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John Sullivan ’80: A Creative Problem-Solver
AlumniIt was the insight of a St. Thomas professor that propelled John Sullivan ’80 to a legal career – and ultimately gave Sullivan the means to change how corporations understand equality. Sullivan, who is now general counsel for Carlson, Inc., in turn, returns the favor by supporting St. Thomas programs and initiatives that enhance equality,…
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Tommies From Around the Globe: Behind the Camera With Sai Kallur
Humans of St. ThomasHe’s known to many as simply “that one kid behind the camera.” And that suits Sai Kallur just fine. Ever since he can remember, Kallur has loved capturing the moment. In high school, he’d wander the streets of Pune, his hometown in Maharashtra, India, always with a camera handy, always on the lookout for the… -
Alum Entrepreneur Empowers Authentic Expression
Diversity, Equity and InclusionJamie and Souphak Kienitz ’16 are the founders of Jay Victoria – an inclusive brand offering fashion for plus women, nonbinary and queer humans. Their mission is to make everyone feel seen, heard and confident in their clothing. Focusing on plus-size menswear style, Jay Victoria fills a void in the fashion industry, empowering authentic expression… -
Three St. Thomas Community Members Awarded Bush Foundation Fellowships
University NewsFrom wanting to improve mental health in communities to providing fresh and healthy foods to school children, three members of the University of St. Thomas community have been named 2023 Bush Fellows, receiving support from the Bush Foundation to continue their work. MA in Counseling Psychology student Noel Nix, social work adjunct faculty member Neerja… -
Humans of St. Thomas: Insights of a Student From Brazil
Humans of St. ThomasLuana Karl, who graduated in May 2023 from the University of St Thomas in Minnesota with a major in journalism and minor in political science, had to navigate American college life as a transfer student from Brazil. On top of her studies, she had to polish her English skills and work hard to maintain high… -
Tales from the Archives: The Arches
People & CultureThe Arches at the University of St. Thomas have become an unmistakable symbol of the campus, making it difficult to imagine a time when they were not an integral part of the landscape. Surprisingly, they were added to the campus just over 75 years ago. The inspiration for the Arches can be traced back to… -
VIDEO: Why Do Priests Wear Black with a White Collar?
Quotes from the QuadThere is a long history behind why Catholic priests wear a black clerical suit with a white collar. "It was a gradual process," says Father Evan Koop, dean of men at the St. Paul Seminary, which sits on the south campus of the University of St. Thomas. He says originally, priests wore the same clothes… -
Former USAF Fighter Pilot and St. Thomas Alumnus Aids Ukrainian Refugees
AlumniIn early 2022, Rob Zettel ’76 made a trip to Poland, just six miles from the Ukrainian border, to provide food and supplies to Ukrainians displaced by the war. Zettel knew he wanted to become a pilot since before his high school guidance counselor gave him several reasons why he shouldn’t. If that challenge didn’t… -
Going Digital: Behavioral Health Tech
Business & LawAs a teen entrepreneur, Solome Tibebu ’12 understood the potential of technology in addressing the biggest obstacle to mental health: access. Even before digital health tech became mainstream, she was exploring ways to use technology to provide better mental health care. Tibebu has been involved in the mental health space since she was 16. She… -
Sights and Sounds: 2023 Undergraduate Commencement
People & CultureWith joy on their faces and an extra spring in their step, more than 1,300 undergraduate students walked across the University of St. Thomas commencement stage on Saturday, May 20. Split into a trio of ceremonies, the Class of 2023 celebrated their accomplishments with thousands of proud parents, faculty and staff cheering them on. Student…