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News in :90 – March 14, 2019
Republican-led Senate sets deal to rebuke President Donald Trump on his declaration of a national emergency at the Mexican border, William Singer pleads guilty to fraud and conspiracy charges in federal court, former Texas Democratic Rep. Beto O’Rourke announces he’s running for president in 2020, and vandals shatter a Virgin Mary statue in St. Thomas’ Ireland Hall. Photographer Drew Bouman has today’s News in :90.
News in :90 – March 12, 2019
A construction crew in Winston-Salem, North Carolina prepares to take down a Confederate statue, some airlines cited worried customers for grounding the Boeing 737 Max 8 after the Ethiopian plane crash, and TommieMedia’s columnist Kayla Mayer discusses prison reform and the First Step act signed by President Trump. Columnist Maddie Peters has today’s News in :90.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: St. Thomas Intercultural Center opens with call for dialogue
As a part of St. Thomas’ Action Plan to Combat Racism, a new Intercultural Center held a grand opening on March 6 on the second floor of the Anderson Student Center.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Construction workers dig into South Campus water main
Valley Rich construction workers arrived on South Campus Tuesday morning to locate and fix the water main leak that left residents without water Monday morning. Videographer Drew Bouman captured the process.
AP: Painting looted by Nazis returned to Jewish heirs in Germany
Officials have returned a painting looted by the Nazis to the heirs of a Jewish French politician and resistance figure who was executed during World War II.
Tommie volunteer opportunities
The university’s Volunteer Center offers many opportunities for students to get involved. Design Manager Christine Hastings outlines a few ways Tommies volunteer to fulfill the university’s “For the Common Good” mission.
Subduing the blaze: A look into California’s rampant wildfires
Whole neighborhoods and commercial districts are decimated after numerous wildfires burned through parts of California. Designer Emilia Fredrickson profiles the aftermath of three wildfires.
Coffee break
As finals week approaches, many Tommies will stay up late drinking coffee while studying for finals. Designer Jason Ortiz outlines the best times to drink coffee.
Blue light exposed
Prolonged exposure to blue light from digital devices may cause retinal damage and vision loss. Design Manager Christine Hastings outlines blue light exposure and ways to prevent digital eye strain.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Pulse showcase
The 2018 Pulse showcase featured dancing and choreography set to music by Beyonce, British artists and Imagine Dragons. A variety of student singers also performed at the event. Photographer Isa Tine captured the event.
OPINION: Understand the commitment of a four year degree
Students begin to discuss secondary educational opportunities in high school. Opinions editor Anna Hoffman argues that if students enter college without direction, they are wasting their money and time.
St. John Vianney Seminary celebrates 50 years
From its founding in 1968, St. John Vianney Seminary at the University of St. Thomas has educated over 500 ordained priests. SJV is a Christ-centered community of men who are discerning the priesthood and is one of the largest communities of its kind in the nation.
Director of Athletics: Phil Esten
St. Thomas alumnus Phil Esten was announced as the new vice president and athletics director of the university. Esten starts in January and will take over the position from Steve Fritz, who announced his retirement earlier this semester.
Rice Park in a new light
Rice Park has been the brightly lit winter gem at the center of St. Paul. Designer Emilia Fredrickson outlines how the park’s recent construction has changed its traditional lighting display.