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Faculty Promotions and Tenure Announced
The Office of Academic Affairs is pleased to announce affirmative decisions on promotion and tenure following the conclusion of the Tenure and Promotion Committee meetings in December and February.
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Humans of St. Thomas - Patrick Fisher
Humans of St. ThomasHumans of St. Thomas visits with Patrick Fisher, a senior triple major in philosophy, Catholic studies and mathematics with a big appetite for big ideas. -
Writing the Kind of Book One Wishes One Had Read at the Beginning
Professor Sandra Menssen of the Philosophy Department was named a John Ireland Presidential Scholar spring 2016 as an exemplar of the teacher-scholar at St. Thomas. One of her nominating letters began by noting that many raise the question: Does philosophy matter at all? Menssen’s scholarship, teaching and leadership over the course of her long career… -
Office of Academic Affairs and Faculty Development Center Award Competitive Grants
University NewsDr. Avinash Malshe and Dr. Gerald Schlabach each received the University Scholars Grant; and Dr. Michael Rota and Dr. Amy Levad each received the Distinguished Early Career Grant. -
Professional Notes for Aug. 8, 2016
University NewsThis week's notes features faculty Carole Bagley, Robert Barnett, Bill Brendel, Jean Davidson, Heidi Giebel, Bruce Gleason, David Jamieson, Anne King, R. Mary Lemmons, Steven McMichael, Mark Neuzil, Doug Orzolek, Deborah Savage, Kate Schaefers, Susan Stabile, Nancy Weidenfeller and Meg Wilkes Karraker; and staff Karen Harthorn. -
Leading Expert on Modern-day Slavery to Speak Here Feb. 3
University NewsProfessor Kevin Bales will discuss the most recent of his award-winning books on contemporary slavery. All are welcome. -
Professor of the Year Finalists Announced
University NewsThe 2016 finalists for Professor of the Year are Dr. John Abraham, Dr. Gary Atkinson and Dr. Carol Bruess. -
Please Pray for the Health of Dr. Michael Degnan
In Our PrayersPlease pray for the health of Dr. Michael Degnan, a professor of philosophy, who is recovering from a heart attack. -
How Did That Become a Class?
University NewsOutside-of-the-box classes allow professors to share research interests while students develop critical-thinking skills and foster connections in the community. -
Where Philosophy and Theology Intersect
University NewsAssociate professor Timothy Pawl seeks answers to some of the Catholic tradition’s most difficult questions.