UToledo in the News – Highlights

Trans Issues Make Their Way to 2020 Presidential Platforms NBC News – Sept. 12

Jami Taylor, College of Arts and Letters, expects to see more attention to trans issues during this election season.

2020 Election: How the Democrats Say They’d Lower Drug Prices PBS Next Avenue – Sept. 10

Evan Zoldan, College of Law, explains presidential candidate proposals would require Congressional action.

What Happens to Your Body When You Wear a Heavy Backpack Every Day Reader’s Digest – Sept. 6

Nabil Ebraheim, College of Medicine and Life Sciences, advises limiting the weight of a backpack to 10-15% of the child’s body weight.

How Policing Reform Can Actually Harm Black Americans Washington Post – Aug. 21

Michael Stauch, College of Arts and Letters, argues technological solutions to crime actually worsen social inequality and its symptoms.

Why Aren’t There Any Left-handed Quarterbacks
in the NFL? Washington Post – Aug. 13

Stephen Christman, College of Arts and Letters, explains how left-handers have superior closed-loop motor abilities, making them excel in sports such as boxing, tennis and fencing.

Making Money off of Politics Isn’t New
The Conversation – Aug. 12

Jeff Broxmeyer, College of Arts and Letters, describes how getting rich off politics is an old tradition.

Florida State Football Won’t be Changed
Much by School’s New Athletic Association,
but It’ll Have Big Say Over Whether it Works
The Athletic – July 25

Geoffrey Rapp, College of Law, explains decision’s appeal to be able to move at the speed that big businesses require.