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In the dynamic and modern world, successful leaders have an open mind, exhibit empathy and navigate between the targeted goal and the big picture. In the College of Arts and Sciences, we teach our students to think in uncommon ways by educating them to dig into the complex factors at the root of today's most challenging problems. Our students have the smarts to change the world, but they need you to take them to the top.
By supporting the College of Arts & Sciences, you’ll facilitate powerful connections that can help create and enact social and economic change through research and community engagement programs. Your backing of our students and faculty will make the College of Arts and Sciences the go-to place for problem-solvers and innovators who are ready to tackle the world's biggest challenges.
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Jennifer Snyder
Our Funding Priorities



Study Abroad Scholarships
Study abroad is a transformative experience for students. While scholarships and financial aid can follow students across the ocean, these scholarships help bridge the gap and cover travel expenses, a common barrier for students traveling abroad.
ThreeSixty Journalism
ThreeSixty Journalism is an award-winning, immersive and inclusive multimedia and college success program for high school students. Supporting ThreeSixty Journalism facilitates pathways to higher education for traditionally underrepresented communities.
The Center for Irish Studies
The Center for Irish Studies enriches the dimensions of education at St. Thomas while affirming the many historic and contemporary bonds between the university, Ireland and the Irish-American community.
Around the College

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As a Reporter, Alumnus Helps to Amplify Voices
Levi Ismail ’12, ThreeSixty Scholar ’08 Investigative Reporter, WTVF NewsChannel 5 When Levi Ismail ’12 meets someone with a story, they’re not always ready to tell it. “There’s an audience out there that doesn’t feel like they are being taken seriously when it comes to the things happening in their communities,” said Ismail, who recently… The post As a Reporter, Alumnus Helps to Amplify Voices appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Greg Vandegrift Produces Story on Veterans Rowing Group
Emerging Media Professor Greg Vandegrift recently produced a KARE-TV Extra on a veteran-focused rowing group. Warriors Next Adventure, founded by Nick Rahn, is made up of Rahn and three other Air Force veterans, whose mission is to support other veterans with PTSD and other mental health issues. From the story: "Rahn, who is from St.… The post In the News: Greg Vandegrift Produces Story on Veterans Rowing Group appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Federal Reserve Rate Hikes
Economics Professor Tyler Schipper spoke with KARE 11 on the July 27 rate hike from the Federal Reserve. From the story: "It's big. I think there's no way to get around it, that this is the Fed going after inflation. I think there should be something maybe a little bit calming in that the Fed… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Federal Reserve Rate Hikes appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Graduating With Mayo Clinic in His Future
Marcus Nordquist's recent acceptance to the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Rochester marks a rare feat in St. Thomas history. Nordquist graduated in May with a degree in biology. Over the past four years, he has worked as a STEM mentor, was an Excel! Research Scholar, and conducted research with the University of… The post Graduating With Mayo Clinic in His Future appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
Contact Jennifer Snyder
Jennifer Snyder
Director of Development, College of Arts & Sciences
jsnyder@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6932