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Kha Yang Begins as St. Thomas' First Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence
University NewsSt. Thomas today welcomed Kha Yang as its first Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence, a crucial leadership role that will guide the university’s ongoing journey to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive.
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3D Knees, if You Please: Dr. Nick Weiss '92 Pushes Boundaries of Orthopedic Possibilities
Social JusticeAs an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, Dr. Nick Weiss '92 has asked big questions and found innovative solutions. -
St. Thomas, Catholic Charities Sign Partnership for the Common Good
President's OfficePresident Julie Sullivan and Catholic Charities President and CEO Tim Marx on June 27 signed a “Partnership for the Common Good." -
Judge Mariana Vielma '05 J.D. Leads in the Fight for Access to Justice
Social JusticeMariana Vielma J.D. is only the fifth Latina woman appointed to the bench in Adams County, Colorado, where more than 21% of the population is Hispanic or Latino. -
From Lima to Minneapolis: Sandra Mercado Azurin Makes a Difference Far From Home
Social JusticeSandra Mercado Azurin, an LL.M. in U.S. Law student, is making a difference for future female Peruvian St. Thomas Law students. -
St. Thomas Football Is Top St. Jude's Fundraiser Fifth Straight Year
University NewsFor the fifth consecutive year, the St. Thomas football team were the top fundraisers among 3,500-plus national student fundraising groups that generate funds to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the world’s foremost organization in battling childhood cancer. -
Trouts, Turfgrass and Treatment: St. Thomas Students, Metropolitan Council Tackle Environmental Challenges
Social JusticeA partnership between the University of St. Thomas and the Metropolitan Council is benefitting students, the natural environment, and other public spaces. Students are producing solid work for the Council that may, in some cases, result in long-term monetary savings. -
Answering the Call: Social Work Alumni Step up and Serve
Social JusticeSchool of Social Work alumni Ikram Koliso '17 BSW, Paul Schnell ’88 BSW, and Angela Conley '03 BSW highlight the many alumni who are called to public service. -
Humanitarian Award Winner Beth Burns '94 Is Changing Lives for Homeless Youth
Social JusticeThe Humanitarian Award recognizes an individual’s contributions to the betterment of the spiritual and material welfare of the less fortunate. This year's award recipient is Beth Burns '94. -
Special Education With a Special Touch
Social JusticeThe University of St. Thomas’ School of Education is on the forefront of trying to help fill the special education teacher shortage through multiple program offerings that include special education residencies in local school systems.