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Crisis Management: How To Stay Out Of Court, Adrianne Browing, Kimberly Kubicek, Sarah Rigsby, John Roberts

Parameters of Law in Student Affairs and Higher Education (CNS 670)

Crisis Management in higher education is often unpredictable. It requires immediate decision making and quick resolution based on the outcome of an event that has taken place. Institutions have an obligation to reduce uncertainty in the event of crisis and to mitigate the circumstances of potential volatile situations. A crisis management policy should be established and implemented in order to provide a safe and healthy environment for all. In the wake of the Virginia Tech tragedy, a report was provided to the President of Virginia Tech that stated “a strong, vibrant and supportive community is essential in ensuring a safe …

Ua19/13 Athletic Marketing, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by and about Athletic Marketing.

Ua19/16/5 Athletic Media Relations - Film/Video/Audio File, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Film, video and dvd's created by and about the Athletics Department. Files are arranged in the following sub-series:

1. Athletic Music
2. Athletics
3. Basketball, Mens
4. Basketball, Womens
5. Cheerleading
6. Coaches
7. Football
8. Golf
9. Halftime Shows
10. PSA's
11. Press Conferences
12. Sportsline
13. Baseball
14. Track & Field
15. Volleyball

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Tournament Bound, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Greenwell, Zach. Toppers More Focused on Themselves than on Tigers – Basketball
• Greenwell, Zach. Willie Taggart Looking Beyond First Year as Head Coach – Football
• Patton, Emily. Lady Tops Hope to Get First Win at NCAA Tournament – Volleyball
• Patton, Emily. Travis Hudson Measures Career by More than On-court Success – Volleyball
• Harrison, Blake. Athletics Director Ross Bjork Keeps Eyes on Legendary Coach’s Philosophy – John Wooden
• Bratcher, Nick. Nick Slattery Exceeds Expectations, Leads Swim Team as Senior – Swimming
• Claybourn, Cole. Seniors Spark Turnaround in WKU’s Win Over Troy – …

Eam White Paper Series: Sustainability And Innovation For Systemic Change, Dilip Mirchandani

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Eam White Paper Series: 2010 White Papers Deal With Innovation And Sustainability; Reviews Add To Discussion Of Values, William P. Ferris

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Sustainability Principles: A Review And Directions, Paul Shrivastava, Stephanie Berger

Organization Management Journal

In 1987 the publication of Our Common Future by the United Nations’ World Commission on Environment and Development proposed the concept of sustainable development as an ideal for the global economy and corporations. In seeking sustainable economic growth and sustainability at the enterprise level, a number of “sustainability principles” or codes of conduct emerged. A great deal of intellectual effort, managerial resources, and publicity are devoted to these principles. While these principles have created some dialogue, and helped to lead some organizations in the direction of sustainability, their practical effectiveness remains uncertain. This paper provides an overview of sustainability principles …

Ethics & The 15 Minute Evidence-Based Manager: A Review Of A Response To A Critique Published As “Evidence-Based Management: Concept Cleanup Time?” By Rob B Briner, David Denyer, And Denise M Rousseau (Academy Of Management Perspectives, Nov 2009), Donald W. Mccormick

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Using Systems Theory To Conceptualize The Implementation Of Undergraduate Online Education In A University Setting, Kathleen Dechant, Lauren Dechant

Organization Management Journal

As participants in the process of exploring how to formalize and develop undergraduate online education at the University of Connecticut, the authors share their experiences relative to the challenges of identifying and addressing the diverse factors involved in such an endeavor. Recognizing the importance of multi-level organizational change in building, integrating, and sustaining an online learning environment, they utilize systems theory as a unifying framework to better analyze the nature and impact of the changes required to create an environment to support online education within a university.

Three Reviews Highlighting Values In Evidence-Based Management, The New Global Economics, And Personal Behavior, Kristin Backhaus, Devi Akella

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Giving Voice To Values: How To Speak Your Mind When You Know What’S Right, Andra Gumbus

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

The Greening Of Strategic Hrm Scholarship, Susan E. Jackson, Janghoon Seo

Organization Management Journal

The topic of environmental sustainability is attracting increased attention among management scholars. Despite its importance to managers, employees, customers and other stakeholders, however, there is very little scholarship that considers the role of human resource management systems in organizations striving to achieve environmental sustainability. In this article, we propose several specific questions that such scholarship could address. By seeking answers to these questions, HRM scholars could contribute to improved organizational effectiveness and at the same time develop new theoretical models that more adequately reflect the complexity of organizational phenomena.

