Public and white-collar corruption affects society in ways not always obvious. Misappropriated funds can lead to inadequate schools, faulty buildings or homes, unemployment and even homelessness. The ripple effects can also damage local economies and eventually erode public trust.

Tulane professor Matt Sakakeeny recently discussed New Orleans brass bands on Tulane University’s podcast On Good Authority. His research touches on musical theory and expands to include questions about how music affects the fabric of the city and the importance of music education. 

Now that COVID-19 vaccines are widely available and mask mandates and restrictions on gatherings are no longer in place in many areas, is this the year that Thanksgiving and the holidays return to normal? 

Taking data hostage is becoming a lucrative business for criminals — and a costly lesson for companies. Last year, ransomware attacks costs U.S. businesses, local government agencies, hospitals, schools and consumers more than $350 million. 

Tulane epidemiologist Susan Hassig  answers questions about the more contagious Delta variant including the risks of breakthrough cases, what parents should think about as school starts next month and whether we’re likely to need a vaccine booster shot later this year.

Can the same strategies Tulane students learn in a popular life design course help people facing job changes or life disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic?

The Entrepreneurship and the Law class at Tulane Law School launched a research-based audio podcast this week titled, “Just Wanna Quilt.” The podcast is a series of in-depth interviews with quilters and quilt-industry entrepreneurs discussing their creative passion and challenges, alongside the history and art behind the craft.