notices
For Faculty/Staff
Sign Up for Spring Bowling Leagues
08 Mar 2013 by Anderson Student Center / No Comments
This six-week league for students, faculty and staff of all skill levels will run from Tuesday, April 2, through Thursday, May 9.
St. Thomas Employee Federal Credit Union Has Money to Lend
08 Mar 2013 by St. Thomas Federal Credit Union / No Comments
With a surplus of funds available, the St. Thomas Employee Federal Credit Union has a variety of loans to offer at competitive rates.
Air Pollution Health Advisory Issued
07 Mar 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air pollution health advisory effective Friday until midday Saturday for the southern two-thirds of Minnesota, including the Twin Cities area.
Roth Investment Option Coming in April for UST’s Voluntary Retirement Arrangement
06 Mar 2013 by Human Resources / No Comments
TIAA-CREF and Fidelity representatives will answer questions at the HR Fair on March 12-13. Submit a revised Salary Reduction Agreement form by March 22 to qualify for contributions to begin the first pay period in April.
Library to Host March 11 Book Launch for Extended Family: Essays on Being Irish American
04 Mar 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The new book’s essays and articles were compiled by James Silas Rogers, editor of the New Hibernia Review. The reception Monday is open to all.
Faculty and Staff Annual Campaign Begins; It’s Been a Long Journey to the Top
01 Mar 2013 by John Bannigan / No Comments
Make a donation to the campaign as a retirement gift for Father Dease and help keep St. Thomas’ participation rate in first place among Minnesota’s private colleges and universities.
‘Jumpstart to Wellness’ at the 19th Annual Human Resources Fair, March 12 and 13
01 Mar 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The grand prize drawing this year will be for a $100 gift card of your choice.
Library’s Noonartsound Series Begins Tuesday, March 5
01 Mar 2013 by St, Thomas Libraries / No Comments
Dr. Shelly Nordtorp-Madson, Art History, and Dr. Chris Kachian, Music, will present this noontime series. They will cover various periods in art, sculpture, painting, costume history and more – coupled with guitar performances of period music.
Exempt Staff Council Nominations Requested
28 Feb 2013 by Kelly Engebretson '99 M.A. / No Comments
Nominate yourself or someone you know to serve on the Exempt Staff Council.
Professional Notes for Feb. 28, 2013
28 Feb 2013 by Kelly Engebretson '99 M.A. / No Comments
This week’s notes feature faculty members Sanjeev Bordoloi, Mark DelCogliano, Massimo Faggioli, John Martens and John Wendt.
FY14 Budget Information Session is at Noon Today, Feb. 28
28 Feb 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Bring a brown-bag lunch; cookies and beverages will be provided.
Fourth Annual Augsburg-St. Thomas Faculty and Staff Fitness Challenge Begins March 6
27 Feb 2013 by Health and Human Performance / No Comments
The challenge will run eight weeks – from Wednesday, March 6, to Tuesday, April 30.
MPR to Air ‘Celebrating and Preserving Winter’ Program at Noon Wednesday
26 Feb 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The program was recorded at St. Thomas last week and features remarks by Bill McKibben of 350.org and J. Drake Hamilton of St. Paul-based Fresh Energy.
Take a Tommie to Lunch – Sign Up for a Mentor Today
22 Feb 2013 by Alumni and Constituent Relations / No Comments
Offered by the Alumni Association, this mentorship program gives students the opportunity to meet with an alumnus or alumna to discuss networking, job searching and more. Register by March 5.
Nominate UST Women for 2013 Sister Pat Kowalski Women’s Leadership Awards
22 Feb 2013 by University Advocates for Women and Equity / No Comments
The award will go to a student and an exempt staff member with clarity of vision, courage of convictions and generosity of spirit in their work for women at St. Thomas. Nominations are due by March 8.
Nominations Sought for Awards That Honor Service to Women
22 Feb 2013 by University Advocates for Women and Equity / No Comments
The Good Sister Award and the Pauline Lambert Advocacy Award will be given to women on campus; the Sapientia Award for Creative Work Focused on Women is open to men or women. The nomination deadline is March 8.
UST to Administer Campus Climate Survey
22 Feb 2013 by Office of Institutional Effectiveness / No Comments
A secure link to the survey will be sent to UST email addresses on Tuesday, Feb. 26.
Campus Life Accepting Proposals for Beverage-Contract-Fund Projects
22 Feb 2013 by Campus Life / No Comments
Proposals must be for the purchase of durable goods that will enhance the student experience. Requests for clothing (e.g., uniforms, robes) will not be considered.
Call for Proposals Announced by 2013-14 Campus Sustainability Fund
21 Feb 2013 by Campus Sustainability Fund / No Comments
Students, faculty and staff are invited to submit proposals to “green” UST operations and campus life. The submission deadline is Tuesday, March 19.
Spring Blood Drive Needs Blood Donors, Volunteers
19 Feb 2013 by Wellness Center / No Comments
The drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, April 2 and 3.
International Student Services to Host Minnesota International Educators Workshops March 25
19 Feb 2013 by International Student Services / No Comments
Everyone, from interested students to professionals, is invited to register online to attend one or more of these professional development workshops.
Dr. Elise Amel Promoted to Full Professor
12 Feb 2013 by Dr. Susan Huber, executive vice president and chief academic officer / 2 Comments
The recommendation for promotion was made by the Tenure and Promotion Committee at its December 2012 meeting.
Lenten 45-Day Challenge Begins Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13
12 Feb 2013 by Wellness Center / No Comments
Individuals of all faith traditions are invited to participate during this time of preparation for Holy Week and Easter. Pick up a reflection journal and stay in touch with Campus Ministry and the Wellness Center on Facebook for a chance to win a $100 bookstore gift card.
Two Students to Present Research at Scholars at the Capitol Feb. 19
11 Feb 2013 by Tom Couillard '75 / No Comments
Sam Jensen and Julie Rech will represent St. Thomas at the event, which will be held in the state Capitol’s rotunda.
J-Term Courses Announced at the Study Abroad Fair
08 Feb 2013 by Study Abroad / No Comments
The Study Abroad Fair takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, in Campus Way on the second floor of the Anderson Student Center.