The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the University of St. Thomas and home to 38 academic departments and programs.

Joined May 2016
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"We March for Justice" is more than a trip: it’s a transformative, week-long immersion into the history and ongoing work of the American Civil Rights Movement. Learn more and support their current campaign by June 20! ow.ly/eTO150Z914w
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This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday from the College of Arts and Sciences 🇺🇸 #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Spring semester officially in the books! We did it, Tommies. Enjoy the sunshine, the flowers, and the summer ahead. See you again at Tommieland 💜 #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Tyler Schipper, economics professor at @UofStThomasMN, spoke with KSTP about why gas prices vary across the metro, from crude oil costs to local competition and operating expenses. Read more: ow.ly/SM1k50YZOp4
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Happy Last Day of Classes, Tommies ☀️! Good luck with finals and don’t forget to enjoy Tommie Fest from 5 to 8:30 pm TODAY. #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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#TBT A look back at students of Professor John Keston at the Emerging Media Media Design Portfolio Show in the Schoenecker Center in St. Paul on May 20, 2025. #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Renee Buhr, professor of political science and international studies at @UofStThomasMN, spoke with WCCO Radio about Iran’s new leader and what it could mean for the escalation and longevity of the war. Read more: ow.ly/6Xe650YVcRo
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To the women who encourage, care for, and stand beside our Tommies through every season of life, thank you for all that you do. Happy Mother’s Day from the College of Arts and Sciences 💐 #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at @UofStThomasMN, spoke with WCCO-TV about how Iran-related strikes could affect gas prices in the global oil market. Read more: ow.ly/IOuG50YVcHe
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Shaherzad Ahmadi, associate professor of history at @UofStThomasMN, spoke with MPR News about the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict and what may come next. To learn more: ow.ly/469K50YVcEG
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#TBT A look back at Finding Forward with President Rob Vischer and Major Garrett in Woulfe Hall on April 21, 2026, on how media can serve the public interest amid polarization. #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at @UofStThomasMN, spoke with Fortune about the rise of a K-shaped economy and the widening gap between higher and lower earners. To learn more: ow.ly/cp3l50YVcAj
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Congratulations to David Davis, the Minnesota Teacher of the Year! “The future of public education can be meaningful, relevant and joyful when we trust students’ inherent brilliance, creativity and intrinsic motivation.” -- David Davis '19 MA educationminnesota.org/news/…
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Renee Buhr, professor of political science and international studies at @UofStThomasMN, spoke with WCCO Radio about the Iran conflict and rising tensions tied to its nuclear program. Read more: ow.ly/FF0K50YVcyr
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Dr. Timothy J. Pawl, philosophy professor at @UofStThomasMN, wrote in The Conversation about meekness as a virtue and how its historic meaning differs from weakness or passivity. Read more: ow.ly/wWaC50YVcwy
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Join us May 8 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in OSF Library 108 for the 50th anniversary of the Summit Avenue Review. Hear student writers, connect with editors, and celebrate this year’s prize winners. #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Happy Denim Day from the College of Arts and Sciences 💙! Today, we stand together in support of survivors and reaffirm our commitment to respect, safety, and accountability. #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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Join us on April 30 at 7 p.m. in OEC Auditorium for a conversation with Anthony Ray Hinton, featured in Just Mercy, as he reflects on justice, mercy, and the U.S. legal system alongside Dr. Yohuru Williams and Fr. Daniel Griffith. #UofStThomasMN #CollegeofArtsandSciences
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#TBT Celebrating Sustainability Week with a look back at Earth Day on April 22, 2023, when students joined a Mississippi River clean up in St. Paul.
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