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The Effect Of Airport Servicescape Features On Traveler Anxiety And Enjoyment, Vanja Bogicevic Mar 2014

The Effect Of Airport Servicescape Features On Traveler Anxiety And Enjoyment, Vanja Bogicevic

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

The physical attributes of the service setting are critical differentiators among service providers that significantly influence customers' emotional responses. Following the changes in the airport industry and addressing the gap in the existing research, this study aims to investigate the relationship between physical servicescape elements, emotional responses of enjoyment and anxiety and word-of-mouth in the context of airport environment.

This study was conducted in three phases. The first phase incorporated an EFA conducted on a pilot study sample of 174 respondents that proposed a six-factor structure of airport service environment. In the second phase of the study, a self-administered online …


2014-March-24-Etsu Forms Partnership With John Cabot University, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-24-Etsu Forms Partnership With John Cabot University, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-24-Etsu Forms Partnership With John Cabot University, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-24-Etsu Forms Partnership With John Cabot University, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


Pharmaceutical Industry Analysis, External Environment, And Technological Assessment For The Development Of An Acquisition Strategy (Novavax), Jessica Freitas, Miluska Mogrovejo Mar 2014

Pharmaceutical Industry Analysis, External Environment, And Technological Assessment For The Development Of An Acquisition Strategy (Novavax), Jessica Freitas, Miluska Mogrovejo

Seaver College Research And Scholarly Achievement Symposium

At the end of 2012, Merck’s Net Sales totaled $47.27 B. The company’s Total Global Pharmaceutical Industry’s Share of Market (SOM) is about 4.3%, making it the seventh largest in the industry as of 2012. Merck’s biggest competitors include, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer Inc., Novartis AG, Bayer AG, Roche Holding Ltd, and Sanofi. In order for Merck to maintain its U.S. and Global Market Share, sustain competitive advantage against its competitors, and maximize its Shareholder Wealth, it must assess its Environmental Threats and Opportunities. Merck greatest Threats are Competition, especially from generic products that devalue Merck’s brand drugs that lose …


Prostitution As A Business, Steven Zhou Mar 2014

Prostitution As A Business, Steven Zhou

Seaver College Research And Scholarly Achievement Symposium

This presentation is based on a book project providing an interdisciplinary introduction to the topic of prostitution. Steven Zhou will present on prostitution as a business enterprise, describing the social stigmatization of sex work as well as how prostitution functions as an industry involving entrepreneurial risks and rewards, stakeholders, a market structure, and occupational hazards.


Innovative Biotechnology Approach To Treating Central Nervous System Diseases, Amanda Miller Mar 2014

Innovative Biotechnology Approach To Treating Central Nervous System Diseases, Amanda Miller

Seaver College Research And Scholarly Achievement Symposium

The Biotechnology Industry is a relatively young industry that saw revenues of $400B in 2012. While the industry is beginning to reach maturity and has seen decelerating growth rates in recent years, the industry is certainly not in decline. Despite slowing down, the industry growth rates have remained relatively stable over the last ten years with 13% growth in 2003 and only decreasing to 9% in 2012. The Biotechnology Industry works in conjunction with the trillion dollar Pharmaceutical Industry to develop drugs to supplement human needs. Instead of focusing on chemical processes, Biotechnology utilizes living organisms and modifies their molecular …


The Acquisition Of Sm Energy As A Proposed Strategy Of Growth For Chevron Corporation, Lindsay G. Gardner Mar 2014

The Acquisition Of Sm Energy As A Proposed Strategy Of Growth For Chevron Corporation, Lindsay G. Gardner

Seaver College Research And Scholarly Achievement Symposium

The Energy Industry is worth $7.5 Trillion. As traditional sources of energy production become more costly to obtain due to scarcity of natural resources and a volatile international political climate, it is imperative that the United States be able to self-sufficiently produce sustainable energy. Chevron Corp. is a global company in the Energy Industry with Net Sales of $230.09 B and a market share of 3.60% in 2012. Extensive analysis of the External Industry Environment and a Company Assessment lead to the formation of the acquisition of SM Energy as a proposed strategy for Chevron Corp. growth. The acquisition would …


2014-March-21-'Walk A Mile', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-'Walk A Mile', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-Dr. Jim Mead Uses Dung Expertise To Confirm Presence Of Bighorn Sheep, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-Dr. Jim Mead Uses Dung Expertise To Confirm Presence Of Bighorn Sheep, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-Executive Briefing To Feature Fox News Commentator Charles Krauthammer, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-Executive Briefing To Feature Fox News Commentator Charles Krauthammer, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-'Love Is Still In The Air', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-'Love Is Still In The Air', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-'Walk A Mile', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-'Walk A Mile', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


Q&A Meta Braymer On Leadership, Melina Downs Mar 2014

Q&A Meta Braymer On Leadership, Melina Downs

Administrative / Professional Faculty Articles

Meta Braymer has always believed that more women need to be in leadership positions. And that conviction was exemplified throughout her career as she made decisions to help women succeed. One of her lasting legacies is the Leadership Colloquium @ UMW, which she founded in 1994. In the following interview, Braymer discusses leadership with me and how women can be inspired to have a more active role in leadership positions.


