Introducing President Rob Vischer
The Board of Trustees unanimously chose Rob Vischer as the 16th President of St. Thomas, following a nationwide search.
Schoenecker Center
Opening spring 2024, the Schoenecker Center will be the university's new central home for STEAM education. This first-of-its-kind space brings together the arts, sciences, engineering and innovation in one integrated facility, fueling unique experiential and collaborative experiences.
Visit Campus
Meet with an admissions counselor, tour campus or join us for an event. We have many ways to explore campus - both virtually and in-person.
St. Thomas is a Best Value in Education
When it comes to academic quality, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Thomas a top value in Minnesota, and one of the best values in the nation.
Higher education with a higher calling
Educating morally responsible leaders who advance the common good.
Academics
With eight schools and colleges, St. Thomas offers a comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate options.
Our two-year college, Dougherty Family College, is for students who want to obtain a four-year college degree. They receive financial, academic and professional support on the way to their goals.
All students can participate in Study Abroad, Research, and Internship opportunities, and access the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, which helps spread the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation across campus.
Rob Vischer and the Office of the President
Our Mission
Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.
97%
of Tommies are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
100%
of classes are taught by faculty (not teaching assistants)
55+
graduate programs
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At St. Thomas we believe diversity, equity and inclusion are indispensable to academic excellence and the holistic development of our students. Our university community includes and welcomes ALL people.
Visit Our Campuses
With one campus along the Mississippi River in St. Paul, a second campus in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, and a third campus in Rome, St. Thomas offers an urban experience with lots of greenery thrown in. But you can't believe everything you read on the internet. So come to campus and see it all for yourself.
Featured Priorities
New Schoenecker Center
Opening in 2024 with over 130,000 square feet, the Schoenecker Center will help St. Thomas meet the rapidly evolving needs of the community and employers by enabling collaborative, interdisciplinary education that incorporates diverse viewpoints into students’ work.
Collaborative Learning School
Starting in Fall 2023, the School of Education will partner with Saint Paul Public Schools’ Maxfield Elementary to form a Collaborative Learning School. Through an embedded classroom and year-long placements, this immersive experience will remove the gap between classroom learning and working in the field.
Racial Justice Initiative
The Racial Justice Initiative, led by Dr. Yohuru Williams, facilitates research, explores opportunities for community engagement, and sponsors critical conversations focused on history, race, and obstacles to progress, with a strong focus on the external community.
News from St. Thomas
September 25, 2023
In the News: University of St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research to Expand Following Funding
Mahmoud Kabalan, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering and director of the Center for Microgrid Research, and Don Weinkauf, dean of the School of Engineering, recently spoke with Energy News Network about how state and federal funding will be used to expand the university’s microgrid research. From the story: The University… The post In the News: University of St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research to Expand Following Funding appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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September 25, 2023
In the News: Schulze School of Entrepreneurship Student Yubi Hassan Featured on FOX 9
Yubi Hassan, a senior at the University of St. Thomas Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, recently spoke with FOX 9 about his latest business venture, Blue Horn Tea, based on his grandmother’s Somalian recipe. From the story: Now Hassan has his sights set on a new venture in Blue Horn Tea, selling his grandmother’s recipe. “The… The post In the News: Schulze School of Entrepreneurship Student Yubi Hassan Featured on FOX 9 appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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September 21, 2023
Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing Names New Executive Director
The University of St. Thomas has named Dr. Annette Hines as the new executive director of the Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing. Hines joins St. Thomas from Queens University of Charlotte in North Carolina, where she has served as faculty member since 2000 and as director of the Presbyterian School of Nursing since 2019.… The post Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing Names New Executive Director appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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September 20, 2023
In the News: Patricia Conde-Brooks on Hispanic Heritage Month
Patricia Conde-Brooks, executive director of campus inclusion and community at the University of St. Thomas, recently joined WCCO Radio to talk about the importance of inclusion as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. From the story: “Latinos are here to stay in Minnesota. Right now, we make up about 6% of the population in the state… The post In the News: Patricia Conde-Brooks on Hispanic Heritage Month appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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September 20, 2023
In the News: Rachel Moran on Investigation Into Fatal Shooting by Minnesota State Trooper
Rachel Moran, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with KSTP-TV about the fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II and Minnesota State Patrol employees’ refusal to cooperate in the investigation. From the story: As for Moriarty’s decision to share her feelings about the investigation, a law professor with the University… The post In the News: Rachel Moran on Investigation Into Fatal Shooting by Minnesota State Trooper appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.