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University of St. Thomas Becomes Minnesota’s First Private University to Receive Age-Friendly Campus Designation
University NewsThe University of St. Thomas in Minnesota has been officially recognized as an Age-Friendly University (AFU), joining the prestigious Age-Friendly Global Network. St. Thomas is the first private university in Minnesota to earn this recognition. “Our mission to advance the common good compels us to prepare students to attend to the needs of an aging…
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English Professor Publishes Research on Reprinting History of the Brontë Sisters’ Poems
Professional NotesThe article, “A Reprinting History of the Brontës’ Poetry, 1850-1899,” by University of St. Thomas English Professor Alexis Easley, has been published in The Edinburgh Companion to the Brontës and the Arts, edited by Deborah Wynne and Amber K. Regis; Edinburgh University Press, 2025. Easley’s research found that despite poor initial sales, books of poetry… -
The New York Times Says Professor Bouwman’s Novel ‘Truly Shines’
Professional NotesThe coming-of-age novel Scattergood by Dr. Heather Bouwman, an English professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, received several advance, rave reviews. Published by Holiday House on Jan. 21, the historical novel is told from the first-person point of view of 12-year-old Peggy Mott, a Methodist… -
An Excerpt From New Book on Dr. King Co-Authored by Dr. Yohuru Williams
Racial Justice InitiativeA new book on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the young adult category (ages 12-18) is an adaptation of Jonathan Eig’s Pulitzer Prize-winning bestseller King: A Life. The adaptation is co-authored by Dr. Yohuru Williams, the Distinguished University Chair, professor of history and founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of… -
Engineering Professor Outlines Artificial Intelligence to Detect Risk of Obesity
Professional NotesObesity disease is a significant health issue that has affected millions of people worldwide. A new study co-authored by Dr. Manjeet Rege, a professor in the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas, explores the application of ensemble learning techniques in predicting obesity risk using lifestyle data. “By leveraging advanced algorithms in machine… -
Tommie Experts Video: Hurricane Havoc as Climate Change Intensifies
Tommie ExpertsHurricanes, powerful and destructive forces of nature, have long been a subject of study, particularly as their behavior and intensity seem to shift in response to climate change. Climate change expert Dr. John Abraham, a professor in the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas, had a discussion with environmental justice expert Dr.… -
Marlon Blake Accepts Role of Associate Dean and SDIS Director
Professional NotesDr. Marlon Blake, assistant dean of students at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, has accepted the role of Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Diversity and Inclusion (SDIS) at the university. In his new role, Blake will lead SDIS with a focus on fostering a vibrant and caring community where student… -
AI Can Imitate Life When It Comes to Chatbots
Artificial IntelligenceMany people often feel like they wish they could be in two places at once. While that may not be physically possible, the possibility is on the rise digitally as artificial intelligence continues to grow and evolve. One Minnesota radio personality, Jordana Green, hopes to have AI continue her legacy now and long after she’s… -
Walz Reappoints Tanya Gladney to Minnesota Peace Officer Board
Diversity, Equity and InclusionMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz recently appointed Dr. Tanya Gladney, an associate professor and law enforcement program coordinator in the Sociology and Criminal Justice Department at University of St. Thomas, to a second term on the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. The four-year term, effective as of July, will expire in January 2028. The…