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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…
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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… -
Standing on the Shoulders of Visionaries
People & CultureThe School of Engineering owes its success today to the innovative founders. Learn about the individuals who contributed to the longevity and strength of the school. Stephen Nachtsheim While still an undergraduate, Stephen Nachtsheim helped design and propose the Quantitative Methods and Computer Science (QMCS) program at St. Thomas – the first computer science major… -
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT on Education
Tommie ExpertsThe deployment of ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) application that can compose grade–passing essays, create detailed art and even engage in philosophical conversations and write computer code for specific tasks, is raising tough questions about the future of AI in education and a variety of industries. Will AI replace or stunt human intellect or critical… -
Changing the World One Global Engineering Experience at a Time
STEAMFor most tourists, a visit to the South American Andes wouldn’t be complete without a journey to Peru’s prized Machu Picchu. The former home of the innovative Incas, Machu Picchu is a stunning sight to behold, what with its ancient circular terraces built for farming and breathtaking mountainous views. For University of St. Thomas engineering… -
St. Thomas Energy Innovation Receives Multiyear Funding From Congress
St. Thomas 2025 - Lead in STEAM EducationUniversity of St. Thomas’ innovation in renewable energy is catching the eye of lawmakers in Washington, resulting in new federal partnerships that are garnering national attention. Thanks to the efforts of U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum, more than $10 million is on its way to St. Thomas to advance microgrid research and establish a new center… -
In the News: John Abraham on Electric Vehicle Costs Compared to Gas Vehicles
In the NewsProfessor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of St. Thomas, John Abraham, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about a report claiming electric vehicles are actually more expensive to “fuel” than internal combustion engines. From the story: “The report is not true in the sense that it is not more expensive to use electricity in a… -
In the News: St. Thomas Professor Co-Authors Global Study Showing New Record for Ocean Heat
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Engineering Professor John Abraham recently spoke with multiple national and global media outlets to provide insight into the most recent study on ocean heat content, which paints a clear picture of the dangerous trajectory of global warming. Abraham - a renowned climate researcher - is part of a team…