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Arrest Made in Hoax Bomb Scares

September 24, 2019

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Today, an individual was arrested by federal law enforcement for making the three hoax bomb threats against the University of St. Thomas. The suspect, Ray Persaud, age 20, will now be subject to the criminal process in federal court. The press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office is available here.

Statement from President Julie Sullivan on Sept. 17 Bomb Threat

President Julie Sullivan

September 17, 2019

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President Julie Sullivan addresses the Sept. 17 bomb threat, the third such threat received at St. Thomas since April.

Statement on Sept. 17 Bomb Threat

The Newsroom

September 17, 2019

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This morning St. Thomas evacuated four buildings on the St. Paul campus in response to a bomb threat that was received. Public Safety searched the buildings and found no suspicious objects. All normal university operations were scheduled to continue after the all clear was given.

Students walk through the Arches May 5, 2017.

Statement on Racist Incident in Ireland Hall

AVP for Inclusive Excellence Kha Yang and President Julie Sullivan

September 12, 2019

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Associate Vice President for Inclusive Excellence Kha Yang and President Julie Sullivan address the report of racist writing found in Ireland Hall on Sept. 11.

Follow-up Letter from Aug. 20 Bomb Threat, Emergency Protocol Reminders

Karen Lange, Vice President of Student Affairs

August 27, 2019

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Vice President for Student Affairs Karen Lange writes to remind the St. Thomas community of local safety procedures and resources, as well as communications practices.

Statement on Aug. 20 Bomb Threat to John Roach Center

The Newsroom

August 20, 2019

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At 9:37 a.m., the University of St. Thomas switchboard received a bomb threat directed at the John Roach Center (JRC) classroom building on the corner of Summit and Cleveland. No suspicious objects were found, and Public Safety issued an all-clear notification at 10:45 a.m.

Update on St. Paul Campus Bomb Threat

The Newsroom

April 17, 2019

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At 9:37 a.m. today, our campus switchboard received a call from someone claiming to have placed a bomb on campus. There was no information about location. The Saint Paul Police, Minneapolis Police and the FBI w...

Statement on Religious Vandalism in Ireland Hall

President Julie Sullivan and Provost Richard Plumb

March 12, 2019

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It is with a heavy heart that we write to inform you of an act of vandalism that took place on our campus in Ireland Hall.

Students walk through the snow across Sabo Plaza on South Campus in front of Owens Science Hall and O'Shaughnessy Science Hall during a snow storm on February 20, 2014 in St. Paul.

Class Cancellation and University Closure Guidelines

Richard Plumb, Ph.D.

February 27, 2019

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Extremely cold temperatures and heavy snowfalls characterize winters in Minnesota and can lead to dangerous and unsafe conditions.

Construction to Start in April on Iversen Center for Faith, New Residence Halls

Jordan Osterman '11

February 27, 2019

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Construction for three major projects on the St. Thomas north campus is scheduled to begin April 1.

Are You Prepared? A Review of Campus Safety Procedures

Newsroom

February 21, 2019

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As adults, the focus of emergency training shifts to personal safety planning – a lifelong habit that can begin today. If there is an emergency on campus, do you know what to do?

An aerial view of the Anderson Student Center, John P. Monahan Plaza, and the fountain. Taken September 23, 2012.

Post-incident Report Following Last Week’s USTALERT

Jordan Osterman '11

November 19, 2018

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A report of a potential threat on campus Thursday kicked off an investigation and subsequent USTALERT that there was no threat.

New Restrictions for Grand-Cleveland Parking Lot Take Effect April 3

Jordan Osterman '11

March 21, 2018

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Sixteen parking spaces in a St. Thomas lot at Grand and Cleveland avenues can be used only by customers of Davanni’s and Coffee Bene, effective Tuesday, April 3.

A University of St. Thomas Public Safety officer gets into a public safety vehicle on his way to assist a person who is locked out of their car on Saturday, May 23, 2009.

President’s Brown Bag Highlights Safety on Campus, Available Resources

Jordan Osterman '11

March 13, 2018

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President Julie Sullivan’s brown-bag session on March 13 addressed personal safety on campus and featured Karen Lange, vice president for student affairs, and Dan Meuwissen, public safety director, giving an introductory training to developing a personal safety plan, as well as outlining the many campus resources.

University Lists Winter Weather Guidelines

Jordan Osterman '11

January 26, 2018

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The university has developed the following information and guidelines for what to do and who to call during winter weather snow storms that may impact the campus.

Soft Launch Underway, Full Launch Oct. 30 for OneStThomas Intranet

Jordan Osterman '11

September 28, 2017

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The soft launch of OneStThomas is underway, with early adopters being trained in and starting to use the university's new intranet platform.

2017 Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report Available Oct. 1

Public Safety

September 22, 2017

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This notice complies with the Higher Education Opportunity Act.

Our Prayers Are With the St. Catherine University Community

St. Thomas Newsroom

September 13, 2017

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Our prayers are with our neighbors at St. Catherine University and the public safety officer who was injured during an incident on their campus last night.

Statement from Karen Lange and Dan Meuwissen About Accidental Firearm Discharge on Campus

Jordan Osterman '11

April 8, 2017

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Vice President for Student Affairs Karen Lange and Public Safety Director Dan Meuwissen have issued a statement about Friday night's accidental firearm discharge on campus.

In the Case of an Active Shooter: Run. Hide. Fight.

St. Thomas Newsroom

November 10, 2016

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In light of recent acts of violence on college campuses, the University Action and Response Team wants to inform the St. Thomas community of what to do in the event of an active shooter.

Statewide Tornado Drill Set for April 14

St. Thomas Newsroom

April 7, 2016

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Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 11-15.

Public Safety Alert: Minneapolis Skyway Robbery

Public Safety

March 17, 2016

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Public Safety would like to follow-up on a UST ALERT notification that was sent regarding a robbery that occurred in the skyway between Minneapolis Opus Hall and the Ryan Co. office building.

Public Safety Alert: Schulze Hall Assault

Public Safety

March 16, 2016

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Public Safety would like to inform the University of St. Thomas community of an assault that occurred in Schulze Hall on the Minneapolis campus.

Public Safety Posts Two Alerts From Recent Incidents

St. Thomas Newsroom

February 10, 2016

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Public Safety would like to inform the University of St. Thomas community of two thefts in Anderson Student Center, as well as groping and attempted groping incidents near campus.

Public Safety Alert: Indecent Exposure Incident Near Cleveland and Selby Avenues

St. Thomas Newsroom

January 15, 2016

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Public Safety would like to inform the University of St. Thomas community of an indecent exposure incident that occurred near Cleveland and Selby Avenues.