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So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Graduate Program in Higher Education is pleased to welcome 15 new graduate assistants for the 2022-2023 academic year both on the Messiah University campus and at partner institutions. Graduate assistantships offer graduate students the opportunity to apply educational theories gained through classroom instruction and put them into professional practice through supervised, real-world experience. The graduate assistantship program aims to provide an innovative and cost-efficient way to advance departmental and university-wide goals and objectives.
Please join us and our collaborating departments in welcoming the following to the Messiah University community: Meili Belko, graduate assistant for Athletics Marketing & Game Promotions; Victor Canavra, graduate assistant for Residence Life; Hope Flack, graduate assistant for Admissions (Traveling Recruiter); Derek Guissanie, graduate assistant for Campus Ministries; Justin Hoshauer, graduate assistant for Men’s Basketball; Matt Knab, graduate assistant for Student Engagement; Nuria Lane, graduate assistant for Student Success & Retention; Jenna Landis, graduate assistant for the Agapé Center for Local and Global Engagement (Off-Campus Programs); Luke Luckenbaugh, graduate assistant for Campus Wellness & Recreation; Drake Porter, graduate assistant for Men’s Lacrosse; Steven Ridings, graduate assistant for Baseball; Matthew Rudisill, graduate assistant for Athletic Communication; Ester Talamo, graduate assistant for Women’s Volleyball; and Samie Tan, graduate assistant for Academic Advising.
They join six returning graduate assistants to the Messiah campus, who will complete their degree programs and GA positions this year. Abby Anderson, graduate assistant for the Agapé Center for Local and Global Engagement (service trips); Andrew Bookman, graduate assistant for Athletic Communication; Maddie Groff, graduate assistant for Residence Life; Willie Hope, graduate assistant for Men’s Basketball; Dillon May, graduate assistant for Cross Country/Track and Field; and David Stevens, graduate assistant for Wrestling.
Additionally, Jeremy Abbey, graduate assistant for Residence Life is beginning his first year at Biola University, one of our partner institutions.
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Todd Goranson, professor of music, completed the Essentials of Performing Arts Medicine certification through the Performing Arts Medicine Association on July 31. Founded in 1988, PAMA’s mission is to work with and for the health of performing artists through education, research, and a commitment to a deep understanding of the special needs associated with the performing arts.
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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry recently received renewal of their American Chemical Society Approval until 2028, allowing for ACS certification of our majors. The ACS Committee on Professional Training noted, in particular, the department’s thoughtful approach to skill development and use of instrumentation throughout the curriculum, as well as the strong undergraduate research program.
AROUND CAMPUS
Human Resources Office closed today
The Office of Human Resources and Compliance will be closed today, Thursday, Sept. 1, for our annual Planning Day. If you have a matter that can’t wait until Friday, please contact Karin Bisbee in the President’s Office at x5220.
Homecoming volunteers needed
The Office of Alumni and Parent Relations is in need of employee volunteers to serve at registration for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2022! Volunteers are needed in in two-hour timeslots on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are interested and available to serve in this capacity, please contact Ashley Sider at asider@messiah.edu with your availability. We look forward to serving with you!
403(b) Oversight committee member needed
The 403(b) Oversight Committee is seeking an hourly staff employee to join the committee. If interested, please email Staci Davis at sdavis@messiah.edu. The committee usually only meets one time per year. Thank you for your consideration!
Deadline for Submitting Fall 2022 EMS Events
Friday, Oct. 28 is the deadline to submit your Fall 2021 EMS event requests that include tech/audio needs, set up needs or events that require tickets. End-of-the-year requests with service needs received after Oct 28th will be denied.
Requests that do not require these needs will still be accepted as will any event for 2023. Email roomres@messiah.edu with any questions.
$500 Employee Referral Bonus
Messiah University is hiring! Do you know someone who would make an excellent employee? The employee referral program now provides a $500 bonus for employees who provide referral assistance that leads to the successful hiring of qualified staff, administration or full-time faculty! Only referrals provided and candidates hired on or after September 1, 2022 are eligible. Please visit http://jobs.messiah.edu for a list of current job openings and to apply.
