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School of Law Welcomes Distinguished Adjunct Faculty

This semester, St. Thomas Law welcomed four distinguished, new adjunct professors to our roster, each bringing unique professional and personal histories to our learning spaces. Adjunct Professor Houson LaFrance ’14, teaches Trial Advocacy Practice and is the faculty advisor for St. Thomas Law’s award-winning Trial Team. Houson is a partner at the law firm of […]

President Armstrong Joins Orange Bowl Committee

President David A. Armstrong has been named as a member of the Orange Bowl Committee (OBC). Armstrong was formally introduced as a committee member at the September monthly meeting of the OBC on Sept. 11. Armstrong will play an integral role in the Committee’s continued commitment to the South Florida community, including upcoming events such […]

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Professor Moore Appointed New Interim Dean of Academic Affairs

St. Thomas Law’s Office of the Dean is proud to announce the appointment of Professor Patricia Moore to the position of  Acting Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. She assumes the role formerly held by Tamara Lawson who is now serving as Acting Law School Dean.  In her new capacity, Associate Dean Moore will oversee the law school’s academic […]

STU to Launch Football and Marching Band Programs in Fall 2019

History was made at St. Thomas University (STU) as the school is launching a football team and marching band for the first time ever. South Florida’s newest football team, the St. Thomas Bobcats, will begin practice in Spring 2019, while building the capacity to play a full season beginning in Fall 2019. The addition of […]

STU Wins Ashoka Award for Innovation in Higher Education

The St. Thomas University/Café Cocano Project has won an award from Ashoka U for its innovative educational approach to social entrepreneurship in higher education. The Innovation Award is Ashoka U’s top honor for premiere higher education programs in social innovation education. It recognizes high impact and highly replicable education innovations, including pioneering teaching models, co-curricular […]

STU Back-to-School Essentials

No matter if you’re going into your first year at St. Thomas University or heading into your last, making sure you’re prepared for class, and that your dorm is a comfortable home away from home are vital to a successful fall semester start. For Classes: Your schedule First things first, double check your class schedule […]

Summer Grilling with Biochar

St. Thomas University’s science students have been grilling every day this summer, but it’s not steak and burgers they were serving. They were grilling with a purpose. During this year’s Summer Research Institute, a program now in its seventh year, STU students explored how to turn organic trash (leftover sugar cane, tree branches, coconut husks, […]

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St. Thomas Law Hosts Annual John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy

  This summer, The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy hosted its week-long professional development training from July 23rd to July 27th, 2018. The primary focus was addressing the issue of human trafficking within the United States. The Academy, directed by St. Thomas Law professor Dr. Roza Pati, welcomed 54 participants from around the country. These […]

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St. Thomas Law Delegation Aids Separated Migrant Families in Texas

The humanitarian crisis caused by the separation of migrant children from their asylum-seeking parents has had an effect on everyone who has heard the heartbreaking stories. The St. Thomas Law family answered the call, sprung into action and headed to Texas to lend their much-needed expertise to assist detained and separated families. The effort was launched […]

A Message From President Armstrong: New Grandstands

Dear Bobcat Family, St. Thomas University will soon have new seating for STU Bobcat fans, courtesy of long-time university partner, The Boras Sports Training Institute (BSTI)! Designed to accommodate 336 spectators in tiered seating, the new Boras Sports Training Institute Grandstands will also offer a press box, and a picnic area near the third base […]