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St. Thomas Students Win Big at the International Business Ethics Case Competition
A team of St. Thomas undergraduates earned top honors at the International Business Ethics Case Competition (IBECC) for tackling one of today's most pressing business issues: how femtech companies handle sensitive user data. These Tommies delivered the strongest performance by a St. Thomas team in the competition’s history. St. Thomas undergraduate students Claire Weiss ’27, Natalie…
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Leadership Is About More Than Intelligence. Read What Alum Says Matters Most
AlumniChengny Thao's ’00, connection to the University of St. Thomas runs deep, with one magical memory standing out: "As I was walking under the Arches to business class, my water broke. Later that evening, my daughter Belle was born. St. Thomas is truly magical," she said. For Thao, St. Thomas was more than just a… -
In the News: David Alexander Sheds Light on Social Pressures
In the NewsDavid Alexander, associate professor of marketing at the Opus College of Business, recently co-wrote an article for The Wall Street Journal, “When Positive Word-of-Mouth Can Have Negative Consequences.” In the piece, he does a deep dive into his recent research, homing in on social pressures surrounding consumerism. From the article:We found that it all comes… -
Hands-On Learning, Real-World Results: Class of 2025 Steps Into Dream Jobs
People & CultureWhen Johnathan Halva ’25 walks across the commencement stage at the University of St. Thomas to collect his diploma, the civil engineering major will skip the traditional post-grad job search. That’s because Halva landed his dream job well before his senior year even began. Passionate about renewable energy, Halva began an internship as a sophomore… -
In the News: Scott Martens on Tariffs and Supply Chains
In the NewsScott Martens, distinguished service professor of operations and supply chain management at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently sat down with the Minnesota Star Tribune for a Q&A on global trade, supply chains and tariffs. From the interview: The U.S. needs global trade. However, the country needs to be smart about… -
Managing Emotions: The Art of Self-Regulation
Tommie ExpertsA leader I advise found himself overwhelmed in a new leadership role. Reporting directly to the CEO, his calendar was packed, and stress was beginning to disrupt his sleep and well-being. When a great opportunity becomes a mental, emotional burden, what’s a leader to do to bring things back into balance? Not surprisingly, there’s an… -
Finding Forward: Business Legend Richard M. Schulze on Values That Connect
University NewsThe Minnesota-raised entrepreneur and philanthropist shared lessons on engagement from the business world at a Finding Forward talk at the University of St. Thomas As the founder of a business worth many billions of dollars and a foundation that has given away hundreds of millions more, you might expect Richard M. Schulze to have all… -
How New Product Tech Venture Program at St. Thomas Builds Innovative Leaders
St. Thomas 2025 - Promote and Leverage Our Comprehensive Academic ExcellenceEvelyn Truong ’23, ’24 MS grew up in Vietnam, witnessing firsthand the stark health care disparities faced by marginalized communities due to inadequate resources and technology. While the University of St. Thomas alumna aspires to bridge the gap in health care disparities, by one day creating solutions to make quality health care affordable and attainable,… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson on the Meaning of Work
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, professor of business ethics at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with MPR about the meaning of work. From the interview: Host: What are some of the myths that you want to bust in your book, Is Your Work Worth It? Michaelson: ‘Do what you love and you’ll never work… -
In the News: Schulze School of Entrepreneurship Hosts e-Fest
In the NewsDanielle Ailts Campeau, associate dean of Schulze School of Entrepreneurship at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio regarding the innovations presented at e-Fest. Campeau was joined by a student from California State University, Sacramento who is part of a team of students developing an AI program for detecting guns. From the WCCO…