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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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In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Rise of a K-Shaped Economy
Tyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Fortune about the growing divide in what economists call a K-shaped economy. Schipper highlights how long-standing structural patterns continue to widen the gap between higher and lower earners. From the article:The concept of a bifurcated economy has been baked into… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Rise of a K-Shaped Economy appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota’s Shrinking Tax Base
Tyler Schipper, an economics associate professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about concerns over Minnesota’s shrinking workforce and its impact on the state’s tax base. Schipper said a declining workforce could put pressure on income tax revenue and leave lawmakers weighing tough choices, such as cutting spending or raising taxes, as… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota’s Shrinking Tax Base appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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AI Isn’t Optional. Neither Is Critical Thinking, Says St. Thomas Professor
One way many people use artificial intelligence is also the least useful: Ask it to write something – a speech, a term paper or a corporate statement – and copy-paste whatever the chatbot kicks back into your document without much review. “You learn nothing,” said Tom Feeney, associate professor of philosophy in the College of… The post AI Isn’t Optional. Neither Is Critical Thinking, Says St. Thomas Professor appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Thomas Hickson on the Laurentian Divide
Thomas Hickson, professor of geology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, appeared on KSTP’s “Minnesota Live” to talk about the fascinating world of geology with a closer look at the Laurentian Divide. The divide, which runs through Minnesota, separates the Hudson Bay watershed to the north from the… The post In the News: Thomas Hickson on the Laurentian Divide appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.