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Spectrum News 13 Online, April 28, Miami University celebrates alumni entrepreneurs

• This story focuses on the inaugural RedHawk50, which lists the fastest-growing companies started by Miami graduates.

U.S. News & World Report, April 26: Honors Colleges and Programs: What to Know

• Zeb Baker, executive director of Miami’s Honors College, is quoted in this story about how students in honors colleges and programs often receive more individualized resources and learning, among other benefits.

U.S. News & World Report, April 24: What to Know About the Bill to Repeal Social Security Taxes

• Michele Frank, associate professor of Accountancy, weighs in on the proposed “You Earned it. You Keep it” bill as it relates to social security taxes.

Christian Science Monitor, April 20: On Columbine anniversary, a nation divided over guns

• Lindsay Shackenback Regele, associate professor of History, is quoted in this story on the anniversary of the tragic school shooting in Columbine, Colorado.

C-Span, April 15: Q&A

• This segment of C-Span’s Q&A program features Steven Conn, W.E. Smith Professor of History, and author of the book, “The Lies of the Land,” in which he argued that the reality of rural America today is vastly different from the way it is often portrayed by politicians and the media.

NBC News, April 12: Lao Gan Ma was in fridges long before Momofuku's chili crunch was in headlines

• This article highlights a popular chili condiment and the competition in the marketplace. Anita Mannur, professor of English, weighs in on the rise of popularity of what has been a kitchen staple for many Asian cooks.

Washington Post, April 10: Gen Z workers can take criticism. You’re just phrasing it wrong.

• This article highlights how Gen Z workers communicate and respond to workplace critique. Megan Gerhardt, professor of Management and Leadership, explains that Gen Z workers expect instant feedback in the workplace as they have grown accustomed to getting immediate information. 

Kentucky Health News, April 2: Sports betting has taken off in Kentucky, but counselors for people with a gambling disorder remain in short supply in the state

• This article highlights sports betting in Kentucky and concerns for those with gambling disorders. Sharon Custer, a faculty member working with Miami’s Institute for Responsible Gaming, Lotteries, and Sport, is quoted.

NPR-WYSO, Ch. 91.3, April 2: Butler Tech, Miami University plan multi-million dollar workforce hub

• Ande Durojaiye, vice president of Miami Regionals, is featured in this radio broadcast story highlighting the collaboration of Miami University and Butler Tech in developing an innovation hub with the purchase of Vora Technology Park.