Judith Herb College of Arts, Social Sciences and Education

Our very accomplished faculty are often sought-after experts on a range of interesting topics. National, regional and local news media frequently tap our faculty as sources and commentators for their coverage of current events. Sometimes our students are the newsmakers. Faculty-authored articles for publication can also be found here.

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2025 Media Appearances

• Ohio Capital Journal (May 6, 2025) Ohio Economists: Cutting Library Funding Will Reduce "Human Capital," Hurt the Economy
  Kevin Egan (Department of Economics) explained some of the ways public libraries contribute to workforce development.
• The Blade (May 1, 2025) Special Events: Arts Commission Presents The Mix
  Barbara Miner (Department of Art) and Deb A. Davis, a UToledo professor emerita of art, are showcasing their work in the exhibition, “Layers,” at the Secor Building.
• WTOL 11 (April 29, 2025) Trump 100-Days Rally in Michigan Today
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discussed President Donald Trump's political strategy and approval ratings as he reached 100 days in the Oval Office.
• The Blade (April 17, 2025) UToledo Professor to Discuss History of Well-Known Berlin Synagogue
  Barry Jackisch (Department of History), the Philip Markowicz Endowed Professor in Judaism and Jewish Biblical Studies, discussed Berlin’s New Synagogue during the Philip Markowicz Annual Lecture in Judaism and Jewish Biblical Studies in April.
• The Blade (April 17, 2025) UToledo Shakes It up With Musical Shakespeare Show
  Matt Foss (Department of Theatre and Film) and Rebecca Monteleone (Disability Studies Program) discussed a partnership to include community actors with disabilities in a new adaptation of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
• 13 ABC (April 17, 2025) UToledo Puts Inclusion at Center Stage
  Rebecca Monteleone (Disability Studies Program) talks about how UToledo is bringing together a broad cross-section of the Toledo community to put on a modern interpretation of Shakespeare.
• The Blade (April 10, 2025) TMA Hosts Exhibition of Trailblazing Flower Painter Rachel Ruysch
  Thor Mednick (Department of Art) discussed the skill and impact of 17th and 18th century Dutch painter Rachel Ruysch, whose work is featured in a special exhibition that runs through July 17 at the Toledo Museum of Art.
• WTOL 11 (April 10, 2025) UToledo Spin on “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
  The Department of Theatre and Film will present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream: A Jukebox Musical,” which introduces popular music to the classic Shakespeare comedy, at the Center for Performing Arts Center Theatre April 10-19.
• The Blade (April 5, 2025) The Name Game: Craft Beers Find Route to Community
  Neil Reid (Department of Geography and Planning), who studies the craft brewing industry, discussed how brewery names have become more creative.
• Advocate (April 4, 2025) Senate Republicans are Trying to Tie Democrat Jon Ossoff to Anti-Trans Smear
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discussed how some Republican campaigners continue to use transgender rights as a wedge issue.
• Toledo City Paper (April 4, 2025) University of Toledo Reimagines Shakespeare with Inclusion
  Matt Foss (Department of Theatre and Film), Rebecca Monteleone (Disability Studies Program), and several student and community actors discussed “A Midsummer Night's Dream: A Jukebox Musical,” running at the Center for Performing Arts.
• WTOL 11 (Mar. 31, 2025) Some of the Best Toledo Singers Get Together
  UToledo’s High School Choral Festival brought high school vocalists from across the region together with the UToledo Chamber Singers and guest composer Shawn Kirchner.
• Cleveland.com (Mar. 29, 2025) Why Are Ohioans Already Seeing Ads for the 2026 Governor’s Race?
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses donors and current and potential gubernatorial candidates as the likely target audience for political advertisements supporting Vivek Ramaswamy.
• The Blade (Mar. 29, 2025) Photo Gallery: High School Choral Festival at UToledo’s Doermann Theatre
  High school vocalists from across the region visited UToledo on Saturday, March 29, for the High School Choral Festival.
• WTOL 11 (Mar. 28, 2025) UToledo High School Choral Festival Tomorrow
  More than 30 vocalists from high schools across the region had the opportunity to work with celebrated composer Shawn Kirchner. 
• The Blade (Mar. 24, 2025) UToledo Panel Discusses Youth Mental Health Crisis
  Three national panelists joined Kamala London (Department of Psychology) to discuss addiction, anxiety and depression during Perspectives: The Mental Health Crisis Among Young People.
