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Podcast: DFC’s Martha Alonzo-Johnsen on Supporting Students of Color
DFC NewsMartha Alonzo-Johnsen, a clinical biology professor in Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas, served on a “Come to Believe” podcast panel that focused on the need for workforce diversity in the health professions. The topic was “A Cure for Health Disparities: The Importance of Diversity in the Medical Field.” Institutions of higher…
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In the News: Dougherty Family College Makes Higher Education Possible for Underserved Students
In the NewsDougherty Family College scholars and their dean, Buffy Smith, recently spoke with KARE 11 for a story about the unique cohort model at DFC – a two-year college at the University of St. Thomas in downtown Minneapolis – and the importance of removing barriers for students from underserved communities to help them succeed in their… -
Podcast: Sarah McCann on Innovations in Teaching and Learning at DFC
In the NewsSarah McCann, clinical faculty of theology at the University of St. Thomas’ Dougherty Family College, recently joined the “Come to Believe” podcast to discuss the importance of evidence-based instructional practices, common misconceptions about academic rigor, and the importance of enthusiasm as a teaching tool. Sarah McCann: “At the Dougherty Family College at the University of St.… -
Podcast: Amir Mohamed on the Importance of Belonging
DFC NewsAmir Mohamed, communication and journalism professor at the University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College, recently joined the “Come to Believe” podcast to discuss the importance of belonging on campus and in the classroom. Mohamed: “Culture is not just on a piece of paper. Part of what we’re doing and the culture we’re creating, and… -
In the News: Dr. Buffy Smith on Serving the Next Generation of Students
In the NewsDean of Dougherty Family College, Dr. Buffy Smith, was highlighted in a piece on the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities website about how Catholic two-year colleges are increasing accessibility in higher education for students who do not have access to obtaining an associate degree. From the article: Dougherty Family College at the University of St.… -
In the News: DFC Receives $10M Gift
St. Thomas 2025 - Expand Pathways through the Dougherty Family CollegeDougherty Family College Dean Buff Smith spoke with the Minneapolis Star Tribune and the St. Paul Pioneer Press about the anonymous $10 million gift the two-year college received so that it can continue its work closing the educational achievement gap for underserved students. From the Star Tribune: "Every conversation that I've had with community leaders,… -
In the News: University of St. Thomas Names Dean for Two-Year College
In the NewsThe St. Paul Pioneer Press reported on the appointment of Dr. Buffy Smith as dean of Dougherty Family College. The story also highlighted the mission of the college. From the article: The Dougherty college – one of two private two-year colleges in the country – opened in downtown Minneapolis in 2017, offering intensive support to…