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In the News: Jonathan Keiser on AI and the Tommie Buildfest
In the NewsJonathan Keiser, associate vice president of Academic Technology and AI Enablement at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with the Pioneer Press about the university’s inaugural Tommie Buildfest, a 24-hour AI hackathon focused on combating hunger and food insecurity. The student-led event invites participants from high school through graduate school to develop websites and software…
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In the News: Jena Zangs on AI Safety Within Academic Institutions
In the NewsJena Zangs, chief data and AI officer at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with University Business about different methods to mine AI for insights safely. As AI emerges and becomes a tool used in academia, Zangs noted that AI users should summarize documents and records containing sensitive information before uploading the information for analysis… -
In the News: Gigi Giordano on International Student Stress
In the NewsGigi Giordano, director of counseling and psychological services at the Center for Well-Being, spoke to MinnPost about the anxiety experienced by international students during the recent ICE operations in the Twin Cities. Giordano explained that prolonged uncertainty and fear surrounding immigration enforcement can increase anxiety, disrupt concentration and deepen feelings of isolation, and said colleges are… -
In the News: Kristen Hatfield on University Enrollment
In the NewsDirector of Admissions Kristen Hatfield spoke to Twin Cities Business about recent increases in enrollment for higher education in Minnesota. Virginia-based National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) released data showing that fall 2025 enrollment in Minnesota higher education institutions rose 2% over the previous year. Students appear to prefer programs and majors offering clear return of investment.… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Hennepin County Seeking Shooting Evidence
In the NewsRachel Moran, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law who researches use-of-force incidents and police accountability, spoke with WCCO-TV about Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty’s push to obtain evidence from federal authorities in two recent shootings of Alex Pretti and Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis. Moran said the lack of access to key… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI at the Minnesota State Capitol
Artificial IntelligenceDr. Manjeet Rege, professor and chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, and director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence, spoke to WCCO-TV about the implementation of AI in the Minnesota Capitol security systems. AI is expected to provide enhanced safety for lawmakers and visitors. From the story:“AI security detection works… -
In the News: Sergey Berg on Chronic Wasting Disease in Minnesota
In the NewsDr. Sergey Berg, associate professor of computer and data sciences at the University of St. Thomas, was featured in coverage examining chronic wasting disease in Minnesota’s deer population. State data showed prevalence in deer permit areas 646, 647 and 648 reached nearly 6%, closely aligning with Berg’s earlier projection of 5.8% for the region. Wildlife… -
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… -
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.…