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Engaging Youth In Philanthropic Practice: Field-Building Strategies And The Promise Of Youth-Possible Philanthropy™, Kimberlin D. Butler

The Foundation Review

Traditional philanthropy has largely been top-down, with communities — including youth — having limited decision-making power. Despite philanthropy’s recent shift toward participatory approaches, young people in these historically excluded communities are often ignored as contributors to philanthropic strategy.

Youth-Possible Philanthropy™ (YPP) offers a new, emerging theoretical framework that proposes to shift this dynamic by positioning youth as co-creators and possibility catalysts in philanthropic governance and strategy. YPP is grounded in possibility development, participatory approaches, and trust-based philanthropy.

The article provides strategies for operationalizing YPP. Case examples illustrate how YPP can foster authentic power-sharing and bridge gaps in philanthropic practice.

Front And Back Matter

The Foundation Review

No abstract provided.

Strengthening Evaluation Contracting Partnerships: Fostering Stronger Relationships Between Funders And Small, Proximate Evaluation Firms, Hippolyt Pul, Carlisle Levine

The Foundation Review

Foundations often support initiatives in multiple countries and cultures, including within the United States, with limited access to or familiarity with the people and local contexts in which activities occur. To gain a deep and nuanced understanding of their investments’ relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability, foundations are often eager to partner with evaluators close to the contexts and people who participate in and are most affected by their investments.

Yet, foundations’ procurement and contracting systems may not be built for these partnerships. Through the Strengthening Evaluation Contracting Partnerships Initiative, we are addressing this challenge by helping foundations, small and proximate evaluation …

Editorial, Julia Coffman

The Foundation Review

No abstract provided.

2025-05-01 Understanding Hb4: Anti-Dei Kentucky Legislation, Bernadette Barton

Faculty Senate Records

A PowerPoint presentation delivered by Bernadette Barton to the Faculty Senate on Kentucky House Bill 4 on May 1, 2025. This presentation is the independent work of the faculty author. Morehead State University promotes the free exchange of ideas and the academic freedom of its faculty. The views expressed are those of the author and do not reflect the views or guidance of the University.

2025-05-01 Student Course Evaluation Research, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Research conducted on student course evaluation and submitted to the Faculty Senate on May 1, 2025.

2025-05-01 Draft Resolution In Response To Kentucky House Bill 424, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

A draft resolution in response on HB424 submitted to the Faculty Senate on May 1, 2025.

2025-05-01 Comments On Kentucky House Bill 424, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Comments on Kentucky HB 424 from the Executive Council submitted to the Faculty Senate on May 1, 2025.

2025-05-01 Pac-3 Emeritus Status For Faculty - Revisal, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Another proposed revisal for PAC-3 Emeritus / Emeriti status for faculty, submitted to the Faculty Senate on May 1, 2025.

2025-05-01 Proposed Uar Service Awards, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

A proposed UAR for annual service awards to full-time employees submitted to the Faculty Senate on May 1, 2025.

2025-05-01 Feedback On Proposed Uar On Emeriti Benefits, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Feedback given on the proposed UAR on emeriti benefits submitted to the Faculty Senate on May 1, 2025.

Hdwsa2: A Secure Hierarchical Deterministic Wallet Supporting Stealth Address And Signature Aggregation, Xin Yin, Zhen Liu, Guomin Yang, Guoxing Chen, Haojin Zhu

Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems

Hierarchical Deterministic Wallet (HDW) and Stealth Address (SA) are widely used in cryptocurrency communities due to their functionality and security. In the preliminary version of this work (ESORICS 2022), we formally define the syntax and security models of Hierarchical Deterministic Wallet supporting Stealth Address (HDWSA), capturing the functionality and security requirements imposed by the practice in cryptocurrency. We propose a concrete HDWSA construction and prove its security in the random oracle model. Note that when applied in blockchain, in practice, signature aggregation could reduce the cost of computation, storage, and communication dramatically. In this full version, we develop HDWSA definition …

A Comparative Analysis Of Advertising Appeals In Anti- Smoking Advertisements (Print And Online Display Ads) From 1990s To 2020s In The U.K, Ayomide Adebare Mr, Jill Nash Dr

