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University of St. Thomas Professor Receives Prestigious Teaching Award
Professional NotesThe University of St. Thomas Psychology Department is proud to announce that Dr. Elise Amel, a distinguished professor in the Department of Psychology, has been awarded the Walter D. Mink Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher Award by the Minnesota Psychological Association (MPA). This honor was presented at the MPA’s 88th annual conference, recognizing Amel’s exceptional dedication and innovative contributions to undergraduate…
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In Our Prayers: St. Thomas Graduate Student Joel Wolfe
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers School of Education graduate student Joel Wolfe, who passed away unexpectedly Nov. 11. Wolfe was 49 years old. Wolfe is survived by his wife, Marinda; sons, Ryder and Thomas; parents, John and Judy Wolfe; stepfather-in-law, Dale Holbrook; sister, Jean Rigden; several nieces, a great-niece and a great-nephew; and numerous extended… -
St. Thomas Announces Record $20 Million Gift for Arts Education
ArtsThe gift from John Monahan ’73 will support arts programming, faculty, and scholarships and further elevate St. Thomas as a leading national Catholic university The University of St. Thomas announced a landmark gift for the arts on Nov. 14. The $20 million gift from John Monahan ’73 of Palm Springs, California, marks the most significant… -
Five University of St. Thomas Alumni-Founded Start-Ups Make the Cut for gBETA Cohort
Business & LawUniversity Hosts Sixth Cohort in Partnership With gener8tor After launching its sixth cohort, gener8tor and the University of St. Thomas announced the selection of five innovative start-ups founded by St. Thomas alumni to participate in the fall gBETA St. Thomas accelerator program. This year, BlueHorn Tea, Converteca, Doughy, Nuubi, and Offer Spotter were chosen from an impressive 53 applicants, showcasing their… -
St. Thomas Celebrates Second-Largest Undergraduate Class in 20 Years
University NewsThe University of St. Thomas welcomed 1,591 first-time, first-year students to campus this fall, the second-largest undergraduate class in two decades at Minnesota’s largest private university. The total represents a 4% year-over-year increase, helping to propel St. Thomas’ total student population to a four-year high of 9,445. Graduate student enrollment also rose, with a 2%… -
Dr. Obasesam Okoi Joins Editorial Board of International Journal of Engineering, Social Justice and Peace
Professional NotesDr. Obasesam Okoi, an assistant professor in the Department of Justice and Society Studies, has been appointed to the editorial board of the International Journal of Engineering, Social Justice and Peace. Okoi brings a unique interdisciplinary background to the board, combining his expertise in civil engineering and peace and conflict studies with his leadership of the… -
Catholic Studies Professor Chosen for Cardinal Wright Award
Professional NotesDr. Robert Kennedy received the 2024 Cardinal Wright Award for scholarly service to the Church by the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars at the 46th Annual Conference at the Catholic University of America. He also presented a plenary paper “Challenges in the Education and Formation of Catholic Professionals" at the September conference. The Fellowship of Catholic Scholars… -
Dr. Ankita Deka Named Director of Master of Social Work Program
Professional NotesThe Morrison Family College of Health at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota has named Dr. Ankita Deka its next director of its Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Deka started her new role at the School of Social Work in August 2024. A highly respected leader in social work education, Deka comes to… -
St. Thomas Garners High Marks for Engineering, Overall Value on Best Colleges List
University NewsUniversity of St. Thomas’ School of Engineering continues to rank high among national peers as it works to stay at the forefront of industry needs in spaces like advanced manufacturing, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. For the 11th straight year, the school is listed in the top 50 engineering schools without a doctorate program in…