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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Mutual Aid and Eviction Prevention in Minnesota

Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MinnPost about a proposed state bill that would allow more nonprofits to issue eviction blocking letters guaranteeing rent payments. Schipper noted that enabling renters to work with trusted community organizations could be especially important… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Mutual Aid and Eviction Prevention in Minnesota appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Timothy Pawl on the Virtue of Meekness

    Dr. Timothy J. Pawl, professor of philosophy, wrote an op-ed in The Conversation about contemporary understandings of meekness as a virtue. Often associated with docility and weakness, Pawl explores a historic understanding of meekness that reveals something different. From the op-ed:You probably see a mousy doormat, someone sheepishly acquiescing to the will of the stronger.… The post In the News: Timothy Pawl on the Virtue of Meekness appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Tyler Schipper on Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty

    Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with local media about the continued impact of tariffs on Minnesota’s economy. Schipper addressed consumer concerns about rising prices, business uncertainty amid shifting trade policy and reactions to a recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs,… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Sergey Berg on Chronic Wasting Disease in Minnesota

    Dr. 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… The post In the News: Sergey Berg on Chronic Wasting Disease in Minnesota appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

  • In the News: Tyler Schipper on January Inflation Trends

    Tyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CNN about the latest Consumer Price Index report showing inflation slowed to 2.4% in January, an eight-month low. Schipper noted that while the headline data may look encouraging to economists, many households still feel… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on January Inflation Trends appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.

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