“The Rise And Fall Of Finance And The End Of The Society Of Organizations” By Gerald F Davis (Academy Of Management Perspectives, August 2009), Frank M. Werner

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Navigating The Innovation Landscape: Past Research, Present Practice, And Future Trends, Shanthi Gopalakrishnan, Eric H. Kessler, Joanne L. Scillitoe

Organization Management Journal

The management of innovation is among the most critical capabilities contributing to the success of modern organizations. It is also complex and frequently misunderstood. In this paper we first provide a broad overview of the organizational innovation literature [the Past] to distill five fundamental themes: What is innovation, why is it important, where does it come from, who engages in it, and how can it be best executed? Second, we illustrate how these concepts are applied by three companies on the vanguard of innovation management [the Present] – Google, Walt Disney, and Johnson & Johnson. Third, we project the discussion …

Teaching The Art And Craft Of Giving And Receiving Feedback, Patricia L. Harms, Deborah Britt Roebuck

Faculty Articles

The article examines the teaching of business communication related to feedback, or the performance evaluation of employees and executives. The importance of feedback in both management and among teams in the workplace is considered. Models of performance evaluations are discussed. Teaching methods for discussing feedback in business communication courses are considered, with specific class assignments related to performance evaluation and evaluation among teams in the workplace are described. Reactions of students to these teaching methods are discussed.

Advertising In Online Social Networks: A Comprehensive Overview, Silvia Stockman

Honors Scholar Theses

This paper examines characteristics of online social networking sites and their implications on advertising. The application of well known interpersonal and mass communication theories to the field allows for an in-depth look at behavioral cues and responses. The interactivity inherent in sites like Facebook, MySpace, YouTube, and in other forums encourages advertisers to tap into engaging their consumers. Types of targeting and the success of word of mouth referrals are examined, as are many of the common stumbling blocks. To better understand the potential versus the problems, we conclude with an analysis of return on investment.

Selling Knowledge: A Sociological Analysis Of Attorney Advertisement In Las Vegas, Giselle Velasquez

UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones

I analyze how Las Vegas attorneys represent themselves, their associates and clients in televised law firm commercials. I use attorney commercials as a case to explore cultural beliefs in media representations. Using an inductive method, I analyze the textual, visual, and aural symbols that appear most frequently in television commercials to interpret how law firm advertisements convey themes of attorney expertise, knowledge, ethnic and gender stereotyping. I introduce this study with a historical evaluation of the rise of advertisement in the United States. I continue discussing how the media is an important realm of discourse that affects people's identity. Using …

Coaching Efficacy With Academic Leaders: A Phenomenological Investigation, Deanna Lee Vansickel-Peterson

College of Education and Human Sciences: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research

The purpose of this psychological phenomenological research was to understand the efficacy of life coaching from the perspective of academic leaders. To date, not one investigation or attempt has been made towards the above stated purpose. This study includes a theoretical overview and a review of the coaching literature from Socrates (469-399 BC) to current day Humanistic theory presented in part by Roger (1902-1987). This process included data collection from five academic leaders who have been coached for at least two years. Levels of analysis of 365 statements, quote and/or comments produced finding of efficacy in life coaching with academic …

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - First Test, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Patton, Emily. WKU Sweeps University of Louisiana Lafayette, Will Face Florida International University Friday – Volleyball
• Greenwell, Zach. Tops to Follow Blowout Wins with First Test in Puerto Rico – Basketball
• 2010 Puerto Rico Tip-off Bracket
• Greenwell, Zach. Bobby Rainey Chasing Individual Goals Along with Wins for WKU – Football
• Robinson, Andrew. Dispatches from the Zoo: An Open Letter from George the Monkey – Football
• Claybourn, Cole. Lady Tops to Endure Tough Stretch Without Amy McNear – Basketball
• Bratcher, Nick. WKU Looks to Extend Streak at Home with Invitational – Swimming

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Facing Adversity, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Robinson, Andrew. WKU Not Moving from Sun Belt Conference
• WKU Hosting Blood Drive with Middle Tennessee State University
• Patton, Emily. Emily Teegarden Overcoming Shaky Start; Lady Tops Channeling Rocky Balboa – Volleyball
• Greenwell, Zach. Freshman Brandon Peters Off to Fast Start for WKU – Basketball
• Greenwell, Zach. WKU Ready to Test Improved Defense Against Sun Belt Conference’s Best – Football
• Greenwell, Zach. Tops Want to Leave Past Road Woes Behind in Season Opener – Basketball
• Osborne, Sam. Cross Country Teams Prep for Regionals In Louisville – Track & Field

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Basketball Season Preview, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Lintner, Jonathan. Ken McDonald Still Young, Still Learning – Basketball
• Greenwell, Zach. Point Guard Battle Highlights Uncertainty in WKU Backcourt – Jamal Crook, Caden Dickerson
• Greenwell, Zach. Transfer Juan Pattillo Embracing Big Expectations for Senior Season – Basketball
• Greenwell, Zach. Steffphon Pettigrew a Reflection of What Coaches Want from Other Players – Basketball
• Claybourn, Cole. Arnika Brown Looks to Make Most of Unexpected Season – Basketball
• Claybourn, Cole. Janae Howard at Home at WKU after Transfer from Louisville – Basketball
• Claybourn, Cole. Lady Toppers Feel They’ve Found Missing Piece – Basketball …

Doctoral Advising, Research Productivity And The Academic Balancing Act: Insights From Michael A. Hitt, Edwin A. Locke, Fred Luthans, Lyman W. Porter, And Anne Tsui, Jennifer A. Moss Breen, John E. Barbuto Jr.

