Archive Posts
-
In Our Prayers: Zineta Cerić
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Zineta Cerić, who passed away on Sept. 18. Zineta is the mother of History Department adjunct faculty member Meliha Cerić. Zineta is survived by her husband of 47 years, Enver; daughters Meliha and Dijana; grandson Admir; brother Edin; sisters Mirzeta and Azra, and other family members. Services already have been…
-
McNeely Family Makes Leadership Gift to Create Pathways for Family Business Success
Business & LawThe University of St. Thomas’ Family Business Center announced a generous gift from the McNeely family and McNeely Foundation that provides dedicated leadership for the center. This donation positions the Family Business Center to reach a broader array of family businesses, particularly those in traditionally underserved communities that have not previously engaged with the center.… -
Exploring the History of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
Father Chris Collins, vice president for mission, holds a discussion with Rabbi Ryan Dulkin and Communications Director Sheree Curry, exploring the history and traditions of the Jewish holidays Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. -
Homily for Father David Smith
The following homily was delivered by Father Jan Michael Joncas at a vigil remembering Father David Smith on Sept. 15, 2022. Father Smith was a longtime faculty member and staff member in Campus Ministry at the University of St. Thomas. The Archdiocese in general and the University of St. Thomas in particular have lost two… -
Father David Smith, Founder of the Department of Justice and Peace Studies, Dies at Age 85
In Our PrayersFather David W. Smith, longtime faculty member and staff member in Campus Ministry at the University of St. Thomas, died suddenly Sept. 13. Archbishop Bernard Hebda will preside at the Mass of Christian Burial, which will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 16, at the Chapel of St Thomas Aquinas. Visitation and the vigil… -
New Chair Named After Engineering Professor
Professional NotesA chair professorship named after University of St. Thomas Engineering Professor Dr. Manjeet Rege has been established by a university in Hyderabad, India, to honor his outstanding academic contributions in the field of software. The Manjeet Rege Professor of Data Science and AI is the highest academic honor from Woxsen University that will serve as a… -
Dr. Raymond N. MacKenzie Publishes 'Red and Black' Translation
Professional NotesEnglish Professor Dr. Raymond N. MacKenzie recently published a translation of the book, Red and Black. It was originally released in 1830 by Stendhal, the pseudonym of Marie-Henri Beyle. About the book: "Fueled with a combustible mix of ambition, naivete, and Napoleonic ideals, Julien Sorel sets his sights on the heights of French society. But… -
St. Thomas Continues Steady Climb Among National Catholic Universities
University NewsBuoyed by strong programs such as engineering, business and computer science, as well as its veterans programs, the University of St. Thomas continues to steadily raise its profile among the nation’s top Catholic institutions of higher education. Minnesota’s largest private university landed 17th among the top 20 national Catholic universities ranked in the 2022-23 U.S.… -
Professor Kenneth Goodpaster Publishes 'Conscience, Corporations, and the Common Good'
Professional NotesIn September 2022, Springer Publishers published Emeritus Professor Kenneth Goodpaster's new book, Times of Insight: Conscience, Corporations, and the Common Good, as part of its Eminent Voices in Business Ethics book series. The book is designed for students, scholars, and the general business community. About the book: Goodpaster critically reviews the nearly 50 years of…