• 13 ABC (Mar. 24, 2025) Panel Discussion on Youth Mental Health
  UToledo and The Blade continue the Perspectives thought leadership series with a panel discussion on the concerning rates of anxiety and depression among young people.
• 13 ABC (Mar. 22, 2025) UToledo Community Science Series
  Stephen Sakowski (Department of Theatre and Film) spoke at Saturday Morning Science, a UToledo community science series, about color theory in light.
• Toledo Blade (Mar. 14, 2025) Governor urges student exposure to social studies at earlier ages
  Colleen Fitzpatrick (Department of Curriculum and Instruction) discusses Ohio Governor, Mike Dewine's call to expose students to social studies material at younger ages.
• The Blade (Mar. 14, 2025) Saturday Morning Science Series Returns to The University of Toledo for 20th Year
  Michal Marszewski (Department of Chemistry) and Stephen Sakowski (Department of Theatre and Film) discuss this year's lineup for the annual community science series that began on Saturday, March 15.
• 13 ABC (Mar. 13, 2025) Public Invited to Toledo Event Discussing Youth Mental Health Crisis
  Kamala London (Department of Psychology) is part of an expert panel that will explore anxiety and depression among children on March 24 as part of the Perspectives thought leadership series.
• The Blade (Mar. 5, 2025) UToledo Trustees Approve New Major, Room and Board Rate Increases
  The UToledo Board of Trustees approved a new degree program in materials science and the mergers of existing colleges to form the Judith Herb College of Arts, Social Sciences and Education and the College of Health and Human Services.
• The Blade (Mar. 4, 2025) Owens Networking Fair Sparks Connections Across the Arts
  Rebecca Monteleone (Disability Studies) discusses the Plain Truth Project that she co-founded as a collaboration among scholars, journalists and self-advocates with intellectual and developmental disabilities to make the way news is delivered more inclusive.
• The Blade (March 2, 2025) 'No longer just naps and cookies': Kindergarteners embrace STEMM learning
  Kate Delaney (Department of Teacher Education) was quoted in an article about schools that incorporate STEMM programming at the kindergarten level.
• NPR (March 2, 2025) Maine Faces Federal Investigation After Gov. Janet Mills Tells Trump, 'See You in Court'
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses public opinion on trans-athletes in light of Maine Gov. Janet Mills' highly publicized exchange with President Donald Trump.
• Maine Public (Feb. 26, 2025) Janet Mills’ Ascension to Leader of the Trump Resistance Was Years in the Making
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses decreasing support for trans-athletes as a trend in both public perception and policy.
• The Blade (Feb. 23, 2025) Artificial Assistance: AI Generates Simple Recipes
  Jamie Ward (Department of Communication and Media) explains how artificial intelligence assembles recipes and discusses why AI is likely to get better at the task over time.
• The Detroit Jewish News (Feb. 18, 2025) Hallie Bernstein
  UToledo Disability Studies alumna, Hallie Bernstein ('22) was featured for her work with the City of Detroit in the Office of Disability Affairs. Over the past 2 years she has helped connect Detroit residents with disabilities to city services, as well as raising disability awareness.
• WTOL 11 (Feb. 18, 2025) Protestors Gather in Toledo
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) talks about the potential for more protests of the Trump administration.
• 13 ABC (Feb. 18, 2025) Art Tatum Memorial Concert
  The UToledo Department of Music hosted jazz pianist Xavier Davis Monday, Feb. 17, for the 2025 Art Tatum Memorial Concert.
• Healthline (Feb. 17, 2025) Judges Block Executive Orders Targeting Trans People: What to Know
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the role of state-level policies in expanding or restricting transgender rights.
• WTOL 11 (Feb. 17, 2025) Setting the Stage for Next Year's Election
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how the appointment of Jim Tressel as Ohio lieutenant governor leaves the gubernatorial race wide open in 2026.
• The Blade (Feb. 16, 2025) Humans vs. AI in Creativity Topic of UToledo Lecture
  A trio of UToledo faculty members - Ammon Allred, Ashley Pryor, and John Sarnecki (Philosophy and Religious Studies Program) - will explore the relationship between human creativity and the increasing power of artificial intelligence at a Feb. 26 lecture in Carlson Library.
