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Afternoon Break, Mercer University School Of Law

Mercer Law Review Symposium

No abstract provided.

Determinants Of The Returns To Sports Cards, Evidence From The Nba, George Langelett

Mountain Plains Business Conference

This is the first study to investigate the role of NBA player performance on the value of NBA rookie cards of Basketball athletes. Previous studies have found that a player’s race does not affect the price of one’s rookie card. This is the first study to investigate the impact of performance variables, including points per game, rebounds, assists, and steals significantly affect a player’s salary, as well as one’s race, signing a new contract, winning a championship, and appearing in the “all-star” game on the annual change in price of one’s rookie card during the same time period. Utilizing data …

Extending The Nordic Leader Behavior Model Into The 21st Century: Development As A Necessary Third Dimension, David Palmer

Mountain Plains Business Conference

Classic leader behavior theory as developed by researchers from Ohio State University and the University of Michigan from the mid-20th Century identified two crucial behavioral dimensions: concern for production/task completion, and concern for the social aspects of group members. In the 1990s Nordic researchers identified a third potential dimension: concern for the development of group members/followers. Given the increasing importance of human capital and knowledge work to the changing 21st Century workplace and the evolving nature of the psychological contract between employees and their organizations, a fuller discussion of the relationships created by simultaneously considering all three dimensions of leader …

The (Mis)Alignment Between Customer Evaluations Of Specific Service Dimensions And Their Overall Experience Ratings, Linlin Chai, Jin Li, Shan Awasthi, Somnath Banerjee

Mountain Plains Business Conference

In the highly competitive airline industry, customer satisfaction and loyalty are significantly influenced by the nuances of flight experiences. A crucial issue, largely overlooked by the literature, is the alignment—or misalignment—between customer evaluations of specific service dimensions and their overall experience ratings. This misalignment is commonly observed in consumer reviews, where high ratings for individual aspects (e.g., seat comfort or in-flight entertainment) may not always translate into equally high overall satisfaction scores, and vice versa. Understanding this alignment or misalignment is critical because it offers insights into the complex nature of customer satisfaction, revealing that it cannot be fully captured …

Using Generalized And Mba Self-Efficacy To Predict Aacsb Competencies: A Pilot Study, Mike Allgrunn, Chet E. Barney, Steven M. Elias

Mountain Plains Business Conference

Academic achievement is a high priority to both MBA students and MBA administrators. In order to increase the likelihood of academic success, MBA administration constantly scrutinize over MBA program applications for admissions. If a student possesses sufficient academic preparation, the likelihood of success in the program increases; however, an undergraduate GPA, sufficient work history, and a GMAT score are not the only variables that determine MBA program success. In this article we analyze the well published concept of self-efficacy in an innovative light. This study assesses whether generalized self-efficacy and MBA self-efficacy are related to MBA students’ acquisition of competencies …

Vol. 26, No. 11 - Whole No. 114, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 10 - Whole No. 113, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 9 - Whole No. 112, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 8 - Whole No. 111, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 7 - Whole No. 110, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 6 - Whole No. 109, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Panel 3: The Lawyer As Judge Or Other Neutral Actor - Moderator Kaleb Byars, Verda Colvin, Charles Geyh, Marc T. Treadwell

Mercer Law Review Symposium

Meet the Panelists

Justice Verda M. Colvin was appointed to the Georgia Supreme Court by Governor Brian Kemp on July 29, 2021, after having been appointed to the Georgia Court of Appeals by Governor Kemp on April 9, 2020. She previously served as a Superior Court judge in the Macon Judicial Circuit which serves Macon-Bibb, Crawford, and Peach Counties having been appointed by Governor Nathan Deal on April 16, 2014. Judge Colvin grew up in southwest Atlanta. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Sweet Briar College in Virginia and her J.D. from University of Georgia School of Law. Before her …

Case Study: Accounting For Contingent Liabilities, Matt Bjornsen, Sarah Borchers, Steven C. Hall

Mountain Plains Business Conference

U.S. GAAP allows many contingent liabilities to remain off-balance sheet, whereas fair value accounting addresses this issue. Our case study examines a company’s contingent liabilities reported under both standards. Our case study was trialed and received positive student feedback for its relevance and engagement; students appreciated the insights gained and found it a refreshing change from typical lessons, with sufficient detail without being overwhelming. Suggestions for improvement included clearer explanations, additional guidance, discussion groups, and links to FASB statements to enhance understanding and provide practical insights. We are currently looking for additional feedback to improve our case!

Goodwill Elasticity And The Opportunity For Favorable Financial Reporting, Nicholas Wilson, Drew Stevenson

Mountain Plains Business Conference

ASC 350-20 grants public business entities (PBEs) the discretion to determine timely recognition of goodwill impairment charges, which likely introduces managerial ambiguity in the goodwill impairment process. Consequently, this paper explores whether the ambiguity in goodwill accounting standards allows managers to engage in favorable financial reporting during economic unrest, such as the global financial crisis of 2008 and 2009 or the COVID-19 pandemic beginning in 2020. The study introduces an indicator variable to identify PBEs with highly elastic goodwill changes, providing insight a PBE's internal processes and how its management practices for goodwill impairment differ from standard industry practices. We …

Impact Of Increasing Marketing Costs On Farm-To-Retail Price Transmission, Frank Tenkorang

