In the Media

Professor Samuel L. Myers Jr. authored this commentary discussing his research into racial disparities in Minnesota that have persisted for decades. 

Professor Larry Jacobs is quoted in this story that examines the lawsuits filed by Dominion Voting Systems against supporters of Donald Trump, who falsely alleged Dominion had rigged the polls in favor of Joe Biden.

Professor Ragui Assaad, a native of Egypt, is interviewed for this story on the cargo ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal. 

Professor Larry Jacobs comments in this article on the speculation that Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, may run for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina. 

Professor Yingling Fan is quoted in this story on how transit services may be adapted to survive in a post-pandemic world. 

This article on a new Bush Foundation effort to close the racial wealth gap mentions research led by Professor Samuel Myers Jr. to evaluate the disinvestment of Black nonprofits in the Twin Cities. 

Professor Ragui Assaad, a native of Egypt, is interviewed for this story on the cargo ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal. 

Whitney Oachs, a Master of Public Policy student, wrote this commentary describing a research project into racial justice activism in rural Minnesota. Oachs is an intern at the Center for Rural Policy.

Professor Judy Temple is interviewed for this story examining President Biden's plans to expand early childhood education funding. 

Alumna Aaliyah Hodge (MPP ‘16) authored this commentary on her experience in Minnesota's Post-Secondary Options program, which provides free college for students in grades 10 to 12. 

Assistant Professor Fayola Jacobs is a guest for the first two episodes of this podcast. 

Professor Larry Jacobs is quoted in this story examining the political implications of President Joe Biden's immigration policies. 

Assistant Professor Gabe Chan is interviewed for this story examining the efforts of University of Minnesota researchers and alumni to address various aspects of climate change. 

A profile of Humphrey School Master of Development Practice student Karla Godoy da Costa Lima.

This story cites a Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) study on rent stabilization while the Minneapolis Charter Commission considers two amendments that would pave the way for a limit on rent increases. Professor Ed Goetz, CURA director, is quoted.

MPR News Presents aired a Humphrey School event featuring former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty in conversation about the future of the Republican Party. Professor Larry Jacobs was the moderator. 

Professor Samuel Myers Jr. is quoted in this story examining whether the city's process for awarding contracts is equitable for BIPOC-owned businesses.

An interview with alumnus Soren Stevenson (MPP ’20) in advance of the Derek Chauvin trial, which began March 8. 

Research by Associate Professor Ryan Allen that predicts workforce shortages across Minnesota is featured in this story.

Professor Larry Jacobs co-authored this commentary calling on the Federal Reserve to take decisive action to minimize and eliminate racial disparities in employment, wages, wealth, and access to affordable credit.

Professor Christina Ewig is quoted in this story on the governor's Young Women's Cabinet, comprised of women aged 16 to 24 who work to increase gender equity in state politics.