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Hands-On Learning, Real-World Results: Class of 2025 Steps Into Dream Jobs
People & CultureWhen Johnathan Halva ’25 walks across the commencement stage at the University of St. Thomas to collect his diploma, the civil engineering major will skip the traditional post-grad job search. That’s because Halva landed his dream job well before his senior year even began. Passionate about renewable energy, Halva began an internship as a sophomore…
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In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on Minnesota’s Record Graduation Rate
In the NewsAssociate Professor of Education Chelda Smith Kondo recently was quoted in a Minnesota Star Tribune article about Minnesota’s record graduation rate. From the article: Graduation-party season may have been a bit busier in Minnesota last spring. That’s because a record percentage of students graduated last year: 59,720 of them, representing 84.2% of the class of… -
This Tommie Educator Champions the Restorative Power of Art
Humans of St. ThomasWhen artist Eyenga Bokamba last exhibited her work in Italy, she was overjoyed to bring her colorful, multidimensional painted cubes to a floating art gallery on Lake Iseo in Lombardy. She was also anxious about the 2024 exhibition, so she designed and printed mini sculptural cubes on cardstock and gave them to gallery visitors who… -
WATCH: Tommie Educators Knit Custom Hats for Students
People & CultureIn December fifth-grade teacher Emma Monson ’22 asked her class at Red Rock Elementary in Woodbury to design their own winter hats – on paper. The students had no idea that within a few weeks, she’d show up with a tote full of cold-weather gear, knitted to their precise specifications. “They were all shocked,” Monson… -
Dr. Aura Wharton-Beck's Dissertation Research on WWII 'Government Girls' Featured in D.C. Video
Professional NotesDr. Aura Wharton-Beck, associate professor in the School of Education at the University of St. Thomas, was mentioned in an EntertainDC video on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The video described Wharton-Beck’s dissertation on “government girls,” who were African American women working for the federal government during World War II. “The purpose of my research is to… -
In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on the National Report Card and Post-Pandemic Challenges in Education
In the NewsChelda Smith Kondo, associate professor of teacher education at the University of St. Thomas School of Education, recently joined KARE 11 to talk about test scores for schools in Minnesota and across the country. From the story: While many educators were hoping for better test scores this year, University of St. Thomas education professor Chelda… -
School of Education Equips Educators With New Mental Health and Well-Being Certificate
As child and adolescent mental health issues continue to rise, the School of Education at the University of St. Thomas is committed to preparing educators with the skills and knowledge needed to support their students' well-being through the new Mental Health and Well-Being for Educators certificate. “I am proud that the School of Education has… -
Professionals Share Experiences From Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership
Diversity, Equity and InclusionLeaders from diverse backgrounds are seeking to expand their voice in order to make a more impactful difference in their communities and workplaces. And to accomplish their goals they are leveraging one of the University of St. Thomas’ newest graduate degree offerings, the Master of Arts in Diversity Leadership. Whether championing health equity, advancing inclusion… -
Family Connection: Meet the Sisters Welcoming Future Tommies to Campus
Humans of St. ThomasIf you visit the admissions office at the University of St. Thomas, you’re likely to encounter genuine family hospitality. Two sisters from Brookfield, Wisconsin, Lauren and Lizzy Rusch, are often at the front desk, together, ready to offer prospective students and their families a warm, “Welcome to St. Thomas.” Lauren ’25, a senior admissions intern,… -
From Military Service to Advocate: Veterans Resource Director Connects With Students
People & Culture“Every veteran has a story worth telling,” is a line you’ll hear from Norman Ferguson Jr., the director of the Paul and Sarah Karon Veterans Resource Center at the University of St. Thomas. And he is no exception to that rule. His blended journey of military service and theater seems like an unusual combination, but…