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In the News: Andy Babula on Slowing Twin Cities Home Sales
In the NewsAndy Babula, director of real estate program at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune about rising mortgage rates and slowing home sales across the Twin Cities. Babula explained how higher borrowing costs affect housing affordability, household spending and the broader economy as more prospective buyers reconsider purchasing homes. From the…
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In the News: Chelda Smith Kondo on Minneapolis School Closures
In the NewsChelda Smith Kondo, an associate professor of teacher education at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KARE 11 about the future of Minneapolis Public Schools following the district’s decision to pause proposed school closures for the 2027-28 academic year. Smith Kondo emphasized the importance of transparency, community input and ensuring that future consolidation plans… -
In the News: Mark Osler on the Death Penalty Debate
In the NewsMark Osler, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with The New York Times about renewed debate surrounding the death penalty following a botched execution in Tennessee and plans for a publicly livestreamed military execution. Osler discussed how these developments have brought the practice of capital punishment back into public… -
In the News: Julie Jonas on How Search Warrants Are Approved
In the NewsJulie Jonas, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with WCCO-TV about how law enforcement obtains search warrants and the legal requirements involved in their approval. Jonas explained how investigators establish probable cause, the limits placed on searches and why judges rarely reject warrant applications. From the story:Despite the heavy… -
In the News: Mike Porter on Customer Relationships and Business Growth
In the NewsMike Porter, a marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently appeared on the “Homegrown Hustle” podcast hosted by Matt Ikeman. The two discussed the importance of understanding building long-distance relationships and customer loyalty. Porter explained how businesses can strengthen customer loyalty through creating meaningful experiences, establishing trust and demonstrating… -
In the News: Dougherty Family College Celebrates 10 Years of Student Success
Expert NewsBuffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College and Eugene and Mary Frey Endowed Chair at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio about the college’s 10th anniversary and its impact on first-generation and underserved students. Smith reflected on the achievements of Dougherty Family College graduates, the support systems that contribute to student success… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Economic Impact of ICE Raids
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CNBC about the lasting economic effects of federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis and other U.S. cities. Schipper noted that the impact of Operation Metro Surge extended beyond undocumented workers, as businesses and communities continue to experience… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on State Charges Against Vance Boelter
In the NewsRachel Moran, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with WCCO-TV about why Minnesota prosecutors are pursuing state charges against Vance Boelter despite his federal conviction and life sentence for the 2025 attacks on state lawmakers. Moran explained how a state conviction could provide additional legal protections if the federal… -
In the News: John Abraham on AI Data Centers in Space
Artificial IntelligenceJohn Abraham, a professor in the University of St. Thomas College of Engineering, spoke with WCCO Radio about Google’s plans to test AI computing infrastructure in space. Abraham discussed whether moving data centers beyond Earth could alleviate concerns about their environmental and resource demands, or whether broader concerns surrounding artificial intelligence go beyond the physical… -
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…