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In the News: John Abraham on Minnesota’s Wildfires
In the NewsJohn Abraham, a professor in the College of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KARE 11 about the extreme weather conditions fueling wildfires in northern Minnesota. Abraham explained how rising temperatures and prolonged dry conditions linked to climate change are contributing to larger, longer-lasting fires and discussed why communities must adapt to a changing…
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In the News: Mark Osler on the Constitutional Right to Counsel
In the NewsMark Osler, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law and former federal prosecutor, spoke with KSTP about the role of court-appointed attorneys in high-profile federal fraud cases. Osler explained why providing qualified legal representation protects due process and helps ensure convictions withstand appeal, even in cases involving significant public scrutiny. From… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Minnesota’s Supervised Release System
In the NewsRachel Moran, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with KSTP about Minnesota’s supervised release system following the arrest of a man accused of breaking into homes and sexually assaulting women in Brooklyn Park. Moran explained how supervised release works, the conditions individuals may be required to follow and how… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Clemency Applications
In the NewsMark Osler, a law professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law and director of its Federal Commutations Clinic, spoke with The New York Times about the Trump administration’s decision to deny nearly 6,000 clemency applications. Osler discussed the impact of the denials on applicants who had followed the traditional clemency process and shared concerns… -
In the News: Mark Osler on R. Kelly's Clemency Bid
Expert NewsMark Osler, a law professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law and a nationally recognized expert on clemency, was featured in Billboard as the publication reported on R. Kelly's petition asking the Trump administration to commute his prison sentence. The story examined the presidential clemency process and highlighted Osler's perspective on how the traditional… -
In the News: John Abraham on Minnesota’s Extreme Weather
In the NewsJohn Abraham, a professor in the College of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO Radio about the increase in extreme weather events affecting Minnesota and beyond. Abraham discussed how climate change is contributing to more intense heat, wildfires and poor air quality, and explained why communities can expect greater weather extremes… -
In the News: John Boyle on Catholic Literature
In the NewsJohn Boyle, a professor of Catholic studies at the University of St. Thomas, was featured in the National Catholic Register as part of a story exploring renewed interest in Nobel Prize-winning author Sigrid Undset following the opening of her canonization cause. Boyle discussed why he teaches Kristin Lavransdatter alongside the Catechism of the Catholic Church, describing the novel as… -
In the News: Mike Porter on Minnesota’s National Image
In the NewsMike Porter, a marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal about a new survey suggesting younger workers are increasingly open to relocating to Minnesota. Porter discussed how national attention over the past year may have shaped perceptions of the state and why Minnesota’s reputation could play a growing… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Inflation and Energy Prices
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KCRA about June’s inflation report and the factors that could shape prices in the months ahead. Schipper explained how lower gas prices helped slow inflation but warned that rising energy costs and ongoing global tensions could quickly… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on ICE Use-of-Force Policies
In the NewsRachel Moran, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with CBC News about recent fatal shootings involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and the agency’s vehicle stop policies. Moran discussed law enforcement standards surrounding the use of force, concerns about ICE enforcement practices, and potential policy changes aimed…