• The Blade (Feb. 11, 2025) Award-winning Poet and Author Phillip B. Williams to Visit UToledo
  Phillip B. Williams, whose debut novel “Ours” won widespread praise, will sign autographs and read excerpts from his book Wednesday, Feb. 12, in McQuade Law Auditorium.
• The Blade (Feb. 10, 2025) Strategic Health Plan Targets Obesity, Infant Mortality
  Patricia Case (Department of Sociology and Anthropology) discusses the importance of ensuring access to prenatal care.
• The Blade (Feb. 10, 2025) Media Panelists Discuss Importance of Storytelling in Amplifying the Black Experience
  Tisha Mays (Department of Communication and Media) talks about the importance of giving the Black community a voice.
• The Blade (Feb. 1, 2025) A look for the future: Toledo Museum of Art's rebrand continues to grab attention
  Thor Mednick (Department of Art) discusses the TMA's collection changes.
• The Black Studies Podcast (Jan. 31, 2025) Shingi Mavima - Department of History,  University of Toledo
  In recognition of Black History month, and the discussion around the teaching of Black History, Shingi Mavima (Department of History) discusses teaching and studying Black History.
• The Crescent-News (Feb. 3, 2025) Air Quality Topic of Annual Lecture Series at Patrick Henry Local Schools
  Dr. Kevin Czajkowski, a Distinguished University Professor of geography, discussed air quality and how students can monitor it using low-cost sensors in a lecture at Patrick Henry Local Schools.
• Cleveland Jewish News (Jan. 30, 2025) Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine: Holocaust Education ‘Must Not End’
  Dr. Barry Jackisch, an associate professor of history and the Philip Markowicz Endowed Professor of Judaism and Jewish Biblical Studies, discusses the horrors of the Holocaust. Jackisch spoke earlier this week at an event honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
• WTOL 11 (Jan 30, 2025) UToledo Chamber Singers Concert Tonight
  The UToledo Department of Music Chamber Singers will present a free, public concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, in Doermann Theatre. The performance is a preview of the group’s upcoming performance at the 2025 Ohio Music Education Association Professional Development Conference in Cleveland.
• The Blade (Jan. 30, 2025) Famed Autism Advocate and Animal Welfare Expert to Speak at UToledo
  Dr. Temple Grandin will be the featured speaker at the 2025 Edward Shapiro Distinguished Lecture at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, in Nitschke Auditorium.
• The Blade (Jan. 26, 2025) Lecture to Focus on Life of Holocaust Survivor from Toledo
  UToledo will host a lecture Wednesday, Jan. 29, reviewing the life of Philip Markowicz, a Holocaust survivor who emigrated to Toledo after World War II.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 21, 2025) What to Expect From Second Trump Term
  Sam Nelson  (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses changes anticipated in the standard operations of Washington, D.C., under President Donald Trump.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 21, 2025) Difference in Donald Trump Presidential Terms
  Sam Nelson  (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how a cabinet made up of more loyalists and fewer traditional party figures could play out in the second presidential term of President Donald Trump.
• France 24 (Jan. 20, 2025) Trump decrees end of diversity programs, LGBTQ protections
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the impact of President Trump's efforts to rollback LGBTQ protections and dismantle DEI.
• Roll Call (Jan. 17, 2025) Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted will succeed JD Vance in Senate
  Sam Nelson  (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses governor, Mike DeWine's decision to choose his second-in-command to represent Ohio in the senate, replacing vice president, JD Vance.
• 13 ABC (Jan. 9, 2025) 2026 Ohio Governor's Race
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the political landscape of the 2026 gubernatorial election in Ohio.

2024 Media Appearances

• Vogue (Dec. 31, 2024) The New Year’s Eve Kiss Tradition, Explained
  Daniel Compora (Department of English Language and Literature) discusses how German immigrants brought the custom of a midnight kiss to the United States.
• Vogue (Dec. 30, 2024) Why Do People Associate Eating Grapes on New Year’s Eve With Good Luck?
  Daniel Compora (Department of English Language and Literature) discusses the origins and modern interpretation of a New Year’s tradition that has people eating 12 grapes as the clock strikes midnight.
