notices
For Students
English Department Announces 2012-13 Common Context
28 Sep 2012 by Kelly Engebretson '99 M.A. / No Comments
The English Department is pleased to announce “Work” as this year’s Common Context for its 100-level writing courses.
School of Law Hosts Informational Open House Saturday, Oct. 13
28 Sep 2012 by School of Law Office of Admissions / No Comments
Take this opportunity to learn about the School of Law, meet students, faculty and staff, and tour the building, located on the Minneapolis campus.
Library Today: O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library Offers Voter Engagement and Registration Resources
28 Sep 2012 by UST Libraries / No Comments
The library provides an opportunity to register to vote, and supplies information voters can use to research the candidates and amendments that will be on the ballot in November.
Got green? Celebrate Sustainability Week Oct. 1-6
28 Sep 2012 by Bob Douglas / No Comments
Festivities, including film screenings, information tables, free bike repair by BEAST, and NiceRide demonstrations, are planned from Monday, Oct. 1, through Saturday, Oct. 6.
Celebrate Banned Books Week Oct. 1-5
28 Sep 2012 by Kelly Engebretson '99 M.A. / No Comments
Since its inception in 1982, Banned Books Week has promoted the idea that while not every book is intended for every reader, each person has the right to decide what to read, listen to or view.
Family Weekend Slated for Oct. 5-7; Legendary Drummer Max Weinberg to Perform With Instrumental Jazz Ensemble
28 Sep 2012 by Dean of Students Office / No Comments
Among this years speakers and performers are Max Weinberg, legendary drummer of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, and St. Thomas faculty members Dr. Carol Bruess, Dr. Gerald Ruch, Dr. Richard Sathe and Dr. Victoria Young.
Food Services to be Interrupted During Capital Campaign Celebrations
26 Sep 2012 by Dining Services / No Comments
Dining options and catering will be affected on Oct. 17 and 18.
Flu, Tdap Vaccines Offered on Campus
26 Sep 2012 by Health Services / No Comments
Vaccines will be offered on several dates in September.
Pedestrian Safety, It’s a Matter of Life and Death: Keep Your Head Up; Obey Traffic Signals.
26 Sep 2012 by John Hershey, Neighborhood Liaison / No Comments
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is reminding motorists and pedestrians to “Share the Road: Pedestrian Safety is a Two-way Street.”
Registrar’s Office Provides Annual Notification of Privacy Rights
21 Sep 2012 by University Registrar / No Comments
Annual notification of rights as required by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (FERPA).
Ceramics by ‘Stoked’ Artists for Sale in the Bookstore
21 Sep 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
A large selection of ceramics by the five artists featured in the exhibit, copies of the catalog and DVDs are for sale now.
International Student Services Announces Fall Events
21 Sep 2012 by International Student Services / No Comments
This month through November, ISS invites all students,faculty and staff to celebrate fall with CultureLink tea, International Education Week and the Thanksgiving family-match program.
All Students Invited to Participate in the Student Legacy Program
21 Sep 2012 by Development / No Comments
As members of the Student Legacy Committee, students work to increase awareness of alumni programming and the importance of giving back to the university.
Take the ‘First Step’ to Study Abroad at One of Nine Remaining Information Sessions
21 Sep 2012 by Study Abroad / No Comments
The sessions are open to all students, wherever you are on your study abroad journey.
St. Paul Fire Department Presents Safety Expo Sept. 27
20 Sep 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Stay informed and aware of fire and other safety issues. Win a ride up – and down – in the bucket of an SPFD truck.
Tommie Central Offers Discount Tickets, Equipment Rentals
20 Sep 2012 by Tommie Central / No Comments
Click on the “Discounts and Free Stuff” tab on the right margin for information on discount Minnesota Twins vs. Detroit Tigers tickets and other current offerings.
Free Kaplan Practice Exams Offered Sept. 29
20 Sep 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
This is an opportunity for students interested in pursuing graduate study to practice in a format that mirrors nearly all graduate school exams, including the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT and PCAT.
Buy Jewelry, Support UST Women’s Soccer Fundraiser
20 Sep 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
St. Thomas alumna and former soccer player Anna “Schlik” Vig ’05 is hosting the fundraiser and has pledged to donate 30 percent of all sales back to UST women’s soccer.
Make Plans for Family Weekend, Oct. 5-7
20 Sep 2012 by Dean of Students Office / No Comments
Enjoy favorite Family Weekend traditions, and special events and activities for 2012. Don’t miss the lecture and performance of longtime drummer for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, the legendary Max Weinberg.
Shuttle to Switch to Evening Schedule on Fridays by Dropping 5:40 p.m. Pickup on Minneapolis Campus
19 Sep 2012 by Parking and eXpress Card Services / No Comments
Effective Friday, Sept. 21, there will no longer be a 5:40 p.m. Friday shuttle bus from the Minneapolis campus to the St. Paul campus. This change will not affect other shuttle schedules already in place.
Friday Morning Parking: Lot G Closed, Street Parking Restricted
19 Sep 2012 by Parking and Transportation Services / No Comments
Lot G will be closed from 2 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21. In addition, there will be no parking along Cleveland Avenue from Laurel Avenue to Ashland Avenue.
Undergraduate Student Government Now Accepting Applications for Board of Trustees Liaisons
19 Sep 2012 by Undergraduate Student Government / No Comments
USG seeks applications for student liason positions in the Academic Affairs Committee, the Student Affairs Committee and the Financial Affairs Committee.
Anxiety In Teens Nonprofit Recruits BUSN200, Psychology, COJO Students
19 Sep 2012 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
The online mental health magazine Anxiety In Teens, geared toward youth and families, provides a chance to gain experience in social media marketing, event planning, journalism, working with kids, peer mentorship, and an opportunity to fulfill Business 200 credits. Talk to members of the organization at the BUSN200 Fair Thursday, Sept. 20.
IRT Announces Change Management Schedule for 2012-13
19 Sep 2012 by Information Resources and Technology / No Comments
Change management events allow IRT administrators to make important updates to the university’s servers and infrastructure.
Wanted: Proposals for Campus Sustainability Fund Projects
14 Sep 2012 by Aaron Macke, Campus Sustainability Fund Committee Member / No Comments
Members of the UST community, students, staff and faculty, are invited to submit a proposal for funds from the CSF. The fund is part of the university’s commitment to become climate neutral by 2035 as outlined by the UST Climate Action Plan.