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In the News: Jennifer Kalla on Last-Minute To-Dos for Filing Taxes
In the NewsJennifer Kalla, an Opus College of Business clinical faculty member, provided insights to MarketWatch regarding last-minute to-dos for people who haven’t filed taxes yet. From the story: It’s getting down to the wire, but if you haven’t filed your taxes yet, these 15 experts have tips to make it (at least somewhat) less painful –…
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In the News: Dave Vang on Auto Tariffs
In the NewsDave Vang, finance professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with KSTP-TV regarding auto tariffs. The new taxes on foreign imported goods imposed by the Trump administration has left Americans rushing to buy vehicles before costs increase. From the story: Auto sales have been spiking across the nation and… -
The Schulze School of Entrepreneurship and U.S. Bank Partnership Receives AACSB ‘Innovations That Inspire’ Award
Business & LawThe University of St. Thomas’ Schulze School of Entrepreneurship has been recognized by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) as part of its 2025 “Innovations That Inspire” initiative. This annual recognition highlights institutions worldwide that create relevant, equitable, and impactful business education through innovative partnerships with businesses, NGOs, and governments. The collaboration between the… -
Innovation Scholars Present Research to NASA
Business & LawFour students from various majors came together to gain hands-on experience working on technology for NASA. Through the Innovation Scholars program, students Olivia Keller ’26, Sam Mahannah ’26, Ilham Mohamud ’27 and Breanna Ranglall ’26 presented on how NASA should use its new technology. The group was led by Luke Nilles, an MBA student, along… -
The Timing Factor: Lessons Learned From COVID-19 Restrictions
Tommie ExpertsWhile much of the world has moved on in the five years since COVID-19 led everyone into a lockdown, the virus continues to mutate, leading experts to warn the next pandemic is "when," not "if." Scientists like us analyze what we can learn from our past experiences to improve future responses. Our findings show that… -
Tommie Track Star Makes Leap From Texas to the Twin Cities
AthleticsWith a deep breath, Christina Driver positions her feet. Charging forward before she pushes off – arching her back as she soars across the sand. Hours of practice, patience, pushing, all culminate in that one moment. Seconds later, lying in the sand, her mind is already on the next one. Daughter of former Green Bay… -
Better Than Best: How Dick Schulze’s Pursuit of Excellence Fuels Entrepreneurship for All
Having celebrated his 84th birthday this year, Best Buy founder Richard “Dick” Schulze is living his best life. The former retail CEO and now chairman emeritus spends about a week each month at his 380-acre Caribbean resort on the island of Anguilla. But he is not there to vacation with white sugar sand between his… -
2025 Tommie Award Winner Aidan McGill Reflects on St. Thomas Journey
Humans of St. ThomasSince Aidan McGill was four years old, the University of St. Thomas has surrounded his life with community, support and a home. The Tommie legacy started with his grandmother attending St. Thomas and trickled down to his mother, Sheila McGill, who has been coaching 18 seasons of women’s soccer. Devin McGill '22 and Grace McGill… -
Celebrating Innovation: Winners of the St. Thomas Business Plan Competition and Fowler GSIC
The Schulze School of Entrepreneurship at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business awarded over $30,000 this semester to students competing in the annual St. Thomas Business Plan Competition. The competition featured three categories: Business Plan (Undergraduate), Business Plan (Graduate), and the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge, which supports social ventures. Participants… -
In the News: Aaron Sackett on Consumer Psychology
In the NewsOpus College of Business Professor Aaron Sackett recently spoke with MPR on consumer psychology and the potential impact of the 40-day boycott of Target. From the interview: Host: Well, we’re a few days into a 40-day boycott of Target. It calls for supporters to give up shopping at the Minneapolis-based company during Lent. The boycott comes…