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

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 [...]

Kirksey Architecture Uniting Two Distinct Campuses with Joplin Expansion

For more than a century, St. Thomas has never let convention limit its dreams. Especially when there's an opportunity for bold action. The monumental acquisition to secure the adjacent HISD School for Law and Justice was simply the next defining moment in providing an unsurpassed college preparatory experience bringing academics, athletics and student life together. [...]

By |2018-07-19T17:12:57-05:00December 21st, 2016|Alumni, Campus News, Support|0 Comments

#TBT – Joplin ’54 Revealed as 4500Forever $6 Million Man

This story was originally published in November 2014. For nearly two months his identity was a mystery but never his unquestioned commitment to ensure the all-encompassing future excellence of his alma mater. And now there is a face and a name to the driving force behind the No Substitute For Victory Challenge, thrusting the most [...]

By |2020-02-03T13:13:32-06:00November 3rd, 2016|Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments

“Taste of St. Thomas” Auction & Gala Delivers Celebratory Spirit

Each year the annual Auction & Gala combines fellowship and fundraising to benefit the St. Thomas General Fund. Chaired in 2016 by Melissa Dolan, Caroline Hassell and Brenda Lanza, The Taste of St. Thomas featured signature offerings from Carrabba’s and Johnny Carrabba ‘77 ... Damian’s Cucina Italiana and Johnny Mandola ‘94 ... the Ragin Cajun [...]

By |2018-07-19T17:13:03-05:00November 1st, 2016|Campus News|0 Comments

Dynamic Drone’s-Eye Look of Joplin Campus Expansion

For more than a century, St. Thomas has never let convention limit its dreams. Especially when there’s an opportunity for bold action. The monumental acquisition to secure the adjacent HISD School for Law and Justice was simply the next defining moment in providing an unsurpassed college preparatory experience bringing academics, athletics, and student life together. [...]

By |2018-07-19T17:13:05-05:00October 25th, 2016|Campus News|0 Comments
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