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Sights and Sounds: Class of 2028’s March Through the Arches
Quotes from the QuadOn a sunny September day, members of the Class of 2028 at St. Thomas started their journey at the university by marching through the Arches while family members, faculty and staff cheered them on. “You are about to become part of a story that is bigger than yourselves. Every entering class of students writes a…
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Sights and Sounds: 2024 Welcome Days
Quotes from the QuadThe Class of 2028 has arrived at the University of St. Thomas to help kick off a new school year. About 1,600 first-time, first-year students were welcomed to campus with a full schedule of events meant to foster connection and lasting friendship. This year’s Welcome Days featured beloved traditions, including March Through the Arches, late-night… -
Tales from the Archives: Fostering School Spirit and Community
People & CultureAs the University of St. Thomas anticipates the arrival of the new first-year students on campus, it’s a good time to reflect on the different ways St. Thomas used to instill a sense of school spirit and community in its incoming students. Back in 1926, the Tiger Club (a group of junior and senior class… -
Tales from the Archives: Tom Town
People & CultureLocated where the O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library and O’Shaughnessy Educational Center now stand, there once existed a humble community known as Tom Town. From 1946-59, Tom Town provided needed housing for married faculty and students of St. Thomas. The post-World War II housing shortage in the Twin Cities presented a challenge for St. Thomas to accommodate the… -
Favorite Photos From Commencement 2024
PhotosUniversity of St. Thomas photographers Mark Brown and Brandon Woller ’17 look forward to taking images of commencement each year. It’s an opportunity to capture students, staff, faculty and family celebrating huge accomplishments years in the making. The following images are some favorites, selected by the photography staff. -
VIDEO: 2024 Commencement Highlights
University NewsMore than 2,000 University of St. Thomas students crossed the commencement stage over six ceremonies held May 25-26, 2024. The weekend was a joyous celebration of their accomplishments and personal triumphs. Watch video highlights above and click on the following links to read more about each of the undergraduate, graduate and Dougherty Family College commencement… -
Sights and Sounds: Dougherty Family College 2024 Commencement
People & CultureThere is a theme among the University of St. Thomas Dougherty Family College graduating Class of 2024. It’s that it takes a village. Whether it is family, friends or educators, there is always someone there to provide support and encouragement. “As you walk that journey, remember that you are not alone. DFC will always be… -
Sights and Sounds: 2024 Graduate Commencement
People & CultureMore than 700 University of St. Thomas students earning their graduate degrees in 2024 crossed the commencement stage May 26, including the first cohort of students receiving their master’s degree in nursing. St. Thomas President Rob Vischer urged the university’s newest alumni to create truth, beauty and goodness in the world. “I encourage you to… -
Sights and Sounds: 2024 Undergraduate Commencement
People & CultureNearly 1,300 undergraduate students became the newest alumni from the University of St. Thomas as they walked across the commencement stage on Saturday, May 25. For the Class of 2024, it was a particularly powerful moment to celebrate in person with friends, family and the St. Thomas community. Just months before embarking on their college… -
Sights and Sounds: Class of 2024 March Out of the Arches
PhotosIt’s been a long time coming, but the moment of celebration finally arrived. The University of St. Thomas Class of 2024 kicked off commencement weekend surrounded by hundreds of friends, family and the St. Thomas community. This year’s annual March Out of the Arches to Summit Avenue on May 24 was a powerful one as…