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In the News: Shaherzad Ahmadi on U.S. Iran Conflict

Shaherzad Ahmadi, associate professor of history at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran one month into the war. In the conversation with host Catharine Richert, Ahmadi analyzed what has unfolded so far, what may come next, and how recent comments from President… The post In the News: Shaherzad Ahmadi on U.S. Iran Conflict appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Tyler Schipper on Global Forces Driving Inflation

    Tyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with multiple media outlets about rising gas prices and ongoing inflation concerns as global tensions impact the economy. Schipper pointed to factors such as tariffs and conflict in the Middle East as key drivers influencing inflation and Federal Reserve decision-making, noting… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Global Forces Driving Inflation appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Rise of a K-Shaped Economy

    Tyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Fortune about the growing divide in what economists call a K-shaped economy. Schipper highlights how long-standing structural patterns continue to widen the gap between higher and lower earners.  From the article:The concept of a bifurcated economy has been baked into… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Rise of a K-Shaped Economy appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota’s Shrinking Tax Base

    Tyler Schipper, an economics associate professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about concerns over Minnesota’s shrinking workforce and its impact on the state’s tax base. Schipper said a declining workforce could put pressure on income tax revenue and leave lawmakers weighing tough choices, such as cutting spending or raising taxes, as… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota’s Shrinking Tax Base appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • AI Isn’t Optional. Neither Is Critical Thinking, Says St. Thomas Professor

    One way many people use artificial intelligence is also the least useful: Ask it to write something – a speech, a term paper or a corporate statement – and copy-paste whatever the chatbot kicks back into your document without much review. “You learn nothing,” said Tom Feeney, associate professor of philosophy in the College of… The post AI Isn’t Optional. Neither Is Critical Thinking, Says St. Thomas Professor appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

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