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In the News: Tyler Schipper on How Inflation Is Shaping Gift Buying
In the NewsTyler Schipper, economist at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with USA Today for its 2025 Holiday Gift Guide about how inflation worries are shaping shopper behavior and why early planning may pay off this season. Schipper explained that while consumers expect prices to rise, many items remain similar in cost to last year, making…
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In the News: Audra Nuru on Keeping Peace at the Thanksgiving Table
In the NewsAudra Nuru, professor of communication and family studies at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with multiple outlets about how to handle politically charged conversations at Thanksgiving and create healthier dynamics at the holiday table. She offered guidance on preparing for difficult topics, recognizing emotional triggers and using respectful communication to maintain connection even when disagreements… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Why Minnesota’s Economy Feels Strained
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MinnPost about the hidden stresses emerging in Minnesota’s economy despite strong headline indicators. Schipper explained why rising unemployment duration, mismatched job openings and widening gaps in opportunity signal deeper structural challenges for many workers across the state. From the article:Minnesota’s unemployment rate… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on How Import Prices Signal Who Pays for Tariffs
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Marketplace about how import and export data can shed light on the real impact of former President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Schipper explained why import price reports have become essential for understanding who is absorbing tariff costs and how these price changes influence… -
A St. Thomas Education Major's Drive Earned Her an Obama-Chesky Scholarship
Humans of St. ThomasA smile spread across Ariah Crosby’s ’27 face as she jumped from story to story, recounting everything that led her to national recognition. “I’ve always been very ambition driven,” she said. During her short time at the University of St. Thomas as an education major, Crosby has worked for the Minnesota Capitol Pathways, conducted research… -
In the News: Michael Rota on Renewing Family Faith Formation
In the NewsMichael Rota, professor of philosophy at the University of St. Thomas and director of the Psychology of Faith project, spoke with the National Catholic Register about the growing movement toward family-focused faith formation as parishes look for new ways to help young Catholics stay connected to the Church. Rota explained how involving parents directly in catechesis… -
In the News: Bruce Gleason on Music in ‘Cold War Cadence’
In the NewsBruce Gleason, a Minnesota musician, U.S. Army veteran and professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Your Classical Radio at MPR about his new book Cold War Cadence, a memoir of his years in the 298th U.S. Army Band in Berlin. He reflects on military music, life in a divided city and what it… -
In the News: Dalma Martinović Weigelt on the Impact of Human Medicines on Aquatic Environments
In the NewsDr. Dalma Martinović Weigelt, a University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences biology professor, spoke with Chemical and Engineering News about how human medicines are quietly affecting aquatic ecosystems. She explained that even low levels of pharmaceuticals can alter fish behavior and survival in unexpected ways. Martinović Weigelt said these hidden impacts are… -
St. Thomas Students Paint Mural with Families at Catholic Charities Center
Arts & HumanitiesA recent story from Bob Timmons of the Minnesota Star Tribune followed some of the students from the University of St. Thomas at the Family Service Center in Maplewood, where students helped children receiving shelter services paint a mural on a bare wall. From the story: University of St. Thomas freshman Anayaiah Mason could relate… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Rising Vehicle Repossessions
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, spoke with WCCO-TV about the surge in vehicle repossessions and the financial pressures behind it. He said higher car prices, rising interest rates, climbing insurance costs and more expensive repairs are pushing many borrowers to the brink, with…