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In the News: Audra Nuru on Navigating Difficult Holiday Conversations With Empathy and Boundaries
In the NewsAudra Nuru, professor of communication and family studies at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently provided Vogue with tips on engaging with differing views, setting healthy boundaries, and fostering meaningful connections, even in politically charged family gatherings. From the story: Thanksgiving is almost upon us, and given that we’re fresh…
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Professionals Share Experiences From Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership
Diversity, Equity and InclusionLeaders from diverse backgrounds are seeking to expand their voice in order to make a more impactful difference in their communities and workplaces. And to accomplish their goals they are leveraging one of the University of St. Thomas’ newest graduate degree offerings, the Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership. Whether championing health equity, advancing inclusion… -
St. Thomas Panelists Discuss Finding Peace After Conflict
Social JusticeAmid conflict, regardless of the root of that conflict, respect and dialogue are fundamental steps toward a peaceful future. That’s a lesson members of the St. Thomas community learned from speakers at related campus events, including two bereaved parents – Israeli Rami Elhanan and Palestinian Bassam Aramin – and the award-winning Irish author Colum McCann,… -
Sky’s the Limit: New Game Design Minor Teaches Accessibility
STEAMA set of headphones rested on Dr. Sky LaRell Anderson’s head as he waited for guests at the Jon Henner Memorial Accessibility in Games Speaker Series to settle in their seats. The University of St. Thomas faculty member appeared remotely, from his Minnesota office adorned with framed college degrees and the glow of purple and… -
Finding Forward: Hip-Hop Star Dessa on How Stories, Songs and Performance Can Bridge Divides
University NewsThe Minnesota native talked about finding her voice – and compassion for others – through the power of words at a Finding Forward talk at the University of St. Thomas Dessa was still a child of three or four when she discovered a love of words. “My mother was reading to me, and it had… -
In the News: St. Thomas Bucks the National Trend of Dwindling Arts Funding Thanks to $20M Gift From John Monahan
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Bill Tolman were recently quoted in a story from MinnPost about the historic $20 million gift to enhance arts education at St. Thomas. From the story: Arts education at the University of St. Thomas is getting a boost with… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on How Trump’s 2025 Policies Could Impact the Economy
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with U.S. News & World Report about how Trump’s 2025 policies, like tax cuts and tariffs, could impact the economy. From the story: On Jan. 20, 2025, Donald Trump will officially take the helm as 47th president… -
In the News: Bill Tolman on St. Thomas Receiving Record $20M Gift to Boost Arts Education
In the NewsBill Tolman, dean at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with Twin Cities Business about the $20 million donation from alum John Monahan which will go toward enhancing arts education through supporting faculty, contributing to scholarships and programs in fields like music film and creative writing. From the story:… -
Arts at St. Thomas Strengthens Campus Culture of Encounter
ArtsOne thing was for certain: This wasn’t your average band concert. To the passerby, it may have sounded like an odd assortment of notes leaking out of the Schoenecker Center’s new performance hall at the University of St. Thomas. “It can seem like a bunch of chaos,” said performer and digital media arts major Alejandro… -
St. Thomas Announces Record $20 Million Gift for Arts Education
ArtsThe gift from John Monahan ’73 will support arts programming, faculty, and scholarships and further elevate St. Thomas as a leading national Catholic university The University of St. Thomas announced a landmark gift for the arts on Nov. 14. The $20 million gift from John Monahan ’73 of Palm Springs, California, marks the most significant…