Sept. 11, 2024 Newsletter

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Building the Future of Tommie Athletics: First Look at Lee & Penny Anderson Arena

Construction progress on the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena on south campus in St. Paul on September 9m, 2024.
Center ice and halfcourt are taking shape at the University of St. Thomas as construction on the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena reaches new heights. The multiuse arena on the university's St. Paul, Minnesota, campus will host the Tommie ice hockey and basketball programs. After months of footing and foundation work, excitement is building as…
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Using Augmented Reality to Tell Stories About the 'Culture of Encounter' at St. Thomas

Photo showing the new Culture of Encounter exhibit in the O’Shaughnessy Educational Center Art Gallery
In the wizarding world of Harry Potter, readers are delighted to discover that the walls of Hogwarts buildings are covered with magical portraits, capturing the essence of the people featured that then come to life when someone stands in front of them. That technique requires enchantments and spells and things that are impossible to replicate…
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Empowering Voters at St. Thomas: CEVEA's Commitment to Civic Engagement

Voter registration booth student workers pose for a photo at Pack the Quad on Monahan Plaza on September 6, 2024 in St. Paul.
The Civic Engagement, Voter Education, and Advocacy (CEVEA) task force at the University of St. Thomas is spearheading a comprehensive civic engagement campaign this fall, aimed at fostering a culture of active citizenship across the campus community. "Democracy only works with an informed and engaged citizenry," said Dr. Rob Aspholm, the CEVEA faculty liaison and…
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NSF Awards St. Thomas $363,000 Grant to Study Urban Agriculture

Students check nitrogen and phosphorus levels in raised garden beds in the Stewardship Garden as part of a multi-year research project led by Professor Chip Small.
The National Science Foundation has awarded the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota a $363,000 research grant to study the impacts of urban agriculture. The grant comes as the popularity of urban farms, backyard plots and community gardens continue to grow in the U.S. amid a changing climate. The project, "Measuring Ecosystem Services from Urban…
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Upcoming Events

Sept. 24: Hear from Author Colum McCann

Promotional image for Finding Forward conversation with award-winning author, Colum McCann.
Finding Forward welcomes award-winning author Colum McCann for a conversation with President Rob Vischer. They will discuss peacemaking, grieving and storytelling. McCann is the author of seven novels, including the New York Times best-seller Apeirogon, a unique exploration of the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This Finding Forward conversation will explore how we can connect with each other, breaking down barriers in a time of turmoil and divisiveness.

The Sept. 24 event in Woulfe Alumni Hall starts at 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public. A livestream option is also available. Registration is required.
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Chat With President Vischer During Office Hours

Have something you'd like to discuss with the president? St. Thomas President Rob Vischer is holding office hours monthly on both St. Paul (Aquinas Hall) and Minneapolis (Terrence Murphy Hall) campuses. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. To schedule a 15-minute appointment with the president, contact Erica Oswald at ejoswald@stthomas.edu or (651) 962-6500. For a list of available dates click here.

Get Your Flu Shot on Campus

Getting your annual flu shot is a safe and simple way to protect yourself and those around you from the flu. Flu clinics are offered on campus at convenient times and locations to fit into your busy day. Learn more and view the full schedule of clinics here.

Seen Around St. Thomas

Jon Carlo and Gabriela at the Campus Ministry Party on the upper quad on September 5, 2024 in St. Paul.
JonCarlos and Gabriela perform at the Campus Ministry Block Party outside the Iversen Center for Faith. (Brandon Woller '17/University of St. Thomas)

In the News

Media Highlights:

Andy Babula, director of the real estate program at the Opus College of Business, spoke with the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal about how appeals on commercial property values in Minneapolis have reduced tax revenues.

Jacob Benda, director of music, liturgy and sacred arts at the College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with The Catholic Spirit about how he is creating a special place where art and music inspire and uplift the St. Thomas community.

Annette Hines, executive director of the Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing, spoke with KARE 11 about the significant drop in nursing vacancy rates in Minnesota's hospitals.

Kevin Sauter, professor emeritus of communication studies at the College of Arts and Sciences, spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune about the state of today's presidential debates.

Read more St. Thomas "In the News" stories.

Professional Notes

Headshots of Michael O’Donnell, Dr. Avinash Malshe and Dr. Christopher Wong Michaelson, and Dr. Manjeet Rege
Journalism Associate Professor Emeritus Michael O'Donnell has co-authored a new editing textbook, The Essential Guide to Better Writing Across Today's Media.

The Opus College of Business has announced the appointment of Avinash Malshe and Christopher Wong Michaelson to endowed chairs.

Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, was a keynote speaker at the fourth International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge in South Africa.

Read more about these accomplishments in the Newsroom.

In Case You Missed It

Sights and Sounds: 2024 Welcome Days
Class of 2028's March Through the Arches
Tommies Gain Hands-On Experience at Summer Internships

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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