• Reader’s Digest (Dec. 13, 2024) This is the Fascinating Origin of Baby New Year — and it Goes Back Much Further Than You Probably Think
  Daniel Compora (Department of English Language and Literature) discusses the symbolism and origins of “Baby New Year,” which is sometimes seen ushering in the new year on Jan. 1.The Scribe (Dec. 1, 2024) The Slow Observation: Barbara Miner's Mixed Media
  Barbara Miner (Department of Art) and her artwork are featured in the December edition of The Scribe.
• The Blade (Nov. 29, 2024) The Big Hurt: How Communities Heal After a Major Loss Results in Collective Trauma
  Mojisola Tiamiyu, an associate professor of psychology, discusses ways people can constructively process negative emotions.
• The Blade (Nov. 27, 2024) UToledo, BGSU Seeing Stars With Synchronized 'Silent Sky' Shows
  Stephen Sakowski (Department of Theatre and Film) discusses the contemporary relevance of its production of the drama Silent Sky.
• The Blade (Nov. 21, 2024) Screening, Discussion to Mark World AIDS Day Event
  To commemorate World AIDS Day 2024, UToledo planned to screen the documentary Wilhemina's War, followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmaker June Cross on Dec. 2.
• Uncloseted Media (Nov. 16, 2024) Trump’s Anti-Trans Ads Were Expensive and Unpopular. So Why Were They His Key Strategy?
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the president-elect's strategy of mobilizing social conservatives with anti-trans campaign advertisements.
• NPR's Morning Edition (Nov. 16, 2024) What Trump's win could mean for transgender healthcare access, athletes
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) was interviewed for her perspective on how a Trump Presidency will impact transgendered people.
• Cleveland.com (Nov. 10, 2024) Can Anyone be Elected to Ohio Statewide Office Without Donald Trump’s Blessing? What About Wooing JD Vance?
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the potential influence of the president- and vice president-elect in identifying Republican candidates for elected offices in Ohio.
• USA Today (Nov. 9, 2024) Will Trump Curb Transgender Rights? After Election, Community Prepares for Worst
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how a second Trump administration may roll back transgender rights.
• The Blade (Nov. 8, 2024) Third Party Votes Contribute to Close Race in Ohio’s 9th District
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the impact of third-party candidates in close electoral races.
• WTOL 11 (Nov. 7, 2024) Who Will Take Over JD Vance’s Seat
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s role in appointing a new U.S. Senator after current senator J.D. Vance’s election as vice president.
• WTOL 11 (Nov. 6, 2024) Tracking Your Vote on Election Day
  Sam Nelson, an associate professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration, spoke about state Issue 1 and the U.S. House and Senate races ahead of the polls closing on Election Day.
• WTOL 11 (Nov. 5, 2024) National Attention on Ohio’s Senate Race
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the race between Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown and Republican challenger Bernie Moreno.
• MSN (Nov. 2, 2024) Why Do We Kiss at Midnight on New Year’s Eve?
  Daniel Compora and Christina Fitzgerald (Department of English Language and Literature) discuss the history and tradition of the New Year’s kiss.
• Ohio Capital Journal (Nov. 1, 2024) Ohio Economists Strongly Agree That Sliding-scale Public Benefits are Best
  Kevin Egan (Department of Economics) discusses a change in Ohio’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program that creates a sliding scale to ease the transition off benefits.
• WTOL 11 (Oct. 31, 2024) UToledo Screening "Bride of Frankenstein"
  The Department of Theatre and Film is hosting a Halloween screening of “The Bride of Frankenstein” in the UToledo Center for the Performing Arts Center Theatre beginning at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31.
• Roll Call (Oct. 28, 2024) In Northern Ohio, a Veteran Lawmaker Faces a More Skeptical Landscape
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) talks about the competitive race for the Ohio 9th Congressional District, which Rep. Marcy Kaptur has held since 1983.
• The Blade (Oct. 26, 2024) The Juice is Loose: Bring ‘Beetlejuice’ Into the Kitchen
  Matt Yockey (Department of Theatre and Film) discusses the connection between food and film.
• The Blade (Oct. 20, 2024) Grant of $20,000 Available to Local Businesses for Adult Changing Tables
  Kim Nielsen, Distinguished University Professor of disability studies, history and women’s and gender studies, discusses the benefits to making businesses more accessible.
• Associated Press (Oct. 19, 2024) Together They’ve Been In Office More Than 70 Years. Now Their Races Could Help Swing House Control.
