Events
‘Is the Supreme Court Threatening Religious Groups’ is Subject of ‘Hot Topics: Cool Talk’ Forum March 8
13 Feb 2013 by Murphy Institute for Catholic Thought, Law and Public Policy / No Comments
The forums this year are focusing on the challenges of religious freedom here and around the world. All are welcome.
Art Historian to Discuss Hellenistic Sculpture in Feb. 21 Lecture
12 Feb 2013 by Department of Art History / No Comments
Dr. Peter Schultz of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn., will give the next lecture in the “Generations and the Tradition of Art” series. All are welcome.
Climate-Change Expert Bill McKibben Coming to UST and Macalester Feb. 20-21 for Programs ‘Celebrating and Preserving Winter’
06 Feb 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
What’s happening to our winters? McKibben will speak at both schools on his way to ski the Birkebeiner in Wisconsin. The lectures are free and open to all.
Consul General of Ireland to Visit Feb. 7
31 Jan 2013 by Center for Irish Studies / No Comments
Students, faculty and staff are invited to a reception for Consul General of Ireland Aidan Cronin, who will give brief remarks. This event is of special interest to students who wish to study in Ireland.
Campus Community Invited to Faculty and Staff Years-of-Service Celebration
30 Jan 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The campus will celebrate faculty and staff years-of-service anniversaries – ranging from five to 40 years – with the University of St. Thomas from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7, in the James B. Woulfe Alumni Hall, Anderson Student Center. A recognition ceremony will take place at 4 p.m.
Rabbi Amy Eilberg to Speak Here Feb. 12 on ‘Everyday Peacemaking’
30 Jan 2013 by Jay Phillips Center for Interfaith Learning / No Comments
The lecture is sponsored by the Jay Phillips Center for Interfaith Learning; all are welcome.
Archlutist Timothy Burris to Join St. Thomas Musicians for All-Baroque Concert Feb. 16
25 Jan 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The free concert in St. Mary’s Chapel is presented by the Society for the Doctrinal Affectation of Baroque Music.
St. Thomas’ Next Asmat Art Exhibition to Feature Works of Their Best Carvers, the Wowipitsj
14 Jan 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The exhibition, free and open to the public, runs from Feb. 4 to Aug. 4 with a reception March 14.
Happy First Birthday, Anderson Student Center!
11 Jan 2013 by Anderson Student Center / No Comments
Celebrate on Thursday, Jan. 17, with free pizza and cake. Donations of children’s toys for those 3 to 12 years old will be accepted to support a Cheerful Givers nonprofit collection for children whose families can’t afford birthday celebrations.
Watch the Tommie Football Team in the Stagg Bowl at the On-Campus Viewing Party
12 Dec 2012 by Campus Life / No Comments
Join fellow Tommie fans for an on-campus viewing party of the 2012 Stagg Bowl game this Friday, Dec. 14. Kick-off is at 6 p.m.
Vision and Opportunity: Fall Speakers
08 Dec 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The integration of law and the Catholic intellectual tradition was the vision of Monsignor Terrence J. Murphy, president and chancellor of the University of St. Thomas for more than 35 years. In his book, A Catholic University, Vision and Opportunities, he emphasized the importance of teaching religious and ethical values in classrooms and in public forums as necessary for a healthy society and effective leadership.
Author Larry Millett to Discuss His Sherlock Holmes Mystery Series Here Dec. 12
04 Dec 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The lecture is sponsored by the university’s English Department, now home to the journal Victorian Periodicals Review and new courses on the Victorian era.
Kraig Windschitl to Perform in Next Recital Celebrating 25th Anniversary of Chapel’s Gabriel Kney Pipe Organ
30 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Windschitl and the university’s Schola Cantorum will perform Bach chorales on Sunday, Dec. 9.
Celebrate Tommie Volleyball’s NCAA Championship Nov. 29
26 Nov 2012 by Gene McGivern / No Comments
A reception for the Tommies’ NCAA champion volleyball team will be held at noon Thursday Nov. 29, in Schoenecker Arena. Students, alumni, parents and fans are invited. Cake will be served after a brief ceremony.
You Can See For Miles and Miles and Miles at the St. Thomas Observatory
26 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The university observatory will open its doors for public observing on Nov. 28 and Dec. 12.
Lessons and Carols for Advent Planned Dec. 2 at St. Paul Seminary School of Divinity
26 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
All are welcome to enjoy this annual event presented by the seminary’s Chorale and Schola.
Friday’s ‘Hot Topics: Cool Talk’ Forum Asks: Should German Home-Schoolers be Granted Asylum in U.S.?
23 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The University of St. Thomas forums this year are focusing on the challenges of religious freedom here and around the world.
Herald the Holidays at Dec. 4 Tree- and Crèche-Lighting Ceremony
21 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The annual event begins at 4:30 p.m. and all are welcome to enjoy the music, readings, hot chocolate and holiday cookies.
‘Miss Representation’ Documentary and Lecture Here Nov. 27 and 28
20 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Filmmaker, actress and women’s advocate Jennifer Siebel Newsom will speak on “Where Have All the Smart Girls Gone?”
Author and Journalist David Frum to speak here Nov. 27 as part of Minnesota Public Radio Series
16 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Frum is a Newsweek, Daily Beast and CNN contributor who will talk about America after the election. The program is free, but reservations are required.
November, December Concerts to be Performed in O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library
14 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The four informal concerts feature music by guitarist Joan Griffith and pianist Laura Caviani, the UST Guitar Ensemble, the UST Women’s Choir and the UST String Ensemble.
St. Thomas’ Christmas Concert to Celebrate Its 25th Year Dec. 2
09 Nov 2012 by Kelly Engebretson '99 M.A. / No Comments
The annual tradition will be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center this year while it’s usual host, Orchestra Hall, undergoes construction.
Events Planned for International Education Week, Nov. 12-16
09 Nov 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
St. Thomas will host a week of events: a Medallion Hunt, a showing of the “Crossing Borders” movie, CultureLink Tea with Saudi students, IEW Soccer Tournament, International Fair and Culture Fest. Free T-shirts will be given away on Monday, Nov.12, to promote the festivities.
University Community Invited to a Celebration Reception Nov. 15 for Dr. Bruce Kramer
08 Nov 2012 by College of Education, Leadership and Counseling / No Comments
The College of Education, Leadership and Counseling and the Office of Academic Affairs will host a reception for Dr. Bruce Kramer from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, in Opus Hall, Rooms 201-202, on the Minneapolis campus. A brief program will begin at 4 p.m.
St. Paul Seminary School of Divinity Hosts Information Night and Course Sampler
08 Nov 2012 by The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity / No Comments
The event will include an opportunity for St. Thomas seniors to learn about the John Ireland Scholarship, which provides a full scholarship for full-time graduate studies in theology.