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McCollum Highlights Federal Support for St. Thomas Energy and Manufacturing Programs
University NewsCongresswoman Betty McCollum recently visited the University of St. Thomas on Jan. 4 to receive an update on key programs receiving federal funding to improve sustainable energy sources and fill important workforce skills gaps. McCollum and her team were briefed by School of Engineering Dean Don Weinkauf and leaders of the St. Thomas Center for…
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St. Thomas President Vischer on Free Speech at the University
President's OfficeUniversity of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer sent the following message to St. Thomas students on Jan. 5, 2024. Over the past few months, higher education has been in the headlines as students, faculty, and administrators have grappled with the boundaries of campus free speech policies. As weighty geopolitical issues persist and as another election… -
Dr. Yohuru Williams Joins NY Governor at Press Conference for Signing of Bill Favoring Reparations to Slavery Descendants
Racial Justice InitiativeDr. Yohuru Williams, the founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas, joined New York Gov. Kathy Hochul for a historic bill signing in New York City. Williams was invited by the governor's office to attend the event and offer remarks that put the historic legislation into a historical context.… -
PHOTOS: Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration
Faith and MissionTo celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Dec. 12, a Spanish Mass was held in the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas. The Mass was followed by a procession to Scooter’s in Anderson Student Center for a reception and serenata. SDIS, Holidays at St. Thomas, DAB, HOLA, and Campus Ministry sponsored the event. Photos… -
Yohuru Williams Featured on Dan Aykroyd’s New History Channel Docuseries
Professional NotesDr. Yohuru Williams, distinguished professor of history and director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas, is one of the experts on the History Channel’s new documentary series “The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd.” Williams spoke about islands outside of Mexico City where more than 4,000 dolls are hanging from trees, fences… -
Statement from University of St. Thomas
St. Thomas seeks to clarify the intent of an optional workshop series offered through the Center for Well-Being that has been mischaracterized in several social media comments. The series began in 2020 after George Floyd’s murder in Minneapolis; several students sought ways to increase their allyship with their racially diverse peers, and this workshop series… -
U.S. Bank and the University of St. Thomas Launch Initiative to Support Financial Well-Being
University NewsThe University of St. Thomas and U.S. Bank are partnering to provide financial services and education support for Tommie students, faculty, staff and alumni. Elements of the partnership – which includes scholarship funds, a dedicated U.S. Bank coach to help the Tommie community reach their professional and personal goals, and a collaboration space – will… -
St. Thomas Student Enrollment Rises in Multiple Categories for 2023-24 Academic Year
St. Thomas 2025The University of St. Thomas in Minnesota saw a year-over-year increase in student enrollment across several categories, according to the final count from the 2023 fall semester. There was nearly a 5% increase in first-time, first-year 4-year students to 1,526 students, as well as gains across the total student body to 9,146 students. Bachelor’s-degree-seeking undergraduate… -
President Vischer Shares Message on Violence in Israel and Gaza
President's OfficeUniversity of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer sent the following note to the campus community on Tuesday, Oct. 10. As we begin a shortened week here on campus, we hold close to our hearts the innocent lives taken as a result of this past weekend’s terrorist attacks in Israel. The images and stories emerging from…