Photo Gallery

Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of our community and explore what it’s like to learn, connect and grow at St. Thomas. From innovative learning environments and state-of-the-art athletic facilities to cherished traditions and sacred spaces for faith, these images offer a closer look at the experiences that shape our community.

Academic Spaces

O'Shaughnessy Science Hall and Schoenecker Center buildings — O’Shaughnessy Science Hall and the Schoenecker Center are home to STEAM programs including engineering, music, emerging media, mathematics and computer science.

Students in a classroom talking with one another — Students in an O'Shaughnessy Educational Center classroom break into small discussion groups.

Exterior of the JRC building — The John Roach Center home to many liberal arts programs, along with the tutoring and writing support services.

Students studying in the OSF library — The O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library is the main library on our St. Paul campus.

Student giving a tour of the Facilities Lab — The Facilities and Design Center features student-oriented labs, 3D printing center, a laser engraver and more.

Exterior of the MCH building — McNeely Hall is the home to our Opus College of Business, our nationally recognized undergraduate business program.

Students sitting at desks in a classroom — DFC students in class at Opus Hall in Minneapolis.

John Roach Center exterior — Schulze Auditorium hosts student business plan competitions, pitch events, and presentations that showcase innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration across disciplines.

Nursing students stand with a fake patient — The Summit Classroom Building features simulation equipment  for hands-on experience.

Terrence Murphy Hall atrium with frescoes on the ceiling — The frescoes of Terrence Murphy Hall provide a beautiful view for students to enjoy in between classes.

Students on an auditorium stage moving around hula hoops — The Brady Educational Center serves our current student body with classrooms, lecture halls and an auditorium.

Terrance Murphy Hall exterior — Our Minneapolis campus is home to Opus College of Business, School of Law, School of Education, Graduate School of Professional Psychology and the Dougherty Family College.

Students working with their professor in a classroom lab — Students in class in the Schoenecker Center Materials Lab.

Campus Highlights

Lower Quad buildings on campus — The Lower Quad on the St. Paul campus.

Students walking up the spiral staircase in Anderson Student Center — The Anderson Student Center is the hub of student life on campus, with multiple dining options, Tommie Central, the Tommie Shop, Bowling and more.

Minneapolis campus and skyline — The Minneapolis campus is just steps away from the city.

Upper Quad of campus — The Upper Quad on the St. Paul campus.

Students walking through a skyway — Skyways connect several areas of the Minneapolis campus, allowing students to avoid the worst of bad weather.

Students stretching in the AARC — The Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex (AARC) invites all students to use the fitness facilities, indoor track, courts, and training equipment

The arches — The iconic arches welcome students to the St. Paul campus.

The Peace Garden — The Peace Garden offers is a quiet place to take a break between classes.

John Ireland statue with green trees behind it — A statue of St. Thomas founder, Archbishop John Ireland, adorns the Lower Quad.

Graduates toss their caps in the air during graduation commencement — The Lee and Penny Anderson Arena hosts commencement ceremonies and campus celebrations while serving as home to Tommie basketball and hockey.

A crowd stands near the Portal Icosahedron sculpture in the Schoenecker Center — Art is woven throughout campus with galleries, sculptures, and creative spaces including the John P. Monahan Gallery in the Schoenecker Center.

Live music at the Iversen Center for Faith — The Iversen Center for Faith is a gathering space for events such as the Campus Ministry Block Party featuring live music.

Students painting and creating in the create space — Flex your creative muscles in the create[space], filled with art supplies, sewing machines, puzzles and more.

Residence Halls and Dining

Students hold a scarf that says Go Tommies — Dowling Hall is located at the heart of North campus featuring units for first-year students.

Scooter's ordering window — Everything at Scooter’s is made to order and fully customizable.

Students sitting and talking in dorm room — Brady Hall is a first-year residence located on North Campus.

A chef preparing cubano sandwiches — Dining Services provides fresh meals for approximately 12,000 students, faculty, staff and visitors daily.

