Getting around the Twin Cities could become more difficult this summer after ridesharing apps Uber and Lyft have threatened to cease operations in the area over a Minneapolis city ordinance set to raise the minimum wage for rideshare workers. Livy Dunlap has the story.
INFOGRAPHIC: Languages in the digital world
What effect has the internet had on the preservation of certain languages? With only 2% of the world’s languages thriving online, many are at risk of dying out. Designer Maggie Stout looks at this issue and ask the question, “Will the internet make most languages go extinct?”
INFOGRAPHIC: Having a healthier relationship with your devices
It is easy to become addicted to cell phones, tablets, laptops and more. Designer Maggie Stout looks at this situation and offers ideas on how to have a healthier relationship with your devices.
St. Thomas employees to see timekeeping changes in fall 2020
St. Thomas employees are familiar with the university’s timekeeping system, whether from scanning your finger at a timekeeping machine, or going to the Workforce EmpCenter website and inputting your time manually on an electronic timesheet. Reporter Mae Macfarlane has the story.
INFOGRAPHIC: Tips for better time management
Many things take up our time. Whether it be school, work, hobbies or other social engagements, it is easy to get overwhelmed when there are only 24 hours in a day. Designer Ellie Lehto outlines a few tips for better time management.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Joe Biden wins Minnesota in presidential primary
Former Vice President Joe Biden won Minnesota, his seventh state on Super Tuesday. He also won Arkansas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, Massachusetts and Virginia as of 12:01 a.m. University Affairs Editor Justin Amaker, Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe and Design Manager Reid Neeser have the story.
AP: Buttigieg, Sanders to win most national delegates in Iowa
Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders will emerge from Iowa’s Democratic caucuses with the most delegates to the party’s national convention, regardless of which one eventually wins the contest. Design Manager Reid Neeser’s graphic accompanies the AP’s story.
March Madness by the numbers
The NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament kicked off on March 13. Design Manager Christine Hastings looks at the statistics behind March Madness.
Valentine’s Day by the numbers
An estimated $19.6 billion will be spent this year on Valentine’s Day. Designer Keely Gregory lays out some of the numbers associated with the February holiday.
Twin Cities winter events calendar
Designer Christine Hastings looks at the most popular holiday events in the Twin Cities this winter.
The best coffee shops around campus
Designer Christine Hastings looks at the best coffee shops around the St. Thomas campus.
How sleep deprivation affects college students
Designer Jana Hontanosas looks at facts about sleep deprivation among college students.
Women’s basketball team travels to Greece, preps for season
The St. Thomas women’s basketball team set out for an 11-day trip to Greece beginning Aug. 14 to gain international experience and grow as a team as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Two weeks of Trump
Design manager Carrie Tronvold outlines President Donald Trump’s first two weeks in office.
Back to school checklist
Designer Kathryn Kirk lays out the essentials in a back to school graphic because you’re never too old for a list.