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Tommie Motorsports Takes on the Baja SAE
STEAMThe University of St. Thomas Baja Racing Team, Tommie Motorsports, competed in its first Baja SAE series race Sept. 6-10 in Nashport, Ohio, with a vehicle built by the Tommie team members. “Being able to have a team from St. Thomas compete in a Baja SAE competition was a dream over two years in…
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In the News: University of St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research to Expand Following Funding
In the NewsMahmoud Kabalan, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering and director of the Center for Microgrid Research, and Don Weinkauf, dean of the School of Engineering, recently spoke with Energy News Network about how state and federal funding will be used to expand the university’s microgrid research. From the story: The University… -
St. Thomas Selected for Department of Defense-Backed ACE Initiative in Minnesota
STEAMThe University of St. Thomas is one of two Minnesota universities selected to be part of an emerging national network of machine tool workforce development centers supported by the Department of Defense. The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI), in partnership with the Department of Defense (DoD)’s Manufacturing Capability Expansion and Investment Prioritization (MCEIP)… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in the Classroom
In the NewsManjeet Rege, software and data science professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with the National Catholic Register about artificial intelligence and how it is impacting learning and classroom culture. From the story: But for schools that embrace AI, educators realize they have to pay close attention to it. Manjeet… -
Dr. Manjeet Rege Delivers Keynote Speech on AI at Minnesota IT Symposium
Professional NotesDr. Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas, and a leading AI expert, delivered the opening keynote speech on Sept. 7 at the Minnesota IT Symposium, providing insights into the rapid advances and potential impacts of artificial intelligence technology. In his address,… -
In the News: John Abraham Joins WCCO Radio at the Minnesota State Fair
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined Adam and Jordana live from the fair to discuss a wide range of topics, from the impacts of global warming on livestock, agriculture and building design, to the evolution of artificial intelligence and the four main food groups at… -
Generative AI’s Impact on American Jobs
Tommie ExpertsA look at the changing landscape The rapid and relentless advance of artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited apprehensions about its impending impact on the job landscape. Amid the heated debates surrounding the potency of AI in outperforming human capabilities and potentially supplanting jobs, a fresh report has surfaced, illuminating a disquieting prospect of various professions… -
Quentin George: Making a Difference From Thailand to Lifesaving Medical Devices
Humans of St. ThomasQuentin George has seen firsthand there are many ways to help others and make a difference in this world. His mother, Dr. Camille George, former professor and innovative force behind the School of Engineering’s global Peace Engineering effort, has role modeled this for decades. Now, her son has started to forge his own journey. A… -
Podcast: All Things Data with Guest Kirk Marple
In the NewsIn the ever-evolving technology landscape, data analytics and data strategy continues to play a larger role in economics and business models. Director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, Dr. Manjeet Rege, co-hosts the “All Things Data” podcast with adjunct professor and Innovation Fellow Dan Yarmoluk. The podcast provides… -
In the News: St. Thomas Microgrid Helps Reimagine Power Distribution
In the NewsMahmoud Kabalan, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with WCCO about the impact of extreme climate shifts on the use of microgrids. From the story: Inside the halls at the University of St. Thomas, you'll hear the hum of a self-sufficient microgrid, an isolated source of power that could…