Food stations in the Northsider dining hall — Northsider is a residential dining venue that features forward-facing cooking, so diners can see the culinary team preparing food at each station.

T's dining venue — T's offers a convenient grab-and-go cafeteria setting with five delicious stations.

Students in Schoenecker Hall North studying — Schoenecker Hall North is a first-year residence hall that opened in the fall of 2020. The building also has a dining facility and classroom spaces on the first floor.

Students waiting outside of Steam Cafe — STEAM Café is a one-stop shop for coffee, sandwiches, wraps, salads and more.

Athletic Events

Basketball player with ball — Experience D-I athletics by watching a men or women's basketball game.

Hockey game — The newly built Lee and Penny Anderson Arena is home to hockey and basketball.

Softball players cheering in purple — Purple pride in the women's softball team dugout.

Caruso’s Crew wearing hard hats and flannel plaid — Help Caruso’s Crew cheer on the Tommies at football games.

Tommie mascot interacts with students — Join Tommie in hyping up the crowd!

Dance team performing — Catch the Dance Team at a sporting event.

Students cheering and smiling — The student section is the best place to watch the game with your fellow Tommies.

Football game — Experience the thrill of D-I athletics with men's Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Hockey, Soccer, Swimming and Diving, and Track and Field.

Womens volleyball team celebrating a win — St. Thomas has a great lineup of women's sports to follow. Watch Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball.

Lacrosse team playing — Club Sports are a great way to get involved at St. Thomas. These competitive student clubs compete against other colleges and universities at the club level.

Campus Traditions

Aerial shot of students walking through the arches — To start each school year, we welcome first-year students as they march through the St. Thomas Arches.

Students posing and smiling — Students celebrating on their first day of classes.

Students dancing in the dark with headphones on — Welcome Days brings new students together with a variety of activities, including late-night music and games.

Singer on a stage performs for a crowd — On the last day of classes in the spring, students can enjoy live music and food trucks at Tommie Fest.

Students posing with purple props — Homecoming features a variety of events for both students and alumni.

Family poses in a large inflatable chair — Family weekend brings Tommies of all ages together on campus.

Carolers sing in front of the large Christmas tree with purple ornaments — The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony kickstarts the holiday season at St Thomas.

Students posing together and smiling — The night before commencement, undergraduate seniors March Out of the Arches to mark the completion of their final year.

Student shaking hands at graduation ceremony — Commencement celebrates students finishing their final year and graduating from the university.

Student wearing a shirt that says Be Purple — Every Tuesday is Tommie Tuesday, and the St. Thomas community is encouraged to wear purple to show their Tommie Spirit.

Sacred Spaces

Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Iversen Center for Faith — The Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Iversen Center for Faith are the hubs for Catholic tradition on the St. Paul campus.

Mass being held in the chapel — Mass and Reconciliation are celebrated at the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas throughout the week.

Albertus Magnus chapel — Located in Sitzmann Hall, home of Catholic Studies, the Albertus Magnus Chapel is dedicated to St. Albertus Magnus.

Koch Adoration chapel — The Koch Adoration Chapel is located in Koch Commons,

Chapel of St. Thomas More — Located on the Minneapolis campus, the Chapel of St. Thomas More is a space for prayer and worship for the university community.

St. Mary's chapel — St. Mary’s Chapel is the heart of the Saint Paul Seminary and School of Divinity.

St John Vianney seminary chapel — Located in the Saint John Vianney College Seminary building, the Chapel offers a sacred space for the daily liturgical life of the college seminary community.

Fall

ASC building with fall trees out front

Aquinas Hall beneath yellow trees

OSF library with fall trees

Minneapolis campus in fall

Aerial of St Paul campus in fall

Winter

Snow coming down in front of the Chapel

Holiday lights in front of the arches

Snow on top of trees and covering the ground

Aerial of St Paul campus with snow on the ground and buildings

Snow on the Minneapolis campus

Spring

Flowers and fountain in front of ASC

Students studying outside

Tulips in front of Tommie North

Pink trees in front of the arches

Pink cherry blossom trees