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Community and Formation
Life Beyond the Classroom
Student life at UST is filled with events, activities, clubs, and leadership opportunities. Being a student here means you’ll be in a caring, welcoming, family atmosphere.
Whether you decide to live on campus or commute, you’ll make lifelong friends with people you’d never expect to meet because, at UST, your student experience isn’t defined by your major. Plus, you’ll have access to resources and services that help you develop as a student and position you for success after graduation.
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Explore Campus Life
Campus life at the University of St. Thomas is supported by resources that strengthen academic focus, encourage responsible leadership, and foster meaningful community. Each office and program contributes to an environment where students are challenged, supported, and formed both inside and beyond the classroom.
Campus Ministy
Live and grow your faith by engaging with Campus Ministry. Attend Mass, commit to weekly adoration, and see the many opportunities to know Jesus Christ.
Career Services
We provide career preparation resources including advising, internship information, professional development, and more.
Celt ID
Your Celt ID is your key to campus erivces, your meal plan card, and your ticket to University events.
Chapel of St. Basil
Celebrate daily Mass in our beautiful Chapel of St. Basil. We invite all students and visitors to enjoy this sacred space through prayer and Holy Mass.
Clubs and Organizations
Like any great University, we have many clubs for students to join and lead. Student-led groups build leadership skills, enhance our vibrant community, and help students connect through shared interests.
Dining Services
UST is proud to offer homemade meals that are truly delicious. Our dining options serve daily campus life with convenience and consistency.
Freshman Symposium
This is a one-credit hour seminar that prepares first-year students in their transition to the University of St. Thomas, exploring a Catholic, liberal arts education.
Housing
Residence life is designed to facilitate meaningful relationship. Students who live on campus truly carry on the vibrant Celt spirit.
Jerabeck Activity & Athletic Center (JAAC)
This is the home of UST fitness, recreation, and Athletics supporting health, discipline, and student community.
Mendenhall Summer Institute
Each summer, a group first-generation incoming freshmen students have the opportunity to jump-start their college careers as Mendenhall Scholars. This five-week institute allows students to fellowship and earn college credit.
Student Leadership Opportunities
Lead your fellow Celts and the campus community in a variety of ways.
Student Success
Our primary goal at UST is student success. We are committed to helping our students think critically, communicate effectively, succeed professionally, and lead ethically. UST Student Success Centers are the hub for that engagement.
Rising Stars
The Rising Stars Program is a University initiative that connects first-generation college students to internships with businesses and community organizations throughout Houston.
Veterans Affairs
We serve those who have served our country with guidance to support military-connected students.
Access & Disability Services
The Office of Access and Disability Services (ADS) partners with students, faculty, and staff to remove barriers, promote inclusion, and support the success of students with disabilities.
Counseling and Wellness Services
Need help finding balance or adjusting to college life? You’re not alone. We offer free and confidential counseling from licensed mental health professionals for currently enrolled students.
Dean of Students
The Dean of Students serves as an advocate for students, collaborating with the campus community to foster leadership, civility, accountability, and responsibility.
San José Clinic
UST and San José Clinic (SJC) partner for SJC to provide healthcare services for UST students, staff, faculty and immediate family members who do not have access to care due to lack of healthcare insurance.
Sexual Assault Prevention & Support
The Title IX Office ensures that the University responds promptly, fairly, and equitably to all reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
UST Police Department
With a staff of fully-licensed and trained officers committed to integrity, determination, and respect, the department provides a safe and secure campus environment 24/7, 365.
Campus Store
UST Campus Store has all the Celt merchandise you coudl need! Find your favorite UST T-shirt, course materials, university essentials, and campus resources in one place. While you’re at it, grab a drink too!
Commencement
We celebrate a Baccalaureate Mass in the winter and our larger Commencement ceremony in the spring. We are very proud of the achievements of our Celts and always look forward to celebrating this incredible milestone.
Doherty Library
Doherty Library is the place for research support, academic resources, quiet space for studying, and an option for large gatherings for study groups.
International Services & Study Abroad
UST promotes cultural exchange, international friendship, and global learning. This office supports international students and scholars studying on campus and current students who wish to study abroad.
Parent & Family Resources
Parents and families, thank you for your support of your student! Just as you have helped them on their journey to UST, we want to be there for you! UST has many resources available for you and your student. Stay in touch through Campus ESP.
Parking Permits & Regulations
UST offers several parking lots on campus, in addition to the Moran Center Garage. Street parking is also available on and around campus.
Payment Portal
Find payment deadlines, set up payment plans, make payments online, and manage refunds.
Registrar
Please visit the Registrar for student needs such as academic records management, course scheduling, degree certification and diploma processing, registration, grading and evaluations, transcript processing, academic standards review, and much more.
The Celt Spirit
Traditions at UST
The rhythm on campus is set by certain events that we treasure every year. Learn more about the traditions that capture our hearts every year below!
Living the Mission
A Campus That Forms the Whole Person
The University of St. Thomas is a campus community defined by moral seriousness and intellectual purpose. Campus life is vibrant, with championship-level athletics, a myriad of engaging lectures, countless socials and student life events, and impactful experiences and moments with the people you study with regularly. Once a Celt, always a Celt.