Introducing President Rob Vischer
The Board of Trustees unanimously chose Rob Vischer as the 16th President of St. Thomas, following a nationwide search.
Schoenecker Center
Opening spring 2024, the Schoenecker Center will be the university's new central home for STEAM education. This first-of-its-kind space brings together the arts, sciences, engineering and innovation in one integrated facility, fueling unique experiential and collaborative experiences.
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
December 1, 2023
In the News: Dave Vang on the Recent Change in Gas Prices
Dave Vang, professor of finance at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with KSTP-TV about gas prices dropping and how long the lower prices could last. From the story: “It was kind of nice that the drop in prices happened before the Thanksgiving holiday,” says Dave Vang, a finance professor at… The post In the News: Dave Vang on the Recent Change in Gas Prices appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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December 1, 2023
In the News: Karen Howard on Access to Somali Music in Minnesota
Karen Howard, professor of music education at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with the Sahan Journal about access to Somali music resources in Minnesota. From the story: Howard, an associate professor of music education at the University of St. Thomas and the series editor for the World Music Initiative, said that local music… The post In the News: Karen Howard on Access to Somali Music in Minnesota appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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December 1, 2023
School of Education Supports ‘Super Readers’ in St. Paul
The School of Education at the University of St. Thomas played a key role in the recent East Side Learning Center (ESLC) event focused on the science of reading. The Creating Super Readers! event drew current and retired teachers, education students, and community members serving as ESLC tutors. School of Education interim Dean Dr. Amy… The post School of Education Supports ‘Super Readers’ in St. Paul appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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November 30, 2023
St. Thomas Celebrates Holiday Season With Tree Lighting
University of St. Thomas students, faculty and staff kicked off the holiday season Nov. 29 in the atrium of Anderson Student Center with the 27th annual holiday tree lighting ceremony. The event featured musical performances by Cadenza and The Summit Singers, as well as a special appearance by Santa Claus. President Rob Vischer and Tommie… The post St. Thomas Celebrates Holiday Season With Tree Lighting appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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November 29, 2023
University of St. Thomas Student Team Wins Actuarial Case Competition
A team of University of St. Thomas students, including two sophomores and one first-year student, recently won the Actuarial Case Competition hosted virtually by the University of Texas – Dallas on Nov. 3. The students won $2,250 in prize money. The winning team included Christian Eichers, Henry Brandt and Will Kroening. A second team from… The post University of St. Thomas Student Team Wins Actuarial Case Competition appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.