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Partner with the College of Arts & Sciences
The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of St. Thomas strives to improve the community by creating lasting partnerships between organizations and our community of scholars.
Working alongside our partners, we tackle real-world problems by leveraging the knowledge and expertise of our faculty and students. From investigating the importance of community identity through urban art to rethinking how we approach sustainability, our scholars can help your organization make positive change in the community. We also provide access to a rich student pool for internship and employment opportunities.
How You Can Partner With Us
Partnerships with Local Organizations
The College of Arts & Sciences has many ways for students, faculty and local organizations to address real-world issues. Our interdisciplinary teams bring their academic research lenses to solve problems in the community. Our recent partnerships have included the YWCA of St. Paul, Midway Murals, St. Peter Claver Catholic School, Metro Transit and PLACE.
Faculty Research
Your organization can partner with our faculty on research that creates positive change in the world. In the past, our community partners have worked with faculty on research that ranges from determining the economic feasibility of implementing sustainable technology to using predictive modeling to control the spread of chronic wasting disease in deer.
Internships
Students in the College of Arts & Sciences are equipped with the practical skills and academic knowledge they need to take on a diverse array of projects in the modern workplace. Students have interned with organizations such as Delta Airlines, Medtronic, Target, Merrill Lynch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and more.
Contact Information for Community Partners
Questions? Please feel free to reach out to us if you want to learn more about partnering with the College of Arts & Sciences.
Kris Wammer
Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
khwammer@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6004
Partnerships with Local Organizations
The College of Arts & Sciences has many ways for students, faculty and local organizations to address real-world issues. Our interdisciplinary teams bring their academic research lenses to solve problems in the community. Our recent partnerships have included the YWCA of St. Paul, Midway Murals, St. Peter Claver Catholic School, Metro Transit and PLACE.
Faculty Research
Your organization can partner with our faculty on research that creates positive change in the world. In the past, our community partners have worked with faculty on research that ranges from determining the economic feasibility of implementing sustainable technology to using predictive modeling to control the spread of chronic wasting disease in deer.
Internships
Students in the College of Arts & Sciences are equipped with the practical skills and academic knowledge they need to take on a diverse array of projects in the modern workplace. Students have interned with organizations such as Delta Airlines, Medtronic, Target, Merrill Lynch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and more.
Contact Information for Community Partners
Questions? Please feel free to reach out to us if you want to learn more about partnering with the College of Arts & Sciences.
Kris Wammer
Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
khwammer@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6004
50%+
Over half of our students have had at least one internship prior to graduating
Career Development Center
The Career Development Center serves students and alumni with their vocational and career learning. They are here to continue supporting students after graduation with a variety of services such as Hire a Tommie.
Employer Services
The Career Development Center can help your company connect with current students and alumni in through on- and off-campus interviews, tours, job shadows, posting jobs and more.
Employer Resources
Companies and recruiters also have access to information such as institutional enrollment, salary data for recent graduates and frequently asked questions from other employers.
News from the College of Arts & Sciences
In the News: Audra Nuru on Meaningful Communication
Audra Nuru, professor of communication and family studies at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Time magazine about how the common greeting “How are you?” has lost much of its meaning in everyday interactions. Nuru said the phrase has become more of a social habit than a genuine question. From the article:Many people are… The post In the News: Audra Nuru on Meaningful Communication appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Student Innovators Turn Ideas into Winning Ventures at St. Thomas
Three University of St. Thomas students began speaking at the same time, their voices overlapping until the business competition judges could no longer understand what they were saying. The confusion was intentional. Teammates Sam Mahannah ’26, Ilham Mohamud ’26 and Breanna Ranglall ’26 simulated someone experiencing a traumatic brain injury. The moment of chaos illustrated… The post Student Innovators Turn Ideas into Winning Ventures at St. Thomas appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Ripple Effects of Iran War
Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, spoke with KSTP about the economic ripple effects of the conflict involving Iran and disruptions to global oil shipping. Schipper said the disruption is unlikely to cause a recession, though it may put additional pressure on everyday costs… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Ripple Effects of Iran War appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Iran War Impact on Gas Prices
Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke to media outlets on the increase in gas prices and the effect the Iran war will have on overall inflation and the economy. From KARE 11: The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the consumer price… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Iran War Impact on Gas Prices appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Renee Buhr on Longevity of the Iran War
Renee Buhr, professor of political science and international studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio about Iran’s new leader and how that affects the escalation and longevity of the war in the Middle East. From the conversation: Vineeta Sawkar: Give us a little bit… The post In the News: Renee Buhr on Longevity of the Iran War appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.