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the competitive race between Marcy Kaptur and Derek Merrin to represent Ohio’s Ninth Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
• Columbus Dispatch (Oct. 18, 2024) Why Transgender Athlete Debate Is Getting Air Time in Ohio Senate Race
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses why Republican candidates including Bernie Moreno are leaning into anti-transgender messaging ahead of Election Day.
• WTOL 11 (Oct. 15, 2024) TPS Scott Park Campus Renovations
  Rebecca Schneider (Dean, Judith Herb College of Education) discusses how partnerships between high schools and colleges can address a shortage of teachers in the workforce by supporting students interested in the profession.
• WTOL 11 (Oct. 15, 2024) Ohio No Longer Considered a Swing State
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses why presidential candidates no longer have a significant incentive to campaign in Ohio.
• WTOL 11 (Oct. 14, 2024) Toledo Public Schools planning Scott Park campus renovations
  Rebecca Schneider (Dean, Judith Herb College of Education) was interviewed to talk about the nationwide teacher shortage alongside an announcement of plans for a TPS teacher academy.
• Ohio Capital Journal (Oct. 10, 2024) Ohio Economists Mostly Positive About Idea of $15 Minimum Wage in Recent Survey
  Kevin Egan (Department of Economics) discusses the evidence that increases in the minimum wage have a small impact in overall employment.
• WKYC-TV (Oct. 10, 2024) Ohio Farm Teaches Students Land Conservation
  Kevin Czajkowski, Distinguished University Professor of geography, discusses how a new wetland habitat on an 80-acre Ottawa County farm that promotes nature education will help protect Lake Erie.
• Flathead Beacon (Oct. 9, 2024) How Anti-Trans Language Became a GOP Campaign Cornerstone
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses why some conservative candidates are using anti-transgender messaging to rally their base.
• Vox.com (Sep. 12, 2024) How do kids have fun? Inside the state of child’s play in 2024
  Ruslan Slutsky (Department of Teacher Education) shared insights on how technology has impacted children's play.
• The Blade (Oct. 3, 2024) Retired Distinguished UToledo Professor Keeps Music on His Mind
  Michael Boyd, a Distinguished University Professor of piano who retired in 2024, reflects on his 37-year career at UToledo ahead of a community concert at St. Tim’s Episcopal Church in Perrysburg on Sunday.
• WTOL 11 (Oct. 3, 2024) The Future of Physical Music Sales
  Gunnar Mossblad (Department of Music) discussed how digital media have changed the landscape of physical media like vinyl records.
• WTOL 11 (Oct. 1, 2024) 2024 Vice Presidential Nominees Debate
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discussed what to look for during the vice presidential debate.
• The Blade (Sep. 26, 2024) Banned Books Event on UToledo Campus Draws the Curious
  Paulette D. Kilmer, a retired UToledo communication faculty member and coordinator of the UToledo Banned Books Coalition, talked about the importance of representation as the Banned Book Vigil celebrates its 27th year.
• The Blade (Sep. 26, 2024) Sacred Tongues: Religion’s Complex Relationship to Traditional Language
  Peter Feldmeier, the Murray/Bacik Professor of Catholic Studies, (Philosophy and Religious Studies Program) discussed the connection of religious texts to their original language.
• WTOL 11 (Sep. 26, 2024) Verify: Marcy Kaptur Commercial Claims
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) explained the difference between bill sponsors and bill co-sponsors as part of a fact-check on campaign ads running for candidates in the 9th Congressional District.
• WTOL 11 (Sep. 23, 2024) Banned Books Week: UToledo Event Features Speakers on Book Banning, Censorship
  Preview of UToledo's 27th Annual Banned Books Week Vigil Thursday, Sept. 26, on the first floor of Carlson Library.
• WTOL 11 (Sep. 20, 2024) Do Endorsements Still Matter?
  After the International Brotherhood of Teamsters declined to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in nearly 30 years, Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) explains the extent to which candidate endorsements matter in today’s political landscape.
• The Blade (Sep. 19, 2024) Staying Resilient: Native Religions Keep Presence in Area
  David Erben (Department of English Language and Literature) and a member of the Mescalero Apache Tribe, talks about Indigenous religious practices.
• The 19th (Sep. 1, 2024) Trump Has Said Schools Are Performing Gender-Affirming Surgeries on Children. He’s Wrong.
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses public attitude toward trans rights and how the presidential candidates are weighing them on the campaign trail.