Journal of Applied Marketing Theory

This study provides a comparative analysis of advertising appeals in static anti-smoking advertisements in the U.K. from the 1990s to the 2020s, using quantitative content analysis. The research evaluates print and online display advertisements, focusing on the prevalence of rational (gain-framed and statistical) and emotional (fear and guilt) appeals. The study investigates shifts in appeal usage over time and the broader societal and regulatory influences driving these changes. Findings indicate a strategic shift in public health messaging, moving from fear-based appeals in the 1990s to increased reliance on gain-framed appeals by the 2020s. This study enhances academic understanding of how …

Comments From The Editors, Tulay Girard, Brian Whelan

Journal of Applied Marketing Theory

Welcome to the Spring 2025 issue of the Journal of Applied Marketing Theory. The Journal of Applied Marketing Theory (JAMT) is dedicated to providing a reputable platform for the dissemination of academic research that both advances marketing knowledge and offers practical insights for marketing professionals.

In this issue, we are pleased to feature six manuscripts that explore a diverse range of topics within the field. Each article was well-received by our review team and contributes valuable perspectives to current marketing discussions. We are delighted to share these contributions with our readers and hope you find them both insightful and thought-provoking.

Assessing The Implicit Prices Of Health And Wellness Product Attributes In Pet Food: A Hedonic Analysis Approach, Lonnie Hobbs Jr., Andrew Anderson

Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Faculty Publications and Presentations

Here we examine product attributes present in dry dog food to show there exist potential price premiums and discounts associated with health and wellness attributes in dry dog food. The findings indicate price premiums are associated with attributes related to digestion and allergy care. Pricing discounts are found to be associated with immune support and dental attributes. The results of this study are anticipated to be a starting point for more sophisticated and dynamic analysis of pricing and willingness-to-pay studies in the pet food industry.

Toward A Dynamic View Of Corporate Purpose, Dorothy S. Lund

Faculty Scholarship

Scholars debating the corporation’s role in society generally advance the view that there is only one desirable orientation for corporations and their management. Specifically, proponents of a stakeholder governance model contend that focusing management on a broad set of corporate constituents maximizes overall welfare, while advocates of a shareholder-centric directive counter that prioritizing shareholders creates social welfare by rendering the firm most profitable. This Article offers another view: It suggests that the welfare-maximizing purpose for corporations could change depending on external economic conditions, which both of these positions assume away. Specifically, shareholder primacy is likely to promote welfare in a …

Predicting Late Deliveries In International Healthcare Logistics Using Machine Learning Models, Jeevan Sai Gali

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

The healthcare supply chain plays a pivotal role in ensuring the timely delivery of essential medical supplies, particularly during global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this critical system is often plagued by inefficiencies and disruptions caused by factors such as inadequate infrastructure, natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, and variability in vendor performance. These challenges underscore the need for advanced methodologies to enhance supply chain resilience and operational efficiency. This culmination experience project explores the integration of machine learning models and external variables, such as the Logistics Performance Index (LPI), to optimize lead-time predictions and mitigate risks in global healthcare …

Usage And Engagement Patterns Of Students In Online Learning Platforms, Sumalatha Panja

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

Online leaning platforms play an important role in this modern education world by providing flexible and diverse learning opportunities. This study investigates the most engaged online learning platform and the pattern by which the students are mostly attracted to a particular platform by focusing on enrollments, duration, price and completion rate of each course across different platforms. The research questions asked in this paper are: (Q1) What are the most engaged online learning platforms by students? (Q2) What are emerging patterns of engagement of students in online learning platforms? The dataset which is used for answering these questions is being …

Understanding Household Financial Stability: Examining The Effects Of Inflation And Income, Cyndy E. Gutierrez-Fierros

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

This study aims to investigate the impact of inflation on US household financial stability from 2013 to 2023. As inflation rises, individuals’ purchasing power erodes leading to influence economic behaviors. Behaviors such as spending, saving, and borrowing should be a priority concern in the US economy. Results of this study reveal that inflation does not affect financial well-being and its direct impact on household stability is statistically weak. Regression testing shows that income emerges as the most significant factor. Most noticeably income influences savings and debt management in a positive way. As per these results, economic policies should be focused …

