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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…
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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: John Abraham on Wildfire Smoke
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering, spoke to WCCO-TV about recent Canadian wildfires and how the smoke affects the air quality in Minnesota. From the story: Canadian wildfires, along with wildfires in northern Minnesota, have had an effect on the quality of the air in Minnesota this summer. Dr. John Abraham, a professor at University of… -
In the News: Mark Osler on the Trial of Assassination Suspect
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler spoke to KSTP on recent developments in the case of the killing of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. A judge decided that assassination suspect Vance Boelter will remain in custody after making accusations of mistreatment by law enforcement. From the story: Boelter told… -
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: John Abraham on Federal Electric Vehicle Tax Credit
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering, spoke to WCCO-TV about how the new budget bill could affect electric vehicles. Nicknamed the “big, beautiful bill,” the new budget could cut EV tax credits. From the story: Getting an electric vehicle could get more expensive if President Trump’s budget bill passes, taking away a tax credit for an increasingly… -
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: John Abraham on the Climate Effects of Water Vapor
In the NewsJohn Abraham, professor of mechanical engineering, was interviewed by MPR News regarding the climate effects of water vapor. From the interview: Water vapor is a greenhouse gas. It’s a little-known, but growing climate concern. An increase in water vapor in the atmosphere is driving more extreme weather around the world. Abraham: “As we warm the… -
In the News: Stefanie Lenway on Tariffs Impacting Minnesota
In the NewsStefanie Lenway, former dean of the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas, spoke to Twin Cities Business on how tariffs impact Minnesota businesses. From the story: Tariff whiplash impedes reliable business planning and long-term investment. The result is about as complicated as a game of chess. ... “All these interventions from… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Pardon System
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler recently spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune about the state’s revamped pardon system. From the story: For their anniversary, Jason Sole and his wife flew to Cancun to celebrate. The airport customs agent greeted him with a question. The same question Sole has been fielding from…