St. Thomas students have mixed views about President Obama’s proposed compromise to allow faith-based institutions to opt-out of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ mandate.
St. Thomas community responds to new contraceptive policy
When graduation’s not the greatest obstacle
St. Thomas senior Alex Grausnick has had more than homework and his GPA to worry about in his four years at St. Thomas; he’s had to deal with a diagnosis of the progressive neurodegenerative disease Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
PULSE adds show choir to spring performance
The performing arts club PULSE is known for its hip hop dance performances, but this spring it will add a new twist: a show choir.
News in :90 – Feb. 20, 2012
This is News in :90 for Monday, Feb. 20, 2012.
Bar shuttles bring students, concerns to campus
While many St. Thomas students welcome these types of shuttles, Mike Barrett, associate director of Public Safety, said that they introduce problems for the surrounding communities.
St. Thomas Fishing Club thrives despite thin ice
Earlier this month, for the first time in decades, Hennepin County banned all vehicles from driving on local lakes until further notice, but it hasn’t put a damper on the St. Thomas Fishing Club’s favorite pastime.
Does being tired or drunk make you smarter?
Two recent college studies found that students were more insightful when their minds were inhibited by either alcohol or lack of sleep. Some St. Thomas students agree with the findings.
St. Thomas men’s soccer coach resigns after 10 seasons
Men’s soccer coach Aaron Macke resigned unexpectedly in an email sent to the team Friday, Feb. 17. Macke said that he stepped down to focus on his three sons and his job as Residence Life director.
Tuition to increase 4.9 percent next year
A number of factors contributed to next year’s tuition increase including more financial aid and an increase to the faculty and staff salary pool.
Matthew Sullivan wins 2012 Tommie Award
Senior Matthew Sullivan is the winner of the 2012 Tommie Award. Sullivan is a finance major and has been involved in Undergraduate Student Government, Up ’til Dawn and varsity football.
News in :90 – Feb. 16, 2012
[slidepress gallery = 120216_nin_quarberg] This is News in :90 for Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012.
Students respond to lower drinking age bill
On Jan. 30, Rep. Phyllis Kahn proposed a bill that would lower the legal drinking age in Minnesota to 18 years old. The bill would allow 18-year-olds to purchase and consume alcohol in bars and restaurants.
Brady Hall still recovering from flood
The aftermath of the Feb. 7 flood in Brady Hall is still affecting hall residents, but the students responsible have come forward.
State-required licensing postpones opening of student center’s hair salon
A state-required licensing procedure is preventing St. Thomas’ new full-service hair salon from opening its doors in the Anderson Student Center.
News in :90 – Feb. 15, 2012
This is News in :90 for Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012.