• WTOL 11 (Aug. 26, 2024) Candidates and Voters Getting Ready for Election
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) suggests voters focus on politics rather than polls in the weeks leading up to the presidential election in November.
• WTOL 11 (Aug. 21, 2024) UToledo Professor Talks Impact of Obama's Speech
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how President Barack Obama could influence voters who supported him, and later President Donald Trump, through his speech at the Democratic National Convention.
• Today.com (Aug. 13, 2024) Is the Mothman real? The legend behind the mythical monster
  Daniel Compora (Department of English Language and Literature) discusses the enduring stories surrounding one of the most prominent cryptids in the United States.
• Rolling Stone (Aug. 6, 2024) The Long, Discriminatory History of ‘Sex Verification’ at the Olympics
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how the International Olympic Committee has evolved in its testing on sex and gender in female athletes.
• New Scientist (Aug. 1, 2024) What is ‘Problematic Smartphone Use’ and Should We Worry About It?
  Jon Elhai, a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Psychology, explains the meaning of problematic smartphone use.
• WTOL 11 (July 29, 2024) Leading Edge: Dissecting a Historic Election Cycle
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how President Biden’s decision not to seek reelection has shaken up the 2024 presidential campaign.
• WTOL 11 (July 21, 2024) Ohio, Michigan Politicians React After Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses why there is no clear historical precedent for a presidential candidate to drop out of the race after the primaries and within months of the general election.
• WTOL 11 (July 16, 2024) Teamsters President Speaks at RNC. Political Analyst, Northwest Ohio Politicians React
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the unusual decision by Sean O'Brien to speak at the Republican National Convention on Monday, July 15, and the likelihood that it will lead to a Teamsters endorsement of President Trump.
• WTOL 11 (July 16, 2024) Looking at the 2024 Presidential Election
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the recent attempted assassination of Donald Trump and Trump’s choice of Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate for the 2024 presidential election.
• WTOL-TV (July 14, 2024) Leading Edge | Rocket Networker, kids and podcasting
  Tisha Mays (Department of Communication) was interviewed for a segment on podcasting on this local program.
• WTOL 11 (July 9, 2024) Looking Ahead to the Presidential Election
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how little focus there has been on the policy preferences of the two leading candidates for president.
• CNBC (June 30, 2024) More Companies Are Staying Quiet During Pride, but Money is Still Flowing to LGBTQ+ Causes
  Neil Reid (Department of Geography and Planning) discusses how last year’s conservative boycott of Bud Light may be making some companies more cautious in their marketing strategy during Pride Month.
• The Washington Post (June 29, 2024) Texas Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) explains how a state ban on gender-affirming care for minors in Texas fits into a broader pattern of anti-transgender legislation that focuses on issues for which transgender people have less popular support.
• WTOL 11 (June 27, 2024) First 2024 Presidential Debate
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) previews what topics viewers can expect candidates to address during Thursday’s presidential debate.
• WTOL 11 (June 17, 2024) Movies Being Filmed in Toledo
  Holly Hey (Department of Theatre and Film) discusses the potential for local filmmakers to remain in northwest Ohio while pursuing their craft.
• Thrillist (June 17, 2024) A Stranger Invited Me to Our Family’s Reunion
  Angela Siner (Africana Studies Program and the Department of Sociology and Anthropology) talks about how newly freed Black Americans searched for lost relatives after emancipation, and the modern Black family reunion.
• AARP (June 14, 2024) Juneteenth’s Meaning Takes New Shape 3 Years After Federal Recognition
  Angela Siner (Africana Studies Program and the Department of Sociology and Anthropology) discusses how the observance of Juneteenth has changed over the course of history.
• The Blade (June 14, 2024) Documentary Tells a Toledo Story From AIDS Epidemic
  Holly Hey (Department of Theatre and Film) and Sue Carter, a retired UTMC social worker, talk about Hey's UToledo-produced film "Sister Eileen and Her Boyz, an HIV in the Rust Belt Story."
• The Courier (June 13, 2024) DD Council Story Workshop Scheduled in Leipsic
  Previews Rebecca Monteleone's (Disability Studies Program) storytelling workshop with the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council on June 20.
