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Family Connection: Meet the Sisters Welcoming Future Tommies to Campus
Humans of St. ThomasIf you visit the admissions office at the University of St. Thomas, you’re likely to encounter genuine family hospitality. Two sisters from Brookfield, Wisconsin, Lauren and Lizzy Rusch, are often at the front desk, together, ready to offer prospective students and their families a warm, “Welcome to St. Thomas.” Lauren ’25, a senior admissions intern,…
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In the News: Muer Yang on Long Voting Lines Contributing to Misinformation Spread
In the NewsMuer Yang, operations and supply chain management professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently published an article in the Minnesota Reformer and spoke with the editorial board at The Minnesota Star Tribune about his latest research, which found that long wait times at polling places may lead to an increased… -
St. Thomas Alum Proudly Serves Tribe and the Law
AlumniCharles Dolson ’14 J.D., ’24 Executive MBA has explored many different career paths. A Marine Corps veteran, police officer and attorney, the one closest to the Bemidji resident’s heart and his cultural roots was when he served as CEO of Red Lake, Inc. “My volunteer work for Indian tribes has been in the world of… -
Tommie Experts: Long Poll Lines Deter Voters, Boost Fake News Spread
Tommie ExpertsFree and fair elections are the cornerstone of democracy, but recent U.S. elections have faced two major challenges: the spread of political misinformation and long voting lines. As it turns out, there may be a connection between the two. According to new research, areas of the country with longer voting lines have the lowest level… -
Ann Winblad ’75: A ‘Superstar’ Risk-Taker and Ultimate Cheerleader
People & CultureA cheerleader and high school valedictorian walk into a bar. It sounds like the start of a joke, but it’s a description of acclaimed venture capitalist Ann Winblad ’75. It’s part of a story she told a crowd at a TED Talk decades ago when TED was just getting started. “The title of my talk… -
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… -
In the News: Seth Ketron on 2024 Holiday Spending Forecasts
In the NewsSeth Ketron, assistant marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO-TV on how holiday spending forecasts, expected to hit nearly $1 trillion this year, help retailers prepare for staffing, inventory and consumer trends. From the story: Holiday spending could break an all-time record this year. The National… -
In the News: Jason Pattit on How Natural Disasters Impact Minnesota’s Agriculture and Medical Device Industries
In the NewsJason Pattit, professor of management at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about how events like hurricanes disrupt supply chains and affect local businesses, highlighting the far-reaching consequences on food costs, medical supplies and restaurant sourcing. From the story: Host: What is the bigger picture in terms of… -
In the News: Dave Vang on U.S. Bank’s Growing Twin Cities Market Share
In the NewsDave Vang, a professor of finance at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal about U.S. Bank’s market share growth in the Twin Cities, crediting its size for allowing more competitive rates. From the story: The annual deposit and market share report by the Federal Deposit… -
In the News: Entrepreneurial Alumnus Helps to Feed Those in Need and Limit Waste
In the NewsWill Pittner ’22, an alumnus from the University of St. Thomas Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, recently spoke to The Catholic Spirit about Food to People, his sustainable business for limiting food waste and helping with food scarcity. From the story: Hunger is a persistent problem throughout the world. Over 30% of food made with the…