notices
For Students
Like Tea? Make Your Own on March 18
15 Mar 2013 by Kelly Engebretson '99 M.A. / No Comments
Instructions, spices and supplies will be provided by the Wellness Center.
Theology Night Live Presents Roundtable Discussion of Rediscover Catholicism March 20
14 Mar 2013 by Tom Couillard '75 / No Comments
Theology Night Live is an opportunity for students to have an open dialogue with professors in their areas of expertise.
Nominations Sought for Gregory Marzolf Jr. Award and Scholarship
13 Mar 2013 by Dean of Students Office / No Comments
The annual award and scholarship recognizes an outstanding UST commuter student. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, March 22.
Have You Completed the Campus Climate Survey?
13 Mar 2013 by Office of Institutional Effectiveness / No Comments
Those who complete the survey will be eligible to win one of 10 $100 Amazon.com gift cards.
Three Faculty Earn Tenure; 11 Faculty Earn Tenure With Promotion
11 Mar 2013 by Dr. Susan Huber, Executive vice president and chief academic officer / No Comments
Dr. Susan Huber, executive vice president and chief academic officer, announces the faculty members who have been granted tenure or tenure with promotion.
Students: Present Academic Work at ‘Cities in Common’ Symposium April 22
08 Mar 2013 by Virginia Lyons / No Comments
Students of all majors are invited to participate. Proposals are due by Friday, March 15.
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.
Register Now for Late Spring Intramurals
08 Mar 2013 by UST Intramural Sports / No Comments
Get your intramural game on for Co-ed Soccer (new format, no keepers, PUG goals), Co-ed Softball, 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament (men’s and co-ed divisions; winners advance to Target Center), Bean Bags, Co-ed Kickball, Sand Volleyball and Tennis. Registration closes March 22.
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.
Student Alumni Council Recruits Members for 2013-14
07 Mar 2013 by Alumni and Constituent Relations / No Comments
The council organizes many events and programs, including: Homecoming, Community Cleanup, Senior Banquet, Take a Tommie to Lunch, Student-Alumni Mentoring and Alumni Reflections.
Applications due March 22 for Malevich Student Leadership Scholarship
06 Mar 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Scholarship criteria include leadership, volunteerism and academics.
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.
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.
Center for Writing Looking for Undergraduate Peer Consultants
28 Feb 2013 by Virginia Lyons / No Comments
Students of any major can gain skills this fall that will impress graduate programs and employers. The application deadline is March 15.
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.
Sociology and Criminal Justice Majors, Minors: Applications Accepted for Gessner Memorial Scholarship
27 Feb 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Application forms and essays are due by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 13.
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.
Positions Available on Up ’til Dawn Executive Board
21 Feb 2013 by St. Thomas Newsroom / No Comments
Students are invited to apply. Open posts include: assistant director and chairs of catering, finance, and communications, as well as two spots open for public relations chairs.
Body Image Awareness Week Begins Feb. 25
21 Feb 2013 by Wellness Center / No Comments
Events will be held on campus throughout the week to recognize issues and provide information concerning body image.
Major Exploration Day Set for Feb. 28
21 Feb 2013 by Academic Counseling and Support / No Comments
Students will be invited to meet with a career specialist and/or academic counselor at this informal event, and may visit with a number of faculty members to learn about specific majors and minors.