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In the News: Tyler Schipper Comments on Tariffs Impact on Consumers
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, was quoted in a report on WCCO-TV about the 25% tariffs President Donald Trump announced the government would place on goods from Mexico and Canada. From the story; A recent study from the Pearson Institute for International Economics estimates that these tariffs…
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In the News: Victoria Young on the Architecture of Saint John’s Abbey Church in Minnesota
In the NewsVictoria Young, professor of modern architectural history in the College of Arts and Sciences, spoke with Agence France-Presse for a story about the architecturally significant Saint John’s Abbey Church in Collegeville, Minnesota, which served as an inspiration for “The Brutalist.” From the story: For half a century, the existence of this modernist masterpiece has been… -
In the News: April Eichmeier on Mistakes in Advertising Content
In the NewsApril Eichmeier, assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with MinnPost for a story about ads using skylines from other cities in Minnesota-focused campaigns. From the story: This is not the first time this has happened in Minnesota in recent years. Last year, a… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Price Increases, Presidential Promises and Proposed Tariffs
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economist and associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, was interviewed for three different CNN articles, discussing the rise in consumer prices and the implications of President Trump’s actions on the economy. In one article he said, “No president is able to lower prices… -
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… -
In the News: Jhon Wlaschin on TikTok and Concerning Data Collection Practices
In the NewsJhon Wlaschin, adjunct psychology professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently published an op-ed in the Pioneer Press on the topic of the proposed TikTok ban and concerning data practices that affect personal and social psychology. From the article: Over months and years, the app collects and aggregates billions… -
In the News: An Architecture Magazine Highlights Schoenecker Center Design
In the NewsThe Schoenecker Center at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota was celebrated in Dezeen, an international architecture and design magazine for its outstanding design. The article captures how Robert A M Stern Architects (RAMSA), together with BWBR Architects and McGough Construction, designed the interdisciplinary learning facility that fosters collaboration between arts and engineering students.… -
In the News: Economist Tyler Schipper at University of St. Thomas on Debt Ceiling Crisis
In the NewsAssociate Professor Tyler Schipper, an economist in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, was quoted in the Quartz article "Let's talk about that pesky debt ceiling" regarding his insights into the implications of the U.S. debt ceiling debate. Schipper emphasized that the debt ceiling is a political… -
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,…