Organization Management Journal

Achieving academic success requires diligence among all concerned – doctoral students, academic advisors, and institutions. This paper presents interviews of five outstanding scholars who have dedicated their lives to research productivity, academic advising, and scholarly service. The work/life balance and output they achieved is the result of purposeful planning, tenacity, and passion for the field and students. The paper first introduces the topic of academic success, then initial thoughts from the authors are presented. Brief biographies of the scholars are shared to demonstrate academic contributions. Interviews are presented as direct quotes from participants, with collective insights offered after each specific …

An Empirical Investigation Of Group Acceptance Using The Big Five Personality Domains, Arpita Joardar, Linda M. Matthews

Organization Management Journal

In this paper, we examine task-based and relationship-based group acceptances of a newcomer from the perspective of personality theory. We used policy-capturing with an MBA student sample for our study. As predicted, our findings indicated that task-based group acceptance was affected by a newcomer’s perceived conscientiousness, openness, neuroticism, and extraversion, while relationship-based group acceptance was influenced by his/her perceived openness, neuroticism, and agreeableness. However, we failed to find support for the effect of perceived extraversion on relationship-based group acceptance. The implications for groups and suggestions for future research directions are discussed.

Executive Search Relationships – Contacts Between Executives And Search Firm Professionals: Scale Development And Validation, Thomas A. Clerkin, Jeong-Yeon Lee

Organization Management Journal

This exploratory study investigates the nature of contacts between executives and search firm professionals, which together encompass the executive search relationship. An initial scale was developed, reviewed by experts and tested. Factor analysis led to a revised scale for further testing, which based on multiple samples identified three types of executive search contacts: (1) search firminitiated contacts; (2) executive-initiated contacts; and (3) contacts for mutual benefit. Correlational studies among these types as well as related concepts in networking behavior are presented, showing executive search relationships to be a unique and distinct measure. A discussion of the executive search construct’s potential …

The Relationships Between Social And Formal Working Conditions And Charisma, Rudi Kirkhaug

Organization Management Journal

This study discusses the relationship between social and formal working conditions and employees’ propensity to attribute charisma to their leaders in normative and professional organizations. Several studies have argued that crises, organic structures, and social conditions, such as group and organizational belonging, are positively correlated with charisma, while formal conditions such as rules and routines are negatively correlated with charisma. However, this study hypothesized that employees attribute charisma to their leader if they are provided with conditions that help them succeed in performing their work, and if such conditions can be related directly to their leader, such as rules and …

Assessing Value Creation And Value Capture In Digital Business Ecosystems, Ravi S. Sharma, Francis Pereira, Narayan Ramasubbu, Margaret Tan, F. Ted Tschang

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School of Business

Interest in business modeling of technology enterprises – the activity of designing the architecture for revenues, costs, products and/or services delivery and the overall value of an enterprise – has risen to prominence with the global crossing of the Internet chasm. However, as several studies have pointed out (c.f., Osterwalder, Pigneur & Tucci, 2005; Teece 2010; Zott & Amit, 2010), the investigations of business models and their fit with the strategy of an enterprise, have received little scholarly attention. In this article we formulate a framework, called ADVISOR, for modeling the business strategies of enterprises in the Interactive Digital Media …

Interviews With Five Respected Scholar-Teachers In The Field Along With Empirical Articles On Group Acceptance, The Role Of Executive Search Firms, And Sources Of Charisma, William P. Ferris

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Insights Of Five Outstanding Scholar-Teachers, Alvin Hwang

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Inquiries Into Group Acceptance, Search Firms, And Charismatic Leadership, Donald E. Gibson

Organization Management Journal

No abstract provided.

Survey On Customer's Perception Of Their Main Banker's Value Disciplines And Service Loyalty : A Case Of Retail Banking Customers In Malaysia., Ng Oy Lin

Student Works (2010-2019)

Being the main banker often enable banks to secure the share of customer’s wallet. However, this position is under threat in view of further market liberalization and technology advancement in the industry. Previous studies have shown that organizations are able to achieve market leadership by delivering comprehensive value delivery strategies which comprise of operational excellence, product leadership and customer intimacy. As organizations often have limited resources, it is paramount to select one of the three value disciplines to be delivered above industry standards but at the same time, ensuring that the other two value disciplines which are not selected, continued …