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Black Men Teach: Filling a Critical Gap
St. Thomas 2025 - Foster Belonging and Dismantle RacismFor University of St. Thomas elementary education major Brendon Sackey, today's math lesson was proving a unique challenge as a student teacher. His class of fourth graders at University Avenue Elementary in Blaine were supposed to be focusing on perpendicular and parallel lines. However, these young minds seemed all too aware that in a few…
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New St. Thomas Master’s Program Aims to Build Inclusive Leaders
Diversity, Equity and InclusionThe latest master’s degree program offered by Minnesota’s largest private university addresses a growing need for organizations seeking more leaders who can effectively implement diversity, equity and inclusion strategies. The University of St. Thomas’ Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership, which was developed in consultation with Twin Cities business leaders and hiring managers, is now… -
In the News: St. Thomas Prominently Featured in USA Today Special Edition for Black History Month
In the NewsEach year, USA Today publishes a special edition celebrating Black History Month. This year, with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop on the cover, the University of St. Thomas provided expert commentary for multiple stories. Executive Vice President and Provost Eddy Rojas and College of Arts and Sciences Professor Paola Ehrmantraut provided insight into the development… -
Dr. Ernie Owens: Building a New Generation of Diverse Leaders
Diversity, Equity and InclusionIf you spend more than a few minutes with Dr. Ernie Owens, be prepared to talk motorcycles. The Opus College of Business professor attended his first motorcycle convention in 2001. Since then, he’s not only learned how to ride, but he’s also spent countless hours tinkering away, building antique bikes in his garage. “And that’s… -
Research and Opinion: Inclusive Marketing and Communications
In the NewsTwo Marketing, Insights and Communications team members, University Insights Manager Becky Stenlund and Associate Vice President of Insights and Analytics Katie Jensen, recently co-authored "A Framework for Building More Inclusive Marketing and Communications Content," which was published in the Journal of Education Advancement & Marketing. From the article: Generation Z is more diverse and more socially… -
In the News: Community Entrepreneurship Program Featured in Star Tribune
In the NewsThe University of St. Thomas Community Entrepreneurship Program – offered in conjunction with the Opus College of Business, Schulze School of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Center – was recently highlighted by Star Tribune columnist Jennifer Brooks for its impact on the local business community while providing hands-on learning for students. From the story: The… -
Student Diversity Increase at St. Thomas Reflects Goal Commitment
University NewsBlack, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) students represent nearly one-third of all first-time, first-year Tommies enrolled at the University of St. Thomas for four-year and two-year degrees this fall, according to the university’s recently released 10-day enrollment numbers that reflect the most diverse freshman class in the history of the university. “This new standard… -
Faculty and Staff Offer LGBTQIA+ Book and Film Recommendations
Diversity, Equity and InclusionTo celebrate LGBT History Month, the Newsroom asked some members of the St. Thomas LGBTQIA+ and Allies Faculty and Staff Association for book and film recommendations to help provide the university community some diverse perspectives. Here are their thoughts. Boys and Oil by Taylor Brorby (2022) The book Boys and Oil: Growing Up Gay in… -
Truth, Healing and Indigenous Peoples Day
Faith and MissionAs we approach Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 10, Father Chris Collins, vice president for Mission at the University of St. Thomas, held a conversation with Maka Black Elk from the Red Cloud Indian School on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota about the “culture of encounter.” Collins used to work on the reservation and… -
St. Thomas Shows Support for Jewish Community
Faith and MissionAs students prepare to return to college campuses across the country, they’ll meet others from many faiths and cultures. The University of St. Thomas strives to be welcoming to people of all faiths. As a result, several university leaders came together to sign a statement of support for Jewish students, colleagues and neighbors. The statement…