Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday the state has struck a deal with the University of Minnesota and the Mayo Clinic to test as many as 20,000 people per day for the coronavirus.
AP – Walz: Minnesota in agreement for up to 20,000 tests daily
Aquinas Scholars program will continue to require ACT, SAT scores
The University of St. Thomas Aquinas Scholars program will still require ACT and SAT test scores despite the university announcing that they will be transitioning to test-optional admissions. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
News in :90 From a Distance – April 21, 2020
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to temporarily suspend immigration, the oil market plunged further, and Minnesota colleges will receive $180 million from the CARES Act. Assignment Editor Jack Stanek has today’s News in :90 from a distance.
LIFE IN ISOLATION: A mental health nightmare
In the seventh “Life in Isolation” feature, Reporter Mia Laube shares her personal struggles with mental health and explains how this unusual time is affecting her.
St. Thomas senior captures concert moments through photography
Rees Winga, a St. Thomas senior and marketing major, made a name for himself in the photography industry with his artistic abilities and creative mind. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
St. Thomas officials working to clarify CARES act funding
Minnesota colleges will receive $180 million from the CARES Act, the Star Tribune wrote Friday. Private universities in Minnesota are expected to receive $40 million in federal stimulus aid, half of which must be used on direct cash grants to students. Reporter Annie Terry has the story.
Twin Cities businesses boosted by virtual “Biz-ingo” game
“Biz-ingo,” a virtual bingo game involving 46 local businesses, will be held Saturday at 7:30 p.m. to boost the business of restaurants like Tiffany Sports Lounge that were forced to transition to takeout-only. Those interested in participating can pick up bingo cards along with food or drinks at participating restaurants. Reporter Leila Weah has the story.
University leaders take pay cut amid COVID-19 financial strains
In a letter to St. Thomas faculty and staff Friday, University President Julie Sullivan announced that she and her senior leadership team would take a 15% pay cut from May 15 through the end of 2020. University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker has the story.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW and AP: Trump tweets support for rally at Minnesota governor’s home
President Donald Trump tweeted his support Friday for a protest outside Gov. Tim Walz’s official residence in St. Paul against Minnesota’s continued stay-at-home order. Videographer Song Johansen’s photo slideshow supplements the AP story.
News in :90 From a Distance – April 16, 2020
At least 22 million Americans are out of work, data errors in a state computer system has cost the state $76 million, and Plums Bar and Grill COVID-19 closure impacts St. Thomas student workers. Sports Editor Carly Noble has today’s News in :90 from a distance.
LIFE IN ISOLATION: Where did all the noise go…?
In the sixth “Life in Isolation” feature, Videographer Song Johansen shares his perspective as an international student during this time of halted travel.
Plums closure puts financial strain on St. Thomas student workers
After COVID-19 concerns forced Plums Bar & Grill on Snelling Avenue to close right before St. Patrick’s Day, St. Thomas students saw less green in the streets and less green in their wallets. Reporter Mia Laube has the story.
News in :90 From a Distance – April 14, 2020
The world economy in 2020 will suffer it’s worst year since the Great Depression, Jacqueline Cruz-Towns died due to complications from COVID-19, and four Tommies researched the effects of meth on mice. Chief Story Editor Abby Sliva has today’s News in :90 from a distance.
LIFE IN ISOLATION: Taking things for granted and making sacrifices for our future generation
In the fifth “Life in Isolation” feature, University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker reflects on the things he previously took for granted and what he has learned during this time of social distancing.
St. Thomas students present summer research findings at national level
This past summer, four Tommies worked together to perform experiments and collect data on something that many of us would not normally think about: meth, its anxiety-inducing properties and its effects on mice. Reporter Mae Macfarlane has the story.