The NPD Group recently reported a sales increase in plant-based meat alternatives of almost $75 million this year. Columnist Kayla Mayer argues consumer demands for plant-based products must be met.
OPINION: Carbon farming is a step in the right direction
In March 2019, General Mills announced their mission to turn 100 million acres of farmland into regenerative agriculture by 2030. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues strategies like carbon farming help push eco-friendly practices forward.
News in :90 – Dec. 13, 2019
Greta Thunberg was named Time Magazine “Person of the Year,” the House is expected to approve articles of impeachment against President Trump, and St. Thomas students presented Archbishop Hebda with a communications campaign for the Catholic church. Designer Brooklyn Madden has today’s News in :90
INFOGRAPHIC: Anatomy of female entrepreneurs
St. Thomas celebrated its second Women in Entrepreneurship week last month. Designer Brooklyn Madden has interesting facts about today’s female entrepreneurs.
St. Thomas professor Kevin Sauter to retire after 37 years
Kevin Sauter, communication and journalism professor at St. Thomas, will retire after the fall 2019 semester, capping off his 37th year teaching at the university. Reporter Rachel Torralba has the full story.
INFOGRAPHIC: Bicycle safety tips
Around 75% of fatal or serious cyclist accidents occur in urban areas and 80% of cyclist casualties occur in daylight. Designer Brooklyn Madden has a graphic with tips for cyclists to stay safe.
Limited Tommie-Johnnie tickets trigger competitive resale market
With just 700 tickets released per class, St. Thomas students have taken to social media to buy and sell their Tommie-Johnnie tickets for high prices. University Affairs Editor Abby Sliva has the full story.
Getting green: Going sustainable at St. Thomas
St. Thomas’ new Sustainability minor has been several years in the making, fits with most St. Thomas majors and offers an array of options for students to get involved.
Sports in :60 – Oct. 11, 2019
St. Thomas men’s soccer won at Bethel University on Sunday, St. Thomas women’s volleyball won against Gustavus Adolphus College on Wednesday, and St. Thomas football plays Augsburg this Saturday. Designer Brooklyn Madden has today’s Sports in :60.
St. Thomas Communication and Journalism department reconstructs curriculum
Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Yohuru Williams announced in July the reconstruction of the Communication and Journalism (COJO) department.