Navigating Perspectives: A Phenomenological Inquiry Into Communication Experiences Between North American–Trained International School Leaders And Expatriate Staff, Maggie Cashdollar

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This descriptive phenomenological study explored the communication approaches and experiences between leaders and expatriate staff in English-medium international schools. The researcher aimed to understand how leadership communication, feedback, and cultural awareness impact professional relationships and organizational effectiveness in diverse educational settings. Semistructured online interviews were conducted with seven current or former international school leaders and teachers to capture their lived experiences. Thematic analysis revealed three major themes: (a) communication approaches, (b) the role of feedback in the workplace, and (c) cultural awareness in communication. Five subthemes emerged: (a) expectations, (b) inclusion, (c) being present, (d) growth mindset, and (e) positivity. …

The Number Of Portfolio Holdings And Performance Of Actively Managed Mutual Funds, Mason Wanzenried

Business/Business Administration

This study tests for a quadratic relation between number of holdings and performance for open-end mutual funds. Based on previous literature and practical portfolio management constraints, a quadratic relation is hypothesized. If confirmed, this would suggest an optimal number of holdings. The results show the hypothesized quadratic relation for fixed income funds, but not for other asset classes. The findings hold for both large and small-scale funds.

What Do Consumers Prioritise When Selecting Climate-Affected Produce And What Trumps Empathy Towards Farmers?, Liudmila Tarabashkina, Rajesh Rajaguru, Kenneth Kaysan Khayr (Fu Xian) Ho

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Despite the prevalence of extreme weather events (e.g., droughts), little is known about factors that would prompt consumer to choose climate-affected (suboptimal) produce over climate-unaffected (“normal”) food, and how much they would pay for it. This study has examined if empathy towards farmers: 1) outweighs the importance of the intrinsic attributes typically affected by extreme weather events (aesthetic look, taste, firmness, and size), and 2) enhances the effectiveness of extrinsic attributes controlled by marketers (price, retail setting, resilience marketing message). Two discrete choice experiments were carried out – one with a sample of Australian students (Study 1, N = 358) …

Successful Commercialisation In Startup Accelerator Programmes: How Different Startup Ecosystems Matter, Farzaneh Eslamloo, Kerry Brown, Zahra Amrollahi Biyouki

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

This study examined the influence of the Western Australian and Iranian startup ecosystem contexts, including the powers and liabilities that determine startups’ commercialisation outcomes. By utilising a theoretical framework based on programme evaluation, explanatory theory building, and critical realism, a cross-contextual comparison study was conducted. The study showed that the context of startup accelerator programmes and the startup ecosystem is an important determinant of commercialisation outcomes. The study revealed factors that impede startup accelerator programme success, including low follow-on investment, ecosystem immaturity, the ineffective agency of the Western Australian and Iranian governments, low levels of talent among startup agents, and …

Empirical Evidence Of Factors To Improve Student Engagement From Experiential Learning Activities, Lara Molendijk, Ross H. Taplin, Andrew J. Brennan

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Experiential learning activities (ELAs) are student-centered activities, such as case studies, that have benefits derived by students being active. Although the literature contains advice on which characteristics enhance ELAs, empirical evidence measuring the impact of these characteristics on engagement is scarce. This paper aims to fill this gap by comparing student engagement from 34 ELAs with varying levels of six characteristics the literature claims are beneficial. Data from a student questionnaire are analyzed with regression and content analyses. The results suggest engagement is most effectively improved when ELAs are authentic and contain the right level of detail and, to a …

Creating A Website To Introduce And Inform Local Apparel Businesses’ Sustainability To Fayetteville College Students, Elana R. Applegate

Apparel Merchandising and Product Development Undergraduate Honors Theses

Fast fashion has increased clothing consumption and waste, contributing to severe environmental consequences. Large retailers rapidly produce garments to keep up with microtrends, leading to consumer waste and unsustainable habits. This thesis aims to educate University of Arkansas students about fast fashion’s environmental impact and promote sustainable shopping practices. To achieve this goal a website will be created for educational purposes and will provide information on sustainability and fast fashion as well as local sustainable apparel businesses in Northwest Arkansas. The research draws from consumer behavior studies, business sustainability models, and the effectiveness of educational interventions on shopping habits. The …

