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Experts: Why we tip, and why impact of eliminating taxes on tips would be minimal , articleEliminating taxes on tips — an idea supported by both major party 2024 presidential candidates — could benefit some service workers but the overall impact may not be that dramatic. Virginia Tech economic expert Jadrian Wooten discusses the potential economic impact, while economist Sheryl Ball discusses the psychology behind tipping.
Date: Sep 18, 2024 -
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Experts available: DNC, pumpkin spice, damage from Hurricane Debby, marijuana studies, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss the importance of the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the early return of pumpkin spice, analysis of flood damage from Hurricane Debby, marijuana research, and more.
Date: Aug 19, 2024 -
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Experts available: Democratic veepstakes, Hurricane Debby, stock market plunge, Paris Olympics, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are able to provide context on the news of the week, including the Democratic Vice Presidential sweepstakes, Hurricane Debbie's potential flood impact, the wild fluctuations in the global stock market, Hokies leaving their mark on the Paris Olympics, and more.
Date: Aug 06, 2024 -
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Artificial intelligence at core of video game actors’ strike: Expert explains , articleThe Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has gone on strike against 10 major companies that make video games. Video games and communications expert James Ivory answers questions about the reasons for and potential consequences of the strike, including artificial intelligence (AI).
Date: Jul 31, 2024 -
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Experts available: VP candidates, Fed meeting, Olympic storylines, water quality, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the experts available for interviews this week surrounding the Democratic vice presidential sweepstakes, how the presidential race will impact Virginia elections, possible interest rate cuts from the July Federal Reserve Board meeting, storylines from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, and a number of issues surrounding water quality.
Date: Jul 31, 2024 -
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Experts explain Federal Reserve Board Meeting, potential interest rate cuts , articleThe Federal Reserve is meeting at the end of July, under the watchful and expectant eye of the entire financial world. While many were expecting more aggressive interest rate cuts throughout 2024, the Fed has taken a more cautious approach, with inflation slowly falling and unemployment rates remaining steadily low. What should we expect for the rest of the year, and how will it impact both the economy and, potentially, the 2024 election? Virginia Tech economist David Bieri and finance expert Andrew MacKinlay offer perspective on how we arrived where we are and what is to come.
Date: Jul 22, 2024 -
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Reed Nagel named assistant vice president of finance and director of procurement , articleNagel joined the university in 2017 and current serves as associate director of procurement for goods, services, and information technology. His appointment takes effect July 25.
Date: Jul 16, 2024 -
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Experts available: Supreme Court decisions, first presidential debate, impacts of summer heat and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Jun 24, 2024 -
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Hector Tzavellas named H.H.H. Faculty Fellow in Economics , articleA member of the Virginia Tech faculty since 2021, Tzavellas is a theorist working on network theory – a rapidly growing field of research with wide applications for analyzing economic behaviors and outcomes
Date: May 20, 2024 -
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Experts available: Trump trial wrapping up, Baltimore bridge demolition, Memorial Day preps, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including former president Trump's hush money trial, the demolition of the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, Memorial Day, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: May 20, 2024 -
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Experts for 2024 Paris Summer Olympics , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews surrounding a variety of topics and research ahead of this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris.
Date: May 03, 2024 -
Video ItemEating contest emphasizes important economic principle , video
Undergrads got to experience the law of diminishing returns first hand in this Department of Economics class. Participants are chosen by their peers to eat as many Swiss cake rolls as time, or their stomachs, will allow.
Date: May 03, 2024 -
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Pop star as economic influencer: experts contextualize Taylor Swift’s album drop , articleVirginia Tech economic expert Jadrian Wooten and Virginia Tech voice expert Ariana Wyatt provide insights into Taylor Swift's wide appeal and continuing status as an economic driver.
Date: Apr 19, 2024 -
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Students get up-close lessons in economics and more at SXSW conference , articleTwelve students from The Economics of Start-Ups course traveled to the SXSW Conference and Festivals over spring break.
Date: Apr 17, 2024 -
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Expert explains how investment and interest have created ‘virtuous cycle’ for women’s March Madness , articleAs March Madness tips off this week, the men’s NCAA Tournament is not the only game in town drawing big interest, ratings, and betting. Jadrian Wooten, a Virginia Tech collegiate associate professor in the Department of Economics, explains how investment and interest in women’s basketball has created a “virtuous cycle” spurring growth in one another to help close the gender equity gap.
Date: Mar 19, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech alumna advocates for women's advancement in data science , articleEwa Kleczyk ’08, who received her Ph.D. in economics through a joint program between the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics and the Department of Economics, is a long-time mentor and advocate of women in STEM and in the data science field.
Date: Mar 14, 2024 -
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Valentine's Day experts available: Keys to successful relationships, the science behind romantic feelings, flower care and more , article
The Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding Valentine's Day topics. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Feb 12, 2024 -
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Economist shares advice for managing your budget for Valentine’s Day , articleOn Valentine’s Day, people celebrate their relationships with friends, family, or a significant other. Often, the expression of affection involves monetary expenditures. Jadrian Wooten, a Virginia Tech professor in the Department of Economics, provides valuable insight on effectively managing a budget around the holiday.
Date: Feb 09, 2024 -
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Super Bowl experts: The big game, Taylor Swift's impact, a new era of ads, healthy eats, and more , articleFor most people, the Super Bowl isn’t just about the game. For many, the food and entertainment take center stage. Ahead of the big game, Virginia Tech experts can speak on a variety of topics, including Taylor Swift's impact on the NFL and gender bias, a new era of marketing, gambling, healthy snacks, and more.
Date: Feb 05, 2024 -
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Experts available: U.S. soldiers killed in drone strike, Super Bowl LVIII, tax season, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Jan 29, 2024
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