News Archive - Aquinas College

Summer Research at Aquinas: The Mancala Mechanism
This summer, Dr. Joseph Spencer is conducting research with Edin Mehanovic, a senior math major and data analytics minor, through the Mohler-Thompson Summer Research Program to better understand a game mechanism you might recognize: Mancala.

Summer Research at Aquinas: Anemones in Albertus
These Mohler-Thompson Summer Researchers are studying the genes of anemones to better understand coral bleaching.

Aquinas College hosts Sankofa STEM Academy in New Partnership
The Sankofa STEM Academy offers opportunities to children of color in the Grand Rapids area to excel in STEM in a college environment with an emphasis on fun and providing students with mentors and role models that look like them.

Aquinas College Joins Laudato Si’ Action Platform, Begins Planning
The planning will result in a seven-year road map to guide the college, which already has an advanced and highly regarded sustainability program, towards an even more sustainable future of care for the earth and humanity.

A Statement on the Passing of Father Stan Drongowski, O.P.
Aquinas College is deeply saddened to share with our community that Father Stanley Drongowski, O.P. passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Fr. Stan served as Chaplain at Aquinas College for a decade.

A Statement from Dr. Alicia Córdoba on the passing of David Frey, Trustee Emeritus
Aquinas College extends our sincerest condolences to the family of David Frey, Trustee Emeritus, who passed on June 14, 2023 at 81 years old.

Senior Salutes 2023
Congratulations to the Class of 2023! Aquinas College graduated a class of outstanding students this year, many of whom were nominated to be featured in our second annual Senior Salutes.

Business Pitches by Aquinas College Students Win Prize Money in MWest Challenge
Two Aquinas teams walked away with money to put towards bringing their business pitches to life.

AQ Students Research Sustainability with Residents of Beacon Hill at Eastgate Senior Living Community
Six sustainable business majors acted as consultants for Beacon Hill, a Grand Rapids senior living community.

Interest in Aquinas College’s Innovative Block Model Program Exceeds Expectations
Demand among Aquinas College’s incoming freshmen for an innovative first-year pilot program is significantly higher than anticipated.