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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Increased Inflation
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economist and associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke to CNN about the impact of tariffs on inflation. Economists have warned that new tariffs introduced by the Trump administration would send prices soaring. Recent CPI data shows increasing tendencies. From the story: Economists, researchers…
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In the News: Feature Story on Fred de Sam Lazaro and Under-Told Stories
In the NewsMyVillager recently profiled Fred de Sam Lazaro, the Emmy-nominated television journalist whose Under-Told Stories Project is based at the University of St. Thomas. From the story: It will be 10 years ago this fall that de Sam Lazaro moved “Under-Told Stories” to St. Thomas. The project was started in 2006 at Saint John’s University in… -
In the News: Chip Small on Rain Gardens
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas Biology Professor Chip Small recently spoke to the Minnesota Star Tribune regarding the effect of Minneapolis rain gardens. From the story: Managing stormwater and nutrient pollution has always been a trade-off for local governments, said Chip Small, a biology professor at the University of St. Thomas. Plants help reduce flooding by… -
In the News: ThreeSixty Journalism Camp Featured on CCX Media
In the NewsThe ThreeSixty Journalism Multimedia Storytelling Institute at the University of St. Thomas was featured on CCX Media with student interviews and an interview with Executive Director Kenzie O'Keefe. The reporter was Emily Haugen '21, a St. Thomas alumna who majored in journalism. From the story: “I am just learning more and more every day,” said Muhammad Memon,… -
In the News: Emerging Media Professor Emeritus on Paramount/CBS Settling Lawsuit with a U.S. President
In the NewsDr. Mark Neuzil, professor emeritus of Emerging Media in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, was a guest on Vineeta Sawkar's morning show on WCCO-AM on Wednesday, July 9. He discussed the recent settlement of a lawsuit by President Donald Trump brought against Paramount/CBS News over the editing of a… -
In the News: Student Naomi Peters ’27 Highlighted as Changemaker
In the NewsSophomore Naomi Peters was highlighted by Interfaith America as a student changemaker for her role in bringing together different on-campus faith groups for a joint volunteering session. From the story: This Fourth of July, we celebrate the foundational values of our diverse democracy: the right to free and fair elections, the freedom to religious expression… -
In the News: Obasesam Okoi on Satellite Technologies in Conflict Zones
In the NewsDr. Obasesam Okoi, an assistant professor in the Department of Justice and Society Studies, recently spoke to the BBC about satellite technologies in conflict zones. From the interview: Host: A recent report by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime found that Islamic insurgents in the sub-Saharan south are using Starlink to coordinate their attacks. What… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Decreased Discretionary Spending
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economist and associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune about the U.S. economy. Uncertainty has consumers pulling back on discretionary spending, shrinking the size of the U.S. economy. From the story: Americans spent less money last month, shrinking the… -
In the News: Shaherzad Ahmadi on Middle East Conflict
In the NewsShaherzad Ahmadi, associate professor of history at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with Angela Davis at MPR News about the history and complexities of the Iran-Israel-U.S. relationship and possible implication of recent developments. From the story: After the U.S. attacked three Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend, Israel launched… -
In the News: Dr. Tyler Schipper on Oil Prices
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economist and associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about the impact of oil prices on businesses and consumers. From the story: Despite an announced Middle East ceasefire on Monday, there are concerns about oil prices and whether people will be paying more.…