The St. Thomas community is feeling the effects and emotions of Monday’s grand jury decision not to indict Darren Wilson, the officer who fatally shot Michael Brown in August in Ferguson, Missouri.
Canney to resign in December
Jane Canney, vice president for student affairs, announced Monday morning that she will be resigning effective Dec. 31.
Summit Singers denied USG funds
As an exclusive club, the Summit Singers were only eligible for USG conference and competition funding, which supports up to 50 percent of the amount requested.
International Education Week celebrates global awareness
Throughout the week, students attended events including a fashion show, trivia night, soccer tournament and more, all designed to spread awareness of global education.
Students to take part in I AM ST. PAUL!
Sophomore Ellie Eischens is an assistant stylist and sophomore Lauren Lundstrom is the assistant producer for I AM ST. PAUL!, a variety and fashion show featuring local talent.
News in :90 – Nov. 21, 2014
This is News in :90 for Friday, Nov. 21, 2014.
Couples use technology to maintain long-distance relationships
According to St. Thomas professor Carol Bruess the use of technology has made it easier for individuals to make long-distance relationships work.
News in :90 – Nov. 19, 2014
This is News in :90 for Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014.
Hennes authors biography on O’Shaughnessy
Doug Hennes recently released his book “That Great Heart,” a biography on the late St. Thomas alumnus and philanthropist I. A. O’Shaughnessy.
Native American culture: More than Pocahontas and mascots
Student Diversity and Inclusion Services partnered with faculty and staff to raise awareness of Native American culture throughout November.
Minnesota gas prices drop below average
The current average is hovering around $2.90 – as opposed to around $3.20 a year ago – according to the Daily Fuel Gauge Report.
Physical Plant departments move to new building
The new building that will house St. Thomas’ Physical Plant and engineering program opened last month after heavy rain delayed construction.
News in :90 – Nov. 14, 2014
This is News in :90 for Friday, Nov. 14, 2014.
Performance addresses child sexual abuse, exploitation
About 175 community members attended the first metro area performance of “Fired Up: Survivor Stories of Trauma, HOPE and Change” on campus Tuesday.
Study shows physical activity improves GPA
According to a study conducted by a St. Thomas 2014 alumna, students who spend more time each week working out vigorously are more likely to have higher GPAs.