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In the News: John Abraham Explains Rapid Intensification, Calls for Climate Action After Multiple Hurricanes Hit Florida
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with Earth.Org about the urgent action needed on climate change after Hurricanes Helene and Milton hit Florida hard. From the story: Climate change is affecting hurricanes by warming our oceans and melting our ice caps. The warmer ocean water fuels hurricane…
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In the News: John Abraham on How Hurricane Milton’s Rapid Growth Shows Climate Change in Action
In the NewsJohn Abraham, a mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with KARE 11 about how record-high ocean temperatures fueled Hurricane Milton’s rapid growth, highlighting the connection between climate change and stronger storms. He also points out the urgent need to take action to reduce global warming and prevent… -
For This Student-Athlete, Faith, Gratitude Are Keys to Success
AthleticsWhen Phoebe Frentzel ’25 leaps to block a jump shot, her mind is on one thing: faith. Faith in her ability. Faith in her team. Faith in their will to win. A faith that transcends any game. “Whenever I get in a gym or a practice or game, the rest of the world stops for… -
In the News: John Abraham on the Era of ‘Mega-Hurricanes’ Brought on by Burning Fossil Fuels
In the NewsJohn Abraham, a mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with the Daily Mail about the amount of energy being added to the world’s oceans as a result of burning fossil fuels, and how that added heat is contributing to regularly occurring mega-storms. From the story: With Hurricane Helene wreaking… -
In the News: John Abraham on the Lack of Environmental Discussion in Presidential Debate
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with ABC News about how former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris missed the chance to discuss how environmental policies and green energy could affect both the economy and efforts to fight climate change. From the… -
In the News: John Abraham Talks STEM Careers and Impact of AI
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined WCCO Radio’s Adam and Jordana live from the Minnesota State Fair to discuss a wide range of topics, including advice on how prospective students should choose a major and how artificial intelligence may impact careers in the future. Abraham… -
Tommies Explore Careers, Gain Hands-On Experience at Summer Internships
People & CultureTommies are officially back on campus for the fall semester, and many are returning after spending their summers at valuable hands-on internships. From the Minnesota Department of Transportation to Wells Fargo, these University of St. Thomas students fanned out across the country, exploring careers and jobs in an industry of interest. The St. Thomas Career… -
Gridiron Greatness: NFL Dad Sets Sons on Path to Tommie Football
AthleticsWhen your dad is a former NFL defensive back, there is going to be a fair amount of post-game analysis when driving home from youth football games. Just ask Nick and Matt Guggemos. Rarely did the Guggemos brothers get away with glossing over their mistakes. After all, their dad, retired Minnesota Viking and University of… -
In the News: John Abraham on the Increase in Extreme Rainfall Events
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined WCCO Radio to discuss green energy solutions and how climate change is contributing to the extremely wet weather being seen across Minnesota and much of the country this summer. From the interview: “As the air warms, the air becomes… -
In the News: John Abraham on Traditional and Emerging Uses of Artificial Intelligence
In the NewsJohn Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined WCCO Radio to discuss how AI is used in his research and the potential long-term impacts of AI on society. From the story: “I work on designing water structures – dams and culverts – in the Middle East. ...…