The Rev. David Smith arrived at St. Thomas more than 50 years ago, but his eyes still brighten when speaking of his true passion – advocating for justice and peace, both at home and abroad.
St. Thomas and St. Kate’s students collaborate for “Into the Woods”
More students than ever before were drawn to St. Catherine’s theater program this spring, due to its production of “Into the Woods,” a beloved play that combines classic fairy tales and adds a twist.
Tommie Spotlight: Xavier Walk
St. Thomas sophomore Xavier Walk believes anyone can be a superhero; all they need is inspiration.
Sanders takes Minnesota’s DFL caucus
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans flocked to the caucuses Tuesday night, giving Sen. Bernie Sanders more than 60 percent of the Minnesota vote in the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party caucus.
GOP reports record turnout in Minnesota caucuses
Spokeswoman Katie Boyd says the party has counted 79,000 participants so far with only about 70 percent of results in. She says that is 15,000 more than in the record year of 2008. Democrats also reported very heavy turnout Tuesday but haven’t yet given numbers.
Clinton, Trump claim big Super Tuesday victories
Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton swept through the South on Super Tuesday, with the front-runners claiming victory in their parties’ primaries in delegate-rich Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. Clinton also carried Texas, the night’s biggest prize.
Freshman trains for half marathon
Freshman Haley Grotbeck has plans to run the Lake Minnetonka Half Marathon in May and has been training diligently.
Changes to come to Bernardi campus in Rome
St. Thomas has introduced changes to the Bernardi campus in Rome that will allow for a more efficient use of the campus and provide more study-abroad options for students.
Students try massage techniques to combat stress
St. Thomas students tested their hand at self-massage and acupressure through a hot stone massage therapy event offered by the Wellness Center last week.
Tommie Spotlight: Alex Klein
Senior Alex Klein has climbed through the ranks in PULSE, going from not knowing how to dance freshman year to becoming club president.
Clinton wins Nevada; Trump takes SC
Hillary Clinton overcame a strong challenge from Bernie Sanders to win the Nevada Democratic caucuses Saturday.
Feminism speakers draw protesters to University of Minnesota
Two outspoken opponents of contemporary feminism spoke to a packed auditorium at the University of Minnesota Wednesday evening.
Public Safety briefs – Feb. 19, 2016
A burned pizza, a suspicious odor and multiple marijuana possessions are all part of this week’s Public Safety briefs.
Alumni Association holds speed networking event
St. Thomas alumni reunited with fellow graduates and passed on their wisdom to current students at a speed networking event in Woulfe Alumni Hall Feb. 11.
Students celebrate Stations of the Cross
St. Thomas is hosting Stations of the Cross, a memorial of the stages of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, every Friday during Lent.