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Tales from the Archives: Hispanic Pre-College Project
People & CultureIn the early 1980s, St. Thomas recognized the need to develop an institutional plan to improve cultural diversity on campus. One idea considered at the time was to develop a summer program for Latino high school graduates to prepare them to enter college. In 1986, it was decided that a needs assessment should be conducted first to determine the actual educational needs and aspirations…
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8 Must-Have Apps to Be a Successful Tommie
People & CultureCollege life can be stressful. Managing schedules, taking classes, getting involved on campus are all important during your college career. But managing your academics and activities doesn’t have to be difficult. Download these must-have apps to have all things St. Thomas right at your fingertips! University of St. Thomas app Ever wonder what the dining… -
Tales from the Archives: Life in the Residence Halls
People & CultureThe start of a new semester means that many students are settling into life in the St. Thomas residence halls. Some may chafe at the rules and regulations that govern their lives as a resident student. But the rules may not seem so bad when one looks at what life was like for students living… -
Seniors from 2001 Reflect on 9/11 Impact on Campus
AlumniLike many of those who are old enough to remember the terrorist attacks of 9/11, St. Thomas seniors from the Class of 2002 will never forget where they were when they heard the news. “I was eating breakfast in my apartment in Morrison Hall,” said John Wagner ‘02. “My mother called and told me to… -
Rosh Hashanah - The New Jewish Year Celebrates the Beginning of Humanity
Faith and MissionFather Chris Collins, St. Thomas’ new vice president for mission, sat down with Rabbi Avi Olitzky to discuss the meaning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year 5782. Rosh Hashanah is celebrated in 2021 starting at sundown Monday, Sept. 6, and ending at sundown Wednesday, Sept. 8, coinciding with the start of the new academic… -
How to Support Veterans in the Wake of Afghanistan Withdrawal
People & CultureVeterans from all eras are reacting to the events in Afghanistan, such as the U.S withdrawal and the takeover by the Taliban. Veterans may question the meaning of their service or whether it was worth the sacrifices they made. According to Veterans Affairs, veterans may even feel more moral distress about experiences they had during… -
Tales from the Archives: Summer Programs on Campus
People & CultureAfter a year’s hiatus, campus has been buzzing again this summer with groups attending athletic camps, conferences and workshops. Here's a look back at some summer programs that St. Thomas hosted in previous decades. Welcoming groups to use campus facilities and offering special programs during the summer months has long been a tradition at the… -
New Provost Has a Game Plan
People & CultureEddy Rojas sets his sights on improving name recognition for St. Thomas and increasing racial, economic and geographic diversity on campus. Eddy Rojas dreamed of going to college during his days growing up in the small tropical country of Costa Rica, known for its lush rainforests and its beaches that hug the coastlines of both… -
St. Thomas Day Awards
AlumniFrom Left to Right: Keanu Daley – 2020 Tommie Award; Erika Scheurer, PhD – 2021 Professor of the Year Award; Cara Anthony – 2020 Professor of the Year Award; Julie Sullivan – University President; Steve Fritz – 2021 Monsignor James Lavin Award; Latanya Daniels – 2021 Humanitarian Award; Ashley Bailey-Chang – Event Emcee; Maj. Michelle M.… -
Life at St. Thomas: May 2021
People & CultureCheck out some of these images from St. Thomas photographers during the month of May 2021.