Many things take up our time. Whether it be school, work, hobbies or other social engagements, it is easy to get overwhelmed when there are only 24 hours in a day. Designer Ellie Lehto outlines a few tips for better time management.
Office of sustainability holds EcoChallenge
St. Thomas’ Office of Sustainability Initiatives is holding an online EcoChallenge that started April 20 and runs until May 3. Reporter Annie Terry has the story.
St. Thomas’ Bach tackles online student teaching
St. Thomas early education major Shannon Bach knew she would spend the spring of her senior year student teaching. She didn’t know she would be teaching 20 energetic kindergarteners over Zoom. Reporter Mia Laube has the story.
INFOGRAPHIC: The environmental impact of technology
What happens to digital devices after we get rid of them, and what effect does this have on our Earth? Designer Maggie Stout breaks down this process and outlines the impact this has on our environment.
COVID-19 in my Community: April 24, 2020
In TommieMedia’s first COVID-19 in my Community report, Director Emily Haugen reports from her hometown in Fairmont, Minnesota on how local businesses are working to support one another with “Martin County Strong.”
White and Wammer speak, spring elections, university updates discussed at USG meeting
University administrators Sheneeta White and Kris Wammer spoke, spring elections changes were announced and various university updates were discussed at the Undergraduate Student Government general council meeting Thursday, April 16. University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker has the update.
News in :90 From a Distance – April 23, 2020
Minnesota is partnering with the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic to test as many as 20,000 people per day for COVID-19, more than 4.4 million people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, and a St. Thomas biology professor researches how cancer cells spread from tumors into other parts of the body. Advertising and Public Relations Director Alexis Okafor has today’s News in :90 from a distance.
St. Thomas professor progresses cancer research using fruit flies
St. Thomas biology professor and published researcher Afshan Ismat is working on a research project with undergraduate students to discover how cancer cells spread from tumors into other parts of the body. Reporter Annie Terry has the story.
AP – Walz: Minnesota in agreement for up to 20,000 tests daily
Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday the state has struck a deal with the University of Minnesota and the Mayo Clinic to test as many as 20,000 people per day for the coronavirus.
Aquinas Scholars program will continue to require ACT, SAT scores
The University of St. Thomas Aquinas Scholars program will still require ACT and SAT test scores despite the university announcing that they will be transitioning to test-optional admissions. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
News in :90 From a Distance – April 21, 2020
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to temporarily suspend immigration, the oil market plunged further, and Minnesota colleges will receive $180 million from the CARES Act. Assignment Editor Jack Stanek has today’s News in :90 from a distance.
St. Thomas senior captures concert moments through photography
Rees Winga, a St. Thomas senior and marketing major, made a name for himself in the photography industry with his artistic abilities and creative mind. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
St. Thomas officials working to clarify CARES act funding
Minnesota colleges will receive $180 million from the CARES Act, the Star Tribune wrote Friday. Private universities in Minnesota are expected to receive $40 million in federal stimulus aid, half of which must be used on direct cash grants to students. Reporter Annie Terry has the story.
Twin Cities businesses boosted by virtual “Biz-ingo” game
“Biz-ingo,” a virtual bingo game involving 46 local businesses, will be held Saturday at 7:30 p.m. to boost the business of restaurants like Tiffany Sports Lounge that were forced to transition to takeout-only. Those interested in participating can pick up bingo cards along with food or drinks at participating restaurants. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW and AP: Trump tweets support for rally at Minnesota governor’s home
President Donald Trump tweeted his support Friday for a protest outside Gov. Tim Walz’s official residence in St. Paul against Minnesota’s continued stay-at-home order. Videographer Song Johansen’s photo slideshow supplements the AP story.