From being born one minute apart to now being over 1,600 miles apart, St. Thomas first-year student Claire Bentfield and her twin Rachel Bentfield, who attends school in Washington state, are staying connected through their weekly podcast. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has the story.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: St. Thomas conducts second round of COVID-19 mass testing
A second round of asymptomatic COVID-19 mass testing took place Tuesday, Dec. 8 in the Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex Field House. Taylor Shupe, Huda Alsomali and Joey Swanson have the story and slideshow.
News in :90 – Dec. 9, 2020
President-elect Joe Biden’s win has been locked in under federal law, Minneapolis City Council members are now voting on whether or not to shrink the Minneapolis police department and Wisconsin has set new restrictions for bars and restaurants. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has today’s News in :90.
Sports in :60 – Dec. 7, 2020
The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 27-24, Gregg Williams’ curious call cost the New York Jets their first win and South Carolina hired Shane Beamer as its head football coach. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has today’s Sports in :60.
St. Thomas’ annual Christmas Concert marches on virtually with Dec. 18 release
The 33rd annual St. Thomas Christmas Concert will be released online on Dec. 18 after being recorded in November at the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Brady Education Center auditorium. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has the story.
Biden wins Minn. presidential race; national results may not come election night
Democratic nominee Joe Biden has won Minnesota’s 10 electoral votes, however, national results are still yet to come. This result solidifies Minnesota’s part in electing a new president in the critical 2020 election, should Biden win the national race.
New COVID-19 dining hall guidelines leave students confused
The new normal of the COVID-19 pandemic has come with new rules on campus, some of which students are struggling to follow. Videographer Emily Rudie and Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has the story.
The Locker Room with Coach Thanh Pham – Oct. 15, 2020
Women’s volleyball coach Thanh Pham joins TommieMedia’s Taylor Shupe in The Locker Room to talk about practices and recruitment in the face of COVID-19 and the D1 transition.
Students adjust to new normal on campus amid COVID-19
As students return to campus, they are adjusting to the new normal of campus life within the pandemic. While knowing it is necessary for the common good of the community, students find pros and cons to the precautions. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has the story.
News in :90 – Oct. 2, 2020
President Donald Trump tests positive for COVID-19, America’s employers added 661,000 jobs in September and residents in a St. Thomas first-year dorm will be tested for COVID-19 after multiple students were confirmed positive. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has today’s News in :90.
News in :90 From a Distance – April 30, 2020
Izzy’s Ice Cream in St. Paul closes, New York temporary hospitals become unused, and Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board plan to close playgrounds. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has today’s News in :90 from a distance.
The Locker Room with St. Thomas Baseball – March 12, 2020
St. Thomas baseball head coach Chris Olean, senior outfield Josh Thorp and senior pitcher Shaun Falbo visit The Locker Room with TommieMedia’s Taylor Shupe about their goals this season.
Sports in :60 – March 9, 2020
St. Thomas men’s hockey won the MIAC championship and men’s basketball will advance to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Division III Championship tournament. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has today’s Sports in :60.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Joe Biden wins Minnesota in presidential primary
Former Vice President Joe Biden won Minnesota, his seventh state on Super Tuesday. He also won Arkansas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, Massachusetts and Virginia as of 12:01 a.m. University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker, Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe and Design Manager Reid Neeser have the story.
St. Thomas student founds jewelry company: “Penny’s Piercings”
With the Mall of America only miles away, St. Thomas students need not look further than Murray Hall to find affordable earrings. That’s because first-year student Penny Groethe, creator of Penny’s Piercings, can whip up a pair in minutes. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe and Reporter Mia Laube have the story.