light refreshments will be served during this drop-in retirement reception.

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For those who would like to stop by the Office of Student Engagement to share well wishes with Julie, we will be hosting an open house on Jan. 18 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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Join colleagues on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2- 4 p.m. in the Agape Center to thank and wish a very fond farewell to Gina Hale as she rounds out her time with Messiah after 20 years of faithful service and steps into retirement.

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AROUND CAMPUS

Curator Club at the Oakes Museum

Registration is open for our Winter/Spring Curator Club dates! This season we will be exploring bears, raptors, forensics and more! If you have kids interested in science, or know someone who does, spread the word!
Curator Club is for 3rd-5th grade and CC2 is for 6th-8th grade, and runs on select Saturdays.
For more information and to register visit our website!
https://www.messiah.edu/oakes/

Student in need of spring internship transportation

A senior student who is visually impaired needs help securing transportation to and from her spring semester internship. She is serving at New Hope Ministries on Trindle Road in Mechanicsburg. If you are interested in volunteering to assist, please contact Doug Wood at dwood@messiah.edu.

Trivia Night in the Library – Friday, Jan. 19

Upcoming Passport Service Day

Save the date: Passport Service Day is Jan. 23!

Church Choir Festival

CLASSIFIEDS

Job opportunities

The Admissions Office 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/26174.

The Office of Marketing and Communications has an opening for a full-time communication specialist. Job related questions may be directed to Danielle Ran at dran@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/26109.

Campus Ministries has an opening for a full-time discipleship pastor. Job related questions may be directed to ebingham@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25828.

The Office of Marketing and Communications has an opening for a full-time web services manager. Job related questions may be directed to Kris Hardy at khardy@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/25752.

Dining Services has several part and full-time positions including a culinary assistant, 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.

For sale

Free

Wanted

ISO of a USED car. Are you planning on purchasing a new car? We are in search of a higher mileage used car for our college freshman. If you are interested in selling us your used auto, contact me, Elizabeth, esmith@messiah.edu

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