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Finding Forward: How Storytelling Can Unlock Empathy and Break Down Divisions
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Award-winning Irish author Colum McCann spoke at a University of St. Thomas Finding Forward event about grief, peacemaking and bridging divides. McCann's bestselling novel, Apeirogon, follows two men – one Palestinian and one Israeli – who came together as friends to promote peace following immeasurable personal tragedy...
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Tales from the Archives: Other Campuses
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What do the Mall of America, Thunder Bay, Owatonna, Taipei, Chaska, Rome and Minneapolis have in common? All of these places have hosted St. Thomas campuses at some point in the university's history. While the main campus in St. Paul is likely the first that comes to mind when thinking of St. Thomas, the university has a tradition of...
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Connect With Loved Ones at Family Weekend
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A weekend of fun connecting Tommies and their families with the St. Thomas campus community is on the way! There will be plenty to keep the entire family busy and engaged from Oct. 4-6. Possibilities include a Cadenza performance, bowling, outdoor movie, and the football game against Stetson. Check out the full schedule online at TommieLink. |
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Take Part in Celebrating the Jewish New Year
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Campus Ministry and Minnesota Hillel invite the campus community to celebrate the Jewish New Year. Students of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to join as the Jewish High Holidays begin with the two-day holiday of Rosh Hashanah on Wednesday evening, Oct. 2. They will gather again for Yom Kippur, which begins the evening of Friday, Oct. 11. A variety of services, meals and gatherings are planned.
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October Is Campus Sustainability Month
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Join the Office of Sustainability Initiatives in celebrating Campus Sustainability Month by participating in events and activities happening throughout October. Each week will feature events and activities focused on a sustainability theme, in addition to self-guided activities that can be completed throughout the month:
Oct. 1-5: Sustainable living
Oct. 6-12: Recycling and organics
Oct.13-19: Nature
Oct. 20-26: Sustainable fashion
Oct. 27-31: Reduce and reuse
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Basketball Single Game Tickets on Sale Now
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It's time to make a plan to support your Tommies on the court! Single tickets for the St. Thomas men's and women's basketball teams are on sale now, with tickets starting as low as $8. Group and season ticket packages are also available.
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Oct. 3: Hear From Former Timberwolves Executive
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Come hear Tru Pettigrew, who was the first chief impact officer for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. He'll speak Thursday, Oct. 3, at 6 p.m. in Room LL16C at the Iversen Center for Faith. The conversation, presented by Dr. Yohuru WIlliams, director of the Racial Justice Initiative at St. Thomas, will be moderated by James Burroughs, the chief equity and inclusion officer for Children's Minnesota. Pettigrew will discuss bridge building lessons he's learned while at the Timberwolves in relation to building community after the murder of George Floyd. The event is organized by the MA in Diversity Leadership program.
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Oct. 4: Join Cor Jesu at The Saint Paul Seminary
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Young adults from around the Twin Cities are invited to an evening of adoration, worship, music and fellowship. Cor Jesu is a monthly opportunity for worship and relationship that takes place in St. Mary's Chapel at The Saint Paul Seminary.
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Oct. 6: Hesburgh Lecture: 'The Global Future of the Catholic Church'
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The Notre Dame Club of Minnesota, in association with the University of St. Thomas and St. Mary's University of Minnesota, welcomes Notre Dame Associate Professor of Theology Reverend Paul Kollman, C.S.C., for the 2024 Hesburgh Lecture Series "The Global Future of the Catholic Church." Join us on Sunday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m. at the Iversen Center for Faith, Room LL16, on the campus of the University of St. Thomas for the discussion.
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Oct. 10: Voting Rights Insights From Secretary of State
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Join this fireside chat with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, focusing on the vital role college students play in the democratic process. This in-depth conversation will explore the importance of the youth vote, provide practical information on voter registration and participation, and discuss how Minnesota continues to support and encourage young voters. Secretary Simon will share his insights and experiences, emphasizing how every student's vote can make a significant impact.
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Oct. 10: Introducing the Ignatian Spirituality Center
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The Iversen Center for Faith welcomes you to an open house on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 4-6 p.m. to celebrate the addition of the Ignatian Spirituality Center (ISC) to our space. Remarks by Father Christopher Collins, SJ, vice president for mission, and ISC leaders will take place at 4:30 p.m. Heavy appetizers and beverages will be served.
Rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Ignatian Spirituality Center offers experiences and tools for all seekers to strengthen and deepen their relationship with God and their neighbors. |
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Oct. 12: Run or Walk the Wellness 5K
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The Wellness 5K is back and better than ever! Gather your family, friends, colleagues, neighbors – or enjoy it solo.
However you do it, join the Center for Well-Being on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 8 a.m. This event is free for students, and only $20 for everyone else.
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Oct. 12: Hear About Impact of The House on Mango Street
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Bestselling author and essayist Sandra Cisneros will be in person on campus Saturday, Oct. 12, from 6 -8 p.m. She will reflect on the impact of her book The House on Mango Street and other projects, This event, sponsored by the Luann Dummer Center for Women, the English Department, and American Culture and Difference, is open to the public and will be held in the O'Shaughnessy Educational Center auditorium.
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See Something, Say Something
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The Department of Homeland Security's initiative for "If You See Something, Say Something" is not just a campaign, but a measured way to effectively communicate with the University of St. Thomas Department of Public Safety. By letting Public Safety know of a potential issue, concern, suspicious person or situation, we may effectively mitigate a situation from becoming volatile or dangerous.
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Inside the create[space], students design tote bags encouraging others to vote in the 2024 elections. Learn more about National Voter Education Week, which takes place Oct. 7-11. (Brandon Woller '17/University of St. Thomas) |
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Media Highlights:
John Abraham, PhD, a mechanical engineering professor at the School of Engineering, spoke with the Daily Mail about the amount of energy being added to the world's oceans as a result of burning fossil fuels, and how that added heat is contributing to regularly occurring mega-storms.
Bernie Armada, PhD, a communication studies professor at the College of Arts and Sciences, and Morgan Whiting, a student and member of the university's Civic Engagement, Voter Education and Advocacy (CEVEA) task force, spoke with MPR for a story about the importance of understanding and appreciating different viewpoints in a time of division.
Dave Vang, PhD, a professor of finance at the Opus College of Business, spoke with the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal about U.S. Bank's market share growth in the Twin Cities.
Yohuru Williams, PhD, distinguished university chair and founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative, spoke with Politico to share his insights on the cultural and political issues in the vice presidential debate.
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