STTHOMAS.EDU 5 4 FEATURES 22 28 16 19 UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS MAGAZINE. Volume 39, Number 1. No part of this publication may be reprinted without written permission. Contact us at ust_mag@stthomas.edu. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS/EDITOR: Sheree R. Curry ASSISTANT EDITOR: Brant Skogrand CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Pete Winecke ART DIRECTOR: John Mau DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Mark Brown CONTRIBUTORS: Cheyene Bialke / Liam James Doyle / Ann Harrington / Brett Johnson / Ann Kenne / Madison Liebl / Abraham Swee / Brandon Woller PICTURED ON COVER: The statue of Archbishop John Ireland stands on the University of St. Thomas campus as a reminder that St. Thomas is a diverse, equitable and inclusive community where all are welcome. 12 PROFESSOR OF THE YEAR Dr. Paola Ehrmantraut is passionate about race, equity and education. 16 THE PATH THEY CHOSE Two chief diversity officers took the road less traveled. 19 ROBERT VISCHER: THE CHOSEN LEADER In his new role, Rob Vischer is committed to advancing the university’s goals. 22 CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS The Racial Justice Initiative, with Dr. Yohuru Williams, educates on historical recovery. 27 STUDENT RESEARCHERS UNCOVER TRUTH IN NAME OF RACIAL JUSTICE Student research comes to life in “Policing MSP” documentary. 28 MAKING A BIG IMPACT Lee and Penny Anderson are transforming a campus. 32 THE RISE TO THE C-SUITE Inspirational St. Thomas alumnae offer advice for advancing your career. 32
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