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In the News: Buffy Smith on How Dougherty Family College Centers Students Beyond Academics
DFC NewsDr. Buffy Smith, dean of Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with Sheletta Brundidge from WCCO Radio on supporting students with housing, food and transportation insecurities through DFC emergency funds. Smith also spoke on the importance of “Ohana” at DFC. From the interview: Smith: It was, in fact, when the…
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In the News: Inside the First Men’s Basketball Game at the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena
AthleticsBring Me The News reporter Tony Liebert covered the University of St. Thomas men’s basketball team’s historic first game at the new Lee & Penny Anderson Arena, where the Tommies defeated Army 83–76. The matchup marked the beginning of a new era for St. Thomas athletics, as fans packed the arena to celebrate the team’s Division… -
In the News: Bernard Brady on the U.S. Bishops Election
In the NewsBernard Brady, theology professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about the upcoming election for president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, where Minnesota Bishop Robert Barron is among 10 candidates. Brady discussed the significance of the vote, which will shape the leadership, tone and priorities of the Catholic Church in… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Economic Impact of Tariffs
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, shared insights with OSV News on how U.S. tariff policy intersects with Catholic social teaching. Drawing on recent Supreme Court deliberations and the Church’s emphasis on justice for the poor, Schipper reflected on the moral dimensions of economic policy and… -
In the News: John Tauer on St. Thomas Basketball’s Debut in the New Arena
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas men’s basketball head coach Johnny Tauer spoke with WCCO Radio host Vineeta Sawkar to discuss the excitement surrounding the Tommies’ home opener at the new Lee & Penny Anderson Arena against Army. From the conversation:Sawkar: Tell me a little bit about the arena. Hockey already opened their season and they’re part… -
In the News: Ruth Sinn on Finding Home in Every Arena
AthleticsRuth Sinn, head coach of the Tommie women’s basketball team, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about what it means to lead her program into the University of St. Thomas’ new Lee & Penny Anderson Arena. Having both played and coached in every St. Thomas basketball facility, Sinn shared reflections on her decades of dedication, the growth… -
In the News: Mark Osler on the Power and Peril of Recent Presidential Pardons
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler spoke with NPR and Politico about recent presidential pardons, offering insight into the scope of executive clemency and its implications for justice and political accountability. From NPR: President Trump this week pardoned former aide Rudy Giuliani, former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and many others… -
In the News: Seth Ketron on Smart Spending Amid Holiday Hype
In the NewsSeth Ketron, associate professor of marketing at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, spoke with KSTP about how shoppers and retailers are approaching the holiday season amid economic uncertainty. He discussed how consumers can plan strategically for the best deals, how artificial intelligence is changing shopping habits, and why this year’s market conditions… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the ‘K-shaped economy’
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with Fortune about the widening gap between wealthy and lower-income Americans in what economists call a “K-shaped economy.” He explained that while income inequality has existed for decades, recent inflation, tariffs and labor market shifts have deepened the divide, leaving more middle-class households… -
In the News: Dave Vang on the Benefits of Foreign Currency Deposits
In the NewsDave Vang, finance professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with CFO.com about the growing interest among U.S. companies in bank accounts that hold foreign currencies. He said these accounts can help businesses manage currency risk and adapt to today’s shifting global economy. From the article:... Dave Vang, finance…