Articles from July 2022

This book aims to tackle gender and racial inequality at work
Friday, July 15, 2022
"Shared Sisterhood: How to Take Collective Action for Racial and Gender Equity at Work" by Tina Opie and Tippie's Beth Livingston draws from social science, organizational psychology, management research, anecdotal evidence, and the authors’ own experiences to explore the myriad ways in which racism, sexism, and xenophobia have persistently held back women and minorities at work.

Economists describe uncertain times as risk of recession looms
Friday, July 15, 2022
The Business Record hosted a virtual economic panel discussion Thursday, a day after a new report showed inflation at 9.1% compared with a year ago. Participating in the conversation were Peter Orazem, a professor of economics at Iowa State University, and Anne Villamil, an economics professor at the University of Iowa.

UI study: Company stands on social issues can cut down hiring pool
Thursday, July 14, 2022
A University of Iowa study finds businesses that take public stands on political issues may drive away potential job applicants who don’t share the same views.

Spring 2022 Tippie Instructor Awards announced
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Six Tippie instructors have received recognition for outstanding teaching from student nominators: Jeff Ohlmann, Erin Nelson, Jim Chaffee, Ann Campbell, Rob Rouwenhorst, and Daniel Newton.

What should you know about inflation? University of Iowa economics professor explains cause, effect
Monday, July 11, 2022
With inflation prevalent in Iowans' lives, the Press-Citizen talked to Professor Anne Villamil about what to know regarding inflation and when prices may drop again.
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