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In the News: Don Weinkauf on the Interdisciplinary Nature of the Schoenecker Center
In the NewsThe University of St. Thomas recently unveiled the Schoenecker Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to accommodate a wide range of classes, including those in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Beyond its educational offerings, the center also serves as a cornerstone in the university’s commitment to sustainability, with ambitious goals set to further advance…
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In the News: Dr. Yohuru Williams Discusses Food, TV and Culture
Racial Justice InitiativeWhen the Emmys online magazine interviewed Dr. Yohuru Williams, the founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, it referenced how the historian is a “go-to expert on the History Channel series ‘The Food That Built America.’” The fifth season of the docuseries, which premiered Feb. 25, explores… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege Featured in Panel Discussion on Artificial Intelligence
In the NewsManjeet Rege, professor of software engineering and data science at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently participated in a panel discussion on the topic of artificial intelligence with the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal. From the discussion: How is AI influencing the landscape of business and technology fields? Manjeet Rege: AI has been around… -
In the News: Tommie Student-Athlete Ella Boerger on Supporting Women’s Professional Hockey
In the NewsElla Boerger, University of St. Thomas student and member of the women’s hockey team, recently submitted an op-ed to the Star Tribune on the importance of supporting women’s professional hockey in Minnesota. From the article: In order to pass the sport to the next generation, I invite parents to take their son or daughter to… -
In the News: Buffy Smith on Improving Access to Higher Education for Underrepresented Communities
In the NewsBuffy Smith, dean of the University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College (DFC), recently spoke with WCCO Radio about how DFC helps make a college degree more attainable for underrepresented students and their families. From the story: Dr. Buffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College, has been trying to get the word out about the… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson on the Importance of Trust in Business
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, professor of principled leadership at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about the importance of a strong rule of law and commitment to trustworthy business practices in the U.S., following former President Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial, which resulted in a $355 million fine. From… -
In the News: Johnny Tauer on Tommie Men’s Basketball Win Over South Dakota
In the NewsJohnny Tauer, head coach of the University of St. Thomas men’s basketball team, recently spoke with the Pioneer Press about St. Thomas’ 83-80 win over the University of South Dakota Coyotes. From the story: The Coyotes had seven players connect from long range as they took a 10-point lead into the locker room at halftime.… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Grocery Prices Dropping in the Twin Cities
In the NewsTyler Schipper, economics professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about slowing inflation rates and the importance of grocery prices as a metric for Minnesota families. From the story: Grocery prices in the Twin Cities may have hit a tipping point and are now… -
In the News: Jukka Kukkonen on Minnesota’s Rebate for New and Used Electric Vehicles
In the NewsJukka Kukkonen, electrical and computer engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with MPR about Minnesota’s new rebate for new and used electric vehicles. From the interview: Host: Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with us. These state and federal rebates are supposed to make… -
In the News: Student at Opus College of Business on the Sustainability Practices at His Start-Up
In the NewsJohn Costello, student at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with the Pioneer Press about his business, West Metro Solutions, and how it contributes to sustainability efforts. From the story: When launching the business, Costello ran into some unusual roadblocks. For instance, he had to get his older cousin to…