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Building on a Tradition of Generosity: The Tommie Network Rallies Once Again
University NewsThe 11th annual Tommie Give Day at the University of St. Thomas on Nov. 4 proved once again that when the Tommie Network rallies, incredible things happen. This year, 3,126 donors across the globe came together to raise a record-breaking $4.32 million, surpassing last year’s total of $3.98 million. A signature university tradition, Tommie Give…
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In the News: MayKao Hang on Celebrating 5 Years of Morrison Family College of Health
In the NewsDr. MayKao Y. Hang, vice president and founding dean of the Morrison Family College of Health, spoke with WCCO-TV about the University of St. Thomas’ rapid growth in health education. In just five years, the college’s nursing program has nearly doubled in size, reflecting its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the community. -
University of St. Thomas Ranked No. 21 Among Top 50 Green Colleges
Sustainability & EnvironmentThe University of St. Thomas is ranked No. 21 in the 2026 edition of Princeton Review’s Top 50 Green Colleges, marking the first time Minnesota’s largest private university has placed in the top 25. This recognition highlights the university’s growing national leadership in sustainability and its ongoing commitment to infusing sustainability throughout the university, including… -
Sights and Sounds: Lee & Penny Anderson Arena Opens With Inaugural Games
AthleticsNathan Pilling ’29, a forward on the University of St. Thomas Men’s Hockey team, dashes down the ice with the puck and is isolated with the opposing goalie. He slaps the puck and scores the goal. The buzzer goes off as fans, from students, family, staff and alumni, jump and roar with excitement inside the… -
In the News: University of St. Thomas Opens Lee & Penny Anderson Arena
AthleticsThe University of St. Thomas officially opened the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena on its St. Paul, Minnesota, campus on Oct. 24. The opening attracted coverage from numerous media outlets. From the Minnesota Star Tribune: ... This arena is a threat to the Gophers and other hockey programs in the state that ended up with… -
Can AI Solve Iran’s Dire Water Crisis? Global Research Has the Answer
Artificial IntelligenceIran is running out water. But artificial intelligence is providing solutions, according to research from University of St. Thomas Professor John Abraham and his Iranian colleagues. They have partnered on 50 studies over six years to provide solutions to address the crisis. Abraham has co-authored two studies with Dr. Farzin Salmasi, a water engineering professor at… -
Building a Healthier Future: Morrison Family College of Health Marks Milestones
People & CultureWhen Dr. MayKao Y. Hang walked into her first office at the University of St. Thomas as founding dean of the Morrison Family College of Health in 2019, the university had a new leader with the right vision and entrepreneurial spirit that shined through from her longtime experience with start-ups, community organization and fundraising centered… -
Why This Nutrition Program Teaches Guilt-Free Eating
Humans of St. ThomasFood guilt doesn’t belong at the dinner table nor in the classroom. That’s the philosophy driving Amber Roy’s work at the University of St. Thomas. A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and senior clinical professor, Roy is the nutrition program director for the Department of Health and Exercise Science. She teaches students to focus on overall… -
In Our Prayers: Michael E. Dougherty ’66
In Our PrayersThe University of St. Thomas community mourns the passing of Michael Emmett Dougherty ’66, an alumnus, trustee, visionary philanthropist and founding benefactor of Dougherty Family College (DFC). He died Aug. 10, 2025. Together with his wife Kathy and their family, he established Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas to create a pathway… -
St. Thomas Launches Online Master of Public Health Degree
Health & EducationThe newest graduate degree from the University of St. Thomas aims to help combat one of the nation’s most critical shortages of health care professionals. The university’s Morrison Family College of Health is now recruiting for its online Master of Public Health (MPH) program; early application is now open for the first cohort that will…