Why We Chose St. Thomas || Nikhil Shah Class of 2023

The search wasn’t for learning subjects but to learn how to think critically. To live ethically. To find people who think differently from the way you think, talk with them to find out why, and enrich yourself in the process. The destination wasn’t simply to pave a path leading to upcoming professional development but a [...]

By |2019-09-13T13:37:38-05:00September 12th, 2019|Academics, Student Life, Campus News|0 Comments

‘Eagles’ Nest’ Fall 2019 – St. Thomas Leaving its Catholic Basilian Imprint on Houston and Nationally

The Eagles' Nest is the St. Thomas flagship vehicle for telling stories about the vibrant Eagle community. Through compelling narratives and striking visuals, we explore the institution, from the change and growth on campus to how St. Thomas is leaving its Catholic Basilian imprint on Houston and nationally. Our award-winning writing and design provide insights [...]

Lee ’20 Selected for Exclusive ‘Economics For Leaders’ Program at Wake Forest University

Acclaimed St. Thomas scholar-athlete Nathan Lee ‘20 was selected for an exclusive Economics For Leaders program at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Lee was one of 32 students from across the United States who shared in the summer enrichment exercise designed for talented and motivated high school students who wish to accelerate their [...]

By |2019-07-23T17:55:14-05:00July 23rd, 2019|Academics|0 Comments

President Fr. James Murphy, CSB – The First 100 Days

From the very beginning of his new command role at St. Thomas, Fr. James Murphy, CSB embraced the benefit of introspection, not just inspection. Named on January 31 the third president in the school’s storied history, Fr. Murphy was intent on an ego-less approach to his 100-day action plan that would introduce and reflect his [...]

By |2019-06-21T14:31:48-05:00June 21st, 2019|Academics, Campus News|0 Comments

Senior Stories – Shane Williams ’19, Excellence and Ethic

Imagination and willpower were always the most important gifts granted Shane Williams ‘19. He applied the powerful pair in equal doses during a St. Thomas career marked by brilliance magnified by his own appreciation. “I love this school because of the opportunities for every student,” Williams says. “The gut-feeling to attend here was strong. That [...]

By |2019-05-30T16:19:05-05:00May 30th, 2019|Swimming, Campus News, Academics|0 Comments

Senior Stories – Plato Pappas ’19, Resounding Resolve and Purpose

Plato Pappas ‘19 leaves St. Thomas with a substantial record of academic acclaim and accomplishment. Pappas earned recognition as a National Merit Hispanic Scholar as well as entry into the National Honor Society, excelled in the rigorous economics curriculum and served on the student board of directors of the Houston Branch of the Dallas Federal [...]

By |2019-05-30T23:12:45-05:00May 30th, 2019|Campus News, Academics|0 Comments

2019 Commencement Celebrates Basilian Ideal of ‘Teach Me Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge’

For 119 years St. Thomas has primed its graduates for a life of purpose and continual exploration - young men empowered to bridge divides and engage in public service, poised to pursue human aims and define true worth in the eyes of God. The latest commencement exercises proved triumphant, a reverence to Basilian principle in [...]

Basilian Superior General Fr. Kevin Storey, CSB to Address 2019 Graduates

St. Thomas is proud to announce that former president Fr. Kevin Storey, CSB, Superior General of the Congregation of St. Basil, will deliver the commencement address at the school’s 119th ceremony May 18 at 6:30 p.m. in Granger Stadium. “Our graduation weekend is one of the most special celebrations in the life of our community [...]

By |2019-05-06T15:37:56-05:00May 2nd, 2019|Academics, Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments

Valedictorian Kellin McGowan ’19 Extends Family Legacy of Acclaim Beginning with Kingsley ’10

Eagle scholar Kellin McGowan ‘19 is continuing the family’s acclaimed legacy of accomplishment at St. Thomas. The first African-American valedictorian in the institution’s prestigious history was also the 2019 Albert R. Gaelens Award winner recognized as the senior student who best embodies the Basilian credo of Teach Me Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge. He was showcased [...]

By |2019-05-02T11:06:59-05:00May 2nd, 2019|Alumni, Campus News, Academics|0 Comments
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