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2023-12-00 Newsletter, Morehead State University. Staff Congress.

Staff Congress Records

Staff Congress newsletter from December of 2023.

Assessing The Effectiveness Of A Chatbot Workshop As Experiential Teaching And Learning Tool To Engage Undergraduate Students, Kyong Jin Shim, Thomas Menkhoff, Ying Qian Teo, Clement Shi Qi Ong

Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems

In this paper, we empirically examine and assess the effectiveness of a chatbot workshop as experiential teaching and learning tool to engage undergraduate students enrolled in an elective course “Doing Business with A.I.” in the Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) at Singapore Management University. The chatbot workshop provides non-STEM students with an opportunity to acquire basic skills to build a chatbot prototype using the ‘Dialogflow’ program. The workshop and the experiential learning activity are designed to impart conversation and user-centric design know how and know why to students. A key didactical aspect which informs the design and flow …

2023-November-30-A Passion For Paleontology.Pdf, University Advancement, East Tennessee State University, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Technically, they met on the ETSU campus – not in a classroom, but in a lab at the Gray Fossil Site back in 2016.

And their official first date was an end-of-semester party for a geosciences class both were auditing.

Collins Chew and Janice Hornburg weren’t the typical college students. Both were relishing life in their golden years. Collins had been married for more than 60 years and was now a widower. Janice had been married when she was younger but had been single for 37 years…with no plans to change her status.

They volunteered at the site together, had …

2023-November-30-How To Manage Finals Week Stress.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Ever had that dream where you walk into class the day of the final exam, and in the very moment when you panic, realizing you’ve not been to class the entire semester, haven’t taken one note and haven’t cracked open the textbook, you wake up with a jolt?

Hopefully no East Tennessee State University students find themselves in the predicament of that common dream in reality, but the feelings of stress and anxiety surrounding end-of-semester projects and studying for final exams are all too real for many.

Finals Week as well as the week before – commonly called “Dead Week,” …

2023-November-29-Roundup- Etsu Arts Events In December.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

As the calendar turns to December, East Tennessee State University’s campus is a flurry of activity as students and faculty wrap up the fall semester and prepare for finals week and commencement. And much of that activity takes place in the arts.

ETSU is home to a thriving arts community, and the university invites the community to celebrate the holidays with music and film and take in an art exhibit in the days ahead.

Department of Music

• An ETSU Percussion Faculty Recital featuring the world premieres of two new works for percussion will be held Friday, December 1, …

2023-November-28-Alumnus Utilizes Pharmacy Informatics Training In New Role, Bill Gatton College Of Pharmacy, East Tennessee State University, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

The nearly 1,000 alumni at ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy serve all over the country in a variety of career specialties that continue to expand beyond traditional roles in community pharmacies.
 
One alumnus from the Class of 2023 has taken a unique role in pharmacy informatics, which focuses on utilizing medication-related data and knowledge within healthcare systems to help deliver optimal medication-related patient care and health outcomes. Dr. Jonathan Holan recently moved to Verona, Wisconsin, near Madison for a new position as a Clinical Project Manager at a company called Epic.
 
“My role is a clear departure from the conventional …

2023-November-28-Better Workplaces Tennessee Launches Workplace Recognition Program.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Better Workplaces Tennessee, an innovative, data-driven initiative designed to transform workplace culture, announced its official launch, marking a historic collaboration between the Tennessee Department of Health and the Strong BRAIN Institute at East Tennessee State University.

Supported by the Appalachian Promise Alliance, internationally recognized author and speaker Becky Haas and the ETSU Research Corporation, this initiative is set to transform workplace experiences for both employees and the people they serve.

Better Workplaces Tennessee is committed to applying trauma-informed science and training best practices to revolutionize organizational cultures, creating safer, more inclusive and empowering work environments. This groundbreaking recognition …

2023-November-28-Etsu Great Lecture Series Continues December 8.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Drs. Lee Bidgood, Nick Hagemeier and Gary Henson will be featured in the second installment of East Tennessee State University’s Great Lecture Series.

The new lecture series, which began in October, celebrates and showcases the work of faculty who have recently been promoted to full professor at ETSU. Faculty play an integral role in the mission of ETSU through their teaching, research and service, and this lecture series provides them an opportunity to share their work with the broader community.

The second installment will be held Friday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. in the East Tennessee Room on the second …

2023-November-27-Etsu Will Screen 1954 Classic, ‘White Christmas’.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

East Tennessee State University is doing its part to ignite the holiday spirit in the Appalachian Highlands.

That trend continues on Friday, Dec. 1, when the 1954 musical, “White Christmas,” will be screened at the newly renovated Bud Frank Theater.

The screening starts at 7 p.m.

