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Tales from the Archives: Homes for the Arts and Sciences
St. Thomas 2025 - Lead in STEAM EducationAs the first group of students take classes in the Schoenecker Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to foster creativity and innovation, take a nostalgic journey through the history of homes for the arts and sciences on the St. Thomas campus. In 1903, the Class Building emerged as a cornerstone for academic pursuits, featuring a cutting-edge…
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In the News: John Abraham on Record Ocean Temperatures
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, was recently featured in The Guardian discussing a global study indicating that the world’s oceans broke another heat record in 2023. From the story: “Astounding” ocean temperatures in 2023 supercharged “freak” weather around the world as the climate crisis continued… -
McCollum Highlights Federal Support for St. Thomas Energy and Manufacturing Programs
University NewsCongresswoman Betty McCollum recently visited the University of St. Thomas on Jan. 4 to receive an update on key programs receiving federal funding to improve sustainable energy sources and fill important workforce skills gaps. McCollum and her team were briefed by School of Engineering Dean Don Weinkauf and leaders of the St. Thomas Center for… -
VIDEO: St. Thomas Students Collaborate to Save Discarded Pianos
St. Thomas 2025 - Lead in STEAM EducationIt’s a heavy, clunky and often emotional problem: how to dispose of an old piano. Once glorified as a beautifully crafted wooden frame housing musical strings and polished keys, unwanted pianos can often end up neglected and ultimately, in the trash. To solve that issue, every fall University of St. Thomas students seek sustainable alternatives.… -
What Powers John Abraham? The Answer May Be in His Backyard
Sustainability & EnvironmentUniversity of St. Thomas engineering professor John Abraham, a globally known expert on climate change, is on a quest to make the world a better place. That quest begins in his very own backyard. When Abraham invites visitors into his south Minneapolis backyard, guests may first notice the large vegetable garden. But after looking up,… -
In the News: John Abraham on China’s First Underwater Data Center
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with New Scientist about China’s new underwater data center that should cut power usage and carbon emissions. From the story: An underwater data centre that harnesses the ocean’s natural cooling capability is taking shape near China’s Hainan Island in the South… -
In the News: Melinda Mattox on Why Google Is Purging Unused Gmail Accounts
In the NewsMelinda Mattox, instructor in software and data engineering at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about Google’s decision to delete inactive accounts and how this may impact users. From the story: “It’s a pretty straightforward reason actually – an account that is not used very often, if it’s… -
St. Thomas Launches AI Master of Science Degree
University NewsThe latest master’s degree program offered by Minnesota’s largest private university addresses a growing need for organizations seeking skilled professionals who can harness the power of artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency, make data-driven decisions and innovate. The University of St. Thomas’ Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, which was developed in consultation with Twin Cities… -
Mission of the Engineer Course Teaches Faith, Reason
Faith and MissionTwo University of St. Thomas leaders teaching a new interdisciplinary course hope it will become one of the university’s signature offerings. Director of the Center for Catholic Studies Michael Naughton and School of Engineering Dean Don Weinkauf are co-teaching Mission of the Engineer. Students in the course learn and reflect on a variety of topics… -
In the News: Mahmoud Kabalan on Power Grid Reliability and the Benefits of Microgrids
In the NewsMahmoud Kabalan, associate professor and director of the Center for Microgrid Research at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with CNET about the technologies that enable microgrids for a story about a church in Arizona using solar panels and battery storage for off-grid operation. From the story: Policies that limit the incentives for going…