
A Mission To Serve: Peter Watson '18
Location: Washington, D.C.
“Pursuing your education at St. Thomas gives you a unique opportunity to make a difference in your field, build lifelong connections, and find a sense of purpose and community."
Tommies are known for thinking critically, acting wisely and working skillfully to advance the common good. You are doing amazing things to support local, national and global communities. We encourage you to share your stories and get inspired by your Tommie Network.
Location: Washington, D.C.
“Pursuing your education at St. Thomas gives you a unique opportunity to make a difference in your field, build lifelong connections, and find a sense of purpose and community."
Location: Bucyrus, KS
"As a first-generation immigrant, I did not have playbook for success but instead relied heavily on thecommunity to guide and mentor me. I felt St. Thomas was an extension of my family helping set thedirection towards true north.”
Location: Milwaukee, WI
"From small class sizes and supportive professors to endless opportunities for leadership, service and real-world experience, St. Thomas empowers you to grow not just as a student, but as a whole person ready to make a meaningful impact."
Location: Ithaca, NY
"I am drawn to the phrase 'I am because we are.' There are many strands of thread that make the tapestry of out lives, and I honor this concept by supporting the generation coming after me. At the end of the day, this is how we forward the common good."
Location: Omaha, NE
“I am not a bystander. I am not afraid to speak up for others, for myself or to challenge the status quo. UST is a part of why I will always raise my voice for the common good.”
Location: Kansas City, KY
"St. Thomas has shaped my life journey by giving me friends and community that are still shaping my life to this day!"
Location: Chicago, IL
"I live St. Thomas’ mission in my daily life. I believe helping others and paying it forward are critical and I saw that at St. Thomas as student every day.”
Location: Evanston, IL
"Being a teacher, coach and administrator requires one to be selfless. Being an educator in generaldemonstrates a commitment to ‘all for the common good.'"
Location: Glenview, IL
"As important as my education has been to me, just as important – if not more – were the relationships I formed and the memories I made, all of which endure to this day. Both personally and professionally, St. Thomas can play a central role in your life long after you graduate.”
Location: Deerfield, IL
“My experience at St Thomas was very enriching. Not only did I get the opportunity to be exposed to a great education, but it also gave me the opportunity to share experiences by networking with fellow students and faculty.”
Sharing Across Generations
St. Thomas is dedicated to cultivating relationships with our valued alumni, giving them opportunities to get engaged and share their stories. Your journey is unique and is filled with lessons, victories, challenges and accomplishments. Each step that brought you to where you are today can serve as inspiration to Tommies who are eager to learn from your experiences as they pave their personal and professional paths.
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