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VIDEO: Importance of Seeking a Culture of Encounter
Faith and MissionSometimes friendships go south. Perhaps it’s from a dispute over politics, general personal beliefs or because of control conflicts or a simple misunderstanding. It’s not unusual for people in relationships with one another to sometimes disagree. It has even happened with God’s relationship with humanity, as we see in Biblical stories, Vice President for Mission…
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Video: How 'Saints Show Us the Way'
Faith and Mission"Saints show us the way of where we are going ultimately and what's possible with our lives, and (how to) live lives of great charity, generosity, selflessness and holiness," Father Chris Collins '93, SJ, vice president for mission at the University of St. Thomas, said during a discussion about All Saints' Day with Will Peterson, president… -
Dr. Mark McInroy a Guest Speaker on 'Practicing Catholic' Podcast
In the NewsAssociate Chair of the Theology Department, Dr. Mark McInroy, was a guest on the "Practicing Catholic" podcast. The show is hosted by Patrick Conley and is produced by the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. McInroy talks with Conley on the theology of beauty - architecture, music, and art within the Church. -
Dr. Kim Vrudny Named Associate Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences at St. Thomas
Professional NotesDr. Kim Vrudny has agreed to serve as the new associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, effective Sept. 1. Professor Vrudny, who has been on faculty since 2001, including serving as chair of the Theology Department, "is an outstanding scholar, teacher and leader whose broad humanistic… -
Dr. Sherry Jordon Announced as Recipient of Faculty Service Award
Diversity, Equity and InclusionDr. Sherry Jordon of the Theology Department has been announced as the recipient of the 2022 Award for Outstanding Faculty Service. The award, which was inaugurated last year, recognizes outstanding service contributions to the University of St. Thomas that help the university advance its mission. Dr. Jordon is recognized by her colleagues as a feminist… -
War Hits Home for Ukrainians at St. Thomas
People & CultureCollege and high school students across America are currently cramming for midterms or preparing for spring break. It’s life as usual for most of them, but for St. Thomas international students Oksana and Bohdan their daily thoughts are with their family and friends they left behind in Ukraine when they came to study in the… -
In the News: Professor Paul Gavrilyuk Discusses His Family in Ukraine
In the NewsPaul Gavrilyuk, a University of St. Thomas theology professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, left Ukraine in 1993 to pursue graduate studies in the U.S. But his parents, in their 70s, still reside in Ukraine, as do other family members, he told KSTP-TV News. From the story: Gavrilyuk says several family members have seen the… -
Spotlight on Community-Engaged Learning: Theology and the Environment
Center for the Common GoodThe create[space] was buzzing with activity recently as students from Professor Cara Anthony’s Theology and the Environment course presented at an open house event, Oil Pipelines: Caring for Our Common Home. Event attendees were invited into the space to learn about the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline, its impact and various stances regarding the viability of… -
Tommies Honored for Community Engagement
University NewsIn a time where the COVID-19 pandemic, elections, climate crises and the ongoing reckoning with racial injustice all competed for headlines, Alex Upton ’21 and Dr. Amy Levad, associate professor of theology, were honored for their volunteer work addressing many of these challenges. -
Professional Notes: March 8
University NewsRead the recent professional accomplishments of University of St. Thomas faculty.