2014-March-21-B.F.A. Exhibits Under Way At Slocumb Galleries, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-B.F.A. Exhibits Under Way At Slocumb Galleries, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-Graduating Etsu Medical Students Open Envelopes On Match Day, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-Graduating Etsu Medical Students Open Envelopes On Match Day, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


Child Welfare Financing Structure: A Breakdown Of The Major Federal Funding Stream, David A. Merchant Jr., Theodore Byrley Ph.D. Mar 2014

Child Welfare Financing Structure: A Breakdown Of The Major Federal Funding Stream, David A. Merchant Jr., Theodore Byrley Ph.D.

NYS Child Welfare/Child Protective Services Training Institute

As it remains today, the financing structure for child welfare in the United States is convoluted with the intricacies of funding sources. Because of these complexities, employees of child welfare agencies find it difficult to understand where these funds come from, what requirements must be made to obtain them, and how these funds should be used appropriately. The inefficient use of these funds is a major problem in the child welfare system. This paper explains the general financing structure for child welfare, and in turn, develop provides a better understanding of the complex funding that supports child welfare services.

Perhaps …


2014-March-21-Graduating Etsu Medical Students Open Envelopes On Match Day, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-Graduating Etsu Medical Students Open Envelopes On Match Day, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-'Love Is Still In The Air', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-'Love Is Still In The Air', University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-Executive Briefing To Feature Fox News Commentator Charles Krauthammer, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-Executive Briefing To Feature Fox News Commentator Charles Krauthammer, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-Dr. Jim Mead Uses Dung Expertise To Confirm Presence Of Bighorn Sheep, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-Dr. Jim Mead Uses Dung Expertise To Confirm Presence Of Bighorn Sheep, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-21-B.F.A. Exhibits Under Way At Slocumb Galleries, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-21-B.F.A. Exhibits Under Way At Slocumb Galleries, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


Study Abroad As A Transformative Experience: Measuring Transformative Learning Phases And Outcomes, Garrett Anderson Stone Mar 2014

Study Abroad As A Transformative Experience: Measuring Transformative Learning Phases And Outcomes, Garrett Anderson Stone

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to verify Mezirow's (1978) Transformative Learning Theory as a model to explain how study abroad participation facilitates efforts to internationalize students in higher education. Specifically this study used block-entry, logistic and linear regression models to explore the relationship between transformative learning processes and study abroad outcomes. Data were collected from business students (N =107) at Brigham Young University using a retrospective pretest method. Findings indicated transformative learning was occurring in short term study abroad settings and transformative learning phases were related to increases in Intercultural Competence. These findings were consistent between year cohorts suggesting …


Missouri Arts Council Partners With Lu To Present National Tour, Lindenwood University Mar 2014

Missouri Arts Council Partners With Lu To Present National Tour, Lindenwood University

Archived Lindenwood Press Releases

No abstract provided.


2014-March-20-'Diverge': Exhibit By Graduate Students On Display At Reece, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-20-'Diverge': Exhibit By Graduate Students On Display At Reece, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-20-'Diverge': Exhibit By Graduate Students On Display At Reece, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-20-'Diverge': Exhibit By Graduate Students On Display At Reece, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


How Many Credit Card Frauds Must We Endure Before Security Improves?, Maritza Martinez Mar 2014

How Many Credit Card Frauds Must We Endure Before Security Improves?, Maritza Martinez

UCF Forum

Yes, it can happen to you…


Theatre To Present Anna Karenina In Black Box, Lindenwood University Mar 2014

Theatre To Present Anna Karenina In Black Box, Lindenwood University

Archived Lindenwood Press Releases

No abstract provided.


2014-March-19-Pharmacy Student Wins "Best In Show" For Poster, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-19-Pharmacy Student Wins "Best In Show" For Poster, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-19-Pharmacy Student Wins "Best In Show" For Poster, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-19-Pharmacy Student Wins "Best In Show" For Poster, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.


2014-March-19-Etsu To Host Towson Friday In Second Round Of Cit, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University Mar 2014

2014-March-19-Etsu To Host Towson Friday In Second Round Of Cit, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.