June 08, 2021
Marek Kolar, Ph.D., associate professor in Trine University’s Ketner School of Business,
provides a detailed look at the U.S. economy in the newest episode of the university’s Faculty Focus podcast.
Kolar, who holds a Ph.D. in macroeconomics and is an expert in monetary policy, discusses topics including how the U.S. and world economies are faring after COVID-19, whether the economic stimulus payments worked as intended, the possible effects of proposals such as raising the minimum wage and government spending on transportation infrastructure, and where the U.S. economy is headed.
Produced through the Trine Broadcasting Network, the Faculty Focus podcast features interviews with Trine University faculty members about current research and/or topics of interest to the community at large. Hosted by James Tew, senior director of content and communications, the podcast is available at facultyfocus.transistor.fm as well as on platforms such as Spotify, iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher.
Last Updated: 06/08/2021
Matthew Liberatore, Ph.D., chair of Trine University’s McKetta Department of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, received a national award and gave several presentations during the annual meeting of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), held Nov. 1-4 in Boston.
The Trine Sales and Marketing Association held its third annual KSB Collegiate Sales Cup on Nov. 12. The event gives students from all majors the chance to showcase their sales skills.
Students in Trine University’s Capstone in Sport Management class won their second National Collegiate Sports Sales Championship (NCSSC) showcase event of the fall, then went on to place in the national Super Showcase.