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THETHIELENSIAN the student-run newspaper of Thiel College in Greenville, PA Volume 126 Issue 6 December 18, 2009 At a glance... Finding a Job Through Twitter by Kristina Mitchell explains how one’s Twitter pro- To make a profile even bet- Twitter, make sure to check out It seems as though some stu- Events Contributing Writer file can catch the attention of ter, Evans says to “utilize your their entire profile first. Make dents here at Thiel, especially companies searching for new Twitter background,” “include a sure that they follow the people those graduating in May, are on Page 2: The latest rage on college employees. link to your online resume,” and that follow them, check out the fast track to using Twitter as campuses and with celebrities Evans explained that in “establish yourself as an ex- their official website, and ask a tool to find a good job to start C.S. Lewis all over the country is Twitter. 2009 alone, 51 million people pert.” She says that one should other peers if the recruiter is out in the real world. Impersonator Visits the We hear about Ashton Kutcher will lose their jobs make the Twitter background credible. Twitter is on a fast rise to Thiel Community and Ellen Degeneres “tweeting” internationally. look as professional as possible Senior Danielle Baker said, being a huge influence in to- about their latest news. College Further on in her and promote oneself. Make sure “Twitter is a good way to get day’s harsh economy and may students talk about Twitter as a article, she de- companies look- your name out in the working be a major help to those that Challenge 24 household name nowadays. scribes how you ing at the profile field. You can attach your re- have lost jobs and new comers Walking through campus on a can make your have easy ac- sume and keep in contact with out into the real world for the daily basis one hears, “Did you Twitter profile cess to one’s re- them.” first time. Psi Chi Visits St. Paul’s get that tweet?” presentable for sume by creating a Despite appearances, Twit- companies on the link, and but be Kateri Linn, New ter is being used for more than hunt for new addi- careful not to updating friends on the latest tions. Evans goes misrepresent TheThielensian Newman Society status; it is now being used as a on to describe just yourself. Be Adviser tool in job searching. how to make the most confident in dis- Many people have been out of one’s page. She states in cussing your field of study, but has Twitter now! finding Twitter useful in their her article that one should want do not over do it and make com- The VanAken Family search for jobs. Whether one is to make one’s profile “employer panies think you are more qual- FOLLOW US! Christmas Dinner a soon-to-be college graduate or friendly” by putting one’s goals ified than you really are. In oth- a family man who just got laid for a job in one’s profile and er words, do not pretend you are off, Twitter can be there to help “tweet” about one’s job search a surgeon if you are not. find a new job. An article by so that companies know one is Evans also says that before www.twitter.com/thielensian Student Sarah Evans on Mashable.com looking. contacting a recruiter found on Life Enrollment Concerns by Nicole Wertz ed for specific majors and Stay Fit This Page 3: Contributing Writer Transfer Tuesdays are geared SGA Welcomes New towards prospective transfer Group, Tomcats The number of students at students. Holiday Season Thiel College has greatly de- In addition, Thiel has Inspiring Hope creased. In the 2006-2007 strengthened its relationships by Lauren Whetzel activity, especially aerobic ac- fat and low calorie substitutes school year, Thiel had 1,279 with international programs to Asst. Editor tivities (like brisk walking, jog- that are amazingly tasty. Try us- Kappa Mu Epsilon, new and returning students. Ac- recruit a greater number of in- ging, bicycling, roller blading, ing applesauce in place of oil in cording to Amy Becher, dean of ternational students and has ad- Food is an important part of and swimming) can help relieve your favorite holiday breads; Math Honorary admissions, Thiel has 999 new vertised Thiel’s study abroad many holidays, celebrations, stress, regulate appetite, and use egg substitutes in place of and returning students in this opportunities more. A new mar- family and cultural traditions. In burn up extra calories from hol- whole eggs; try plain nonfat yo- NSSLHA Fall 2009 semester. This means keting campaign is under way, fact, special occasions often iday eating. gurt