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Once the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic became clear, apprehension emerged as a dominant emotion for many Americans. Carlson School Professor Kathleen Vohs explored whether the economic anxiety caused by the pandemic was worse for some individuals and groups than others.

Shortly after COVID-19 made its way to the U.S., a pair of related events unfolded. First, anxious consumers stocked up on everything from hand sanitizer and protective masks to toilet paper, rubbing alcohol, cold medicines, and the like. And in response, more than a few entrepreneurs saw the resulting shortages as a prime opportunity for quick profits, Professor Mark Bergen explains.

It’s been a particularly busy year for labor economist Aaron Sojourner. An associate professor in the Carlson School’s Department of Work and Organizations, Sojourner has adjusted his research to respond in real time to critical issues facing the community and the nation.

Carlson School Professor Stephen Parente played a major role in determining how to allocate vital funds to hospitals when the first wave of COVID-19 cases surged across the country.

An award-winning smartphone app spearheaded by the Carlson School and the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) is giving the healthcare industry an easier way to integrate healthcare data from patients.

BlueCube Bio, a company that is improving treatment for deadly diseases won the $50,000 top prize at the 16th annual MN Cup startup competition awards ceremony, hosted virtually by the Carlson School's Gary S. Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship.

Leo Cardoso, '12 MHRIR, shared five things that have been instrumental to his success.

Newman’s Own Foundation gift paves way for veterans’ success.

Donors come together to help support those with greatest financial need.

Impact of class gift reaches further during COVID-19 pandemic.

As the CEO and president of one of the largest dental insurance providers in the nation, Delta Dental of Minnesota, Rodney Young understands the powerful impact businesses can have on the communities they serve.

Our commitment to serving all alumni, including our BIPOC alumni, is unwavering and driving innovation and change in the way we conduct our work.