In the fourth “Life in Isolation” feature, Columnist Kayla Mayer discusses how she has gone from resenting the current situation, to embracing all the positive things she can get from it.
Minnesota and the Twin Cities metropolitan area is in the midst of a housing crisis. Columnist Zaid Khan argues the issue has been exacerbated in part to the COVID-19 pandemic and its negative effects on the already burgeoning issue of housing markets and homelessness.
A Twin Cities-based program, “On Stage,” started by Lucas Erickson three years ago, aims to get more college students involved in live theater and make it relevant to younger audiences. University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker has the story.
The new Iverson Center for Faith’s outdoor plaza will feature a 7.8-by-5.8-foot sculpture of St. Thomas Aquinas created by Christian artist Timothy Schmalz. The sculpture is anticipated to be installed by the end of August, in time for the new academic year. Reporter Annie Terry has the story.
Brian Sweeney, who markets himself as MN Announcer Guy and also goes by Announcer Guy Brian on his business card, has announced nearly 600 games, varying from sport, division level and gender. He has announced for Tommie men’s hockey since 2016. Reporter Burke Spizale has the story.
A decision on whether St. Thomas can move from Division III to Division I is being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and not expected before June at the earliest, an NCAA official confirmed Friday.
In the third “Life in Isolation” feature, Reporter Annie Terry explains the importance for her to find control in this time of uncertainty.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who saw his once strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party’s establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, ended his presidential bid on Wednesday, an acknowledgment that the former vice president is too far ahead for him to have any reasonable hope of catching up.
In episode four of The Medium, TommieMedia Columnist Zaid Khan joins Maddie and Reid to discuss how movie theaters and streaming services will be affected by COVID-19 and offer their film, TV and music recommendations during social distancing.
Subtitles are a blessing that so many viewers go without. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argue subtitles may take a little time to adjust to, but they will only improve one’s viewing experience.
TommieMedia won awards in two regional journalism contests in early April, including two Crystal Pillars at the 2020 College Student Production Awards, which are sponsored by the Upper Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Ad/PR Director Alexis Okafor has the recap.
In the second “Life in Isolation” feature, Opinions Editor Maddie Peters discusses the little things she misses about her pre-pandemic daily routine, and the little joys she has found with her new free time.
University President Julie Sullivan spoke to the general council, the university’s COVID-19 response was discussed and an update on the university’s emergency fund for students was given at the Undergraduate Student Government general council meeting on April 2. University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker has the update.
Julian Woodhouse, a 2012 St. Thomas graduate, is changing the New York fashion game with his brand: WOOD HOUSE Army. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
St. Thomas sophomore JayZee Brown started a petition asking the university to consider a partial refund of tuition and fees after the university’s recent transition to online learning. Reporter Joey Swanson has the story.
