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In the News: Rob Vischer Honored as Twin Cities Business Person of the Year
Humans of St. ThomasTwin Cities Business profiled University of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer as its 2025 Person of the Year, highlighting his leadership in expanding academic programs, growing enrollment and elevating the university’s national presence. The feature traces Vischer’s path from law scholar to university president and examines his focus on forming students who lead with purpose, integrity…
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Leadership and Grit: A Tale of Two Defensive Backs
AthleticsWhen Branden Smith thinks back to the lessons he learned playing football at the University of St. Thomas, the fifth-year cornerback recalls a series of injuries that caused him to miss playing time. “Injuries hurt — not just physically but mentally,” he said. “But they teach you to be better than you were before. You… -
A Love for Sports Fueled Student's Love for Humanity
Humans of St. ThomasNorah Barry ’26 thrives in an environment where people come together. Whether she's on the soccer field, volunteering or in the classroom, she is a light to all who meet her. A self-described “classic extrovert,” Barry thrives when she's surrounded by teammates. “I've always liked sports and team environments,” she said. “Both my brothers were… -
Believing in the Process: How Coach Thanh Pham Elevates Tommie Volleyball
AthleticsWhether Thanh Pham is cracking “6-7” jokes with setter Morgan Kealy ’27 or motivating his team in between sets, the 23-year St. Thomas volleyball head coach is notorious for keeping an even keel demeanor on and off the court. “He’s definitely one of the most unique coaches I’ve ever had,” right side hitter Tezra Rudzitis… -
A St. Thomas Education Major's Drive Earned Her an Obama-Chesky Scholarship
Humans of St. ThomasA smile spread across Ariah Crosby’s ’27 face as she jumped from story to story, recounting everything that led her to national recognition. “I’ve always been very ambition driven,” she said. During her short time at the University of St. Thomas as an education major, Crosby has worked for the Minnesota Capitol Pathways, conducted research… -
In the News: Ruth Sinn on Finding Home in Every Arena
AthleticsRuth Sinn, head coach of the Tommie women’s basketball team, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about what it means to lead her program into the University of St. Thomas’ new Lee & Penny Anderson Arena. Having both played and coached in every St. Thomas basketball facility, Sinn shared reflections on her decades of dedication, the growth… -
In the News: St. Thomas Administrator and Paralympian Oyuna Uranchimeg Inspires
Humans of St. ThomasOyuna Uranchimeg, an administrative assistant in the Emerging Media Department at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with NBC Sports ahead of the Milan Cortina 2026 Paralympic Games. Born and raised in Mongolia, Uranchimeg has spent the last two decades rebuilding her life in Minnesota, transforming personal tragedy into triumph as a Paralympic wheelchair… -
Diving In: How St. Thomas Helped One Student Find Her Direction
Business & LawWhen Katie Iverson ’26 first stepped foot onto the University of St. Thomas campus, she knew she would fit right in as a student, and not just because she had a place on the Tommie's D-I Swim and Dive team. It was because of the numerous opportunities available to allow her to grow as a… -
Q&A With School of Law Alumnus Nathaniel Fouch '20 J.D.
Humans of St. ThomasWhen Nathaniel Fouch '20 J.D. graduated from law school at the University of St. Thomas, he went from the classroom to the courtroom. Now he is back in the classroom. Fouch is currently in his first semester as a full-time doctrinal faculty member at Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. We recently caught up… -
St. Thomas President Rob Vischer Named Twin Cities Business Person of the Year
Humans of St. ThomasUniversity of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer has been named Twin Cities Business magazine’s 2025 Person of the Year, earning a place on the cover of its annual TCB 100 issue that highlights the state’s most influential leaders. The magazine selected Vischer for his impact on higher education, the Twin Cities community, and the Minnesota…