Faculty Accolades
JPII Institute Gains Momentum
UST’s new JPII Institute offers the only program of its kind focusing on John Paul II in the context of Polish history and culture. With Dr. Ewa Thompson’s transformational gift, the Institute will expand its offerings.
Read MoreThe Sum of Empowerment
UST Math Professor Margaret “Maggie” Hutchinson’s legacy lives on through the generosity of family. Their charitable gifts of stock — both worth $100,000, for a total of $200,000 — establish two new endowed scholarship funds for students in STEM fields, especially women.
Read MoreAnthony Carona is a Man on a Mission
Anthony Carona had his life mapped out since middle school. But once on his path, he discovered he wasn’t happy. So, he moved a long-held thought of becoming a doctor front and center. Follow Carona on his journey to honor this true calling for medicine and make UST’s Post-Bac Pre-Health Professionals Program his first step on a new path.
Read MoreA New Basilian: Rivera Answers God’s Call
The Rev. Eduardo Rivera ’14, CSB, discovered his vocation to the priesthood “a little bit at a time.” His May 23rd ordination served as a beacon of hope and joy for the Basilian and UST communities against the background of coronavirus.
Read MoreHouser Receives Prestigious Aquinas Medal in Philosophy
Dr. R. E. Houser, UST professor emeritus, earned one of the highest honors in the field of philosophy, the Aquinas Medal, in November. The American Catholic Philosophical Association bestowed the medal on Houser at its annual meeting held in Dallas.
Read MoreCleaning Up Sex Trafficking with Chemistry
Students worked under the tutelage of Dr. Crystal Young, assistant professor of chemistry, developed formulas for liquid soaps and bath bombs to help combat sex trafficking in Houston.
Read More1952 Alumna Archives the Story of UST
A large room on the second floor of Doherty Library contains a treasure trove of University of St. Thomas history, and the most valuable asset of all: 88-63r-old “Miss Betty” Louis Koenig Fischer, ’52, MRE ’91, official archivist.
Read MoreMan & Machine: The Human Element to Big Data
Our relationship with technology is pervasive and powerful. UST computer scientist Dr. Carlos Monroy counsels us to understand technology’s potential dangers so we can enjoy its vast benefits without fear.
Read MoreDoubling Down on Innovation
Business Dean Beena George cements the University’s dedication to create a culture of innovation by applying business acumen in her new role as UST’s first chief innovation officer.
Read MoreCelebrating Excellence
Three outstanding professors received the 2018 faculty excellence award in teaching, service and research. Also faculty accolades go to professors in chemistry, communications and accounting.
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