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In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Impact of Middle East Tensions
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about how escalating tensions in the Middle East could affect gas prices. Schipper explained how geopolitical uncertainty influences oil markets and why concerns about future supply can lead to higher prices at the pump, even before…
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St. Thomas Research Explores Water Quality at Twin Cities Lakes
In the NewsChip Small, a biology professor at the University of St. Thomas, and several St. Thomas student researchers were featured in coverage of a collaborative study examining water quality at 17 Twin Cities lakes. The project combines scientific water quality monitoring with public surveys to better understand how people perceive urban lakes and how those insights… -
In the News: ThreeSixty Journalism Reports on the Special Olympics USA Games
In the NewsThe ThreeSixty Journalism program at the University of St. Thomas was featured in an MPR News story through partnership with MPR News Radio Camp. The article lists 10 student reporters and the stories they produced involving the Special Olympics 2026, which were held in Minnesota. From the story: Each year, students with MPR News Radio… -
In the News: Tom Hickson on Minnesota’s Geological Environment
In the NewsThomas Hickson, a geology professor at the University of St. Thomas, appeared on “Minnesota Live” to discuss the unique geological landscape of Minnesota and how it can be connected to the surface of Mars, demonstrating what microbes are capable of during the interview. From the conversation: Chris Egert: Can I rewind a little bit and… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Gouging Gas Prices
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Newsweek about why gasoline prices do not immediately fall when crude oil prices decline. Schipper offered insight into the economic factors driving fuel prices and what consumers can expect as energy markets continue to stabilize. From the article: “While… -
In the News: Michael Rota on Faith Formation in Families
In the NewsMichael Rota, a philosophy professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with OSV News about the role community-based faith formation programs can play in strengthening Catholic family life. Rota explained that opportunities for families to grow in faith together and build relationships with other Catholic families can help parents pass on their beliefs and… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota Labor Market Shifts
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about new labor market data showing a mix of encouraging and concerning trends for Minnesota workers. Schipper offered perspective on what the latest figures could mean for job seekers, employers, and the state’s economy in the months… -
In the News: Father Michael Joncas Reflects on the 50th Year of ‘On Eagle’s Wings’
AlumniFather Michael Joncas ’75, retired professor of theology at the University of St. Thomas, looks back on the history of “On Eagle’s Wings” in a National Catholic Reporter article. The original piece was composed for his friend Douglas Hall after his father passed away in 1975, but it has developed a greater meaning for grief… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Record Low Consumer Sentiment
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO about the sharp decline in U.S. consumer sentiment, which recently reached its lowest level on record. Schipper discussed what the measure reveals about Americans’ outlook on their finances and the economy, as rising costs and economic uncertainty continue to shape consumer… -
In the News: Shaherzad Ahmadi on Ongoing Iran Conflict
In the NewsShaherzad Ahmadi, an associate professor at the University of St. Thomas specializing in the political histories of Iran and Iraq, spoke with Twin Cities PBS about the latest developments in the Iran conflict. Ahmadi discussed the ongoing geopolitical tensions, the role of international alliances and the broader economic effects the conflict could have on oil…