Faculty in the Media - April 2008 Summary

Learn more about Dr. Sullivan

Dennis Sullivan (Office of the Dean) was quoted on TMCnet on April 2, 2008 in the article, “Some churches faring well, even thriving in time of economic downturn.” Sullivan stated, “Demographics trumps economics” referring to the idea that churches in areas where the population is declining suffer more than churches in high-growth locations.

Learn more about Dr. Brock

James Brock (Economics) was quoted in the Cincinnati Enquirer on April 16, 2008 in the article, “Fuel Prices: Up and up and up-continuing rise spreads throughout economy.” Brock said, “"We've got ourselves in a substantial slowdown of the economy, so now this puts the Federal Reserve in a no-win situation.” This statement was made in response to choosing between fighting inflation by raising interest rates or stimulating the economy by cutting them.

Learn more about Dr. Jenkins

Dean Jenkins (Office of the Dean) was mentioned in the Santa Barbara News on April 17, 2008 in the article, “Paradigm Announces Three Additions to Its Board of Directors.” The article announced that Dean Jenkins has joined the Board and the Compensation Committee.

Learn more about Dr. Kehr

Jim Kehr (Finance) was quoted in the Busniess Journal of Milwaukee on April 21, 2008 in the article, “Credit unions use auto loans to diversify portfolios.” Keher stated, “People say we are in a recession, so anything that can stimulate demand for any kind of products has got to be on the plus side.” This quote was in response to financial institutions making a push toward auto loans as a way to offset a downturn in borrowing.

Learn more about Mr. Mobley

Tom Mobley (Management) was quoted on April 24th in the MSNBC.com story, “Friendly skies? Ha! Bumpy ride ahead: Consolidation means reduction in routes, higher fares, and no more free lunch”. The story is about the potential affects of consolidation in the airline industry. Mobley predicts that in the future there will be fewer flight attendants, agents, baggage handlers and corporate staff. He stated, "Eventually we might have to check our own bags in and put them on a conveyer belt.”

Learn more about Dr. Smith

Brett Smith (Entrepreneurship) was interviewed in the May issue of the Greentree Gazette in the article, “Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship, the New Greens.” Smith answered questions about the Center for Social Entrepreneurship and the Edun LIVE t-shirt program. Smith stated that bringing Social Entrepreneurship to campus “is the application of the creativity and imagination of entrepreneurship for social good, rather than private wealth creation.”

Learn more about Dr. Schwarz

Josh Schwarz (Management) was quoted on May 5, 2008 in the Dayton Business Journal article, “Union to move headquarters to Dayton area,” regarding IUE-CWA’s planned move. Schwarz commented, "They're trying to get back to their roots to be more connected to the needs of the rank and file and of particular geographic areas rather than focusing on national politics.”

Learn more about Dr. Davis

George Davis (Economics) was quoted on May 6, 2008 in the Cincinnati Enquirer article, “Reality check for rebates-Stimulus money now coming, but where will it go?” The article was regarding what people plan to do with the rebate check. Davis stated, "Many people in general are inclined to do one of two things: pay off debt - which is another form of saving - or pay for a one-time big expense, like a refrigerator."

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