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In the News: Tyler Schipper Weighs in on Grocery Store Price Comparison by the Star Tribune
In the NewsTyler Schipper, economics professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Star Tribune for a story comparing prices at eight different grocery stores in the Twin Cities. From the story: Food price increases have been front of mind since the pandemic spurred a host of supply chain…
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In the News: Arik Hanson and Peter Gregg Discuss the Rise of Social Media Majors
In the NewsArik Hanson and Peter Gregg, faculty members at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about new majors geared toward developing professional social media skills. From the story: Companies want to reach those audiences – and get their products in front of as many eyes as… -
In the News: Tonia Jones Peterson on the Tommie High 5
In the NewsTonia Jones Peterson, director of retention and student success at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about feedback from students and staff regarding the Tommie High 5 recognition program. From the interview: Host: So how does this work? Peterson: This provides faculty an opportunity to click on a button. When students… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Unexpected High Inflation Rates in March
In the NewsTyler Schipper, economics professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with CNN about inflation and why it was higher in March than many economists anticipated. From the story: Surging gas prices and sky-high mortgages and rent sent inflation rising more than expected in March, adding to Americans’ prolonged and painful battle with high costs. That… -
In the News: St. Thomas Director of Photography on His New Documentary, ‘The Fishing Hat Bandit’
In the NewsMark Brown, director of photography at the University of St. Thomas and adjunct professor at the university’s College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Pioneer Press about his documentary film featuring an infamous Minnesota bank robber. “The Fishing Hat Bandit” premieres at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival on Friday, April 19. From the… -
In the News: Roxanne Prichard Joins MPR to Discuss America's Loneliness Epidemic
In the NewsDr. Roxanne Prichard, professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with Angela Davis at MPR about loneliness and the various factors that can contribute to its different manifestations. From the interview: Host: What would you say about loneliness? You know, we think about what… -
In the News: New Tommie Swim and Dive Coach Matt Bos on Coming to St. Thomas
In the NewsThe University of St. Thomas recently welcomed Matt Bos as the new head coach of the Tommie men's and women's swim and dive team. Coach Bos spoke with Swimming World about the opportunity. From the story: Bos has spent more than 20 years coaching, including in Division I at IUPUI and Eastern Illinois. “I am… -
In the News: Charles Reid on Arbitration for the Sale of the Timberwolves and Lynx
In the NewsDr. Charles Reid, a law professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about the canceled sale of the Minnesota men's and women's basketball teams, the Timberwolves and the Lynx to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez. From the story: According to contract details revealed in the 2021 lawsuit… -
In the News: John McVea Discusses Deadline for Rideshares to Pullout of Minneapolis
In the NewsJohn McVea, professor at the University of St. Thomas Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, recently spoke with KSTP about negotiations between city officials and rideshare companies Uber and Lyft, as well as the complexities facing similar startups. From the story: So far, the City of Minneapolis says it’s received four applications for rideshare licenses, but it’s… -
In the News: Christopher Michaelson on the Decline in Happiness of America’s Youth
In the NewsChristopher Michaelson, ethics professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, and author of the new book, Is Your Work Worth It?, recently spoke with Business Insider about the atypical happiness curve being shaped by young people in the U.S. From the story: To be sure, it’s no shock young people aren’t feeling…