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Miami Media Highlights Aug. 22 to Aug. 28

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Miami Media Highlights Aug. 22 to Aug. 28

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Dayton Daily News, Aug. 28: Ratterman has dedicated his life to the Oxford community

This article reports on Bob Ratterman, a Miami alumnus who has dedicated his life to supporting Oxford and the Miami University community. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including:

New York Times, Aug. 26: Maternal Instinct Is a Myth That Men Created

This article reports on maternal instincts. Kimberly Hamlin, professor of History and Global and Intercultural Studies, is quoted. 

The 19th, Aug. 26: The 19th Explains: Women’s suffrage, our namesake amendment and its enduring lessons

This article reports on the people behind the creation of the 19th Amendment and the reasons why they organized. Kimberly Hamlin, professor of History and Global and Intercultural Studies, is quoted. 

Journal-News, Aug. 26: Meet the legends in Miami University’s football ‘Cradle of Coaches’

This article reports on Miami University’s acclaimed “Cradle Of Coaches” memorial next to Yager Stadium and what it means to the university. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

The Tennessee Star, Aug. 26: Revised GDP Numbers Show the Economy Shrinking

This article reports on the Department of Commerce’s findings that the GDP is contracting. Lisa Ellram, University Distinguished Professor and James Evan Rees distinguished professor of Supply Chain Management, is quoted. 

Dayton Daily News, Aug. 26: ‘Pipeline’ for transferring college students now stretches across Ohio River

This article reports on a new program allowing students in the Kentucky Community and Technical College system to easily transfer credits to Miami University to complete their degree. Carolyn Haynes, professor of Education and interim provost of undergraduate education, Liza Skryzhevska, associate professor of Geography, and Ande Durojaiye, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, are quoted. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

Los Angeles Times, Aug. 26: Miami (Ohio) is putting Sean McVay on pedestal with statue at ‘Cradle of Coaches’

This article reports on Miami University’s plans to add a statue of Sean McVay to the Cradle of Coaches. David Sayler, director of Athletics, is quoted. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

Dayton Daily News, Aug. 26: Miami University Art Museum exhibit includes civil rights movement photographs

This article reports on the exhibit “A Lens For Freedom: Civil Rights Photography by Steve Schapiro” that is on display at the Miami University Art Museum. Jason  Shaiman, curator of exhibitions, is quoted. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

BBC, Aug. 26: Climate change: Russia burns off gas as Europe's energy bills rocket

This article reports on energy costs skyrocketing in Europe as Russia burns off large amounts of natural gas. Jessica McCarty, associate professor of Geography and graduate program advisor, is quoted. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

Dayton Daily News, Aug. 26: PHOTOS: Miami University through the years

This article reports on the photo progression that has been recorded throughout the years of Miami University.

Bloomberg, Aug. 25: Even Schools Flush With Cash Can’t Keep Up With Teacher Shortage

This article reports on the negative impact the teaching shortage has had on schools around the country. Jason Lane, dean of the College of Education, Health, and Society, is quoted.  

Dayton Daily News, Aug. 25: Students focus on ‘how’ to get loans canceled; debate over ‘why’ continues

This article reports on currently unanswered questions about President Joe Biden’s new student loan forgiveness program. Brent Shock, vice president of enrollment management and student success, is quoted. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

Journal-News, Aug. 24: Student loan forgiveness program praised, criticized by area graduates

This article reports on Biden’s recently announced program to cancel up to $10,000 in student loans and $20,000 for low income households. Peter Nencka, assistant professor of Economics, is quoted.

Journal-News, Aug. 22: Miami University professors expand their religious education thanks to grant money

This article reports on a federal grant awarded to Miami University’s new residency program which will allow 25 educators to take 2 weeks to learn about the experiences and histories of Muslim-Americans. Additional reports on this topic appeared in several media outlets including: 

Dayton Business Journal, Aug. 22: Dayton colleges get piece of $1.7M STEM research grant

This article reports on the recipients of a $1.7M STEM research grant. Miami University received $269,000 to fund research on psychological barriers to upward social mobility.

Bloomberg, Aug. 25: Even Schools Flush With Cash Can’t Keep Up With Teacher Shortage

This article quoting Jason Lane, dean of Miami University’s College of Education, Health, and Society, reports on the challenges that schools face while trying to fill the void in classrooms.