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Researching the International Popularity of K-pop
ResearchAs a person who “lives and breathes entertainment,” University of St. Thomas Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship Shinwon Noh’s latest research is a fusion of academia and pop culture. Noh, along with three co-authors, analyzed the international popularity of K-pop. That combination of pop, R&B and hip-hop music coming from South Korea, made popular by groups…
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Mini-Internships in Argentina: Real-world Marketing Experience
Business & LawWhen the opportunity arose to study abroad in Argentina over J-Term, Grant Gerber, a sophomore studying international marketing and Spanish at the University of St. Thomas, knew he couldn’t pass it up. But he never expected that the trip would turn out to be a dozen mini-internships in business. The international marketing course offers students… -
Navigating the Art of Negotiation
Tommie ExpertsNegotiation. It can be one of the most anxiety-inducing words. Many who enter my class and the businesses I consult see negotiation as an adversarial word due in part to the drama we see in politics, movies, and TV shows. These contexts generally portray negotiation as a male-dominated sport, which can trigger sweaty palms, rapid… -
First Cohort of GHR Fellows Graduates With Eye on the Common Good
Global Learning and StrategyThey make some people jumpy. Others see a tasty snack. But for a group of St. Thomas undergraduate students, crickets quickly became the ultimate global learning opportunity. This spring the GHR Fellows program at the Opus College of Business is graduating its very first cohort. But before the 10 seniors could walk the commencement stage,… -
In the News: Angelica Franaschouk Shares Advice for Other First-gen Students
In the NewsAngelica Franaschouk, graduating senior and student body president at the University of St. Thomas, recently joined WCCO Radio to discuss her journey as a first-generation student and share advice for others working toward a college degree. From the story: Angelica, congratulations on your upcoming graduation. Tell us about being a first-generation student – the first… -
Janine Sanders Jones, PhD, Named Opus Associate Dean for Faculty Scholarship, Teaching and Service Excellence
Professional NotesJanine Sanders Jones, PhD, is currently the associate dean of academics for Dougherty Family College (DFC) and an associate professor in operations and supply chain management at the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas. She will become the associate dean for faculty scholarship, teaching and service excellence at the Opus College.… -
Tiffany Cork Named Assistant Dean of Enrollment, Retention and Student Experience
Business & LawTiffany Cork, who joined the University of St. Thomas in 2012 as the director of evening and full-time MBA Admissions, where she managed those recruiting efforts, will become the assistant dean of enrollment, retention and student experience in Opus College of Business. Currently Cork is senior director of graduate business recruiting and admissions at the… -
Making Dreams a Reality: The Community Entrepreneurship Program
Business & LawBrianna Edwards has a big, bold and flavorful dream. The creator behind a line of low-sodium spice mixes, LOV3 IT S3ASONING, Edwards wants to see her bottles on store shelves across the country. To get there, she’s turned to the University of St. Thomas and the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship. Edwards is part of the… -
Dr. Ernie Owens: Building a New Generation of Diverse Leaders
Diversity, Equity and InclusionIf you spend more than a few minutes with Dr. Ernie Owens, be prepared to talk motorcycles. The Opus College of Business professor attended his first motorcycle convention in 2001. Since then, he’s not only learned how to ride, but he’s also spent countless hours tinkering away, building antique bikes in his garage. “And that’s… -
In the News: Timothy Sielaff on Nurses' Demands for Better Working Conditions
In the NewsDr. Timothy Sielaff, an executive fellow and health care management educator at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with the Star Tribune to provide insight into the latest planned nursing strike, including what is at stake for future contracts and vacancies. From the story: "While the financial issues are real…