“We invite the community to visit our campus and enjoy this free screening,” said Dr. Chelsea Wessels, associate professor in the Department of Literature and Language. “This is a fabulous way to get into the holiday spirit and join ETSU as we strive to enrich the Appalachian Highlands through the arts.”

For generations, …

2023-November-27-‘Creating Better Workplaces’.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

“Creating Better Workplaces: A Trauma-Informed Approach” is the topic of an upcoming presentation in the East Tennessee State University Ballad Health Strong BRAIN Institute (SBI) Resilience Series.

Dr. Wallace E. Dixon Jr. will be the speaker for the free virtual presentation on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at noon. Participants may register for the Zoom link.

In his presentation, Dixon, founding director of the SBI and a professor in the Department of Psychology at ETSU, will discuss how workplace leaders can maximize the productivity of their units by promoting employee satisfaction and belongingness through a sustainable commitment to trauma-informed practices.

This Resilience …

2023-11-27 Message From The President, Morehead State University. Office Of The President.

Staff Congress Records

A message from the President to the campus community on upcoming events.

2023-November-25-Etsu Plays Critical Role In State Mitigation Plan.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Continuous downpours in August 2021 created catastrophic flooding.

The wildfires that raged in November 2016 scorched more than 90,000 acres.

And the tornadoes that roared through in 2011 left several dead.

Natural disasters occur on occasion in the Volunteer State, and having thorough plans in place to help minimize the destruction is critical.

East Tennessee State University is playing an important role on this front.

Earlier this month, the state of Tennessee announced that the 2023 Tennessee State Hazard Mitigation Plan had earned formal approval from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

“This report provides the most current understanding of risk …

2023-November-24-Yao Named Quillen College Of Medicine’S Dishner Chair Of Excellence.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Dr. Zhi Q. Yao, division chief of research and director of East Tennessee State University’s Center of Excellence in HIV/AIDS in the Quillen College of Medicine, has been named the college’s Paul Dishner Chair of Excellence in Medicine.

Established in 1989, the primary focus of the Dishner Chair of Excellence in Medicine is to enhance research efforts in the Quillen College of Medicine.

He is well-suited for the task.

During his time at ETSU, Yao has brought more than $10 million in grant funding for his research either as the principal or co-principal investigator on numerous research projects and …

Data Analytics And Compliance With Aacsb Accounting Technology Standards: A Critically Appraised Topic, Gregory J. Tanzola

Engaged Management ReView

As technology accelerates and gains importance in the accounting industry, the inclusion of technology in accounting curricula also becomes more important. Indeed, this inclusion is a requirement of the academic accounting accrediting body, The American Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). However, neither minimal guidance nor standards for meeting the technology requirements currently exist. This topic paper examines how academic accounting departments may address data analytics as a component of the AACSB’s technology requirement. The analysis synthesizes peer-reviewed articles exploring how data analytics are being integrated into accounting curricula and identifies three main concerns: (1) the need for …

2023-November-22-Etsu Professor Named Rural Health Fellow By National Rural Health Association, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Balio’s research focus at ETSU is centered on Medicaid, governmental public health systems and social determinants of health.  

Dr. Casey P. Balio, an assistant research professor with East Tennessee State University’s Center for Rural Health Research in the College of Public Health, has been named a 2024 Rural Health Fellow by the National Rural Health Association.

The NRHA announced its incoming class of Rural Health Fellows last month, with 17 fellows selected to participate. Each year, the NRHA selects highly motivated individuals who have proven their dedication to improving the health of rural America through their educational and professional …

2023-November-22-Balio Named Rural Health Fellow By National Rural Health Association.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Dr. Casey P. Balio, an assistant research professor with East Tennessee State University’s Center for Rural Health Research in the College of Public Health, has been named a 2024 Rural Health Fellow by the National Rural Health Association.

The NRHA announced its incoming class of Rural Health Fellows last month, with 17 fellows selected to participate. Each year, the NRHA selects highly motivated individuals who have proven their dedication to improving the health of rural America through their educational and professional experiences.

The yearlong program aims to develop leaders who can articulate a clear and compelling vision for rural …

2023-November-21-Etsu Presents 2023 Alumni Awards.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Nine East Tennessee State University alumni and friends were recently honored with 2023 Alumni Awards on Friday, Nov. 17.

The George L. Carter Award was presented to Lt. Gen. Ronald V. Hite, a member of the Class of 1964. Hite led a decorated career in the military that spans more than three decades, commanding at every level and holding many unique positions during assignments throughout the United States, Germany, Vietnam and Korea.

