CAS Strategic Plan
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College of Arts & Sciences News
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Leila Renee's Literary Fiction Published by Amistad
Leila Renee, assistant professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, had her novel "Soft Spots" published Aug. 4 by Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishing. "If there's a book you want to read, then you should write the book," said Renee, who cited her favorite author… The post Leila Renee's Literary Fiction Published by Amistad appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Father Nathan Hastings Named St. Thomas Chaplain
Father Nathan Hastings '15, '20 MDiv will join the University of St. Thomas as a full-time chaplain on Aug. 1. He was ordained to the priesthood after completing formation at the Saint Paul Seminary in 2020. He received his bachelor's degree from St. Thomas while studying at Saint John Vianney Seminary. Hastings was an associate… The post Father Nathan Hastings Named St. Thomas Chaplain appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Confidence by Generation
Tyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Marketplace about why younger Americans remain more optimistic about the economy than older generations. Schipper explained how younger workers often view economic uncertainty differently because they have more time to adapt, build skills and benefit from future opportunities. From… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Confidence by Generation appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Audra Nuru on Navigating Your 30s
Audra Nuru, a professor of communication and family studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about the experiences and expectations many people face in their 30s. Nuru discussed how this stage of adulthood often includes major life transitions, shifting priorities and societal pressure to… The post In the News: Audra Nuru on Navigating Your 30s appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.