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New St. Thomas Master’s Program Addresses Changing Landscape of Supply Chain
Business & LawRecent geopolitical conflicts, the ongoing impact of the pandemic, and pressing climate change issues have underscored the critical importance of efficient and resilient supply chains in the global economy. To address these challenges, the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business is introducing a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, aimed at equipping…
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Podcast Series Explores Finding Purpose After College
Business & LawThe “Work in Progress with Christopher Wong Michaelson” podcast recently recorded a four-part series titled “In Search of Careers and the Common Good,” which includes candid conversations with professionals across three different career stages – early, middle and encore. “One thing I often say to (my students) is that if they’re only in college to… -
VIDEO: 2023 Melrose Twin Cities Principled Leadership Awardee
Business & LawSt. Thomas’ Melrose and The Toro Company Center for Principled Leadership has announced the 2023 recipient of the Melrose Twin Cities Principled Leadership Award: George Lee, founder of the Jobs Foundation. The Jobs Foundation is a nonprofit committed to helping economically disadvantaged adults overcome barriers to employment, providing them with job training and practical experience… -
A Reimagined Way to Address Food Insecurity
Business & LawSpotting an opportunity to combat food waste and hunger while working in facilities management as a student worker, Will Pittner ’22 has partnered with the University of St. Thomas to redistribute excess food to people in need within the community. His start-up, Food to People, is an innovative system to help alleviate food insecurity by… -
Converteca: Creating a More Sustainable Supply Chain
Business & LawAn innovative recycling process that diverts batteries from landfills, rivers and main ecological systems In the U.S., there are more than 2,000 lithium-ion batteries per person, and 95% of them end up being improperly discarded, causing harmful compounds to seep into the environment. Gabriel Riegert ’25 learned about the complexities of the battery supply chain… -
New MS in Management Program First of Its Kind in Upper Midwest
Business & LawThe Opus College of Business has announced a new Master of Science in Management (MSM), the first of its kind program in the Upper Midwest. Designed for current students and recent graduates from non-business disciplines, this 10-month hybrid program integrates students’ unique undergraduate interests with essential business and management knowledge, creating a pathway to accelerate… -
Muso Makoi: Empowering Women’s Health Through Fashion and Storytelling
Business & LawFor Fatoumata Jaiteh ’19, women's health is deeply personal: “Women literally bring life and order into this world, yet we face many disparities in health and life.” As the founder of the lifestyle brand Muso Makoi, she saw an opportunity to change the narrative. “Muso Makoi” means “support, help, empower women” in Mandinka, reflecting her… -
TripOutside: Preserving the Planet With Human-Powered Adventures
AlumniGrowing up in northern Minnesota, Julie Singh ’03 has always been drawn to wildlife conservation and nature. Years later, her profound connection to the outdoors has evolved into a business dedicated to preserving the environment she loves. She spent her early career working in corporate finance, but always felt the pull toward the outdoors. In… -
Alum Entrepreneur Empowers Authentic Expression
Diversity, Equity and InclusionJamie and Souphak Kienitz ’16 are the founders of Jay Victoria – an inclusive brand offering fashion for plus women, nonbinary and queer humans. Their mission is to make everyone feel seen, heard and confident in their clothing. Focusing on plus-size menswear style, Jay Victoria fills a void in the fashion industry, empowering authentic expression…