Posts by Sandra Soliz, MLA '01 Soliz
50 Years: Doherty Library’s Golden Moments and Doherty Family Carries on Doherty Library Legacy
Doherty family members gathered in late March for a luncheon in their honor at the Link Lee Mansion to learn firsthand about the exciting upcoming renovations to UST’s Doherty Library. The library will celebrate its 50th anniversary in November.
Read MoreNews & Notables
Read a roundup of great news briefs on UST’s Esports Team winning the SCAC Showdown title; St. Thomas launches a pilot program for foster care youth; the University offers FREE tuition via its St. Thomas Promise Program. Read about these and more.
Read MoreHouston’s Scarlet Pimpernel
Pat Moran is a high-flying, well-grounded, risk-taking visionary. His loyal friendship and involvement has been critical in UST’s history and past capital campaigns. The world needs more friends like Pat Moran.
Read MoreA Million Dreams: The UST 75th Anniversary Gala Raises $2.4 Million
A million dreams do come true! To celebrate its 75th anniversary, the University of St. Thomas threw a spectacular gala and raised a record-breaking $2.4 million dollars for scholarships. R&B chart-toppers, Boyz II Men, gave a fantastic private performance.
Read MoreIconic Chapel Of St. Basil Turns 25
The one-of-a-kind Chapel of St. Basil celebrates 25 years. Designed by the renowned architect Philip Johnson, the unique holy place remains an inspirational landmark and serves as a beacon of the Catholic faith.
Read MoreGod’s Money
The Scanlan Foundation celebrates its 75th birthday and the enduring generosity of Lillian and Stella Scanlan. Born to a deeply faithful Irish Catholic father, the two youngest sisters left their inheritance to a foundation that bears their name.
Read MoreUnusual Gift, Extraordinary Giver
Extraordinary and forward-thinking giver, Fred Zeidman, has blessed UST with a gift that is similar to donating stock but with even “better tax advantages.” Learn about this SPAC, Good Works Acquisition Company, and its bitcoin mining company’s relationship to UST.
Read MoreNoble Work
Servant leadership is about inspired people doing noble work—the very best they have to offer. Laurence J. Payne ’72, received the inaugural Servant Leadership Award honoring his noble work in the community. He also celebrates 50 years as an alumnus.
Read MoreRising Stars
In this tech issue, read about two students participating in the Rising Stars program who are learning new skills in their internships with HP Inc. and Corva AI. Also, learn about the program and how you can support a student to realize the dream of a college education and future employment.
Read MoreMFA in Creative Writing
UST announces its newest program, the first of its kind MFA in Creative Writing. The program seeks to transform the life and spirit of contemporary literature, reviving the literary arts in our day. Read more about this online program founded by renowned Catholic writers.
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