Giving Opportunities
The Heart and Soul Dinner Celebrating Extraordinary Giving
The Heart & Soul Dinner Celebrating Extraordinary Giving honored the Major Giving Society and the Lillian & Stella Scanlan Society. A special spotlight illuminated the significant growth of the Athletics program thanks to the generosity of several impactful donors.
Read MoreThe Kolbe Connection
The graduation of 19 students from The Kolbe School of Innovation and Professional Studies is a shared triumph and a history-making hero story – a tale that prompts cheers and tears…
Read MoreThe President’s Circle
Gifts made to the University at the President’s Circle levels — $1,000/yearly and above — are paramount to intentionally cultivating a campus that is as diverse and vibrant as the tapestry of the City of Houston itself. Learn more about these devoted benefactors.
Read MoreLighting the Way
The Center for Thomistic Studies continues to remain the only graduate philosophy program in North America exclusively devoted to studying the thought of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Thomistic tradition. Lighting the way as a source and guide for renewal of Catholic philosophy in the contemporary world are the Center’s distinguished faculty along with its graduate students.
Read MoreExperiencing the Spirit
UST President Richard Ludwick and First Lady Melynda led a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to France and Germany culminating in the Bavarian Village of Oberammergau to witness the Passion Play performed every 10 years since 1634. Traveler Michael Marcon, MAPS ’13, shares miracles and graces he experienced along the way. Journey with him.
Read MoreUST Prepares New Strategic Vision
“Greater Things,” our new strategic vision rolls out in fall 2020. See how it provides both a foundation and a roadmap.
Read MoreTwo Saints & A Taco Tasting
The University Alumni Association’s 2022 Two Saints & a Taco Tasting uses mouthwatering delights as the launchpad for all kinds of fun at its popular annual scholarship fundraiser. Learn about this year’s merrymaking event and how to buy tickets now.
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 MoreMiracles and Milestones Describe UST’s 75 Years
Founders’ Week, dubbed Miracles and Milestones, was full of fun and festivities. We celebrated the remarkable success of the Rising Stars Internship Program; had our biggest Giving Day ever; and UST recognized the 10th anniversary of its extraordinary re-established Peavy School of Nursing.
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.
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