Dougherty Family College

Dougherty Family College is a two-year college at @UofStThomasMN offering an associate of arts degree in the liberal arts.

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Molly McGraw Healy, Dr. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan, and Dr. Kellie Krick Oborn alongside @StThomasDFC interns at the Collaborative School at Maxfield Elementary visited Rondo Commemorative Plaza to learn more about the community.

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Recognized in @Forbes for its dedication to removing barriers for low-income students, @StThomasDFC is shaping a brighter future for our scholars through a cohort-based mentoring model and professional development opportunities. Find out how: https://t.co/KF0A9QhI4Y

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More than 100 students and teacher-mentors from @NWSISD6078 convened on the @UofStThomasMN Minneapolis campus today for the Step-Up Boys Mentorship Program Summer Summit. The summit is co-sponsored by @UST_SOED and @StThomasDFC.

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Congratulations to our Dougherty Family College graduates! We know you’ll do great things. 💜

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Rosa Miller ('88), who played a pivotal role in the founding of DFC, was honored with the Distinguished Alumna Award at the annual St. Thomas Day celebration. Take a look at how she inspires us at DFC. https://t.co/On5eElLSqc

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From first-generation college student to CEO, Andy Cecere '82 shares his journey of giving back and creating opportunities for others like alumnus DeAmonte Block '22. @usbank has been a partner to @StThomasDFC since its inception. Learn more: https://t.co/CXTgbfbYdR

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What makes @StThomasDFC so special? 95% of DFC students are students of color and 80% of them are first-generation students. All students come with a different background and experience, which affects the way they learn. Learn more: https://t.co/CzrQERF4Kz

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St. Thomas welcomed Minneapolis native and NFL legend, @LarryFitzgerald, to our @StThomasDFC "Ohana" where he shared wise words and encouragement with scholars. Thank you, Larry, for being an outstanding role model and for your constant commitment to the community.

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Buffy Smith, dean of @StThomasDFC, was adamant in her meetings with the @StarTribune about the goal of the college’s Summer Enrichment Program. The idea was the theme of the Star Tribune’s front-page story this Labor Day. Read the story here: https://t.co/AOs9nEionh

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We welcomed our new class of scholars during our Summer Enrichment Program that kicked off yesterday. They will transform the University of St. Thomas and the world. #DFC #RollToms

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Dr. Shelley Neilsen Gatti recently talked with @KSTP about how @UST_SOED is addressing the teacher shortage by preparing new elementary and special education teachers with the help of new federal funding. @StThomasDFC @SUTR_SPPS @MPS_News https://t.co/LOb2NWAzjm

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Three @StThomasDFC scholars this summer will get hands-on experience evaluating and managing investment opportunities and financial data for Castlelake, a global private investment firm, as part of a DFC internship program. Learn more: https://t.co/xmHWPBIoZQ

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On to the next chapter 🎓✅📖 #TommieGrad #Classof2023

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Congratulations DFC Class of 2023! “We thank you for making a difference now and know you will make a difference later.” -Dean Buffy Smith #TommieGrad

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WCCO's Jonah Kaplan wrote about DFC ahead of next week's commencement ceremony. As always, we're so proud of our graduating class and community!
https://t.co/x7d7HsMzJE

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The DFC community got together for our block party this afternoon. We enjoyed fun games, yummy food and lots of laughs together. New students and families also stopped by to learn about DFC. Welcome to our community! #DFC #rolltoms

[Kiya Edwards @kiyaedwards]

Dougherty Family College makes higher education possible for underserved students At Dougherty Family College, many students pay just a little over $1,000 per year. ⁦@kare11⁩ ⁦@StThomasDFC⁩ https://t.co/xEXmZODnG2

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On May 11, @StThomasDFC is staging a block party aimed at helping families learn more about this affordable option for college.

WCCO's @ShelettaIsFunny talks to the school's Dean about what they're doing to help under-resourced students and families.

https://t.co/C6Pv1If0C4

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Dougherty Family College makes higher education possible for underserved students by Kiya Edwards for Kare11: https://t.co/wfgofb357M

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@kare11 @UofStThomasMN

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DFC was featured in last night's Lifting Voices segment on Kare11! Check out the video here: https://t.co/DH0izwxBkx