Introducing President Rob Vischer
The Board of Trustees unanimously chose Rob Vischer as the 16th President of St. Thomas, following a nationwide search.
Lee and Penny Anderson Arena
The new home for Tommies hockey and basketball is made possible by a record-breaking, $75 million gift, further elevating the university as a leading Division I national Catholic university
Visit Campus
Meet with an admissions counselor, tour campus or join us for an event. We have many ways to explore campus - both virtually and in-person.
St. Thomas is a Best Value in Education
When it comes to academic quality, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Thomas a top value in Minnesota, and one of the best values in the nation.
Higher education with a higher calling
Educating morally responsible leaders who advance the common good.
Academics
With eight schools and colleges, St. Thomas offers a comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate options.
Our two-year college, Dougherty Family College, is for students who want to obtain a four-year college degree. They receive financial, academic and professional support on the way to their goals.
All students can participate in Study Abroad, Research, and Internship opportunities, and access the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, which helps spread the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation across campus.
Rob Vischer and the Office of the President
Our Mission
Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.
97%
of Tommies are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
100%
of classes are taught by faculty (not teaching assistants)
55+
graduate programs
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At St. Thomas we believe diversity, equity and inclusion are indispensable to academic excellence and the holistic development of our students. Our university community includes and welcomes ALL people.
Visit Our Campuses
With one campus along the Mississippi River in St. Paul, a second campus in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, and a third campus in Rome, St. Thomas offers an urban experience with lots of greenery thrown in. But you can't believe everything you read on the internet. So come to campus and see it all for yourself.
Featured Priorities
New Schoenecker Center
Opening in 2024 with over 130,000 square feet, the Schoenecker Center will help St. Thomas meet the rapidly evolving needs of the community and employers by enabling collaborative, interdisciplinary education that incorporates diverse viewpoints into students’ work.
Collaborative Learning School
Starting in Fall 2023, the School of Education will partner with Saint Paul Public Schools’ Maxfield Elementary to form a Collaborative Learning School. Through an embedded classroom and year-long placements, this immersive experience will remove the gap between classroom learning and working in the field.
Racial Justice Initiative
The Racial Justice Initiative, led by Dr. Yohuru Williams, facilitates research, explores opportunities for community engagement, and sponsors critical conversations focused on history, race, and obstacles to progress, with a strong focus on the external community.
News from St. Thomas
In the News: Artika Tyner Recognized During Black History Month as an Influential Leader
University of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Artika Tyner was recently featured as one of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 200 Black leaders in the Twin Cities. From the story: To commemorate Black History Month, the Business Journal is celebrating 200 Black leaders in the Twin Cities region. Editors of the Business Journal, helped… The post In the News: Artika Tyner Recognized During Black History Month as an Influential Leader appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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First Friday: Words of Wisdom From the Entrepreneurial Journey
The First Friday Speaker Series returned as an in-person event Feb. 3, with attendees braving a frigid evening to hear what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur from two St. Thomas alumni. Schulze School of Entrepreneurship Associate Dean Sheneeta White moderated the conversation between Jazz Hampton ’12, ’15 J.D., CEO and general counsel at… The post First Friday: Words of Wisdom From the Entrepreneurial Journey appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In Our Prayers: Pat Nemo
Please remember in your prayers Pat Nemo, the former editor of St. Thomas magazine. Nemo passed away on Feb. 1 at the age of 80. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. John G. Nemo ’64; parents, Michael and Margaret Kenny; and brother, John Kenny. Nemo is survived by her children, Jennifer ’92,… The post In Our Prayers: Pat Nemo appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Tales from the Archives: Celebrating Black History and Culture at St. Thomas
This February, St. Thomas is hosting a variety of events to celebrate Black History Month, continuing a tradition of honoring Black history and culture on campus. One of the first programs of this type was the 1970 Black Symposium. Sponsored by the college’s Human Relations Committee (a joint faculty and student committee committed to improving… The post Tales from the Archives: Celebrating Black History and Culture at St. Thomas appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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New Mural in AARC Depicts St. Thomas Athletics Timeline
Milestones in the history of athletics at the University of St. Thomas, including its unprecedented leap to Division I college athletics, are now on permanent display in the Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex (AARC). The mural, titled “Flight Path to Division One,” is one aspect of St. Thomas Athletics’ partnership with Wings Financial Credit Union.… The post New Mural in AARC Depicts St. Thomas Athletics Timeline appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.