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St. Thomas Connect Creates Mentorships Between Students and Alumni
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When Jacey Zadlo '25 began her college journey at the University of St. Thomas, she was eager to tap into the strong alumni network the university is known for. Through St. Thomas Connect, she was matched with an alumna whose guidance has been a steady source of support and inspiration throughout Zadlo's time at St. Thomas.
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Photos: Lee & Penny Anderson Arena Construction on Home Stretch
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Construction on the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena is about to enter its final summer sprint. With less than six months until opening, crews are beginning to roll out the finishing touches on the new home for the Tommie ice hockey and basketball programs.
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Faith on the Field: Kaitlyn Raymond '25 Reflects on Her Softball Journey
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For Kaitlyn "KK" Raymond, sports and faith are not entirely separate worlds. Her arrival at the University of St. Thomas provided this communications major with more than an opportunity for higher education; it marked a spiritual awakening.
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Innovation Fellows Spotlight: AI Toolkit Development
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A collaborative team of St. Thomas STELAR instructional designers, librarians, and faculty partners is bringing innovation to campus through their 2025 Innovation Fellows project focused on AI-powered teaching and learning. In this Innovation Fellows Spotlight, learn more about their work to develop a tool kit of generative AI resources, use cases and other best practices for teaching and learning.
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St. Thomas Club Sailing Wins Regatta
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The St. Thomas sailing team traveled to Columbus, Ohio, this past weekend, taking first in the Buckeye Offshore Regatta hosted by Ohio State. Congrats to the team for its first victory since reintroducing the team back in 2021. The team is now being invited to more prestigious, national regattas taking place this fall on the East Coast.
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Pope Francis: A Listener, A Leader, A Legacy
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Pope Francis was laid to rest on Saturday, April 26, in a private ceremony at Rome's St. Mary Major Basilica. In a Tommie Experts contribution, Bernie Brady, a professor of theology and an associate director in the Office for Mission, reflects on the day the man born as Jorge Mario Bergoglio became pope, his influence on St. Thomas and the legacy he built.
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Congratulate Dr. April Eichmeier for UROP Award
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Each year, the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) recognizes a St. Thomas faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to supporting undergraduate research and scholarly collaboration between faculty and students. The winner of the 2025 Undergraduate Research Award is Dr. April Eichmeier, assistant professor of emerging media in the College of Arts and Sciences. "What distinguishes her work is how students are trained to think scientifically and critically, to translate findings for both scholarly and public audiences, and to produce research that has tangible, real-world outcomes," wrote Dr. Peter Gregg, who nominated her for the award.
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May 1: Explore the Meaning Behind Work
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Wondering what it looks like to work in a way that is worth your time and effort? In this discussion centered around ethics professor Christopher Wong Michaelson's new book, Is Your Work Worth It?, St. Thomas faculty will engage in a revealing exploration of how to find meaning in work. The panel discussion gets underway at noon on Thursday, May 1, in ASC 238.
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May 1: Celebrate Impact of 2025 VISION Trip
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Celebrate VISION and the impact of the program's spring break experience in Phoenix, Arizona. This student-led showcase will feature personal stories, photos and reflections from 2025 trip participants. The event takes place at noon on Thursday, May 1, in ASC 340.
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May 7: Cheer on the Twins at St. Thomas Night
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Need a study break after another busy academic year? Students can join STAR for St. Thomas Night at Target Field! Cheer on the Minnesota Twins as they take on the Baltimore Orioles on May 7. Are you a senior graduating this semester? There are separate perks for you at this game and a separate signup link.
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May 8: Get Inspired at Creative Writing Reading
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Join Assistant Professor of English Leila Renee, a new creative writing faculty member, for an opportunity to hear a selection from her fiction writing. Stop by to welcome Dr. Renee to the St. Thomas community and gain inspiration for your own creative writing! This event takes place in the O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library on May 8 at 6 p.m.
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Legendary entrepreneur Dick Schulze listens as students pitch their ideas during the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship's annual e-Fest competition in Minneapolis. (Mark Brown/University of St. Thomas) |
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Media Highlights:
Students studying this semester at the Bernardi Campus in Rome witnessed the Pope's final blessing on Easter Sunday before his death. They talked to KSTP-TV and WCCO Radio about the experience.
Dr. John Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering, spoke to KARE 11 on Earth Day about climate change.
Dr. David Deeds, entrepreneurship professor at the Opus College of Business, provided insights to the Minnesota Star Tribune on what makes successful business partnerships.
Dr. MayKao Hang, founding dean of the Morrison Family College of Health, and Melanie Ferris, director of health equity program development, wrote a commentary about deep disparities in the Minnesota health care system. Their commentary was published by MinnPost ahead of this week's Whole Person Health Summit.
Dr. Manjeet Rege, the director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the School of Engineering, spoke with TechTarget about how quantum computing can improve supply chains.
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