Luke Spehar, a 2010 St. Thomas alumnus, performed the first show of his cross-country tour showcasing his third album.
Alumnus showcases third album
Students gather to meditate on Lower Quad
More than 70 students meditated on the Lower Quad Tuesday afternoon as part of the Wellness Center’s meditation flash mob event.
Student-run academic fraternity in the works
Sophomore Sarah Rumon plans to start a chapter of the national academic fraternity, Gamma Iota Sigma, at St. Thomas by February.
Public Safety briefs
An individual urinating outside of the Murray-Herrick Campus Center, a fake ID and a burst water pipe are all part of this week’s Public Safety briefs.
Peer Ministry serves pancakes with discussion
Peer Minister Tim Stammeyer came up with the “Pancakes with Jesus” event after impromptu breakfasts he made with his friends last year.
Enterovirus D68 spreads to Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health and the University of Minnesota have confirmed 12 cases of enterovirus D68 in the state.
Professors continue use of trigger warnings
The American Association of University Professors condemns the use of trigger warnings, but many St. Thomas professors will continue this practice.
Athletic trainers implement new concussion program
The St. Thomas athletic training staff introduced prototypes and new exercises to address concussions in various ways to benefit all athletes and improve safety.
Athletes as role models: How well do we really know our heroes?
Recent situations in the NFL revolving around Ray Rice and Adrian Peterson have sports editor Tom Pitzen thinking about the image that some people have of their favorite athletes.
PULSE preview show aims to boost enrollment
Performers in PULSE showed off old favorites and gave a sneak peek of one of their new routines Saturday to encourage new and returning students to join.
Giving change a shot: No more espresso in Summit Marketplace
Long lines for snacks and beverages at the Summit Marketplace caused Dining Services managers to eliminate espresso drinks from the selection.
Peak fall colors in Minnesota
Designer Elle Jackson explains what causes the color of leaves to change in the fall, giving Minnesota beautiful peak colors.
Obama addresses sexual violence on college campuses
President Barack Obama unveiled a public awareness campaign Friday called “It’s On Us” to prevent sexual assault.
Students spice up dorm rooms on campus
As St. Thomas students settle in and adjust to college life, photojournalist Madeleine Davidson searched for unique dorm rooms on campus.
Study shows sexting is on the rise
According to the Pew Research Center, in 2014, 9 percent of all cell phone owners have sent a sext and 20 percent have received one, which is higher than a 2012 study.