Five Observations: Teaching Race
John Ireland Endowed Chair Stephen D. Brookfield and several colleagues discussed their new book, "Teaching Race," at a recent event at Anderson Student Center.
Those Who Put Their Lives on the Line Shouldn’t Wait in Line to See the Doctor
Health care MBA alumni help reduce wait times for veterans and improve other critical processes.
Office of Academic Affairs and Faculty Development Center Award Competitive Grants
The Office of Academic Affairs and the Center for Faculty Development recently awarded two of their highest honors to four St. Thomas faculty members. Dr. Bruce Gleason and Dr. Mufaddal Baxamusa each received the University Scholars Grant, while Dr. Katharine Hill and Dr. Joshua Stuchlik each received the Distinguished Early Career Grant.
St. Thomas’ Hill Awarded Fellow Support to Get Out the Vote
The Campus Election Engagement Project (CEEP) selected School of Social Work associate professor Katharine Hill to receive funding to host a CEEP fellow this year.
Osler, Sauter Contribute to National Discussion Around Kavanaugh Hearings
As the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh have continued to unfold in recent weeks, St. Thomas faculty have made substantial contributions to the public discussion.
Benefits of Mindfulness Taking Hold at St. Thomas
Thanks to two pioneering individuals with St. Thomas ties and a group of dedicated colleagues, the 2,500-year-old practice of mindfulness is spreading across the University of St. Thomas.
Center for College Sleep Study Gaining National Impact
A study out of the St. Thomas Center for College Sleep is gaining national impact.
Founder’s Day Celebrated at St. Thomas
Celebrating Founder's Day 100 years after the death of Archbishop John Ireland, the founding leader of St. Thomas, the community gathered on the St. Paul campus Sept. 25. Professor of Theology Bernard Brady spoke to those gathered about Ireland's vision as a changemaker.
Entrepreneurship Means More Than Just Start-ups
While most people think entrepreneurship is synonymous with business, it is far from the only career choice for majors in the field. In fact, many graduates take an “intrapreneurial” route allowing them the opportunity to bring their own, unique entrepreneurial skills into an established company looking for innovative employees to boost growth.
Professional Notes for Sept. 8, 2018
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Professional notes for Sept. 8, 2018, featuring the work of St. Thomas faculty throughout the summer months.
BrightSide Produce Brings Ingenuity, Collaboration to Food Desert Battle
University students deliver needed nutrition to neighborhoods in food deserts.
Writing Across the Curriculum Celebrates Next Chapter
Faculty gathered in the O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library on Wednesday to celebrate Chris Anson, who along with program director Erika Scheuer has developed and led St. Thomas’ Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) program since 2009.
Unlocking Justice – School of Law’s Appellate Clinic Specializes in Civil Rights Cases
The School of Law’s Appellate Clinic specializes in prisoner civil rights cases, and has won five appeals in five years.
Summer Reading List for Business Leaders
Christopher Michaelson, PhD provides a summer reading list for business leaders.
Magma Cum Laude – Jill Schleicher ’11 Takes Volcanology to the Next Level
Jill Schleicher ’11 researches what’s actually going on inside a volcano and how that information might inform predictions of when one will erupt.
Professor of the Year – AnnMarie Thomas
AnnMarie Thomas, PhD, a professor of engineering in the School of Engineering and associate professor of entrepreneurship in the Opus College of Business Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, is the 2018 Professor of the Year.
Sheneeta White and Tim Meyer Earn Curricular Innovation in Sustainability Awards
The Office of Sustainability Initiatives (OSI) has awarded Sheneeta White, Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Tim Meyer, Computer and Information Sciences, the 2018 Curricular Innovation in Sustainability Award for their work integrating a collaborative Sustainable Communities Partnership (SCP) project with Metro Transit into their courses, Service Operations Management (OPMT 360) and Systems Analysis and Design II (CISC 321).
Finding Big Answers in Scaly Places
Most people don’t give lizards a second glance. St. Thomas biology associate professor Jerry Husak does.
Students Become Industry Insiders in Evolving Music Business Program
In its hybrid education and incredible partnership opportunities with Twin Cities music partners, St. Thomas' music business program is helping students become dynamic industry insiders.
Nelson-Cheeseman Receives Undergraduate Research Award
Engineer assistant professor Brittany Nelson-Cheeseman Ph.D. has been given the 2018 Undergraduate Research Award by the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program.
Race and Justice 50 Years After MLK’s Assassination
The final installment of the 2018 “Hot Topics: Cool Talks” series from the Terrence J. Murphy Institute saw a packed atrium at the Law School on Monday for ”50 Years After the King Assassination: A Barometer Panel on Race and Justice.”
The Heart of the Matter – Student Research at St. Thomas
In the School of Engineering, faculty collaborate with students at the undergraduate and graduate level. Their research often leads to innovative solutions.
Technology in Higher Education Highlighted in STELAR Showcase
Since launching in 2016, the St. Thomas E-Learning and Research (STELAR) center has been at the forefront of technology-enhanced instruction at the University of St. Thomas -- to an enthusiastic response by both students and faculty.
New Gallery, Exhibition for St. Thomas Art History
The Department of Art History has a lot to be excited about these days: a renovated gallery space, a new exhibition, an ambitious archival project and ties to a major international conference happening in April.
Faculty Expertise – NBA Star Kevin Love Helps Bring Panic Attacks Into the Spotlight
Christopher Vye, Ph.D., L.P. is the Chair of the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at St. Thomas, discusses his research about panic attacks and panic disorder after former Minnesota Timberwolves star Kevin Love opened up recently about his experience with panic attacks while playing in the National Basketball Association.