Student Stories
It’s Official UST to DIII
It is official! UST’s emergence as a full member in the NCAA Division III has energized the campus. Read about Athletics’ journey from one sport in 2006 to 19 sports today with more than 300 student athletes. And the program is growing.
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 MorePowered by Engineering
Students majoring in engineering now have four degree paths, state-of-the-art facilities, success coaches and scholarships thanks to generous donors, grants and the hard work of many, including Dr. Birgit Mellis. Two spring 2023 engineering students are celebrating job offers upon graduation.
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 MoreA note of wisdom
Students in their caps and gowns listened intently to their once-in-a-lifetime program. The keynote speaker for the 2022 University of St. Thomas-Houston Commencement was the commanding Grammy Award® winner Ana María Martínez. Read about this unforgettable day.
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 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 MoreMax Studios Presents Agape & Eros
UST MAX Studios explores romance in the age of tech with its new Agape and Eros podcast. Learn how love, relationships and digital courtship in the 21st century can be complicated. The show explores how Catholic Christians live out relational love in our culture.
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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