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In the News: Jukka Kukkonen on Preparing Your Home for an Electric Vehicle
In the NewsJukka Kukkonen, EV market and technologies professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about the costs and logistics of installing electric vehicle chargers at home. From the story: Still, installing the equipment for an EV at home might seem like a logistical headache, and it might…
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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… -
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.… -
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… -
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… -
Tommie Experts: 'Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence Puts the US in the Driver’s Seat'
Tommie ExpertsPresident Joe Biden's recent executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) is an incredibly positive and forward-thinking move. The U.S., through initiatives like this, has the potential to set the gold standard in guiding progress and influencing the responsible development and deployment of this transformative technology. The U.S. has long been a global leader in technological… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on Reports of Artificial Intelligence Posing Bioweapon Risks
In the NewsManjeet Rege, software engineering and data science professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with AI Business about the possibilities of artificial intelligence helping to plan a bioweapons attack. From the story: Among the darkest nightmares of AI skeptics is a scenario in which the technology could be used to… -
Building a Workforce Ready to Defend Against Cyberthreats
Tommie ExpertsWith the increasing frequency of ransomware attacks and data breaches alongside advances in artificial intelligence, the field of cybersecurity is rapidly evolving. From developing advanced real-world skills to continuously learning, today’s graduates heading into the cybersecurity field need to be ready to protect businesses and society. What types of cybersecurity issues could we see in… -
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…