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2008-2009 Application Information
The University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minn., will offer two
full-tuition scholarships and four $4,000 scholarships to top candidates who
intend to pursue degrees in the sciences, mathematics or engineering starting
in fall 2008.
Eligibility:
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Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
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Applicants must be
high school seniors during the 2007-2008 school year.
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Applicants must submit (by
Nov. 30, 2007) a completed
application to enroll as an undergraduate at St. Thomas.
Requirements:
Scholarship recipients must major in one of nine undergraduate academic
areas: actuarial science, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, engineering,
geology, mathematics, physics or quantitative methods and computer science.
Recipients must maintain a 3.5 GPA to renew their scholarships.
Scholarships may be renewed for three years.
Application Process:
Applicants must submit a scholarship application, an essay, and a written evaluation from a teacher.
In addition, all scholarship applicants must submit a complete
application for undergraduate admission to the university.
Important Dates:
Postmarked deadline for scholarship applications
Jan. 12, 2008:
Scholarship Day at the University of St. Thomas
Selected applicants and their parents will be invited to the
University of St. Thomas on Scholarship Day, Saturday, Jan.
12, 2008,
to tour the campus, visit the Frey Science and Engineering Center,
meet faculty and staff and take tests in mathematics and the natural
sciences
February 2008
Finalists will be selected and asked to interview with the scholarship
committee.
From these finalists, recipients will be chosen.
Feb. 16, 2008:
Interviews of finalists, by committee
March 2008:
Announcement of two full-tuition and four $4,000 scholarships
May 2, 2008:
Deadline for acceptance of all scholarships
For further information:
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1-800-328-6819
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OWS 390
2115 Summit Avenue
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN 55105 |
Frey Science and Engineering Center
The Frey Science and Engineering Center,
a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility, opened at the University of St.
Thomas in September 1997 with 210,000 square feet of classroom, laboratory and
office space at a cost of $37 million. Located on Summit Avenue a block east of
the scenic Mississippi River bluffs, the center is comprised of O'Shaughnessy
Science Hall and Owens Science Hall.
The center serves as a landmark gateway to St. Thomas' south campus; the
buildings' Collegiate Gothic design and golden Mankato Kasota stone exterior
provide a strong architectural link to the university's main campus immediately to
the northeast. Designed to be as beautiful as it is functional, the
center features landscaped courtyards, outdoor sculptures, hand-chiseled signage,
and a backlit tower window in stained glass; inside are commissioned paintings and
unique terrazzo floor patterns inspired by the Book of Genesis.
- The 90,000-square-foot O'Shaughnessy Science Hall is home to the
undergraduate geology, engineering, mathematics and quantitative
methods-computer science departments, and the graduate programs in software
and manufacturing systems and engineering.
- The 120,000-square-foot Owens Science Hall houses the undergraduate
biology, chemistry and physics departments and their laboratories. In addition
to the 3M Auditorium, the hall includes a 2,800-square-foot greenhouse and
support area.
The University of St. Thomas and the Division of Sciences and Mathematics
invite you to visit the campus, tour the Frey center and explore the possibilities
of joining our team of scientists as they use their new facility to head into the
next century.
Departments in the Division of
Sciences and Mathematics
Department of Biology
Biology at St. Thomas emphasizes the process of science: asking questions,
developing ways of answering those questions and critically evaluating the results
of these studies. Spacious new teaching and research facilities offer students the
opportunity to use state-of-the-art equipment in both laboratory-based courses and
independent research projects. The goal is to prepare students to contribute to
this rapidly advancing science. Students also may pursue a degree in
biochemistry through a cooperative program with the Department of Chemistry.
Department of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at St. Thomas ranks highly among private colleges
in the United States. Their program, which is approved by the American Chemical
Society, offers flexible choices for students interested in a wide variety of
careers. Post-graduation options for chemistry majors include chemistry graduate
school, law school, medical school and employment in chemical industry, secondary
education and business fields. The graduates are well prepared by courses that
provide hands-on experience with sophisticated modern instrumentation and
departmental computation facilities. Nearly two-thirds of graduating chemistry
majors have worked on a research project with a faculty member; many of these
students have presented their research results at national meetings.
Students also may pursue a degree in biochemistry through a cooperative program
with the Department of Biology.
School of Engineering
The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and the Bachelor of
Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) are offered at St. Thomas through the
School of Engineering. The engineering programs at St. Thomas combine
rigorous science and engineering coursework with hands-on design and laboratory
experience. Courses focus on practical application of fundamental
principles. The engineering programs develop the student’s teamwork and
communications skills while providing comprehensive understanding of the
application of engineering in industry. The curriculum is designed to
prepare the student for an engineering position in industry or advanced study in
graduate school. The BSME and BSEE degree programs are accredited by the
Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for
Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Department of Geology
The Department of Geology at St. Thomas is committed to providing a solid
foundation in the earth sciences, allowing students to explore their specific
interests, and emphasizing the strong linkages between geology and our everyday
lives. The department offers a variety of courses basic to an undergraduate
geology curriculum, as well as research and field trip opportunities. The
aims of the Department of Geology are to provide a major program for students who
will continue their study of geology in graduate school, to prepare students to
teach earth science at the secondary level, and to permit interested students to
broaden their liberal arts education. The geology degree also effectively
lays the groundwork for careers in environmental law and consulting.
Department of Mathematics
Faculty in the department recognize both the inherent beauty in the discipline
and the many areas of practical application of mathematics. The Mathematics
Resource Center (MaRC) provides placement advising, testing and tutoring. The
Center for Applied Mathematics (CAM) provides the opportunity to use mathematics
in the solution of real-world problems for business, industry and government. The
new actuarial science major leads to a B.S. degree. Many internship
opportunities are available in the actuarial field to qualified students.
Department of Physics
Physics majors learn the fundamental laws that drive the universe, from the
smallest subatomic particle to the largest galaxies to the very structure of space
and time. Emphasis is placed on general understanding and the communication skills
essential for success in a career grounded in science. In the laboratory, students
use state-of-the-art instrumentation. Students are encouraged to participate in
research projects during the school year and the summer. The goal is to develop
students to take on the complex problems the "real-world" offers in research,
industry and teaching.
Department of Quantitative Methods and Computer Science
This major is a unique combination of related disciplines. Computer science
includes the foundation elements of programming, algorithms, data structures,
computer architecture and networking. Information systems emphasize system design,
database design and the user-designer interaction. Quantitative methods includes
applied statistics, operations research, numerical analysis and significant
computer application. Graduates work in computer-related areas and may continue
with graduate school, including the Graduate Programs in Software (GPS) at St.
Thomas. Increasing opportunities are available in multimedia, telecommunication,
networking and World Wide Web applications. |
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Division of Sciences and
Mathematics
University of St. Thomas
Mail OWS 390
2115 Summit Av.
St. Paul, MN
55105-1080
The completed application
must be postmarked by Friday, Nov. 30, 2007, to be considered.
2008-09 Application
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