Grove City College alumnus Mark Sandvig ’07 joins Mid the Pines to discuss his journey from seminary and pastoral preparation to real estate leadership. Mark shares lessons on career change, calling, leadership, and serving others, offering practical encouragement for anyone navigating transition or seeking purpose in their work.

What does it take to lead in high-stakes environments—and stay grounded in faith and purpose?

In this episode of Mid the Pines, host Zach Jew ’11 sits down with Steve DeCaspers ’97, current Alumni Council President, to explore the lasting impact of alumni engagement at Grove City College. From personal reflections on his student experience to leading the Alumni Council today, Steve shares how graduates can stay meaningfully connected through their time, talent, and resources. Hear stories of mentorship, service, and generosity—and discover how even small steps can strengthen the Grove City community for generations to come. Whether you’re newly graduated or years removed, this conversation offers simple, meaningful ways to reconnect and make an impact.

What does it take to align 1,200 people around a single vision? In this episode of Mid the Pines, Zach Jew sits down with Barbara (Bentz '83) Staniscia, President and General Manager of Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc., to explore how great leaders turn vision into reality. From her Grove City roots to leading mission-critical work supporting the U.S. Navy, Barb shares practical insights on culture, purpose, and leading people through complexity.

A special bonus episode featuring President Brad Lingo’s '00 inauguration address as the 10th president of Grove City College, highlighting the College’s mission and the enduring values that define who we are.

In this episode of Mid the Pines, Grove City College alumnus Nick Matthews ’95—business leader, executive coach, and accomplished endurance athlete—joins host Zach Jew '11 to explore how leaders are shaped over time. From his early days studying Industrial Management to leading teams, learning through failure, and eventually coaching CEOs, Nick shares candid insights on formation, humility, and the long view of leadership. He also reflects on the discipline behind completing 76 marathons and ultramarathons, and how endurance principles translate directly into effective leadership. This is a conversation about growth, stewardship, and learning the long way.

In this episode of 'Mid the Pines, we sit down with Kyle Sasala, a former Grove City College Baseball Coach who is currently serving as a minor league coach for the Portland Sea Dogs, the Double-A affiliate for the Boston Red Sox. Before stepping into professional baseball, Kyle spent several years on the Varsity Baseball staff at Grove City College, where he poured into student-athletes and helped live out an athletic department culture built around a simple but powerful mantra: Wolverines Together.

Our newest 'Mid the Pines episode features Brad Lingo ’00, J.D., the 10th President of Grove City College, for a dynamic conversation about his first semester in office, his transition from Regent University’s Law School, and his vision for the College as it marks its 150th anniversary in 2026. He offers an engaging look at upcoming celebrations and how the broader community can participate. Tune in to learn more about what to expect in this milestone year as we look toward our exciting future.