These assignments included leadership and command positions in two infantry divisions, including commanding a battalion in the 7th Infantry Division. He also held a battalion staff position and …

2023-November-21-Etsu To Host Indigenous Heritage Celebration For Native American Heritage Month.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

East Tennessee State University will host an Indigenous Heritage Celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 29, in observance of Native American Heritage Month.

This event will take place in The Cave on the first level of the D.P. Culp Student Center from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. It is sponsored by the Mary V. Jordan Multicultural Center and Native American Student Organization at ETSU.

November is Native American Heritage Month, and its observance is important for educating people on the history and contributions of the Indigenous peoples.

“We have over 550 federally recognized tribes in the United States alone,” said Dr. Deborah Thibeault, …

2023-November-20-Wets-Fm Promoting Npr College Podcast Challenge.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Local college students who are aspiring podcasters can compete for their podcast to be showcased nationally in the third annual “College Podcast Challenge,” hosted by NPR.

The competition is open for submissions until Jan 5, 2024. As in years past, the challenge is the same: produce a podcast between three and eight minutes on a topic, issue or story of your choosing. The winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship and $500 will be awarded to finalists. The grand prize winner and finalists will be notified in February 2024.

Chad Barrett, station director at WETS-FM, recently interviewed Janet Woojeong Lee, …

2023-November-17-Semester Recap, Bill Gatton College Of Pharmacy, East Tennessee State University, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

Greetings!

I want to share with you a quick recap of our semester achievements and noteworthy headlines within our college. 

August had lots of milestones, including welcoming our Class of 2027 during Gatton Ready and our White Coat Ceremony. 

We celebrated the accomplishments of Dr. Jessica Burchette, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, who was honored with the prestigious Distinguished Faculty Award for Teaching at our university's Faculty Convocation. Dr. Burchette's dedication and commitment to excellence in teaching have significantly contributed to our academic success.  

In addition, Drs. Burchette and Katelyn Alexander, Director of Experiential Education, were both named new …

2023-November-17-Etsu Board Approves Employee Pay Raises, New Contract For President.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

During its quarterly meeting held earlier today, East Tennessee State University’s Board of Trustees approved the largest pay increase for employees in the university’s modern history. This includes raising the university’s starting hourly wage for full-time, benefits-eligible employees to at least $13.65, a 19.3 percent increase over the current starting rate of $11.44.

The starting wages for employees of ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine and Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy will be at least $15 per hour. Additionally, full-time, benefits-eligible employees will receive a 4.5 percent increase, capped at $7,500 per person. The $7,500 maximum does not apply to employees …

Staff Council Agenda, Georgia Southern University

Staff Council Meeting Minutes & Agendas

No abstract provided.

2023-November-17-Etsu Athletic Equipment Staff Help Players, Coaches In Myriad Ways.Pdf, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

While most of the glory in athletics is reserved for on-the-field heroics, there are droves of dedicated staffers who labor long hours.

Such is the case at East Tennessee State University.

And while Sam Rice and Roger Hammons work in relative obscurity, both perform critical work, finding their profession of athletic equipment management exciting and rewarding.

They call it a “customer service” job. “You have to take care of the players every day – coaches as well – making sure everybody has the equipment they need for practice and games,” said Rice, athletic equipment manager in ETSU’s Department of Intercollegiate …

Staff Council Minutes, Georgia Southern University

Staff Council Meeting Minutes & Agendas

No abstract provided.

2023-11-17 Research And Creative Productions Committee Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate., Research And Creative Productions Committee.

Faculty Senate Records

The meeting minutes of the Research and Creative Productions Committee for November 17, 2023.

2023-11-16 Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate meeting minutes from November 16, 2023.

2023-11-16 Letter From The Dean Of The College Of Education, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate., April D. Miller

Faculty Senate Records

A memo sent out by April D. Mller, Dean of the College of Education, to the faculty of the college sent on November 16, 2023, titled "Discussion on College Restructure."

2023-11-16 Employee Benefits Committee Proposal Redraft, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Revised proposal for the Employee Benefits Committee submitted to the Faculty Senate on November 16, 2023.

2023-November-15-Campus Conversations Etsu Army Rotc, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

In this episode of Campus Conversations, President Noland speaks with LTC Jared Powell about the legacy of success of ETSU's Army ROTC program and the accomplishments of ETSU's cadets, past and present.

2023-November-15-The Value Of Higher Education In Tennessee, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

I have written before about the value of higher education to both individuals as well as our communities. Now, I am proud to share that East Tennessee State University has joined forces with nine other public universities in Tennessee to help share that message across the state. Through a new campaign called “Four the Future,” we are working to increase awareness of the strong return on investment our universities provide for all Tennesseans.

At an individual level, a university education remains the surest path to economic mobility. Median earnings for bachelor’s degree-holders are 84 percent higher than those …