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Making VR More Immersive: Smell the Difference
ResearchImagine the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the sweet smell of a chocolate bar, or logs burning on a campfire grill deep in a forest. Adding the sense of smell to the immersive virtual reality experience is right around the corner as more VR applications continue to be developed, according to research by Dr. Seth…
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St. Thomas Earns Third Consecutive Military Friendly School Gold
University NewsFor the third year in a row, the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota received the Military Friendly School Gold Award. St. Thomas has been recognized as a Military Friendly School for seven consecutive years. “I’m thankful, as we in Veterans Services understand that nothing happens in a vacuum,” Director of Veterans Services Norman Ferguson… -
Tommie Award Finalist: Nguyen ‘Lucky’ Phan ’24
Humans of St. ThomasFrom the time she set foot on the St. Thomas campus, Tommie Award finalist Nguyen “Lucky” Phan ’24 made a point to be actively involved in the university community. She has served as president of ASIA Club, vice president of Undergraduate Business Council and as the international students’ representative in Undergraduate Student Government. “Lucky represents… -
President Rob Vischer and Dr. Phil Esten ’95 Named to TCB 100 List
University NewsFrom new facilities that include the Schoenecker Center and the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena to the first Master of Science in Nursing graduates, the University of St. Thomas is being bold in a changing higher education market. And the Minnesota business community is taking note. Twin Cities Business recognized two of the university’s high-profile… -
St. Thomas Celebrates Holiday Season With Christmas Tree Lighting
People & CultureUniversity of St. Thomas students, faculty and staff kicked off the holiday season Nov. 29 in the atrium of Anderson Student Center with the 27th annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The event featured musical performances by Cadenza and The Summit Singers, as well as a special appearance by Santa Claus. President Rob Vischer and Tommie… -
VIDEO: Air Force ROTC Cadets Honor POW-MIA Service Members With Vigil
PhotosThe U.S. Air Force ROTC Detachment 410 and the University of St. Thomas chapter of Arnold Air Society, a national professional and service organization, began its 37th annual Veterans Day vigil Nov. 9. Cadets will march slowly and solemnly near the flagpole in the center of the lower quad on the St. Paul campus until… -
Sights and Sounds: Homecoming 2023
PhotosFrom the golf cart parade to Purple on the Plaza and Friday Festivities, the St. Paul campus was abuzz last week as students, faculty, staff, alumni and families celebrated their St. Thomas pride and passion. The football team defeated Butler University 17-10 as the team came up with a clutch win in the fourth quarter.… -
Ana Del Rivero: A Global Citizen in the Making
Humans of St. ThomasAna Del Rivero, a junior originally from Cancun, Mexico, feels right at home with two St. Thomas organizations: HOLA! and OISS. Since the Hispanic Organization for Leadership and Achievement as well as the Office of International Students and Scholars helped her early on, she readily volunteers her time with each. “It was crazy that a… -
Sights and Sounds: 2023 Welcome Days
Quotes from the QuadThe new school year kicked off with a whirlwind of excitement as students participated in a variety of events, including March Through the Arches, Headphone Disco, Freshman Innovation Immersion and more. Check out the Welcome Days video produced by Brad Jacobsen and Nick Clausen, as well as photos from Mark Brown and Brandon Woller ’17.