Mountain Plains Business Conference

The relationship between farm and retail prices is critical in food supply chains. Marketing costs significantly influence both prices. Higher marketing costs reduce farm demand, lower farm prices, and increase retail prices, consequently lowering farm share of the food dollar. The USDA reports show a decline in the farm share from 18 cents in 2011 to 13.5 cents in 2021 due to rising marketing costs. This paper examines price transmission between farm and retail prices, focusing on the impact of marketing costs using historical data and the VECM. Preliminary results reveal a weaker long-term relationship during periods of higher marketing …

Mastering Sales Excellence: Navigating The Balance Between Authentic Innovation And Routine Automation In The Ai Era, Victoria Hailey, Maria Kalyvaki

Mountain Plains Business Conference

The advent of generative AI has significantly transformed the sales landscape, presenting both opportunities and challenges. AI can enhance efficiency in the sales process by providing insights into industry trends, organizational background research and assist in perfecting the sales pitch. However, the challenge remains for salespeople to maintain authenticity and personal engagement during interactions, ensuring that AI-generated content does not come across as formulaic or insincere. This paper will investigate best practices for leveraging AI while preserving the human touch that is crucial for successful sales outcomes.

Vol. 26, No. 5 - Whole No. 108, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 4 - Whole No. 107, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 3 - Whole No. 106, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 2 - Whole No. 105, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Vol. 26, No. 1 - Whole No. 104, David Bratman

Mythprint

Mythprint is the monthly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local and written discussion groups.

Lunch, Mercer University School Of Law

Mercer Law Review Symposium

No abstract provided.

Resume: Liu An-Ping, An-Ping Liu 刘安平

Zhou Documents

This resume consists of the artist's educational background, and his career, including experience of being expelled from school and imprisoned for a year for participating in political activities in 1989. . (Yifan Shang '25)

Mr. Earnest "Jack" Wright

African American Funeral Programs

Mr_Earnest_-Jack-_Wright.pdf - Funeral program for Mr. Earnest "Jack" Wright

Leveraging Machine Learning For Wellbeing Research In Marketing: Enhancing Federal Nutrition Programs And Food Decision-Making, Rohini Daraboina, Andrea Leschewski

Mountain Plains Business Conference

Machine learning offers innovative tools to enhance research on federal nutrition programs and food decision-making, moving beyond traditional methods. Algorithms extract key features to pinpoint potential program issues, allowing for more refined predictions about participation and behavior using large-scale data, unlike prior studies that typically rely on controlled lab settings. We propose a case study using machine learning to predict participation in a major nutrition education program, with implications for diet quality and food security. Validation of machine learning insights will involve qualitative research and surveys. This approach demonstrates the potential for connecting wellbeing research and marketing by offering deeper …

Telework And Food Insecurity In The United States, Andrea Leschewski, Bhaskar Kaushik, Triwit Ariyathugun, Bridget Bafowaa

Mountain Plains Business Conference

Nearly 20% of Americans telework or work from home. Telework has the potential to impact household food insecurity by reducing household time constraints and increasing household disposable income and time flexibility. Using data from the Household Pulse Survey, this study analyzes the association between telework and food insecurity in the United States. Two-stage least squares results indicate the association between telework and food insecurity varies with income. Telework is associated with reduced food insecurity among households with income between 100% and 200% of the Federal Poverty Line (FPL) and increased food insecurity among households with income below 100% FPL.

Panel 2: The Lawyer As Advocate - Moderator Pat Longan, Mark Brown, Jonathan Rapping, Christian Stegmaier

Mercer Law Review Symposium

Meet the Panelists

Mark R. Brown was born in Louisville, Kentucky, and earned his bachelor of science degree from the University of Dayton in 1981. Following graduation from the University of Louisville School of Law in 1984, he earned his LL.M. at the University of Illinois (1988). He clerked for the Honorable Harry W. Wellford, Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (1984-1985) and served as a Judicial Fellow at the Supreme Court of the United States (October Term 1993) under the chief justice of the United States. Brown currently holds the Newton D. Baker/Baker …

Morning Break, Mercer University School Of Law

Mercer Law Review Symposium

No abstract provided.

Predictors Of Stress Among Accounting Students, Steve Hall, Sarah Borchers, Matt Bjornsen

Mountain Plains Business Conference

In assessments of wellbeing, accounting students report experiencing significant amounts of stress. Bjornsen et al (2024) describe a wellbeing program integrated into the curriculum of a small accounting program of a university in the American Midwest. The authors note several areas of concern based on student responses to the wellbeing assessment portion of the program. In particular, accounting students noted that they experience a lot of stress. We extended the Bjornsen et al assessment by including demographic data to determine whether the areas of concern varied by student groups. Identifying the student groups most at risk would allow us to …

Utilization Of Activity-Based-Assessments At A Comprehensive Institution: The Comparison Between An Undergraduate General Studies Course And A Senior Capstone Course, Jeryl Nelson

Mountain Plains Business Conference

Assessment of outcomes in higher education continues to be an important area of study. This paper examines the use of activity-based-assessments in two different courses, an undergraduate general studies course, and a senior capstone course. Relationships between the direct assessments and other indirect measures are explored. The process for implementing the instruments, along with how the institution utilizes the results are included. The procedure utilized could be useful for other quantitative courses with little impact on instructional time.