faculty

Theaster Gates takes new leap as arts pioneer

Long ambitious in his artistic and civic vision, Gates will foster new connections as Director of Arts and Public Life.


Susie Allen

Magic Bullets: Can small businesses rebuild our economy?

Prof. Erik Hurst's research shows most small businesses have little desire to grow big


Goolsbee: Europe in 999 mode

Prof. Austan Goolsbee weighs in on economic troubles abroad, U.S. debt ceiling issues


Brain imaging offers clues to math anxiety

Assoc. Prof. Sian Beilock studies brain scans of students and finds shift in mindset can alleviate math anxiety


Clever Apes: Reimagining Robots

Look at Prof. Heinrich Jaeger 's jamming technology notes future robots could morph into 'slug'-like shapes


Taxpayers feel fallout from NBA lockout

Sr. Lect. Allen Sanderson notes local fans will continue to spend in cities, even without basketball