University Of St. Thomas May Eliminate Philosophy Programs

The University of St. Thomas — named after philosopher and theologian St. Thomas Aquinas — may eliminate philosophy programs, a signal of financial strain and a broader move toward professional programs at the private Montrose school.  Administrators are reviewing student interest, department offerings and existing costs this month in advance of a June board meeting, sparking outcry among alumni and faculty. Supporters have raised more than $11,500 for a faculty legal defense fund amid fear that the review will spur large-scale cuts.