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Redefining heroism

Tuesday, November 5, 2024
It was a December day in 1970 when 23-year old Army Sgt. Douglas Slotten stepped on a land mine while on reconnaissance patrol in South Vietnam. It changed his life, but never broke his spirit.
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Forced optimism: Experts address how toxic positivity erodes corporate culture

Being positive is good, but putting up a false veneer and pretending problems don't exist can be a big problem for companies, according to research from two Tippie professors.
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Where'd you learn to write like that?

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
One of the unique perks of learning at Tippie is that many students will be able to improve their writing and communication skills with guidance from tutors who are future best selling authors and Pulitzer Prize winners in the acclaimed Iowa Writers' Workshop.
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University of Iowa study: Investors react positively to CEOs staying quiet on issues

Thursday, January 9, 2025
Business leaders who express their personal views on social and political issues are an increasingly “vocal minority.”
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When pharma mergers lead to lower drug prices

Wednesday, January 8, 2025
A new study from the Tippie College of Business finds that many drug prices actually drop after pharmaceutical company mergers, challenging the belief that mergers are the primary cause of rising drug prices in the United States.
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Tippie faculty recognized as among top scientific researchers in their field

Thursday, January 2, 2025
A number of Tippie faculty were recognized in a recent study published by Stanford University as among the top 100,000 most impactful scientific researchers in their fields.
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How can you develop new, better habits?

Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Tippie professor Rob rouwenhorst says start small and reward yourself.
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University of Iowa business researchers eye new ‘last-mile’ delivery methods, technology

Sunday, December 22, 2024
Professor Ann Campbell says improving efficiency in last-mile delieveries can benefit consumers.
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How older workers can overcome a stalled career

Thursday, December 19, 2024
Unequal treatment of older workers isn't alway intentional, but does real damage, according to Tippie researcher Yiduo Shao.
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Heartlanders introduce fans to hockey via virtual reality

Saturday, December 14, 2024
The Iowa hockey team has partnered with Tippie to use the technology in a real-world setting.