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Sights and Sounds: Class of 2028's March Through the Arches
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On a sunny September day, members of the Class of 2028 at St. Thomas started their journey at the university by marching through the Arches while family members, faculty and staff cheered them on. "You are about to become part of a story that is bigger than yourselves. Every entering class of students writes a…
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Sights and Sounds: 2024 Welcome Days
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The Class of 2028 has arrived at the University of St. Thomas to help kick off a new school year. About 1,600 first-time, first-year students were welcomed to campus with a full schedule of events meant to foster connection and lasting friendship. This year's Welcome Days featured beloved traditions, including March Through the Arches, late-night…
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President Vischer: Welcome Back, Tommies!
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President Rob Vischer offers a message of encouragement and welcome to St. Thomas students, as we begin a new academic year. Watch his reflection, calling on us to embrace a culture of encounter.
Faculty and staff interested in hearing the President's Convocation that took place on Tuesday are encouraged to log in to view the program here. |
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Spirit of Innovation Blossoms in Class of '28
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The anticipation was palpable at the University of St. Thomas, where more than 120 first-year students gathered a week before classes started to brainstorm, design and pitch business prototypes at the Freshman Innovation Immersion event. "It's a phenomenal opportunity for students to explore and learn about what it means to have an innovative mindset," said…
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Tommies Explore Careers, Gain Hands-On Experience at Summer Internships
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Tommies are officially back on campus for the fall semester, and many are returning after spending their summers at valuable hands-on internships. From the Minnesota Department of Transportation to Wells Fargo, these University of St. Thomas students fanned out across the country, exploring careers and jobs in an industry of interest. The St. Thomas Career…
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Tommie Athletics: Volleyball Invitational, Football First
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Another busy weekend of home athletics action brings more chances to cheer on your Tommies!
Sept. 5-7: Schoenecker Arena will host the second annual Tommie Invitational Volleyball Tournament where St. Thomas will play Tarleton State, Valpo and Northern Illinois.
Sept. 7: The Tommie football team welcomes the University of Northern Iowa to O'Shaughnessy Stadium on Saturday, marking the first time in program history that the Tommies will host a Football Championship Series (FCS) power. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.
For a full schedule and tickets, click here.
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Sept. 5: Join Campus Ministry for Mass, Block Party
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Campus Ministry Day is Thursday, Sept. 5, and features three events open to all. Mass of the Holy Spirit gets underway at noon in the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas, with an open house in Campus Ministry following Mass. The day ends with the annual Campus Ministry Block Party, featuring "The Voice" alums JonCarlos and Gabriela. The party gets underway at 7:30 p.m. in the Iversen Center for Faith amphitheater.
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Sept. 12: Engage in Dialogue on Hinduism and Christianity
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How can dialogue across traditions deepen understanding of humanity's shared quest for truth? In this conversation between two scholar-practitioners, Father Yann Vagneux and Professor Anantanand Rambachan, explore the intersections between Hindu and Christian traditions. This free event is sponsored by the Jay Phillips Center in partnership with the Minnesota Multifaith Network.
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Welcome Days student leaders pose for a photo at the Academic Resources Fair on John P. Monahan Plaza. (Mark Brown/University of St. Thomas) |
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Media Highlights:
John Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the School of Engineering, joined WCCO Radio's Adam and Jordana live from the Minnesota State Fair to discuss a wide range of topics, including how artificial intelligence may impact STEM careers in the future.
St. Thomas football head coach Glenn Caruso and two players, running back Hope Adebayo '25 and linebacker David Ayeni '25, were quoted in a Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder article previewing the 2024 season.
Rachel Moran, associate professor at the School of Law, spoke with MinnPost about Minneapolis Police Department Chief Brian O'Hara and Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty publicly grappling with blame for juvenile crime.
Men's basketball head coach Johnny Tauer, women's hockey head coach Joel Johnson and men's hockey head coach Rico Blasi joined FOX 9 live at the Minnesota State Fair to talk about the school's new partnership with the channel, the upcoming athletics season and the excitement surrounding the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena.
Read more St. Thomas "In the News" stories. |
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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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