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In the News: Catherine Grant Shares Inspiration and Advice for Summer Gardening
In the NewsCatherine Grant, greenhouse and medicinal garden manager at the University of St. Thomas, recently joined MPR’s Angela Davis to share advice for summer gardening. From the story: So many of us are behind with our planning this year. ... We are in this transition right now from spring to summer and I would first just…
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Luann Dummer Center for Women Names Dr. Elizabeth Wilkinson as New Director
Professional NotesThe Luann Dummer Center for Women (LDCW) at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota has appointed Dr. Elizabeth Wilkinson to serve as the next director of the center. Her directorship will begin on July 1, 2024. Wilkinson, who has been at St. Thomas since 2008, is an associate professor in the Department of English… -
In the News: Brian Casey Creates Timberwolves Theme Song Amid Historic Playoff Run
In the NewsBrian Casey, adjunct music professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts of Sciences, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about a song he created in collaboration with hip-hop producer Lazerbeak. From the story: Sometime between Anthony Edwards’ postgame interview on Sunday night and his now-immortalized catchphrase going viral Monday, Brian Casey came up… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Divided US Economy
In the NewsTyler Schipper, economics professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with CNBC about a “K”-shaped economic recovery since the COVID-19 pandemic. From the story: At American Express, consumers are continuing to open high-fee credit cards and splurge on luxuries like travel. But for lending firm Upstart, there’s a strong interest… -
How a Cybersecurity Course Paved the Way to Defense Department Job
Humans of St. ThomasJohn Morrison ’24 doesn’t know exactly what his parents do for a living – it’s classified. But he’s always been certain about one thing: He wants to follow in their footsteps. “Growing up with them, it made me realize, I want to be just like them,” Morrison said. “They played such an important role in… -
In the News: Nation’s First-Ever Catholic Studies Program Started at St. Thomas
In the NewsThe National Catholic Register recently featured an article about The National Eucharist Pilgrimage, highlighting the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences – the proud home of the nation’s first-ever Catholic Studies Program. From the story: Five hundred miles farther back along the pilgrimage route, you can find another instance of Midwest Catholicism… -
Schoenecker Center Ushers in New Era of STEAM Education
St. Thomas 2025 - Lead in STEAM EducationAs the St. Thomas community came together on May 8 to dedicate the Schoenecker Center, the university’s new home for STEAM education, faculty, staff and students made it clear: Bold, interdisciplinary learning is already alive and thriving within its walls. University leaders, the Board of Trustees and the building’s many benefactors attended the Schoenecker Center’s… -
In the News: St. Thomas Seniors Share Thoughts on Upcoming Graduation
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas graduating seniors, Onella Nkurunziza and Skye Schultz, recently joined WCCO Radio to discuss what it was like graduating from high school during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and what they’re looking forward to with their upcoming college graduation. From the story: Host: When you look ahead now to actually being… -
Art History and Microbiology Collaborate in New Project
STEAMBiology major Shaylee Beckfield ’25 believes bacteria can get a bad reputation. This spring she’s helping correct any misconceptions – one colorful petri dish at a time. As part of a series of Agar Art workshops inside the brand-new Schoenecker Center at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, Beckfield has passed out dozens and… -
WCCO Reporter Pauleen Le to Emcee LDCW Spring Legacy Brunch
Arts & HumanitiesPauleen Le ’11 always wanted to be an astronaut, but after finding out that the profession required a lot of math – something she admits isn’t her strong suit – it was her mother who suggested the award-winning journalist’s current career path. “She told me that I loved to talk and tell stories, so why…