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As St. Thomas prepares for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday and Native American Heritage Day on Friday, please note that some university offices and services will be closed or operate on reduced hours. Most offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday. All Dining Services locations will be closed on Thursday. |
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Building a Legacy of Advocacy and Service: School of Social Work Celebrates 50th Anniversary
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Since its first class in 1974, Tommie social workers have spread out, advancing health equity and community well-being across the globe. In this piece for St. Thomas Magazine, meet the Tommies working to make the world a better place, serving on the front lines of society's most pressing issues, including income inequality, affordable housing, mental health, health care access and social justice.
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A Tommie Explores Family, Football and Future
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As a senior mechanical engineering major and football player at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, Langston Robinson's journey is one filled with resilience, hard work, and an unwavering dedication to both his academics and athletics. Robinson, a center on the St. Thomas football team, hails from Milwaukee, making his time at...
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New Professor Profile: JiYong Lee and Jose Capa Salinas
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Assistant Professors JiYong Lee in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Jose Capa Salinas in the Department of Civil Engineering joined the School of Engineering this academic year. From groundbreaking research on using drone-captured images for infrastructure inspection to 3D printing and micro/nano fabrication, both bring a wealth of experience and expertise.
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Vote for Tommie Award Semifinalists by 8 p.m. Today
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This is a reminder to complete your vote for the 2025 Tommie Award! An amazing 40 semifinalists have been nominated and this round of voting will select the finalists. Check your email for your unique ballot. Voting ends at 8 p.m. today, Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The Tommie Award is presented each spring semester to a University of St. Thomas senior who, according to St. Thomas students, faculty and staff, best represents the ideals of St. Thomas Aquinas through scholarship, leadership and campus involvement.
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Save With Athletics Black Friday Ticket Package
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St. Thomas is giving fans the opportunity to watch select men's hockey, women's basketball and men's basketball games for the low price of $20 as part of the Black Friday Four Pack. The package includes a ticket to all St. Thomas home athletic events happening Nov. 29-Dec. 2, including both men's hockey games against Lake Superior State, the women's basketball game versus UIC and the men's basketball game versus Chicago State.
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Get Your Tommie Homecoming Sweatshirt
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Purchase a 2024 Homecoming sweatshirt! There are currently a variety of sizes, ranging from medium to 3XL, still available. Undergraduate students can pick up one for free – just please present your Event Pass when you stop by the Campus Life office in ASC 325. Everyone else, before you make your purchase, stop by Campus Life to ensure the sweatshirt size(s) you want to purchase are still available. The Campus Life office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (except during holiday breaks). If you have any questions, please email Erin Whipkey at whipkey@stthomas.edu.
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Dec. 2: Kick off the Holidays at Tree Lighting Ceremony
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Join the St. Thomas community for the tree lighting ceremony on Monday, Dec. 2, at 4:30 p.m. in the Anderson Student Center Atrium. This event officially kicks off the holidays at St. Thomas on campus with music and reflection. As we turn on the lights of the Christmas tree, all of the holiday lights around campus will light up too!
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Dec. 2: Take a Photo Inside Giant Inflatable Snow Globe
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Ahead of the tree lighting ceremony, stop by John P. Monahan Plaza to take your photo in a giant inflatable snow globe! Plus, you'll get more information about all the events happening during Holidays at St. Thomas. The globe will be available from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2. |
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Dec. 3: Meet Santa at Santa Reg's Winter Wonderland
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It's a St. Thomas holiday favorite! Join Campus Life in Scooter's for Santa Reg's Winter Wonderland on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 5-6:30 p.m. Enjoy refreshments, festive activities, and take a photo with Santa himself!
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Dec. 4: Advent Retreat for Faculty and Staff
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Faculty and staff from across the university are invited to participate in a morning of reflection. Led by Father Chris Collins, vice president for mission, and staff from the Ignatian Spirituality Center, this Advent retreat will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, from 9-11:30 a.m. in the O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library Room 108.
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Dec. 8: Enjoy A St. Thomas Christmas at Orchestra Hall
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The 37th annual St. Thomas Christmas unfurls with "Cherishing Peace." The concert at Orchestra Hall on Dec. 8 honors the persistent hope and resilience of our community with over 200 student performers in Chamber Singers, Donne Unite, Liturgical Concert Choir, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, and String Orchestra.
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Dec. 3: Savor a Slice of Pizza and Discuss Scripture
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What does the Catholic tradition say about how to interpret Scripture? And what are the lenses through which Catholics read Scripture? Explore the Catholic tradition and sacred Scripture in a special lunch and learn with Saint Paul Seminary professor Dr. Bill Stevenson. Come enjoy the discussion and free pizza on Dec. 3 at noon at Davanni's on Cleveland Avenue.
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Dec. 3: Learn From Ethical Rock Stars
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How does someone become virtuous? Dr. Heidi Giebel, Department of Philosophy, will share several lessons learned through conducting extensive life story interviews with exceptionally virtuous people. In this talk for the Philosophy Colloquium Series, Giebel will explore philosophical lessons about the nature of virtue, including how it is developed and expressed. The talk is at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 3, in the John R. Roach Center for the Liberal Arts auditorium.
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Prospective students and family members learn from School of Engineering faculty and staff while touring facilities during Engineering Days on the St. Paul campus. (Mark Brown/University of St. Thomas) |
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Media Highlights:
Christopher Michaelson, professor of business ethics at the Opus College of Business, spoke with MPR on the importance of finding meaning in work, how work impacts personal well-being and society, and why we should ask ourselves if our work is truly worth it.
Manjeet Rege, professor of data science and software engineering at the School of Engineering, spoke with WCCO Radio about the current state of AI regulations, the role of self-regulation by tech companies, and the potential changes in AI policies with the upcoming shift in U.S. leadership.
Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the College of Arts and Sciences, spoke with U.S. News & World Report about how Trump's 2025 policies, like tax cuts and tariffs, could impact the economy.
President Rob Vischer and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Bill Tolman were quoted in a story from MinnPost about the historic $20 million gift to enhance arts education at St. Thomas.
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Know of anything or anyone interesting around the university that would make for a good Newsroom feature story? Let us know at news@stthomas.edu.
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