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Humans of St. Thomas: DFC Math Professor Is a Professional Dancer
Humans of St. ThomasIn the classroom, Dougherty Family College Math 101 Professor Joel Gallegos uses his love for dance to foster an environment that uplifts creativity and movement. Outside of the classroom, Gallegos is an avid, multi-style dancer in the Twin Cities. He earned his master’s degree in mathematics at San Francisco State University and taught at the…
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A Message from President Julie Sullivan for MLK Day
University NewsPresident Julie Sullivan shared the following in an email to the St. Thomas community. Ninety-three years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born in Atlanta, Georgia. Fifty-eight years ago, he proclaimed, “I have a dream,” from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. And less than two years ago, the murder of George Floyd in… -
For the Common Good: Connecting Drivers to Attorneys
People & CultureSt. Thomas’ mission of enhancing the common good runs deeper and expands beyond the campus’ parameter. For many students, the saying has been woven into their identity throughout their four-year experience, even becoming some individuals’ life mantras. The Newsroom is highlighting some people who have studied at Opus College of Business undergraduate programs and who… -
Relentless Support: A Conversation About Life as a Modern Nurse
AlumniMartha Scheckel, director of the St. Thomas School of Nursing, recently sat down with Jake Gerhartz, RN, PHN, MN, who graduated from St. Thomas with a degree in exercise science from the Department of Health and Exercise Science. Scheckel and Gerhartz, now a registered nurse at Regions Hospital, discussed the nursing shortage, nursing during a… -
For the Common Good: Mentoring Youth
People & CultureSt. Thomas’ mission of enhancing the common good runs deeper and expands beyond the campus’ parameter. For many students, the saying has been woven into their identity throughout their four-year experience, even becoming some individuals’ life mantras. The Newsroom is highlighting some people who have studied at Opus College of Business undergraduate programs and who… -
St. Thomas Mourns Loss of Longtime Dining Services Team Member
In Our PrayersThe University of St. Thomas is mourning the loss of one of its most visible and engaging personalities. Brian Clifton, a St. Thomas employee of 32 years, passed away on Dec. 25, 2021. He was 59 years old. Clifton was a beloved team member in Campus Dining Services. Any student, faculty and staff member, or… -
For the Common Good: Distributing Food in Cambodia
People & CultureSt. Thomas’ mission of enhancing the common good runs deeper and expands beyond the campus’ parameter. For many students, the saying has been woven into their identity throughout their four-year experience, even becoming some individuals’ life mantras. The Newsroom is highlighting some people who have studied at Opus College of Business undergraduate programs and who… -
VIDEO: The Story Behind Caruso's Crew
Faith and MissionThere’s more to Caruso’s Crew than an ever-present group of enthusiastic football fans with oversized, handmade construction tools. Learn the Caruso’s Crew origin story, the connection with Saint John Vianney College Seminary (SJV) and the unique way an All-American running back was recruited to St. Thomas. Glenn Caruso felt something missing. This was what every… -
Humans of St. Thomas: Wide Receiver Is Fuel Delivery Entrepreneur
AthleticsJulian Cavin, a wide receiver on the football team and junior in the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, delivers on more than just the football field. He has raised more than $200K for his company, Low Fuel, an app-based delivery service that brings gas to customers and their vehicles any time, any place in the Twin… -
Life at St. Thomas: 2021 Photos of the Year - Part 2
People & CultureAs someone whose role is to photograph the events and happenings in our St. Thomas community, 2021 has felt like a year of reemergence. Though we are not yet out of the woods with the ongoing pandemic, it has been inspiring to see our campuses come alive once again thanks to the availability of vaccines.…