in place of sour cream. that Thiel has lost nearly 300 the web site is being updated, center on food. As a result, 4. Eat a light snack before Magazines are full of reduced students, almost 25% of enroll- and mailings have been sent out many people gain weight be- going to holiday parties. It is not calorie and reduced fat holiday Habitat for Humanity ment. What caused this de- in much greater number this tween Thanksgiving and the a good idea to arrive at a party recipes. Give them a try, and crease? What can be done to re- year to prospective students and New Year. What’s to blame? famished. Not only are you share your cooking cre- verse the trend? their families. Perhaps it’s all the tempting more likely to overeat, ations with friends and TCTV to Produce A lot of people are blaming “President VanAken is be- treats available during the holi- but you are also less family. New Shows the economy for everything, ginning a lot of positive change day season or the pressure from likely to resist the 8. Choose your bev- and in this case, the economy at Thiel,” Becher said. “Any family, friends, and co-workers temptation of eating erages wisely. Alcohol does play a major role. Statis- time you bring new things to to overeat. Maybe it’s the in- the higher fat and is high in calories. LSM Finishes the tics show that since 2008, in students, it is helpful to retain creased emotional eating, higher calorie foods. Liquors, sweet wines Semester Strong Mercer County alone, there has current students and attract fu- whether it be from holiday Try eating a piece of and sweet mixed drinks been a 12% decrease in high ture students.” stress or holiday joy, or the ex- fruit, a small contain 150-450 calo- school graduates. In surround- VanAken is inspiring posi- treme laxity with eating and carton of yo- ries per glass. By con- Ever Wonder What ing Pa. counties, decreases tivity and hope in the hearts and physical activity regimens in gurt, or a trast, water and diet so- Happens in Tri-Beta? range from -8% to -44% in high minds of many around Thiel. anticipation for the strict “new string cheese das are calorie-free. If school graduates. Since high An anonymous student, speak- diet and exercise plan” to start before going. you choose to drink, se- school graduates are decreas- ing of the Imagining Thiel ini- January 1st. 5. Make a plan. lect light wines and beers, Thiel World ing, the pool of students Thiel tiative, commented, “A year Regardless of the reasons, it Think about where you will be, and use non-alcoholic Organization has to recruit from is decreasing ago students said these things is not necessary to avoid holi- who you will be with, what mixers such as water and diet as well. would never happen at Thiel, day festivities in an attempt to foods will be available, what soda. Limit your intake to 1 or 2 Also, many students are at- yet today because of President maintain weight. foods are really special to you alcoholic drinks per occasion. W.I.N.G. Keeps Active tending community college and VanAken they are happening.” Registered Dietician Sheri (that you really want to eat) vs. And, watch out for calories in then transferring to close-by “President VanAken adds a Barke MPH, RD came up with a those that you could probably soda, fruit punch, and egg nog four-year colleges. Unfortu- new energy to Thiel than has list of 10 tips to consider to fully do without, what are your per- as well. nately, Thiel is not in the vicini- ever been here before. This enjoy the holiday season with- sonal triggers to overeat and 9. Enjoy good friends and Opinion ty of many community col- trickles down to prospective out gaining weight. how can you minimize them. family. Although food can be a leges. Another factor due to the students. He is a student-cen- 1. Focus on weight mainte- Once you've thought about all big part of the season, it doesn’t Page 4: economy is that students are tered president who is highly nance vs. weight loss during the of these things, make a plan of have to be the focus. Holidays having a much harder time pay- visible on campus. The admis- holidays. If you are currently action. It's much easier to deal are a time to reunite with good DJ Recommends... ing their tuition and need much sions representatives can tell overweight and want to lose with a difficult social eating sit- friends and family, to share more financial aid than in years prospective students about the weight, this is not the time to do uation if you've already planned laughter and cheer, to celebrate Thiel Cribs past.

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