We love because he first loved us.
1 John 4:19
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Guest lecture
Dwayne Safer, associate professor of finance, served as a guest lecturer at Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN) over this past weekend where he worked with undergraduate students in the Vandy 2 Wall Street program analyzing what the impact of the economic environment and recent Fed rate cut has had on investment banking transaction activity.
Promotion of Ruth Nutt
I am pleased to announce the promotion of Ruth Nutt to the role of director of educational operations. Ruth’s contributions over the past twelve years in various roles in the Office of the Provost—most recently as executive coordinator for the Office of the Provost—have been outstanding. This change in title reflects her leadership, expertise and increased responsibilities in the Office of the Provost and educational area. During her tenure at Messiah, Ruth has become an experienced and respected colleague. I’m so pleased to work with her in the Office of the Provost. Please join me in congratulating her!
Christy Gardner, provost
Moroz presented at Shevchenko Workshop in Ukrainian Studies in New York
Oksana Moroz, assistant professor of English, was invited to present at an inaugural Shevchenko Workshop in Ukrainian Studies organized by Shevchenko Scientific Society of America. Her research study “Performing Gender and Redefining Identity in Wartime Ukraine” explored narratives of a male in-service English language teacher in Ukraine, focusing on his experiences before the full-scale invasion and during the ongoing war. It highlights the teacher’s journey of constructing, performing, and negotiating multidimensional identities across different workplaces, with gender performativity playing a central role.
Messiah voice majors succeed at competition
Voice majors in the department of music recently competed at the local chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS). In the Allegheny Mountain Chapter student auditions, held at Gettysburg College, several singers were winners and semi-finalists in their categories.
Nadia Griffith (student of Dr. Damian Savarino) was a winner in the junior treble voice category.
Elizabeth Lebo (student of Tara Savarino) was a semi-finalist in the senior treble voice category.
Tiah Masood (student of Tara Savarino) was a winner in the senior treble voice category.
Daniel Micsion (student of Dr. Damian Savarino) was a winner in the senior low voice category.
Kristin Nolt (student of Dr. Damian Savarino) was a winner in the adult voice category.
Everyone received a certificate of accomplishment and winners received a cash prize. Congratulations to our talented and accomplished singers!
AROUND CAMPUS
Operations division’s focus on unreasonable hospitality
The Department of Safety recently hosted its annual Safety Day as part of October’s campus safety awareness initiative. The event aimed to equip students with practical tools to protect themselves and others, while connecting them with local and campus safety resources. Students had the opportunity to meet first responders from the Upper Allen Police Department, the Cumberland County Special Response Team (SRT), the Upper Allen Fire Department, the 911 Dispatch Center, and Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry County. On-campus participants included the fire and safety systems coordinator, campus and building services, the title IX coordinator, and Messiah’s campus confidential resource.
Safety Day fosters student empowerment by helping them build awareness, take proactive steps to stay safe both on and off campus, and access vital support when needed. Student education extends beyond academics, and we strive to demonstrate unreasonable hospitality by equipping students with confidence and agency to speak up for themselves and others.
A heartfelt thank you to all who participated and to the students who stopped by to learn, ask questions and engage in building a safer campus community.
Fall Poet and Writers Series
The Department of Language, Literature and Writing is hosting author Tom Noyes for the Fall Poet and Writers Series. The event will be on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 6 p.m. in the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Recital Hall. Book sales to follow.
Ethics Challenge held at Messiah University
Messiah University’s Department of Business and the American Marketing Association of Central Pennsylvania recently held the inaugural Mindful Marketing Ethics Challenge – one of the first-ever collegiate case contests dedicated to marketing ethics. Eight teams from four universities participated in the competition. A panel of accomplished marketing practitioners judged teams’ 1,500-word written responses to the ethics case, focused on influencer marketing, as well as their five-minute oral presentations at the competition finale held at Messiah University on Oct. 1. The top three teams received $500 for 1st place, $300 for 2nd place, and $200 for 3rd place. Following the presentations there was an open discussion of the case, food and networking. Those interested can read the ethics case and winning written response and more about the competition’s backstory and broader impact. After creating Mindful Marketing in 2014, professor of marketing David Hagenbuch envisioned a collegiate ethics competition as a unique way of encouraging more ethical marketing.
