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College of
Arts and Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota is home to departments, programs, centers and institutes that span the arts, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences and humanities. The College provides an outstanding liberal arts education that prepares students for successful careers and lives of purpose.
CAS Strategic Plan
In August 2024, the College of Arts and Sciences began the process of developing a strategic plan through meaningful stakeholder engagement. We sought to set clear priorities and ambitious — yet achievable — goals, culminating in a plan that articulates a compelling 5-10 year vision for the college.
CAS: Uniquely Transformative
Get a sense of how the College of Arts & Sciences uses a blend of disciplines (including history, math, sciences, music, film, creative enterprise, economics, ethics, English, modern & classical languages, theology, and philosophy) to Change All Students.
College of Arts & Sciences News
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Paola Ehrmantraut Named Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at St. Thomas
Dr. Paola Ehrmantraut has been appointed as Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at the University of St. Thomas, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Ehrmantraut currently serves as Endowed Chair in the Humanities, director of the MA in Diversity Leadership, and associate professor of Spanish. She brings to this role a distinguished record of academic leadership, curricular… The post Paola Ehrmantraut Named Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at St. Thomas appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Why Jobs Growth May Be Stalling
Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, was quoted in a CNN analysis examining how delayed and bundled jobs data could shape understanding of the U.S. labor market as the government resumes releasing key economic indicators after the shutdown. From the article: The November jobs report is landing at an odd… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Why Jobs Growth May Be Stalling appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Tune In: St. Thomas Christmas Concert Airs on Public Television
Choral and instrumental musicians from the University of St. Thomas take center stage in the 38th annual St. Thomas Christmas Concert, which will air on Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) from Dec. 23-25 and will be shared with public television affiliates nationwide. Titled "A St. Thomas Christmas: Love Divine," the concert with nearly 300 student… The post Tune In: St. Thomas Christmas Concert Airs on Public Television appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on What Really Drives Today’s Affordability Challenges
Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CNN about why neither President Donald Trump nor former President Joe Biden is solely responsible for the affordability challenges facing Americans. Schipper noted that broader market forces, global disruptions, and long-term structural issues play a far greater role in shaping prices… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on What Really Drives Today’s Affordability Challenges appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.