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University of St. Thomas Receives $2M From Bright.Green to Advance Microgrid Innovation
St. Thomas 2025The University of St. Thomas, in partnership with Bright.Green, has announced a $2 million investment to advance cutting-edge research in microgrid technology. This funding will support the construction of a state-of-the-art microgrid facility and establish Dr. Mahmoud Kabalan as the Bright.Green Director of the Center for Microgrid Research, located on the university’s St. Paul, Minnesota, campus. The new facility will serve as a national…
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St. Thomas Partners With U of M to Develop AI-Based Surgical Analysis System
Artificial IntelligenceAt first, it sounded impossible. But that’s exactly the kind of challenge that Dr. Chih Lai and Jihun Moon ’24 MS, two artificial intelligence experts at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, enjoy more than anything. In fact, it’s their motto: “Making the impossible, possible.” In collaboration with colleagues at the University of Minnesota… -
Pioneering the Future: Federal, State Support Fuels Expansion at Center for Microgrid Research
ResearchWhen Ophelia Loree ’25 MS came to the University of St. Thomas to pursue a master’s degree in electrical engineering, she was betting on a hands-on, practical education. Loree had no idea that within a year, she would help design a brand-new microgrid, and that she would do so in collaboration with the U.S. Army… -
New Professor Profile: JiYong Lee and Jose Capa Salinas
People & CultureAssistant Professors JiYong Lee in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Jose Capa Salinas in the Department of Civil Engineering joined the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota this academic year. They bring a wealth of expertise and experience to their respective fields. Capa Salinas is making a significant impact… -
Schoenecker Center Earns LEED Gold for Green Construction
University NewsThe newly opened Schoenecker Center at the University of St. Thomas has been certified LEED Gold, one of the highest ratings bestowed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The university’s central home for STEAM learning was honored for excellence in sustainable design and construction. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the most… -
St. Thomas Garners High Marks for Engineering, Overall Value on Best Colleges List
University NewsUniversity of St. Thomas’ School of Engineering continues to rank high among national peers as it works to stay at the forefront of industry needs in spaces like advanced manufacturing, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. For the 11th straight year, the school is listed in the top 50 engineering schools without a doctorate program in… -
St. Thomas Receives $1.1M in Funding to Support Educating Diverse K-12 STEM Teachers
St. Thomas 2025 - Lead in STEAM EducationU.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith of Minnesota, as well as Congresswoman Betty McCollum from the state’s Fourth District, announced in June that they helped secure more than $1.1 million in federal funding for the School of Education and Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas and the South St. Paul School… -
Tommie Storyteller Searches for Truth and Justice
People & CultureUsually the one asking questions, it is time for Dr. Mark Neuzil to have his story told. Standing in the new Schoenecker Center as a member of the Emerging Media faculty, he is surrounded by a reminder of the progress seen by the university he calls home. The retiring professor worked as an environmental journalist… -
DOD SMART Scholar Leverages Master’s Degree for Career Pivot
People & CulturePursuing a master’s degree while working full time is not always easy to do. And landing a prestigious scholarship after enrollment can be challenging. However, for Frankie Torbor, his ambitions helped him land a SMART Scholarship with the Department of Defense, all while attending evening classes at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering… -
Tommie Experts: Generative AI’s Real-World Impact on Job Markets
Tommie ExpertsGenerative artificial intelligence (gen AI) is now an increasing concern throughout the world, with numerous sectors buzzing about its potential and the associated concerns about job displacement. This introductory examination will look at what gen AI is, its capabilities, and the causes for these developing worries. We will specifically look at how gen AI affects…