Employee Worship Service – Tuesday, Nov. 11
You are invited to join us for an employee worship service on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 9:30 a.m. in Hostetter Chapel. There will be an employee choir, congregational singing and a message from Stephen Gallaher. If you are interested in singing with the employee choir and are not already on the mailing list from Staci Davis, please reach out to her for more information (sdavis@messiah.edu). We hope to see you there!
Seed Library Lunch and Learn Nov. 12 at noon
Bring your own lunch and join us in the Murray Library Athenaeum as Wesley Paris from the Office of Sustainability presents on traditional craft and what it means for sustainable living, the environment and consumerism. The presentation will tie in with the work Paris did this past summer in Wisconsin, which included ten weeks of camping, plant surveys and traditional fiber and rush craft. Paris will also speak on how this topic relates to his ongoing research.
November 2025 library newsletter
What’s new at the library?
See our linked newsletter. Contents include:
- An Out of This World Lunch and Learn
- PaLA Annual Conference
- Essential Tools for Brilliant Minds at Work
- Crafternoon
- Udderly Exciting News
- Be Kind, Rewind: Retro Technology on Display
- Seed Library Lunch and Learn
- Pages in Peace
Spread some holiday cheer — Join our toy and supply drive!
The Accounting Club is teaming up with Operation Christmas Child to collect toys and supplies for kids in need around the world this holiday season! We’ve set up two donation boxes — one outside Lottie and one outside Frey 131. You can drop off small toys, school supplies, hygiene items or other fun little gifts that would brighten a child’s day between now and Nov. 15. You can also contact the Accounting Club (accountingclub@messiah.edu) if you have questions or want us to come pick up your donations! Every donation, big or small, makes a difference! Thanks for helping us spread some love this season! To learn more about the project search: Operation Christmas Child – Samaritan’s Purse.
“Stomp Off, Let’s Go: The Early Years of Louis Armstrong”
Rescheduled: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m., High Foundation Recital Hall
Join us for a special event commemorating the 100th anniversary of the legendary “Hot Five” recordings — the groundbreaking sessions that launched Louis Armstrong to stardom and changed the course of jazz forever. We’re honored to welcome Grammy winner Ricky Riccardi, director of research collections at the Louis Armstrong House Museum, who will deliver a captivating talk on the early years of Louis Armstrong. Don’t miss this chance to dive into the story of a true American icon and hear insights from one of the world’s leading Armstrong scholars. Invite your friends and family. All are welcome! Sponsored by the Honors Program.
Delay/closure information
Despite the warm temperatures, winter is right around the corner. Be prepared!
As winter approaches, it becomes necessary to delay or cancel classes on the Grantham campus and at Winding Hill facility, those students and employees who have signed up for text alerts will receive a text notice regarding such a delay or closure. If you are not signed up for the text alerts, you may do so on FalconLink/Text Alert System.
A delay or closure notification will also be on the home page of the College’s website. Morning announcements are made no later than 6:30 a.m. If in doubt, please check the website if you are not signed up for text alerts.
For more information on HR policies on delays and closure review Emergency Closure | Messiah, a private Christian University in PA
This information related to delays or closing is NOT provided to the local media.
Employees involved in snow removal, facilities, campus events and dining should follow the instructions given by their respective supervisory staff during a delay or closure.
Climenhaga Homestead yard sale
Wednesday Nov. 12, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine
The Climenhaga Homestead recently underwent a “refresh” of its upstairs bedroom and sunroom areas. Items for sale will be linen items including sheets, bed skirts, comforters, towels, etc. Also for sale are lamps, artwork, faux floral arrangements, decorative pillows and furniture items, including wicker furniture/patio sets. Prices will be extremely reasonable and all proceeds will be given to the Development Office to benefit student need-based funds. Cash and/or checks will be accepted.
Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “Clue”
Messiah University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is pleased to present the comedy whodunit, Clue, opening on Nov. 13 in Miller Theater! Tickets are on sale now and are buy-one-get-one-free for opening night!
