The American Lung Association recently released its State of the Air 2015 report, which examines air pollution levels in the U.S.
State of the Air report examine’s US air pollution
Stress triggers and how to combat them
As final exams and projects approach, designer Kari Johnson found out what the common triggers of stress are and how to combat them.
Facts surrounding the Nepal earthquake
Design manager Elle Jackson breaks down the facts surrounding the devastating earthquake that hit Nepal on April 25.
Busy intersection known for art
Minneapolis’ Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge is one of the Twin Cities’ best spots for public art and worst spots for traffic. Photojournalist Carlee Hackl captured images from around the bridge.
St. Thomas community celebrates Poetry on the Patio
Students, faculty and members of the St. Thomas community gathered for the 17th annual Poetry on the Patio event.
A timeline of the Armenian genocide
April 24 marked the 100-year anniversary of the Armenian genocide, during which Armenians were taken from their homes, jailed, tortured and murdered.
Healthy fast food options
Design manager Elle Jackson found some healthy fast food options from some of the nation’s largest chains, all under 500 calories.
The mind of a superfan
People who identify themselves as sports fans typically have lower rates of depression and higher rates of self-esteem. Find out more about superfans here.
What is an ecological footprint?
If everyone on Earth lived like the average American, our ecological footprint tells us we would need 3.9 Earths. Find out more with this infographic.
Tommie Spotlight: Student artists
From dance to watercolors to illustrations, photojournalist Carlee Hackl found students who practice art in a variety of forms.
Social media etiquette for college students
More and more employers are using social media to check potential job candidates, so design manager Elle Jackson compiled some tips for managing your profiles.
Public Safety briefs – April 17, 2015
A Homeland Security investigation, a motor vehicle accident and stolen light bulbs in the library are all part of this week’s Public Safety briefs.
A day in the life of a seminarian
Senior Andrew Zipp, a St. John Vianney seminarian, is up almost every morning by 6:15 for the seminary’s holy hour, usually followed by Mass. Watch the video feature.
Apple adds new emojis with iOS 8.3
Apple’s new iOS 8.3 system offers new emojis, including same-sex families and diverse skin tones.
Video: Tommie lacrosse falls to Johnnies
The St. Thomas men’s lacrosse team fell to rival St. John’s 10-9 Friday night at O’Shaughnessy Stadium.