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Louisa Thomas

SALEM,OH

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated chaplain of 2 years providing spiritual and emotional support in academic and retirement community settings. Proven abilities in pastoral counseling, fostering meaningful connections across diverse age, cultural, and interfaith groups.

Utilizes deep understanding of religious practices, spiritual care, stress management and grief counseling to aid individuals in distress. Track record of fostering inclusive environments and promoting holistic well-being.

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Work History

Professor and Campus Chaplain

Allegheny Wesleyan College
01.1992 - Current
  • Currently teaches undergraduate courses in American History, History of the Christian Church, Faith and Contemporary Issues, Christian Literature and Introduction to Human Communications
  • Leads a Discipleship Group for a small group of students
  • Campus Chaplain

Chaplain Intern

Copeland Oaks Retirement Community and Crandall Medical Center
08.2025 - 05.2026
  • Provided pastoral care to 500 residents
  • Provided private counseling and spiritual care
  • Served on Spiritual life committee

Adjunct Professor

Malone University
01.1993 - 08.2018
  • Taught Undergraduate courses in American and European history
  • Served on the General Education Committee
  • Served on Women's History Month Planning Committee

Education

Ph.D. - Intercultural Studies

Columbia International University
Columbia, SC
05-2023

Master of Arts - American Religious History

Kent State University
Kent, OH
08-1993

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science And History

Malone University
Canton, OH
05-1991

Skills

  • Pastoral Counseling
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Public Speaking
  • Event Coordination
  • Program Development
  • Small Group Leadership

Certification

  • Ordained Chaplain - Christian Chaplains & Coaching, Ordained August 2024

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Chaplain Intern

Copeland Oaks Retirement Community and Crandall Medical Center
08.2025 - 05.2026

Adjunct Professor

Malone University
01.1993 - 08.2018

Professor and Campus Chaplain

Allegheny Wesleyan College
01.1992 - Current

Ph.D. - Intercultural Studies

Columbia International University

Master of Arts - American Religious History

Kent State University

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science And History

Malone University