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Embedding Sustainability Literacy In Business School Curricula Through Reflective Pedagogy: An Exploratory Study Of Student Reflections Of The Sulitest, Ciara Nolan Dr, Cormac H. Macmahon, Olivia Freeman, Alacoque Mcalpine, Lucia Walsh, Deirdre Duffy Dr

Conference papers

Purpose

Sustainability has emerged as a megatrend affecting all aspects of management practice. SDG 4.7 has mandated business schools to provide education for responsible leadership and to integrate sustainability principles in their curricula. Faculty are challenged to mainstream sustainability through engaging pedagogy that inspires and offers concrete tools. Yet, pedagogy has been viewed as a key challenge to embedding sustainability in management education.

Design / Methodology / Approach

We highlight the role of reflection in promoting the enhancement of sustainability literacy in business school curricula, supporting our proposition that management education for sustainability must have a reflective dimension that engages …

2021-August-26-Scientists Join Quillen.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – (August 26, 2021) Crown Laboratories Chief Science Officer Dr. Thomas Hitchcock and Director of Biological Science Dr. Mun Su Rhee have been appointed as adjunct faculty members in the East Tennessee State University Department of Biomedical Sciences. The skin care company scientists join the university as part of a collaboration to foster research activity.

The appointments into the department will provide opportunities for collaboration, internships and more between Crown and ETSU, particularly in skin and microbiome science. Additionally, this will provide a potential pipeline of ETSU graduate recruiting to more technical roles within the skin care company. …

2021-August-26-Etsu Snpha Earns National Honors.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

National honors

JOHNSON CITY, TN (August 26, 2021) — At the recent national Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) conference, East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy’s SNPhA chapter took home four national honors, including winning the National Scrapbook Competition. 

This year’s honorees from Gatton College of Pharmacy included:

• Dr. Horace and Ethel Bynum Endowed Scholarship—Nitin Joshi (’23) 

• Rite Aid Endowed …

2021-August-25-Exploring Black Appalachian Music Podcast.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 25, 2021) — A six-part podcast series, “Sepia Tones: Exploring Black Appalachian Music,” is in the works, co-hosted by Dr. Ted Olson, an East Tennessee State University professor of Appalachian Studies and Bluegrass, Old-Time and Country Music Studies, and Dr. William Turner, a noted scholar on African American communities in Appalachia.

The first two episodes are now available on all popular podcast streaming platforms through the Great Smoky Mountains Association’s “Smoky Mountain Air” podcast.

Dr. Ted Olson

2021-08-25 Guidance On Covid-19 Public Health Precautions, Morehead State University. Covid Support Team.

Staff Congress Records

Guidance on Covid-19 Public Health Precautions developed by the Covid Support Team to respond to questions on what to do when infected.

2021-08-25 Covid Support Team, Morehead State University. Covid Support Team.

Staff Congress Records

A notice sent out to the campus community by the Covid Support Team regarding student absence notifications on August 25, 2021.

2021-08-25 General Information For Covid-19 Response, Morehead State University. Covid Support Team.

Staff Congress Records

Geenral information for faculty and staff regarding Covid-19 response.

2021-August-24-Perreault Publishes Book Chapter On Esports.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 24, 2021) — Video gaming played competitively, or eSports, has grown in such popularity that universities, including ETSU, have established their own teams to compete against similar lineups at peer educational institutions. eSports is also piquing the interests of university researchers and those in marketing and communication.  

That is why Dr. Mimi Perreault, an associate professor in the Department of Media and Communication at East Tennessee State University, said she took the opportunity to contribute a chapter on the news coverage of eSports to the “Handbook of Research on Pathways and Opportunities Into the Business of eSports,” …

2021-08-24 Message From The President, Morehead State University. Office Of The President.

Staff Congress Records

A message sent by the President of Morehead State University to the campus community upcoming dates of importance, employee compensation and Covid vaccinations on August 24, 2021.

2021-August-20-Distinguished Faculty Awards.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY – (August 20, 2021) Three East Tennessee State University faculty members were presented with the Distinguished Faculty Award in the areas of teaching, research and service.  This award is the highest honor given to an ETSU professor.  Each honoree receives a medallion and a $5,000 prize provided by the ETSU Foundation.

Dr. Sean Fox, a lecturer and laboratory coordinator (microbiology) in the Department of Health Sciences in the College of Public Health, is the recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award for Teaching.

Fox joined ETSU as a lecturer in June 2013.  He received his B.S. in …

2021-August-20-College Of Nursing Hosts Convocation And Pinning Ceremony.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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August Convocation and Pinning

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 20, 2021) — The East Tennessee State University College of Nursing held a virtual and in-person pinning and convocation ceremony on Friday, Aug. 13, for its almost 200 August graduates. The ceremony was held at ETSU’s new Martin Center for the Arts.