Clue
Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn
Written by Sandy Rustin
Additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price
Based on the Paramount Pictures Motion Picture
Based on the Hasbro board game CLUE
Original music by Michael Holland
Directed by Daniel Inouye
Nov. 13-15, 21-22 at 8 p.m.
Nov. 16, 23 at 3 p.m.
*Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. school series performance
Miller Theater, Climenhaga Building
Clue is recommended for ages 12 and up, with parental discretion advised, especially for younger children who may be sensitive to the murder mystery theme and loud special effects.
Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT!
Estimated run time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Tickets: $10—Adults; $7—MU Students (w/ID), MU employees (w/ID), Youth (under 18) and Seniors (60+)
*Tickets are buy-one-get-one free for opening night!* Tickets can be purchased online at messiah.edu/tickets, by phone at 717-691-6036, or at the door as available. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.
Clue is presented by special arrangement with The Araca Group, Work Light Productions, and Michael Barra/Lively McCabe Entertainment
CLASSIFIEDS
Job opportunities
The Office of the Provost has an opening for a full-time associate provost. Job related questions may be directed to Christine Gardner at cgardner@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30515.
The Office of Residence Life has an opening for a full-time interim residence life educator. Job related questions may be directed to Doug Wood at dwood@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30557.
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/30325.
Graduate Studies: Nursing has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Brenda Elliott at belliott@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30383.
The Engle Center has an opening for a part-time dietitian. Job related questions may be directed to Carrie Ent at cent@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30396.
The Engle Center has an opening for a full-time counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Aubrey Kleinfeld at AKleinfe@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30035.
The Engle Center has an opening for a full-time interim counselor. Job related questions may be directed to Aubrey Kleinfeld at AKleinfe@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30472.
Dining Services has an opening for a part-time dining services associate, Winding Hill campus, summers off. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29896.
Dining Services has an opening for a part-time PM cook. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29703.
Dining Services has an opening for a full-time culinary assistant. Job related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz at mwirtz@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30236.
Development has an opening for a full-time senior regional advancement representative. Job related questions may be directed John Zeigler at jzeigler@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29719.
Campus and building services has an opening for a full-time, first shift campus and building services worker, Residence Hall, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30307.
Campus and building services has an opening for a part-time, Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. campus and building services worker. Job related questions may be directed to Laura Price at lprice@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit:
https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30464.
Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time groundskeeper/crew leader. Job related questions may be directed to Artie Palese at palese@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29998.
Grounds Services has an opening for a full-time athletic field spray applicator/aeration coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Artie Palese at palese@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29463.
The Department of Safety has an opening for a full-time 1st shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Maranda Hogue at mhogue@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/29967.
The Department of Safety has an opening for a full-time 2nd-shift safety officer. Job related questions may be directed to Maranda Hogue at mhogue@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30549.
The Department of Safety has an opening for a full-time event and traffic management coordinator. Job related questions may be directed to Maranda Hogue at mhogue@messiah.edu. For more information and to apply, visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30455.
For sale
Michael Kors belt bag. Two-toned brown. The tags on this bag have been taken off, but it has not been used. Kept in original box. Asking $20. Photo here. Contact Karen: kgarlinger@messiah.edu
Headphones for sale. Koss BT540i headphones for sale for $30 obo. These Bluetooth headphones have been used only a few times. Email bwatkins@messiah.edu if interested.
Dual monitor system. Two Acer 21.5″ widescreen LCD monitors with articulating desk stand, power cords and cables, $85 dschmidt@messiah.edu
Wanted
FCA used shoe collection. In January 2026, seven members of Messiah Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be traveling to the Dominican Republic for a service opportunity in partnership with Meeting God in Missions! As part of our fundraising efforts, we are partnering with gotsneakers? an organization that collects and recycles used athletic footwear. We will be collecting shoes at the women’s basketball Tip-Off Tournament on Friday, Nov. 7, and Saturday, Nov. 8! If you are looking to clean out your closet, please consider donating your shoes to this cause. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions at lgoodhile@messiah.edu. Thank you! — Lila Goodhile, athletic communications coordinator and FCA advisor
