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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)…
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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… -
In the News: John Abraham on How Extreme Heat Is Changing Work
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with the BBC about how longer, more intense heat waves are impacting the workday, and what employers can do to help protect workers. From the story: As the planet warms, people are getting “stuck” in persistent weather patterns for… -
Schoenecker Center on the Road to Completion
St. Thomas 2025 - Lead in STEAM EducationThe summer on south campus has been an active one as construction crews continue work on the four-story Schoenecker Center supporting engineering, arts and the sciences. The new facility is scheduled to open next spring. Staff photographer Mark Brown took photos and videographer Nick Clausen used a first-person view drone to capture footage of the… -
John Abraham on Record Ocean Surface Temperatures and Their Impact on Weather Patterns
In the NewsJohn Abraham, engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with NBC News about a temporary El Niño pattern expected to contribute to more intense storm systems and exacerbate the impacts of climate change. From the story: Daily sea surface temperatures last month reached highs not seen in at least four decades of… -
In the News: Jukka Kukkonen on the Impact of Cold Weather on Electric Vehicle Battery Range
In the NewsJukka Kukkonen, electrical and computer engineering instructor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with KARE 11 about the real-world implications of owning an electric vehicle in cold climates, and how much the range of the battery is reduced in cold weather. From the story: “I probably lose 30 to 40… -
The Engineering Management Handbook Features Dr. Gary Jing’s Work
Professional NotesThe third edition of The Engineering Management Handbook, a resource for engineering and product development management, dedicated a chapter on Lean Six Sigma (LSS) which featured the insights of Dr. Gary Jing, adjunct faculty at School of Engineering, teaching ETLS 640 Lean Six Sigma. In this chapter, Jing showcased an award-winning product development project, which…