bold
A UST video series that aims to inspire, encourage and urge students to “Be Your Bold Self”
How to Move to a New Country
Tchissola Silva discusses her journey from Angola to UST to receive her Master’s in Diplomacy and Strategic Affairs, and adapting to the United States while still maintaining her own culture.
explore episodeNavigating Nursing, Soccer and School
Isabella Rivera explains how she balances being a part of the soccer team, studying nursing, and working at a hospital. She also talks about maintaining her mental health in spite of a busy schedule.
explore episodeSuccess, Stocks, and Struggle
Ibrahim Akhtar, founder of the UST Investment Club, shares how investing is not limited to financial decisions but extends to personal relationships, education, and community. He explains what fueled his passion for investments.
explore episodeThe Royal Treatment
Calen Anderson and Kailee Mann were selected as Mr. & Ms. UST ’22-23, students who exemplify the values of the University of St. Thomas, serve their community and standout as examples of character.
explore episodeGrit, Determination, and the Draw of Sacred Music
Nathan Schafsnitz, a UST Music major, finds joy in playing the organ. He shares the story of how he fell in love with sacred music at 11 years old and how it impacted his faith life.
explore episodeFake Names, Filipino Ceviche and Owning Your Culture
Christel Vallagomesa is a UST psychology major who was originally born in the Philippines. Host Isabel Garcia asks about her experience moving from the Philippines to the U.S. and embracing her culture.
explore episodeBound for Success
In this episode, we talk to Gloria Bounds, a two-time UST alumna and Manager in Corporate Community Relations for Centerpoint Energy. She shares her UST experience and how it prepared her for work.
explore episodeThe Balance of Work and Play
In this episode of BOLD, we talk to Margaret Edozie, a BioChem major who is SUPER INVOLVED! Isabel asks her about balancing extracurriculars and academics, and the importance of service.
explore episodeCallusing the Mind
Isabel talks to Naadir Mehta, a UST Alum and a two-time colon cancer survivor. Mehta shares his story, the struggles of going through chemotherapy and how important his faith was during that journey.
explore episodeSupporting our Rising Stars
Isabel talks to Dan Garcia, a UST Alum and Director of the Rising Stars Program, about his experience at UST as first-generation college student and how Rising Stars is changing students’ lives.
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