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Sights and Sounds: Graduate School Commencement
People & CultureMaster's and doctoral students from schools and colleges across the University of St. Thomas gathered in the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena for two commencement ceremonies celebrating the Class of 2026. The 9:30 a.m. ceremony honored graduate students from the Morrison Family College of Health and the Opus College of Business, while the 12:30 p.m.…
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Sights and Sounds: 2026 Undergraduate Commencement
PhotosNearly 1,400 undergraduate students became the newest alumni of the University of St. Thomas as they walked — or danced — across the commencement stage at Lee & Penny Anderson Arena on May 23. Thousands of proud family members, friends, faculty and staff cheered on the graduates at the day’s three ceremonies. Health, Education, Engineering:… -
In the News: Seth Ketron on Target’s Sales Growth
In the NewsSeth Ketron, a marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, spoke with KARE 11 about Target’s stronger than expected quarterly sales results and whether the retailer is positioned for long-term growth. Ketron noted that it will take several more quarters of consistent performance to determine whether Target has fully turned… -
Faculty Honored for Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship and Service
University NewsAcademic Affairs at the University of St. Thomas presented five faculty with universitywide awards in May 2026. The honors celebrate faculty who embody the mission of the university through their teaching, scholarship and service. In recognition of their excellence, all award recipients will receive professional development funding, and their names will be added to plaques… -
In the News: Tim Sielaff on Financial Pressures Facing Hospitals
In the NewsTim Sielaff, executive fellow at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, spoke with Twin Cities Business about the growing financial strain facing hospitals in Minnesota as rising labor costs, inflation and inadequate insurance reimbursements put pressure on health systems. From the article: The Minnesota Hospital Association says we have a problem. More than 30… -
e-Fest's 10th Year Adds Challenge From Tommie Alum's Business
University NewsThe University of St. Thomas welcomes 25 of the country’s top student startup teams to campus each spring for a three-day e-Fest, the nation’s largest cash-prize competition for undergraduates. In this year’s Innovation Challenge, students worked on a real business challenge from a company founded by a University of St. Thomas alum. “For the 10th anniversary,… -
Opus Alumni Businesses Support Locals in Need
AlumniWhen Easy Day Cafe co-founder Stephanie Ayala set out a small storage bin inside her South Minneapolis coffee shop for customers to donate a few items for families in need, she wasn't expecting much response. But a few hours later, dozens of food items and toiletries filled the front of the cafe. "It blew up,"… -
In the News: Laura Russ on Luxury Rental Housing Trends
In the NewsLaura Russ, executive director of the Shenehon Center for Real Estate at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Minnesota Public Radio about the growing trend of luxury single-family rental developments in Minnesota suburbs. Russ explained that rising housing costs, lifestyle preferences, and demand for flexibility are driving more people toward rental housing, including higher… -
A Wellness Club Helps Students GLOW
Humans of St. ThomasAbby Hutchinson ’26, co-founder of the student group Girls Living Out Wellness (GLOW), still remembers touring the University of St. Thomas for the first time. “I found myself comparing every school to the University of St. Thomas,” she said. Hutchinson immediately felt a sense of belonging that stayed with her, even as she formed one… -
In the News: John Spry on Restaurant Pricing Strategies
In the NewsJohn Spry, a professor in the Department of Finance at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, spoke with KSTP on how restaurants are becoming more creative and competitive as inflation and economic uncertainty continue to influence consumer behavior. From the article: A Minneapolis restaurant in the North Loop is testing smaller plates…