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Universitywide Faculty Awards Recognize Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship and Service
Professional NotesEach year, Academic Affairs celebrates faculty who embody the mission of the University of St. Thomas through their teaching, scholarship, and service. In 2025, five exceptional faculty members were honored with universitywide awards. And another was recognized as the Professor of the Year. Each awardee represents the highest standards of dedication, innovation, and impact in…
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Celebrating 26 Years: Chair of Graduate School of Professional Psychology Retires
Humans of St. ThomasDr. Christopher Vye, chair of the Graduate School of Professional Psychology (GSPP) at the University of St. Thomas, will retire at the end of the spring 2025 semester after 26 years. For the last 12 years, Vye has held leadership within the school, bringing in his 36 years of expertise as a practicing psychologist specializing… -
St. Thomas' Under-Told Stories Project Earns Emmy Nod for Series on Global Waste Trail
Professional Notes“Toxic Trifecta,” a vivid and sobering series about the global industry in junk cars, computers and clothing, has been nominated for a national News & Documentary Emmy Award. Produced for PBS News Hour by the Under-Told Stories Project at the University of St Thomas, the series was filmed mostly in Ghana late in 2024, tracking… -
The Schulze School of Entrepreneurship and U.S. Bank Partnership Receives AACSB ‘Innovations That Inspire’ Award
Business & LawThe University of St. Thomas’ Schulze School of Entrepreneurship has been recognized by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) as part of its 2025 “Innovations That Inspire” initiative. This annual recognition highlights institutions worldwide that create relevant, equitable, and impactful business education through innovative partnerships with businesses, NGOs, and governments. The collaboration between the… -
St. Thomas Professor’s New Lean Six Sigma Guide Bridges Theory and Practice
Professional NotesThe University of St. Thomas School of Engineering celebrates the release of Dr. Gary Jing’s latest book, Lean Six Sigma for Beginners: Essential Activities to Conduct DMAIC Projects, unveiled at the 2025 ASQ Lean Six Sigma Conference. The book, now available on Amazon and ASQ Press, represents a distilled version of St. Thomas’ ETLS640 Lean… -
New Schulze Executive Fellow of Entrepreneurial Practice Announced at St. Thomas
Professional NotesThe Schulze School of Entrepreneurship at the Opus College of Business announced the appointment of Jack Dempsey as the new Schulze Executive Fellow of Entrepreneurial Practice at the University of St. Thomas. Jack Dempsey has been an adjunct professor for the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship since 2022, teaching a variety of applied courses including the… -
Dr. Obasesam Okoi Appointed to the Editorial Board of the Journal of Peace Education
Professional NotesDr. Obasesam Okoi, an assistant professor in the department of Justice and Society Studies, has been appointed to the editorial board of the esteemed Journal of Peace Education. His distinguished scholarship in peace and conflict studies, with a strong regional focus on Africa, will further the journal’s commitment to advancing critical discussions on peace education,… -
Manjeet Rege Gives Keynote Speech on Artificial Intelligence
Professional NotesManjeet Rege, a professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas, was the keynote speaker for the 2025 Homeland Security and Emergency Management Conference in February. At the conference, Rege discussed the societal impact of artificial intelligence, the way society works, and how artificial intelligence… -
Dr. Jacob Benda Performs Solo Organ Concert at Boğaziçi University in Istanbul, Turkey
Professional NotesDr. Jacob Benda, director of music, liturgy and sacred arts and organ area professor at the University of St. Thomas, recently held a concert when he visited Boğaziçi University in Istanbul, Turkey, after the restoration of an historic organ, dating back to 1913. Benda is reportedly the first American organist to have played in concert… -
Senior Athletics Director Amy Cooper Receives Courage Award
Professional NotesAmy Cooper, University of St. Thomas senior athletic director and women’s administrator received the 2025 Wilma Rudolph Courage Award and was celebrated with other recipients on Feb. 5 at the Minnesota History Center. The award is given to a woman athlete who overcame adversity and exhibits extraordinary courage in their athletic performance. Cooper’s sports career…