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In the News: Mike Porter on the Future of Shopping Malls
In the NewsMike Porter, professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, joined KCBS Radio to discuss the challenges and reinvention of American shopping malls. Porter explained that while e-commerce has significantly reshaped consumer habits, malls that focus on experience, community integration and mixed-use development are more likely to thrive. From residential…
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In the News: Yohuru Williams on Black and Jewish Communities
In the NewsDr. Yohuru Williams, Distinguished University Chair, professor of history and founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas, appeared on AM950’s Connections Radio show with host Laurie Fitz to discuss the relationship between Black and Jewish communities. Joined by Sheree Curry, co-president of the National Association of Black Journalists in… -
In the News: Mike Porter on the Strategic Role of Social Media
In the NewsMike Porter, clinical professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas, joined the “Homegrown Hustle” podcast to unpack the strategic realities behind social media in modern marketing communications. Porter reframed social platforms as shared spaces within the PESO model, emphasizing that social media should serve as a conduit that drives audiences toward owned assets.… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on January Inflation Trends
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CNN about the latest Consumer Price Index report showing inflation slowed to 2.4% in January, an eight-month low. Schipper noted that while the headline data may look encouraging to economists, many households still feel… -
In the News: Yohuru Williams on Constitutional Protections
In the NewsDr. Yohuru Williams, founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative and professor of history at the University of St. Thomas, co-authored an op-ed published by The Conversation. Amid the deployment of federal agents in Minnesota, the concern for constitutional protections is explored, particularly the First, Second, Fourth and 10th Amendments. The piece reflects on the national… -
In the News: Audra Nuru on Communication Habits to Leave Behind in 2026
In the NewsAudra Nuru, professor of communication studies and family studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, was featured in Time magazine discussing communication habits experts say people should abandon in 2026. Nuru highlighted how behaviors such as overusing artificial intelligence tools, leaving messages unanswered, and offering mixed signals can erode… -
In the News: John Abraham on How Minnesota Winters Are Changing
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of engineering and climate change researcher at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio about how Minnesota winters have warmed significantly over recent decades and what those changes mean for the state’s economy, environment and wildlife. From the conversation:It’s not your grandparents’ weather anymore: “We know the climate has changed.”… -
In the News: Mahmoud Kabalan on Powering AI’s Growing Energy Demands
In the NewsMahmoud Kabalan, director of the Center for Microgrid Research at the University of St. Thomas, was featured by Microgrid Knowledge discussing how artificial intelligence is driving new demands on energy infrastructure and why microgrids are increasingly essential for supporting data centers, campuses and other mission-critical operations. From the article:University of St. Thomas is a historic private… -
In the News: Mahmoud Kabalan Explains Why Microgrids Matter in the Age of AI
In the NewsMahmoud Kabalan, associate professor and director of the Center for Microgrid Research at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with StateTech about how microgrids can help state and local governments manage the rising energy and cooling demands driven by artificial intelligence. Kabalan explained how microgrids operate alongside the main electrical grid and why their ability to… -
In the News: Audra Nuru on Keeping Peace at the Thanksgiving Table
In the NewsAudra Nuru, professor of communication and family studies at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with multiple outlets about how to handle politically charged conversations at Thanksgiving and create healthier dynamics at the holiday table. She offered guidance on preparing for difficult topics, recognizing emotional triggers and using respectful communication to maintain connection even when disagreements…