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In the News: Kevin Sauter on the Role of Political Debates
In the NewsKevin Sauter, a professor emeritus at the University of St. Thomas who specializes in political communication, spoke with KARE 11 about the changing role of political debates as Minnesota’s 2026 campaigns move forward. Sauter discussed how debates can provide voters with side-by-side comparisons of candidates, even as audiences increasingly encounter key moments through social media…
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Hike
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, discussed the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates for the first time since 2023 with KARE 11 and WCCO Radio. Schipper explained the factors behind the quarter-point increase and what the move could mean for consumers and the… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the 2026 On a Stick Index
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics associate professor at the University of St. Thomas, was featured in media coverage discussing the latest results from the university’s annual On a Stick Index. Each year, Schipper and his students track the cost of attending the Minnesota State Fair, including admission, transportation, rides and popular fair foods, to measure how… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Escalating U.S.-Canada Tariffs
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KARE 11, WCCO-TV and WCCO Radio about escalating trade tensions between the United States and Canada. Schipper discussed what the dispute could mean for Minnesotans, including higher consumer and energy costs if tariffs and retaliatory measures continue to expand. From KARE 11:… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota’s Gas Price Spike
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about rising gas prices in Minnesota and why the state is currently above the national average. Schipper pointed to global oil markets and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine as major factors driving prices, while also explaining how… -
In the News: Audra Nuru Explains the ‘August Blues’
In the NewsAudra Nuru, endowed chair of social sciences and a professor of family studies and communication at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO-TV about the “August blues,” the feelings of anxiety or regret that can emerge as summer comes to an end. Nuru shared ways to navigate the seasonal transition, including focusing on the… -
In the News: Lana Medina on the Changing Way Fans Watch Sports
In the NewsLana Medina, an assistant professor of emerging media at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal about the increasingly fragmented landscape of sports broadcasting. Medina explained that while multiple streaming subscriptions can add costs and complexity for fans, the shift also gives viewers more flexibility and creates new opportunities for teams to… -
In the News: Kristi Rollwagen on the Future of Emergency Management
In the NewsKristi Rollwagen, an instructor in the Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program at the University of St. Thomas, wrote an op-ed for MinnPost examining how the field of emergency management must evolve to address increasingly complex and interconnected crises. She argues that emergency managers should embrace strategic foresight, cross-sector collaboration and emerging technologies to… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Confidence by Generation
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Marketplace about why younger Americans remain more optimistic about the economy than older generations. Schipper explained how younger workers often view economic uncertainty differently because they have more time to adapt, build skills and benefit from future opportunities. From… -
In the News: Audra Nuru on Navigating Your 30s
In the NewsAudra Nuru, a professor of communication and family studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about the experiences and expectations many people face in their 30s. Nuru discussed how this stage of adulthood often includes major life transitions, shifting priorities and societal pressure to…