CLASSIFIEDS
Job opportunities
Dining Services has openings for multiple positions:
Dining room supervisor, for more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22432.
Salad cook (pantry lead I), for more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22496.
Sous chef, for more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22577.
FT and PT Cook (p.m.) positions, for more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/
Job-related questions may be directed to Mark Wirtz, director of dining services at mwirtz@messiah.edu.
Campus Events has multiple openings for full-time and part-time campus events worker positions. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/. Job-related questions may be directed to Laura Price, assistant manager, campus events central and residence halls, at lprice@messiah.edu.
The Department of Safety has an opening for a part-time community safety officer, working 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday—every other weekend. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22668. Job-related questions may be directed to Bryce Wickard, director of safety, at bwickard@messiah.edu.
The Department of Engineering has an opening for an engineering communications coordinator. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22706. Job-related questions may be directed to Brian Swartz, associate professor of engineering, at bswartz@messiah.edu.
The Department of Engineering has an opening for an engineering events coordinator. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22709. Job-related questions may be directed to Brian Swartz, associate professor of engineering, at bswartz@messiah.edu.
Conference and Event Services has an opening for a temporary, as-needed sound and lighting technician. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22714. Job-related questions may be directed to Luke Niesley, sound, lighting and event coordinator at lniesley@messiah.edu.
The Office of the Provost has an opening for a full-time executive assistant. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22416. Job-related questions may be directed to Alison Noble, interim provost, at anoble@messiah.edu.
The Office of Development has an opening for a full-time administrative assistant for prospect research and development. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22626. Job-related questions may be directed to Bob Feil, director of prospect research and record compliance, at rfeil@messiah.edu.
The School of Graduate Studies has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant, academic departments. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22017. Job-related questions may be directed to Michelle Sanford, director of dietetic internship program, at msanford@messiah.edu.
The Department of Human Resources and Compliance has an immediate opening for the full time position of HR Assistant. https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/22736 . Job-related questions may be directed to Inger Blount, Director of HR at iblount@messiah.edu
For sale
Twin captains bed: twin captains bed with 6 storage drawers on side and 2 long drawers on end. Lights on headboard. Picture available on request. $75. Contact: msanford@messiah.edu
Panasonic Lumix G100 camera. Panasonic LUMIX G100 4k Mirrorless Camera for Photo and Video, Built-in Microphone with Tracking, Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens System, 12-32mm Lens, 5-Axis Hybrid I.S, DC-G100KK (Black) Asking $300 Contact Ted: tgingrich@messiah.edu
Hand Made Sea Glass Necklaces. I can adjust these to any length you’d like, shorter or longer. I have many to choose from. $10 each. Contact Stacy: sportko@messiah.edu
Handmade earrings. These make great gifts for your co-worker or for someone you’d like to have a little something to give to as a thank you for just being you. I have MANY to choose from. $5 each. Contact Stacy: sportko@messiah.edu
Sunflower key fobs – and other kinds as well. Really cute. You’ll want one for yourself and one for your friend too! These are a big seller for me at craft shows. $6 or 2/$10. Contact Stacy: sportko@messiah.edu
FREE
Cookbooks. I have over 100 like-new cookbooks in a wide a variety of types/nationalities/genres to choose from. Great for all cooking levels and interests. Please contact nsaccary@messiah.edu for more information.
OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS
Get Your Ticket Now! I Am They at Harrisburg Christian School
Messiah University is pleased to be a sponsor of this event! On September 23 at 7p.m., I Am They will be at Harrisburg Christian School https://www.csagh.org/. I Am They is a nationally known Christian band that has performed in our area at Winter Jam. This awesome evening of worship and entertainment also includes the motivational preaching of Bob Lenz of Life Promotions. Bob speaks nationally, including this year at Creation Festival. Local artists Allison Rutherford, as well as Dan and Lauren Smith will also perform. Tickets can be purchased at www.showtix4u.com/events/csagh. All tickets are general admission and sell for $20.
