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In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI Surveillance and Privacy Concerns

Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, spoke with Vineeta Sawkar at WCCO Radio about growing concerns surrounding AI-enabled home surveillance systems such as Ring and Google Nest. From the conversation:Sawkar: She (Nancy Guthrie) didn’t have it, and she… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI Surveillance and Privacy Concerns appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Manjeet Rege on Key Generative AI Trends Shaping 2026

    Manjeet Rege, director of the University of St. Thomas Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence, was featured in a Tech Target article examining major generative AI trends expected to shape 2026. Rege explained that organizations are moving beyond pilot projects toward fully operational AI systems, emphasizing agent-driven workflows, stronger human oversight and the need for responsible,… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on Key Generative AI Trends Shaping 2026 appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • Oceans Shatter Heat Records, John Abraham's Research Reveals

    John Abraham, professor of thermal sciences at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, is featured in national and international coverage examining record ocean warming, with news outlets citing his research on ocean heat content as a key indicator of climate change. Abraham’s work shows that the world’s oceans have absorbed unprecedented amounts of… The post Oceans Shatter Heat Records, John Abraham's Research Reveals appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Manjeet Rege Shares Perspective on AI’s Growing Role in Society

    Manjeet Rege, professor of data science and software engineering at the University of St. Thomas, appeared on WCCO-TV to discuss the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and what it means for society. Rege outlined how advances in AI offer significant benefits across industries while also raising concerns about misuse, transparency and long-term impacts, encouraging viewers… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege Shares Perspective on AI’s Growing Role in Society appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Manjeet Rege on What Global AI Ethics Innovation Means for Minnesota

    Manjeet Rege, professor of software engineering and data science at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio about his upcoming trip to India and how global collaboration is shaping how AI is applied in health care and other industries, while emphasizing the need for responsible design and workforce preparation as the technology advances.… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on What Global AI Ethics Innovation Means for Minnesota appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

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Building Something Special in Minnesota

Welcome to the Fall 2025 issue of the St. Thomas Engineer Magazine! 

"It has been another year of exciting accomplishments and growth for the School 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, School of Engineering

Read more in the Fall 2025 Engineer Magazine

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