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Largest First-Year Class in St. Thomas History Marches Through the Arches
People & CultureThe skies over St. Paul had a steady drizzle on the morning of the University of St. Thomas’ annual March Through the Arches as first-year students gathered at the edge of the lower quad, adjusting purple shirts and snapping photos with family. Then, a few minutes before the ceremony began, sunlight broke through. It was…
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In the News: John Abraham on Climate Change and Air Turbulence
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering, spoke to AFP about how climate change impacts air turbulence. New scientific evidence suggests air turbulence will get worse as climate change warms the Earth. The story ran in Barron’s and numerous other media outlets. From the story: In addition to worrying travelers, turbulence is also the main cause… -
Can AI Prevent the Next Bridge Collapse? This St. Thomas Professor Has the Answer
Artificial IntelligenceAs Minnesota marks 18 years since the I-35W bridge collapsed in August 2007, a new study led by University of St. Thomas Professor John Abraham shows how artificial intelligence (AI) could help engineers prevent similar tragedies in the future. The study, co-authored with researchers in Iran - which is among the top five countries in… -
In the News: WCCO-TV Features Machining and CNC Optimization Training
STEAMDerek James, WCCO-TV anchor, recently visited the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering to learn more about the new, no-cost training program to help manufacturing professionals, engineers, and students upskill and gain valuable insights into using computer simulations to optimize CNC machining. From the story: Inside a machine shop on the University of St.… -
In the News: Jukka Kukkonen on What’s Ahead for Electric Vehicles
In the NewsJukka Kukkonen, instructor in electrical and computer engineering at the University of St. Thomas, spoke to MPR News on the future of electric vehicles after the recent repeal of EV tax credits. From the interview: If you’ve been on the fence about whether to get an electric vehicle, now might be a good time to buy… -
In the News: John Abraham on Aircraft Turbulence and Climate Change
In the NewsA plane made an emergency landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport July 30 after dozens of people were injured by “significant” in-flight turbulence, according to the airline. Dr. John Abraham, mechanical engineering professor, spoke to WCCO-TV about how climate change contributes to turbulence. From the story: “Generally speaking, flying by air is still a safe… -
In the News: John Abraham on Wildfire Smoke
In the NewsDr. John Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke on WCCO Radio regarding wildfire smoke. Strong winds have carried Canadian wildfire smoke to Minnesota and the central United States. From the interview: Wildfires are increasing because of dryer conditions in Canada, at the same time as Minnesota is experiencing more extreme… -
In the News: School of Engineering Hosts Boot Camp for Machinists
Engineering NewsThe School of Engineering was featured in Twin Cities Business magazine and Technical Education Post regarding a no-cost boot camp being offered to machinists this summer. The initiative is aimed at upskilling machinists. From the Twin Cities Business story: With machines taking on more manufacturing work, humans need to step up their technical skills to stay… -
University of St. Thomas Offers No-Cost Machining and CNC Optimization Training
STEAMThe University of St. Thomas is launching a new, no-cost training program to help manufacturing professionals, engineers, and students upskill and gain valuable insights into using computer simulations to optimize CNC machining. Developed in partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and Third Wave Systems, the new Machining AdvantEdge program introduces participants to the… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI Bot Grok
In the NewsManjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas, spoke to KARE 11 on controversy surrounding the AI bot Grok. Rege is the director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence. From the story: X’s AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s xAI, responded to…