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Return to In-Person Classes Leaves Students Divided
By The Editors
Classes resumed at UST this week with a mix of in-person, hybrid and hyflex learning options just days after the Supreme Court blocked the Biden…
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Student-Athletes Can Now Profit From Their Name, Image and Likeness
By Leslie Lopez
National Collegiate Athletic Association athletes, including those from the University of St. Thomas, can now profit off their name, image and likeness under a new…
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Astroworld Tragedy: Houston Music Festival Leaves Attendees Distraught
By Caroline Hoffmann and Noe Diaz
The story was updated on 11/15 to reflect recent updates. At least one UST student was present at the Travis Scott Astroworld music festival in…
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The New Sisters on Campus
By Gabrielle Bascos-Arce
A new household, the Sisters of Aquinas, joins a growing number of similar campus organizations this month as part of UST’s alternative to Greek life.…
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Celt Café Serves Up a New Dining Experience
By Jennifer Fonck
Story was updated 10/12 to include information about a new hire. The University of St. Thomas has ended their contract with Aramark, the food supply…
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Return to In-Person Classes Leaves Students Divided

As the spring semester began on Jan. 18, the University's announcement of the return of in-person classes left students with mixed reactions of concern and relief. Photo by Caroline Hoffmann.

Return to In-Person Classes Leaves Students Divided

By The Editors on January 21, 2022

Classes resumed at UST this week with a mix of in-person, hybrid and hyflex learning options just days after the Supreme Court blocked the Biden…

Student-Athletes Can Now Profit From Their Name, Image and Likeness

Student athletes at UST are now able to receive financial endorsements through the advertisement of their own brand and reputation under NCAA regulation. Photo from Sporting News.

Student-Athletes Can Now Profit From Their Name, Image and Likeness

By Leslie Lopez on November 19, 2021

Astroworld Tragedy: Houston Music Festival Leaves Attendees Distraught

The annual music festival founded by rapper Travis Scott ended with loss of lives and devastation on Friday, Nov. 5. Photo from Vulture.

Astroworld Tragedy: Houston Music Festival Leaves Attendees Distraught

By Caroline Hoffmann and Noe Diaz on November 13, 2021

UST Drama Performs an Introspective Retelling of a Classic Greek Myth

The UST Drama department delivered a classic Greek tale with a modern, insightful twist. Photo by Windell Gradiz.

UST Drama Performs an Introspective Retelling of a Classic Greek Myth

By Windell Gradiz on November 3, 2021

The New Sisters on Campus

The new household at UST, Sisters of Aquinas, commences activities this month as it operates through the arts and faith. Photo from the sisters_of_aquinas Instagram account.

The New Sisters on Campus

By Gabrielle Bascos-Arce on October 18, 2021

Celt Café Serves Up a New Dining Experience

Changes to UST's dining services are being implemented after the University ended its contract with Aramark, the food supply and staffing service company that used to run the Celt Café. Photo by Alexej O'Malley.

Celt Café Serves Up a New Dining Experience

By Jennifer Fonck on October 8, 2021

Freshman Senator Election Results Announced

The results of the freshmen senator election were announced on Monday, Sept. 20. Photo from Unsplash.

Freshman Senator Election Results Announced

By Caroline Hoffmann on September 20, 2021

UST and Houston Food Bank Continue Efforts to End Local Food Scarcity

UST has partenered with Houston Food Bank once again for mobile food distrubtion starting on Friday, Sept. 17. Photo from Unsplash.

UST and Houston Food Bank Continue Efforts to End Local Food Scarcity

By Noe Diaz on September 16, 2021

Freshman Senator Candidates Announce Campaign Plans to Freshmen Ahead of Wednesday’s Election

The race for freshman senator begins on September 16. Photo from Unsplash.

Freshman Senator Candidates Announce Campaign Plans to Freshmen Ahead of Wednesday’s Election

By Windell Gradiz on September 16, 2021

UST Announces Cash Incentives for On-Campus Vaccinations

Free, on-campus vaccines will be provided at UST starting Tuesday, Sept. 7, with the opportunity to win cash incentives to those who participate. Photo from Unsplash.

UST Announces Cash Incentives for On-Campus Vaccinations

By Caroline Hoffmann on September 5, 2021