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In the News: Greg Song on How TikTok Uncertainty Is Affecting Brands
In the NewsGreg Song, assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with AdWeek about the temporary TikTok ban and ongoing uncertainty for brands around the world. From the story: Beyond TikTok’s technical fallout, advertisers could face potential reputational risks. With American profiles still visible to global users, companies are bracing…
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In the News: April Eichmeier on How Social Media Shapes Gen Z’s Voting Choices
In the NewsApril Eichmeier, assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with MinnPost about how social media influencers impact Gen Z’s political views and voting behavior while highlighting the role of platforms like TikTok and Instagram in shaping opinions and spreading misinformation. From the story: In… -
In the News: Yayu Feng on How Influencers Are Shaping News
In the NewsYayu Feng, assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with MPR about the impact that influencers have had on the news and on social media trends. From the story: Host: I’ve been wondering a lot about this, this election cycle, as a journalist, and thinking,… -
In the News: Greg Song on Influencer Concerns Regarding the Potential TikTok Ban
In the NewsGreg Song, assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with KARE 11 about how a potential ban on TikTok could disrupt Minnesota artists and small businesses. From the story: Friday’s ruling from three federal appeals court judges upholds a law that could ban TikTok… -
Sky’s the Limit: New Game Design Minor Teaches Accessibility
STEAMA set of headphones rested on Dr. Sky LaRell Anderson’s head as he waited for guests at the Jon Henner Memorial Accessibility in Games Speaker Series to settle in their seats. The University of St. Thomas faculty member appeared remotely, from his Minnesota office adorned with framed college degrees and the glow of purple and… -
St. Thomas Announces Record $20 Million Gift for Arts Education
ArtsThe gift from John Monahan ’73 will support arts programming, faculty, and scholarships and further elevate St. Thomas as a leading national Catholic university The University of St. Thomas announced a landmark gift for the arts on Nov. 14. The $20 million gift from John Monahan ’73 of Palm Springs, California, marks the most significant… -
In the News: April Eichmeier on How TikTok and Gen Z are Shaping the 2024 Election
In the NewsApril Eichmeier, assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Financial Times about how Gen Z’s quick, authentic online interactions are changing political campaigns in 2024, with social media making it possible for content to go viral in minutes. From the story: Harris’… -
In the News: April Eichmeier on Gen Z Driving Kamala Harris’ Viral TikTok Success
In the NewsApril Eichmeier, an emerging media assistant professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with The Washington Post about how a young team of social media experts is using TikTok and internet trends to boost the Harris/Walz campaign. From the story: After Tuesday night’s debate, as former President Donald Trump worked… -
In the News: April Eichmeier on the Star Tribune Rebrand
In the NewsApril Eichmeier, emerging media professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with KARE 11 about the rebranding of the Star Tribune - Minnesota’s largest news outlet and one of the largest regional papers in the U.S. From the story: As for whether the rebranding will pay off, one… -
In the News: April Eichmeier on Navigating Politics in the Workplace
In the NewsApril Eichmeier, emerging media professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with Twin Cities Business about the complexities of discussing political topics at work and how companies can plan ahead. From the story: The size of an organization matters, too. Speech restrictions at a giant Fortune 500 with…