• Newsday (June 7, 2024) Blakeman Bill: Bar Transgender Women From Girls’ and Women’s Sports on Nassau County Property
  Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) comments on the latest attempt by an executive in Nassau County, New York, to bar transgender women from participating in girls’ and women’s sports on county property.
• 13 ABC (May 31, 2024) Reaction to Former President Trump Guilty Verdict
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) shares that the former president’s convictions are unlikely to change the votes of those who already support a candidate, but may make a difference to undecided voters.
• 13 ABC (May 31, 2024) Will Trump Serve Jail Time for Felony Convictions?
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) explains that while jail would be an unusual sentence for the crimes of which the former president is convicted, the judge may take into consideration the number of convictions and his behavior during the trial.
• WTOL 11 (May 31, 2024) How Will Trump’s Conviction Affect Voters in November? We Asked a Political Analyst
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) shares that the former president’s convictions are most likely to affect the relatively small number of voters who have not yet decided which candidate to support.
• WDIV-TV Detroit (May 30, 2024) The Malice Green case, 30 years after his death
  Michael Stauch (Department of History) appeared in a documentary produced by Detroit news channel WDIV exploring the police killing of Malice Green in 1992.
• WTOL 11 (May 30, 2024) What the Verdict Could Mean for the Election
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how Donald Trump’s campaign could be impacted if jurors find the former president guilty in his ongoing criminal trial.
• StageDoor Podcast (May 25, 2024) University of Toledo Department of Theatre and Film
  Matt Foss (Department of Theatre and Film) was the guest of this theatre podcast. Matt shared thoughts on his career, talked about the great things happening in the department, and gave highlights of the upcoming UToledo theatre season.
• The Blade (May 23, 2024) Music professor, composer retires from UT after 40 years
  David Jex (Department of Music) looks back on his career as an musician, composer and educator, while Thomus Maples, a current undergraduate student, and Elliott Nickeson, a former student who now serves as assistant director of institutional compliance at UToledo, reflect on his impact.
• Toledo Blade (May 12, 2024) Toledo mom post blogs about children, challenges
  Sharon Barnes (Women's and Gender Studies) discusses the community support that parents can find in parenting-focused blogs.
• WTOL 11 (May 9, 2024) UToledo Professor Retires After 40 Years
  David Jex (Department of Music) and current and former music students reflect on the impact Jex made during his lengthy career at The University of Toledo.
• WTOL 11 (May 7, 2024) Is Trump Getting Special Treatment?
  Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses former President Donald Trump being held in contempt of court in his ongoing criminal trial.
• 13 ABC (Apr. 29, 2024) Making Theater More Inclusive
  Rebecca Monteleone (Disability Studies Program) talks about a new class offering called Disability and Theatre: Applying Theory to Practice, and the importance of diversifying art.
• 13 ABC (Apr. 26, 2024) Making Theater More Inclusive
  Student and community actors, including some with intellectual and developmental disabilities, performed The Audition on Thursday, April 25, at the UToledo Center for Performing Arts. Actor Ana Pacheco discusses her experience.
• The Blade (Apr. 25, 2024) Students Take Lead on Accessible Musical Production
  Undergraduates Karson Palmer, Lydia Babcock and Lindsay Hinds discuss their work on the student-led original musical The Haunting of Spoon River, which opens Friday, April 26, at UToledo's Center for Performing Arts.
• WTOL 11 (Apr. 25, 2024) UToledo Hosts ‘The Audition’
  The original play, which begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 25, features UToledo students and community members, some of whom have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• The Blade (Apr. 21, 2024) Boomer Activity Challenges Ageist Attitudes Depicting Mental, Physical Declines
  Patricia Case (Department of Sociology and Anthropology) talks about the importance of reframing society’s view on aging.
• WTOL 11 (Apr. 19, 2024) UToledo Piano Professor's Last Concert
  Michael Boyd, a Distinguished University Professor who is retiring at the end of the semester after 36 years with the UToledo Department of Music, will present a final piano concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 21.
• The Blade (Apr. 19, 2024) A Creative Quartet: Emerging Artists Go On Display at 20 North
  Vince Livecchi, a UToledo undergraduate studying visual arts and media communication, discusses his macro photography work as one of four emerging artists featured in the new exhibit ARToledo at 20 North Gallery in Toledo.
• The Blade (Apr. 12, 2024) UToledo Professor to Put on Piano Recital
  Michael Boyd, Distinguished University Professor (Department of Music), will present a final piano concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 21.
