Remembering William F. Joplin ’54 || Philanthropic Champion | Faithful, Humble Servant

The extended St. Thomas Family is mourning the passing of Hall of Honor member William Fr. Joplin ‘54, a philanthropic champion who played an essential role during a transformational period of the school’s history. Joplin died August 1 at the age of 86 years old. “In his extraordinary service to our school, Bill Joplin was [...]

By |2022-08-05T12:55:18-05:00August 5th, 2022|Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments

Exclusive Video Tour || New Fr. Wilson Field Latest Enhancement to Joplin Campus Redevelopment

Batter Up. The latest enhancement to the Joplin Campus redevelopment will position Eagle Baseball in a league of its own. St. Thomas faculty, staff, and community partners gathered on October 14 for a ceremony to break ground on the school’s new Fr. Wilson Field. The next jewel among the school’s ever-expanding athletic facilities will stand [...]

By |2021-12-18T15:06:40-06:00December 8th, 2021|Alumni, Athletics, Baseball, Campus News, Academics|1 Comment

16th St. Thomas Hall of Honor Induction || William Joplin ’54 Among Five Luminaries Embracing Best of Basilian Spirit

For 121 years, notable St. Thomas graduates have personified the Basilian credo Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. The most acclaimed former scholars with exceptional contributions to their professions and communities are saluted with the school’s highest alumni distinction. On January 23, the Eagle Family elevated five transformative leaders who have embraced the St. Thomas [...]

By |2021-01-25T12:15:11-06:00January 15th, 2021|Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments

Joplin Campus Dedication || Commitment to Change, Serve, Succeed

St. Thomas was emphatically proud to officially dedicate the Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus expansion, the latest priority project to support the school’s immediate strategic plan, and promote the success of Eagle student-athletes in competition, in the classroom, and in the community. The Joplin Campus, named to recognize the extraordinary philanthropy of Jane and [...]

Proud to Unveil Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus Expansion || Promoting Success of Eagle Student-Athletes

St. Thomas is proud to unveil the Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus expansion, the latest priority project to support the school’s immediate strategic plan and promote the success of Eagle student-athletes in competition, in the classroom, and in the community. The Joplin Campus, named to recognize the extraordinary philanthropy of the Joplins during the [...]

Proud to Unveil Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus Expansion || Advancing the St. Thomas Footprint

St. Thomas is proud to unveil the Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus expansion, the latest priority project to support the school’s immediate strategic plan and promote the success of Eagle student-athletes in competition, in the classroom, and in the community. The Joplin Campus, named to recognize the extraordinary philanthropy of Jane and Bill during [...]

20 in ’20 | The Most Impactful Identities of St. Thomas Academics and Development Since 2010 | First in Series

How do we remember our contributors? Some leave indelible impressions through tenure over years or even decades, thereby becoming part of an institution’s fabric through their dependable presence. Others shine brightly, creating unforgettable memories regardless of their longevity. Others still permeate our consciousness for their role as selfless facilitators, whether lifting colleagues or the community [...]

By |2020-04-10T12:56:55-05:00February 3rd, 2020|Support, Campus News, Academics, Alumni|0 Comments

#TBT 2015 || Dona and Al Clay ’61 Honored with Naming of Clay-Storey Hall after $10 Million Donation

This story was originally published in January 2015. As St. Thomas closes the $60 million monumental land acquisition, the Basilian Fathers announced the largest capital gift in the school’s 114-year history. Dona and Al Clay `61 donated $10 million to the 4500Forever capital campaign, the remarkable generosity resulting in the naming of Clay-Storey Hall on [...]

By |2020-11-19T14:12:59-06:00January 9th, 2020|Alumni, Student Life, Campus News, Support|0 Comments

‘An Evening in Paris’ Auction & Gala || Saluting More than a Century of Basilian Leadership

Relishing the past. Resolute into the future. The Eagle community was again blessed to share in its annual Auction & Gala which salutes the relentless Basilian commitment to innovative scholarship and the deeper purposes of Catholic higher education. An Evening in Paris honored the presidents of St. Thomas and their emphatic impact in extending the [...]

By |2019-11-20T11:08:55-06:00November 14th, 2019|Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments

Meet Exceptional St. Thomas Alumni – Champions for Life

For more than a century, select St. Thomas alumni have achieved a level of excellence within their chosen fields or professions and have brought extraordinary benefit to the school and their communities. Meet many of our significant achievers who exemplify the spirit of service that students cultivate while at St. Thomas, and some of those [...]

By |2018-12-11T13:29:48-06:00July 10th, 2018|Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments
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