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College of
Engineering
Top-ranked programs focusing on a purposeful, applied, hands-on, collaborative, industry-relevant engineering and software educational experience.
Upskill with Graduate Studies
Stay ahead of the curve with our practical, industry-relevant graduate programs in engineering, software, and data science.
State-of-
the-Art Facilities
The Frey Science & Engineering Complex consists of nearly 400,000 square feet of modern labs and equipment dedicated to STEM education.
Connections
with Faculty
Our faculty build strong connections with students inside and outside of the classroom. Student development is our #1 priority.
The College of Engineering produces well-rounded, hands-on engineers and savvy technology leaders who have the technical ability and courage to wrap their minds around ideas that can change our world. We offer a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees including engineering programs in Civil, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, Manufacturing, Systems, and Engineering Management and Graduate Programs in Software including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Technology and Software Engineering. When it comes to academic quality, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Thomas #29 in the U.S. and #1 in Minnesota for engineering colleges without a doctoral program.
College of Engineering News
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St. Thomas Microgrid Expansion Advances Energy Resilience
As the nation’s electric grid faces aging infrastructure, cybersecurity threats and growing power demands, the University of St. Thomas has expanded its Center for Microgrid Research (CMR) to study how communities, military installations and businesses can keep electricity flowing when the larger grid is strained or disrupted. “If the grid goes down, or something really… The post St. Thomas Microgrid Expansion Advances Energy Resilience appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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More Than Microgrids: Dr. Mahmoud Kabalan Gives Students a Space to Flourish
Dr. Mahmoud Kabalan grew up in Lebanon, where power outages were a regular part of his childhood. Today, he's the Bright.Green Director of the University of St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research, whose systems have enough capacity to power an estimated 3,000 to 5,000 homes. Under Kabalan’s leadership, the center has grown significantly; recently celebrating… The post More Than Microgrids: Dr. Mahmoud Kabalan Gives Students a Space to Flourish appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Tommies Connect for Careers, Networking
Mindy Nguyen ’28 believes that preparing for a career does not begin with submitting a job application. It begins with making connections, whether those connections are with employers, alumni or other working professionals. Nguyen was among the 952 attending the University of St. Thomas Fall Career Fair, where more than 120 employers across a wide… The post Tommies Connect for Careers, Networking appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Manjeet Rege Publishes Two Books on Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Manjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied AI at the University of St. Thomas College of Engineering, has recently published two books on artificial intelligence. The first concerns the ethics and public understanding of AI, and the second focuses on AI-powered robotics in the medical field. Rege co-wrote Ethics and Governance of Artificial… The post Manjeet Rege Publishes Two Books on Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
Featured Stories
Highlighting College of Engineering news and featured stories.
Women in Engineering
The College of Engineering is home to a large group of accomplished women. During the beginning months of 2026, we gathered the stories of some of our faculty, students, alumni and other notable women. We are proud of these women for their contributions to research, academia, the College of Engineering, the St. Thomas community, and for consistently working toward The Common Good.
Building Something Special in Minnesota
Welcome to the St. Thomas Engineer Magazine!
"It has been another year of exciting accomplishments and growth for [the College of] Engineering. From innovative student projects and impactful research to the continued growth of our partnerships with industry and community, the stories in this issue highlight the vibrant momentum that defines our school.
Our greatest strength remains the students, faculty and staff who bring our programs to life, supported by state-of-the-art facilities that fuel innovation and collaboration. Together, these elements make for a truly distinctive engineering education, one that prepares our graduates to lead with both skill and purpose."
– Dr. Don Weinkauf, Dean, College of Engineering
Exceptional Alumni: Brian Osende ’10, ’11 MS
Transforming Uganda: Tommie Alumni Lead Change in Home Country
Transforming Uganda — Brian Osende ’10, ’11 MS, is making a profound difference in Uganda by applying engineering skills to improve infrastructure and empower local communities. His work is demonstrating the global reach of a St. Thomas education.
Exceptional Faculty: Jihun Moon ‘24 MS and Dr. Chih Lai
In partnership with the University of Minnesota, faculty member Dr. Chih Lai and Jihun Moon ’24 MS developed AI systems to enhance surgical analysis. They’re aiming to improve patient outcomes through advanced technology.
Exceptional Partnerships: Machining AdvantEdge, CNC, AFRL
Through an exclusive partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), St. Thomas and Third Wave Systems now offer free machining modeling training opportunities. The Machining AdvantEdge program delivers a powerful combination of on-demand advanced machining modeling eLearning and hands-on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) optimization boot camp training.
Exceptional Facilities: Center for Microgrid Research Expansion
Federal and State Support Fuels Expansion at the Center for Microgrid Research
The St. Thomas Center for Microgrid Research is expanding, thanks to over $20 million in federal and state funding. This support fuels new research, a growing team, and a new facility with a second microgrid. The expansion will allow students to work on real-world microgrid solutions, preparing them to lead in clean energy and grid modernization.