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Sophomore Innovates for Global Equity
Humans of St. ThomasRecently winning the University of St. Thomas Business Plan Competition and the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge with her business concept Waste Compo, Beamlak Petros ’26 is certainly thriving as a Tommie. Aiming to alleviate two issues pressing on Ethiopian society – hunger and shortage of fertilizer, her concept received wide-scale attention on a recent…
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Podcast Series Examines Work Fulfillment Across Careers
Business & LawThe Melrose and The Toro Company Center for Principled Leadership has released a new three-part series on the “Work in Progress with Christopher Wong Michaelson” podcast. The new series, titled “Is Your Work Worth It?” is a set of interviews with three people who appear in Michaelson’s new book, Is Your Work Worth It? Each… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson on the Connections Between Work, Purpose and Fulfillment
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, ethics and business law professor at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about his new book, Is Your Work Worth It? and the complex relationship between work, purpose and fulfillment. From the story: Michaelson: We probably all ask that question at some point, and I think one thing about the… -
Dr. Ernie Owens Accepted as a Fulbright Specialist
Professional NotesDr. Ernest Owens, an associate professor at the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, has been named a Fulbright Specialist. The Fulbright Specialist Program, run by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, is a part of the larger Fulbright Program. As a Fulbright Specialist,… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson Joins WCCO Radio to Discuss the Meaning of Work
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, ethics and business law professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about his new book, Is Your Work Worth It?, and the diverse perspectives that shape our understanding of meaningful work. From the story: Michaelson: I want to say that this book is co-authored… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson on the Decline in Happiness of America’s Youth
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, ethics professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, and author of the new book, Is Your Work Worth It?, recently spoke with Business Insider about the atypical happiness curve being shaped by young people in the U.S. From the story: To be sure, it’s no shock young people aren’t feeling… -
New St. Thomas Master’s Program Addresses Changing Landscape of Supply Chain
Business & LawRecent geopolitical conflicts, the ongoing impact of the pandemic, and pressing climate change issues have underscored the critical importance of efficient and resilient supply chains in the global economy. To address these challenges, the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business is introducing a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, aimed at equipping… -
Podcast Series Explores Finding Purpose After College
Business & LawThe “Work in Progress with Christopher Wong Michaelson” podcast recently recorded a four-part series titled “In Search of Careers and the Common Good,” which includes candid conversations with professionals across three different career stages – early, middle and encore. “One thing I often say to (my students) is that if they’re only in college to… -
Student Develops Method to Test Data Privacy Compliance
Business & LawData privacy is a growing concern among organizations. From identity theft to information breach, companies must safeguard clients’ data to maintain their trust and business. Josh Barnhart, a law and compliance major who will graduate from the University of St. Thomas in May 2024, has developed a method for helping businesses with data privacy compliance,… -
Innovation Scholars Bridge Classroom to Mayo Clinic
ResearchFour University of St. Thomas students, all from different majors and backgrounds, came together for months to do something extremely unique and challenging. Through experiential learning program Innovation Scholars, the team was assigned a project to work on for Mayo Clinic. Kiersten Hamby ’24, Mellissa Ingabire ’24, Elsa Lillegard-Bouton ’25 and Alena Wadzinske ’25 make…