Sullivan, St. Thomas Early Supporters of Newly-Launched GreenLight Twin Cities
President Julie Sullivan and the St. Thomas community hosted the launch of GreenLight Twin Cities Tuesday night in the Anderson Student Center.
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Scholars of Finance Develops Ethical Leaders Nationwide
Ryan Quinlivan '15 started Scholars of Finance, which helps develop the next generation of highly capable financial executives who will act and lead from a strong grounding in principles and ethics. He was inspired by St. Thomas’ interdisciplinary curriculum, commitment to the common good, and more specifically, a Catholic studies course.
Tutor-Mentor Program Students Lead the Way
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The Tutor-Mentor program in the Center for Common Good has continued to grow, increasing its volunteerism by more than 500 percent in the past three years.
‘Pathways to Inclusion: Our DEI Journey’ Panel Brings Valuable Discussion
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Nearly 150 community members gathered Tuesday in O'Shaughnessy Educational Center auditorium for “Pathways to Inclusion: Our DEI Journey,” a 12-person panel discussion hosted by Associate Vice President for Inclusive Excellence Kha Yang and the Office for Diversity and Inclusion.
St. Thomas Announces Morrison Family College of Health
Following a landmark eight-figure gift from John M. Morrison and Susan Schmid Morrison, the University of St. Thomas today announced the naming of the Morrison Family College of Health.
Get Involved in Ashoka U
The University of St. Thomas will co-host the Ashoka U Exchange April 16-18, 2020, and as plans continue for this exciting opportunity, I invite you to get involved.
Student Leaders Participate in Inclusive Retreat
Student Affairs hosted 120 student leaders for a retreat this summer, focusing on diversity, equity and anti-racism.
St. Thomas Launches First Sustainability Strategic Plan
For the first time, St. Thomas has a comprehensive strategic plan for sustainability. The plan is the result of 18 months of work.
Center for Common Good Launches One University, One Breath
The Center for the Common Good will launch One University – One Breath on Thursday, Sept. 19 with open houses for students and for faculty and staff.
Rome to Home: SOLV Global Ties ‘Empower’ Study Abroad to ‘Awakening’ at Home
Maggie Martin spearheaded the creation of the Awakenings program, which gives students returning from the Empower semester opportunities to impact change.
St. Thomas Announces Founding Dean for College of Health
The University of St. Thomas today announced Dr. MayKao Y. Hang has been appointed vice president and founding dean of its College of Health – officially launching the new college that reimagines how future professionals can solve systemic health care problems.
Center for Common Good, Under-Told Stories Project Announce Collaboration
The Under-Told Stories Project is excited to announce a collaboration with the Center for the Common Good at the University of St. Thomas.
September Update on the Action Plan to Combat Racism
Diversity, equity and inclusion work by students, faculty and staff has continued across campus over the summer months.
Grandmother Inspires Wellness Tonics by Henry Kisitu ’12
Creating wellness tonics inspired by his grandmother and sold through his company, Jajja Wellness, is how Henry Kisitu ’12 contributes to the common good.
TommieShelf Mobile Helps Address Food Insecurities, Hosts Event Thursday
In May, the Center for the Common Good (CCG) partnered with local nonprofit, Keystone Community Services, and St. Thomas’ own experts in food insecurity, BrightSide Produce, to create TommieShelf and serve groceries and fresh produce to the St. Thomas and St. Paul communities.
Where Nothing Goes to Waste: Alum Vosters ’10 Battles Poverty Through Food
Samantha Vosters '10, '20 CSMA works to battle poverty at the Riverwest Food Pantry in Milwaukee.
What Has Two Wheels and Battles Waste? The Composting Bike, of Course
The St. Thomas student-designed composting bike may come your way this fall.
Kha Yang Begins as St. Thomas’ First Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence
St. Thomas today welcomed Kha Yang as its first Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence, a crucial leadership role that will guide the university’s ongoing journey to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive.
St. Thomas, Catholic Charities Sign Partnership for the Common Good
President Julie Sullivan and Catholic Charities President and CEO Tim Marx on June 27 signed a “Partnership for the Common Good."
St. Thomas Football Is Top St. Jude’s Fundraiser Fifth Straight Year
For the fifth consecutive year, the St. Thomas football team were the top fundraisers among 3,500-plus national student fundraising groups that generate funds to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the world’s foremost organization in battling childhood cancer.
Special Education With a Special Touch
The University of St. Thomas’ School of Education is on the forefront of trying to help fill the special education teacher shortage through multiple program offerings that include special education residencies in local school systems.
Steve Bullock: A Witness to History
Steve Bullock '81 MBA endured the Jim Crow laws of the South and rose to become interim president of the American Red Cross.
St. Thomas Day Celebration 2019 Recognizes Outstanding Tommies
The University of St. Thomas will celebrate its annual St. Thomas Day on Wednesday, May 1.
Muslim Students Share Messages Leading to Ramadan’s Beginning
Campus Ministry worked with several students to create a set of videos leading up to the beginning of Ramadan on May 5.
CAS’ SOLV Brings Problem-solving Into the Real World
The College of Arts and Sciences has created SOLV, an agile think tank moving beyond the university walls and into the community we serve for the common good.