“The ETSU College of Nursing is one of the few colleges of nursing across the state graduating such a large group of nurses over the summer,” said Dr. Kathryn Wilhoit, who served as interim dean …

Staff Council Meeting Minutes, Georgia Southern University

Staff Council Meeting Minutes & Agendas

No abstract provided.

Staff Council Agenda, Georgia Southern University

Staff Council Meeting Minutes & Agendas

• Call to Order
• Consent Agenda
• Presidential Updates and Comments | Dr. Kyle Marrero
• Information Sharing and Gossip
• Human Resources Updates | Carissa Hendricks
• Treasurer Report | Matthew Pulliam
• Committee Reports
• Old Business
• New Business
• Important Dates and Announcements
• Adjournment

2021-08-19 Audit Committee Agenda Book, Morehead State University. Board Of Regents., Audit Committee.

Morehead State Board of Regents Agenda Books and Meeting Minutes

Agenda booklet of the Audit Committee of the Board of Regents held on August 19, 2021, which includes the approved meeting minutes of June 17, 2021.

2021-08-19 Agenda Book, Morehead State University. Board Of Regents.

Morehead State Board of Regents Agenda Books and Meeting Minutes

Agenda booklet for the Board of Regents meeting of August 19, 2021 which includes the meeting minutes of June 17, 2021.

2021-08-19 Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate meeting minutes from August 19, 2021.

2021-08-19 Faculty Senate Newsletter, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate newsletter from August 19, 2021.

2021-August-18-Tri-Cities College Fair.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 18, 2021) – Over 50 colleges and universities from across the Southeast will be represented at the annual Tri-Cities College Fair hosted by East Tennessee State University’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions on Thursday, Sept. 2, from 9 a.m.-noon and 6-8 p.m. at Freedom Hall Civic Center. 

All area high school students, prospective transfer students and their families are invited to attend this college fair, which is free and open to the public. Representatives of regional two- and four-year institutions will be present to discuss admission requirements, scholarships, academic programs, campus life and more.

“We know there have …

2021-August-18-Etsu Health Sports Medicine Brings High-Quality Care To The Tri-Cities.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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ETSU Health Sports Medicine

Ralph L. Mills, M.D., who has long been the practicing physician at ETSU Health's BucSports clinic, is now also accepting patients at ETSU Health Family Medicine clinics in Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol.

JOHNSON CITY  (Aug. 18, 2021) – ETSU Health’s three Family Medicine clinics now offer comprehensive Sports Medicine care for all generations, from injury treatment and prevention to orthopedics care and ultrasound-guided joint injections.

Ralph L. Mills, M.D., who has long been the practicing physician at ETSU Health's BucSports clinic, is now also accepting patients at ETSU Health Family Medicine clinics in Johnson …

2021-August-17-Etsu Response: Haiti.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 17, 2021) – East Tennessee State University has activated its ETSU Response website to provide information on support for those affected by the Aug. 14 earthquake in Haiti.

The website, www.etsu.edu/response, provides links and contact information for those who wish to provide volunteer or monetary support to relief agencies working with the Haitian people in the aftermath of the 7.2-magnitude earthquake, which resulted in the deaths of at least 1,400 people and injuries to more than 7,000. In addition to the damage and destruction from the earthquake, tropical depression Grace is currently moving toward the island, …

2021-August-17-Rotc Cadet Chase Baird Is Us Army Airborne School Honor Graduate.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 17, 2021) — East Tennessee State University Army ROTC Cadet Chase Baird recently graduated with honors from the U.S. Army’s Airborne School, becoming a paratrooper.

Cadet Baird, a Marion, North Carolina native and 2018 graduate of McDowell High School, is a rehabilitative health sciences major at ETSU where he also plans to obtain a minor in military science. In addition to this recent accomplishment, Baird, a rising senior at ETSU, has also completed Army Air Assault School.

“Attending Airborne School has been a goal of mine for quite some time,” said Cadet Baird. “Since I was …

2021-August-17-Etsu Professors Named Consulting Editors Of Johns Hopkins Series.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 17, 2021) – Two East Tennessee State University professors have been selected as consulting editors of an innovative new series, “Race, Mental Health and Inequality in the 21^st Century,” by Johns Hopkins University Press.

These editors are Dr. Elwood Watson, a professor in the Department of History in ETSU’s College of Arts and Sciences, and Dr. Hadii Mamudu, a professor in the Department of Health Services Management and Policy in the College of Public Health.

As consulting editors for this interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed series, Watson and Mamudu will identify topics and authors or volume editors of promising …

2021-August-16-Womens Studies Changes Name Updates Curriculum.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 16, 2021) – If Women’s Studies at East Tennessee State University is anything, it is dedicated and resilient, according to Program Director Dr. Phyllis Thompson.

Since its founding, the Women’s Studies Program has seen several milestones. The Women’s Studies (WMST) minor was approved in 1993; the ETSU chapter of Tri Iota, the National Women’s Studies Honor Society, was formed; the Notable Women of ETSU Award was created in 2002; and the Women’s Studies bachelor’s degree was approved in 2007.