• NBC Today (Apr. 11, 2024) Are Mermaids Real? The History and Myths Behind Mermaid Culture
  Daniel Compora (Department of English Language and Literature) discusses the early history of mermaid legends and the renewed popularity of the mythical creatures.
• WTOL 11 (Apr. 9, 2024) UToledo Plans to Merge Colleges
  The University of Toledo will merge the College of Nursing with the College of Health and Human Services, and the Judith Herb College of Education with the College of Arts and Letters by the start of the 2025-26 academic year.
• Roll Call (Mar. 7, 2024) At the Races: SOTU Thursday follows Super Tuesday
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) talks about the race for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District ahead of the state’s primary on Tuesday, March 19.
• WTOL 11 (Mar. 6, 2024) The Importance of Super Tuesday
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how the Super Tuesday results set up the race for the presidency.
• WTOL 11 (Mar. 5, 2024) 15 States and 1 Territory Holding Primaries Today
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses what can be learned from voting patterns on Super Tuesday ahead of the Ohio primary on Tuesday, March 19.
• WTOL 11 (Mar. 5, 2024) Local Author Spotlights Life in Zimbabwe
  • Shingi Mavima (Department of History) talks about a new novella he wrote that highlights life in his native country of Zimbabwe.
• WTOL 11 (Mar. 1, 2024) SCOTUS’ Immunity Decision Impact on Election
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses how former President Donald Trump’s felony indictments may play out in the 2024 presidential election.
• WOSU Public Media: Snollygoster (Feb. 29, 2024) Ohio Congressional Race Tightens: Majewski Faces Fresh Controversy
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses Republican efforts to unseat Democrat Marcy Kaptur in the race to represent Ohio’s 9th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
• 13 ABC (Feb. 29, 2024) 'Uncommitted' Vote Wins Two Democratic Delegates in Michigan
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) explains the larger impact of “uncommitted” votes in Michigan’s Democratic presidential primary.
• WTOL 11 (Feb. 29, 2024) Trump Immunity Trial
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the high stakes of a legal argument that sitting presidents are immune from prosecution.
• Ohio Capital Journal (Feb. 28, 2024) Ohio Economists Split on Benefits of Raising the Cigarette Tax
  • Kevin Egan (Department of Economics) explains the potential impact of an increased tax on cigarettes.
• The Blade (Feb. 23, 2024) Program Teaches Youngsters Media Fundamentals
  • Tisha Mays (Department of Communications) discusses a nonprofit mentorship program she runs to teach school-age children media and literacy skills.
• The New York Times (Feb. 22, 2024) Long Island County Bars Girls’ Teams With Transgender Athletes
  • Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) offers political context for an executive order prohibiting girls’ and women’s teams with transgender athletes from using county facilities in Nassau County, New York.
• WTOL 11 (Feb. 22, 2024) Art Tatum Celebration Concert
  • Norman Damschroder (Department of Music) talks about the legacy of Toledo-born jazz pianist Art Tatum.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 24, 2024) President Joe Biden Not in New Hampshire Primary
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses Democrats' internal debate about where to begin participating in primary elections.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 24, 2024) New Hampshire Primary Tonight
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses Nikki Haley's proposal to raise the age at which Americans can receive Social Security retirement benefits to 70.
• The 19th (Jan. 9, 2024) What an Ohio Veto Reveals About Republican Efforts to Ban Gender-Affirming Care
  • Jami Taylor (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses Ohio House Republicans' response to Gov. Mike DeWine's proposals on gender-affirming care after he vetoed a state ban on hormone therapy and puberty blockers for minors in late December.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 8, 2024) Will Trump be on Ballots?
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) discusses the implications of a coming U.S. Supreme Court decision on former President Donald Trump’s eligibility to be on the Colorado Republican primary ballot.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 8, 2024) The Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence
  • Jamie Ward (Department of Communication) discusses on Leading Edge the potential benefits and pitfalls of artificial intelligence as it becomes more widely integrated into many facets of daily life.
• WTOL 11 (Jan. 7, 2024) Supreme Court to Consider Insurrection Clause of 14th Amendment
  • Sam Nelson (Department of Political Science and Public Administration) explains the argument before the U.S. Supreme Court as it weighs Colorado’s ability to remove former President Donald Trump from the state’s Republican primary ballot.