Brand Loyalty And Repurchase Intention In The Face Of Opportunistic Recalls: The Moderating Role Of Perceived Dialogical Csr Communication, Shahid Hussain, Pi Shen Seet, Asim Qazi, Abdul Salam, Saalem Sadeque, Sanaullah Shar

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Product recalls, particularly when perceived as opportunistic, can trigger severe consumer backlash, undermining brand loyalty and escalating protest behaviors that threaten long-term consumer-brand relationships. This study integrates expectancy violation theory and situational crisis communication theory to understand the implications of opportunistic recalls for brand loyalty and repurchase intention. A survey with 425 responses from car owners in the United States was analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM). It found that opportunistic recalls significantly exacerbate negative brand personality and directly influence protest behavior and brand loyalty. A counterintuitive finding emerges with protest behavior positively impacting brand loyalty, an …

Hope Experience Essentials: The Next Generation Of Service Standards At Mayo Clinic, Jennifer Packard, Richard M. Elias, Thomas J. (Tripp) Welch, Karee A. Munson, Jonathan A. Leighton

Patient Experience Journal

Engaging employees in providing exemplary patient experience has been challenging for healthcare leaders in recent years given the pressures of the regulatory environment, increases in staff burnout and rising patient expectations. Amid these challenges, addressing patient experience remains a top priority for healthcare organizations. A novel intervention has been applied at Mayo Clinic with the goal of improving both employee engagement and patient experience. Previous efforts to teach service excellence involved customer service trainings, sometimes purchased through outside vendors. This new initiative is based on our organizational culture and values, input from our employees and patients, and considers the changing …

What Makes A Hospital Gown Functional? A Comparative Case Study Of Effective Patient-Centered Design Practices In Four (N = 4) Hospital Gowns, Robmarie Lopez

Patient Experience Journal

A hospital gown is essentially a patient uniform. Yet, the typical ``tie in the back'' hospital gown, standard garb for routine medical procedure, can have great influence over key intervention factors like receptiveness to treatment and patient self-esteem. Thus, the goals of this study are two-fold: 1) To understand patient perceptions of the standard hospital gown, and 2) To understand which principles and elements of design underpin effectively functional hospital gown redesign. Aim 1 was assessed via a comprehensive literature review of n = 5 qualitative or mixed-methods studies which surveyed or interviewed patients on their experience with the standard …

Adolescents With Cystic Fibrosis Expressing Their Possible Selves Through Photovoice: A Longitudinal Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis To Prepare A Peer Support Intervention For Healthcare Transition, Maxime Morsa, Adélaïde Vincent-Lardy, Julie Haesebaert, Catherine Llerena, Lucie Pelz, Philippe Reix, Rémi Gagnayre, Quitterie Reynaud

Patient Experience Journal

While the transition from pediatric to adult care has become a field of study and practice focused on preparing the adolescent to ``become an adult with a chronic condition'', we are conducting participatory research to develop, implement, and evaluate a peer-support intervention aimed at supporting transition from pediatric to adult care for adolescents living with cystic fibrosis within two hospital centers in France. In preparation for this intervention, we would like to better understand how peer support could support identity self-determination of the adolescents. We conducted a longitudinal qualitative research using photovoice technique. For one year, 8 French adolescents (15–18 …

The Impact Of Learners On Patient Satisfaction In The Orthopedic Setting, Sydney Boike, Kevin Hodge, Lynsey Malin, Timothy Nyangacha, Rebekah Kleinsmith, Megan Reams, Julia Stumpf, Bradley Nelson

Patient Experience Journal

This investigation evaluates the impact of learners and their post-graduate year (PGY) levels on patient satisfaction in the orthopedic outpatient clinic, an area with limited prior research. A retrospective cohort study was conducted using data from July 2020 to December 2022, involving 2,484 patients, with a 39% response rate. Satisfaction was measured via NRC Health surveys, focusing on the likelihood of recommending the provider or clinic based on the presence of learners, categorized as none, present in the clinic, or involved in patient care. Non-parametric statistical analysis revealed significant reductions in satisfaction when learners were involved in care, with top-box …