Dr. Phyllis Thompson

The “East Side” Of Las Vegas: A Latinx Historical Framework, Nathalie Martinez

Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal

Spanish heritage speakers in the United States are a reflection of everchanging linguistic and sociolinguistic pressures that result in myriad varieties across generations. This paper provides a preliminary historical framework to fill this gap of linguistic knowledge in the Spanish-speaking community of Las Vegas, Nevada. The goals were two-fold: (1) highlight the largest Spanish-speaking communities in Las Vegas and (2) explore the significance of the East Side in the history of the Latinx population of Las Vegas. Through the analysis of oral histories and historical works, the investigation highlights the Mexican, Salvadoran, and Cuban populations of Las Vegas and their …

Qualitative Review Of Educational Interventions For Improving Physical Activity Behaviors In Older Asian Americans In The United States, Raisa Kabir, Manoj Sharma, Sayeda Tazim Zaidi, Chia-Liang Dai

Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal

Physical activity (PA) provides numerous health benefits and minimizes chronic diseases and mental health issues, especially in older adults. The national survey data indicated that only 27.3% to 44.3% of older adults meet the recommended PA guidelines of 150 to 300 minutes/ week. There is limited data on PA behavior among older Asian American (AA) adults as very few to no local/national surveys have targeted these marginalized subgroups. This comprehensive review aims to identify existing PA intervention strategies and to update current knowledge on the effectiveness of these interventions to improve PA behavior among aging AA in the US. The …

The Future Of The Live Entertainment Tax In Southern Nevada, Katie M. Gilbertson

Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal

The Live Entertainment Tax (LET) in Nevada generated nearly one billion dollars during the 2019-2020 fiscal year. LET revenue all goes to the State General Fund, even though 97 percent of LET revenue is generated in Clark County. Nevada is experiencing an economic crisis, particularly in the tourism industry. Solutions from various fields suggest the best way to boost the local economy is to reinvest revenue in its original county. One policy solution Nevada policymakers should consider is to carve out a percentage of revenue generated by the LET to return directly back to Clark County to revitalize tourism.

Diabetes Mellitus Affects Working Memory, Dylone C. Braganza, Emmanuel Flores, Lauren A. Crew, Ryan A. Wirt, Andrew A. Ortiz, Adam M. Mcneela, Jefferson W. Kinney, James M. Hyman

Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) degrades the brain’s ability to remember, think, and carry out tasks. The exact cause is not known, but several risk factors have been identified, including diabetes mellitus (DM). DM causes elevated blood sugar levels due to reduced insulin production in the pancreas. The linkage between elevated glucose levels and the behavioral impairments are not fully understood, which was the focus of this study. Rats were trained to alternate directions in a maze to receive a reward on consecutive trials. After training, five rats were injected with streptozotocin (STZ), which induces hyperglycemia by injuring pancreatic beta cells. Three …

A Timeline Of Discovery And Current Research On Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma And Emergence Of Potentially Permanent Treatment Solutions, Yonosuke Dejesus, Guadalupe Moreno Ceballos

Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal

This research examines the timeline of the discovery and research of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG). By reviewing the literature on genetic and molecular mechanisms, we aim to emphasize a long-term treatment solution (iSTENT) to mitigate intraocular pressure (IOP) related to POAG etiology and disease progression. POAG is a multifactorial, autosomal dominant, adult-onset eye disease wherein the optic nerve cells become damaged due to a buildup of excess aqueous humor, resulting in increased IOP. Consequently, POAG leads to progressive loss of peripheral vision and is the leading cause of blindness in the US. Due to the multifactorial nature of glaucoma’s inheritance …

Racial Profiling: Understanding The Practice Of Stop-And-Frisk In New York City, Lisa Ly

Spectra Undergraduate Research Journal

Racial profiling has become a prominent issue in modern policing today. Instead of being based on individual suspicion, racial profiling embodies a belief that people of color are continuously singled out by the police for scrutiny and harassment. Policies and procedures make the Black community vulnerable to police discrimination and racial profiling. Floyd et al. v. City of New York et al. (2013) declared that the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) practice of stop-and-frisk was racially profiling Black civilians. This study sought (1) to determine if the NYPD post-Floyd is still engaging in racial profiling towards Black civilians; and (2) …

2021-August-13-Gatton College Of Pharmacy Welcomes Class Of 2025.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

JOHNSON CITY (Aug. 13, 2021) — East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy welcomed 65 student pharmacists in the Class of 2025 during an orientation week that culminated with a traditional White Coat Ceremony today at the new ETSU Martin Center for the Arts. 

“This is a day that has been long in the making for the students on this stage,” said Dr. Debbie Byrd, dean of Gatton College of Pharmacy, during her address at the ceremony. “For them, it began with a desire to seek a profession in health care and culminated with their decision to …