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Student Research Changes the Game for Tommie Athletics
AthleticsWhen Rico Blasi learned of a chance to get performance data about his hockey players – information to show if they were sick, stressed out or training at the wrong intensity – he jumped at the opportunity. After all, with an unprecedented move to Division I men’s hockey, the coach knew any competitive advantage would…
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School of Nursing to Recruit Students for Fall 2022
St. Thomas 2025 - Grow the Morrison Family College of HealthMinnesota’s newest nursing school is officially accepting students – and the news comes at a critical time as the nation grapples with a shortage of nurses. The Morrison Family College of Health School of Nursing has received the green light from the three governing bodies needed to recruit its first class of students for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and pre-licensure Master of Science in Nursing programs starting in fall… -
Law Alumnus Plays Pivotal Role in Veterans Restorative Justice Act
AlumniWhen Ryan Else’s active military duty ended in 2006 after nearly a decade of service with the Army National Guard, he contemplated his next steps. The veteran toyed with the idea of working in law enforcement or intelligence work. Ultimately, he was drawn to the law. At St. Thomas School of Law, Else ’11 J.D. discovered a passion… -
Academic Convocation: Fostering Trust
University NewsAfter two years, St. Thomas faculty and staff were finally able to gather in person again to kick off the new academic year at the 2021-22 academic convocation. Speaking to both a live audience inside O’Shaughnessy Educational Center (OEC) auditorium and virtually on Zoom, President Julie Sullivan spoke of the challenges still facing the university – and society… -
Equity in Action: Deans Discuss Racial Justice
Diversity, Equity and InclusionFour St. Thomas deans gathered recently to discuss racial justice and the approaches they are taking to best integrate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the classroom, the pedagogy and the hiring practices of their divisions. -
School of Education Helps Increase Access to Teaching
St. Thomas 2025The School of Education at St. Thomas is making inroads to increase the number of people of color who choose to become teachers, and national organizations are recognizing its efforts. -
DEI Journey Makes Impact on Athletics
AthleticsTommie fans will notice changes big and small when they return to the stands to watch their teams compete. One of these changes will be four words adorning some of the warm-up apparel: Shed A Little Light. -
St. Thomas Launches New Minnesota Institute for Trauma-Informed Education
University NewsEducating teachers to understand and address trauma triggered in the classroom is vital when it comes to nurturing a child’s ability to learn. As a result, the School of Education and the Morrison Family College of Health have teamed up to form the Minnesota Institute for Trauma-Informed Education (MITIE). The institute will help to develop, support, and advance the field of trauma-informed and trauma-engaged education. … -
Contact Tracers Help Keep Students Safe and Campus Open
University NewsContact tracers and care coordinators have become vital in the effort to keep campus open during the global pandemic by helping identify students who need to be in isolation or quarantine.