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Dean of Students

Advocating for students and supporting their success

The Dean of Students Office supports the personal development, academic success, and retention of students. We work collaboratively with members of our university community to promote student learning and achievement.

We are committed to our Catholic identity and our mission to advance the common good. We believe in the inherent dignity of each member of the Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë community, and we work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Contact Us

Email deanstudents@stthomas.edu or call (651) 962-6050 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are available in person, by phone or via Zoom.

• Student Affairs

Related Links

• CARE Team
• Center for Well-Being
• First-Gen Tommies
• Government Investigation Response (JPG)
• Off-Campus Student Life
• Residence Life
• Resource & Support Services Guide (PDF)
• Veteran Resources

Student Advocacy and Support Services

Tell Someone

Tell Someone is a Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë tool that allows you to report concerns about an undergraduate or graduate student or an employee who may be struggling with issues related to health, well-being, or threats of harm, or who may be navigating a situation where they suspect discrimination, bias, sexual misconduct, or harassment are present. The goals of Tell Someone are to help students and employees who may need support and to enhance the well-being of our Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë community. Click below to learn more or submit a report.

Tell Someone

Emergency Grants

Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë, in collaboration with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, has emergency grants available for four-year undergraduate or graduate degree-seeking students experiencing a crisis. Eligible expenses include emergency shelter, groceries, past due utility bills, medical services, rent or mortgage payments, gas, bus pass, auto repair, and necessities for their children. Non-eligible expenses include tuition and fees, textbooks, and meal plans. . Contact the Dean of Students Office at 651-962-6050 or deanstudents@stthomas.edu with questions.

Food Assistance

Food insecurity is an issue that affects college students nationwide. This website is a resource for students at the Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë of Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë who face the challenge of access to regular meals. Explore the information below about access to food resources throughout the Twin Cities.

Food Assistance

Legal Advice

Assistance with tenant law .

, a service for low-income individuals needing legal assistance.

The Minnesota Attorney General’s website, which offers assistance in .

Sexual Misconduct Response

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual misconduct, there are people at Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë who can help.

Sexual Misconduct Support & Response

Students in Recovery

Students at the Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë of Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë are welcome to participate in the program at Augsburg Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë. StepUP is an innovative collegiate recovery community on Augsburg Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë’s main campus in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is one of the largest collegiate recovery communities in the nation. Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë students should reach out directly to StepUp to inquire about program options.

Undocumented Student Resources

Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë strives to maintain a welcoming, vibrant and diverse community that respects and supports the dignity and well-being of every member. Prospective students born outside the United States are welcome to apply, regardless of immigration status. We believe a diverse, supportive and caring community will best enable our students to learn and grow into morally responsible leaders who will advance the common good.

Undocumented Student Resources

Student Policies and Conflict Resolution

Staff members in the Dean of Students Office are available to assist students with navigating the process of working through conflicts and complaints that involve faculty or staff members.

• Student Policies
• Grievance Process
• Conduct Code (PDF)
• Concerns & Complaints

Å·ÃÀÎÞÂë Policy Repository

Dean of Students Staff

Linda Baughman, Ed.D.

Dean of Students

Aaron Macke, Ed.D.

Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life

Marlon Blake, Ed.D.

Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Diversity & Inclusion Services

Jesse Langer, Ed.D.

Assistant Dean of Students

Ana Z. Theisen, Ed.D.

Assistant Dean of Students

Jeff Holstein, MA

Assistant Dean of Students

Atomik Yangwaue, BA

Office Coordinator

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