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Dr. Condoleezza Rice’S Leadership Strategies While Overcoming The Glass Ceiling, Erica J. Butler
Dr. Condoleezza Rice’S Leadership Strategies While Overcoming The Glass Ceiling, Erica J. Butler
2010-2016 Archived Posters
A qualitative case study delineating the leadership strategies used by Dr. Rice to overcome the glass ceiling. Transformational leadership and glass ceiling conceptual frameworks informed the study. Primary and secondary archival data revealed three emergent themes that are characteristic of African American women and indicate a need for implementation of diversity among business practices to facilitate the appointment and promotion of African American women to higher levels of leadership.
Student Wellness And The Residency Experience, Joseph Spillman, Laura R. Haddock, Michelle Perepiczka
Student Wellness And The Residency Experience, Joseph Spillman, Laura R. Haddock, Michelle Perepiczka
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This project surveyed MS Mental Health/Marriage Couple and Family /Career residency students. Data was collected over the course of two year s of residencies in a variety of geographic locations to determine what impact the residency experience had on the ProQuol Compassion Satisfaction, burnout and secondary traumatic stress levels of Walden Master’s counseling students. The goal was to use the information to assist Walden faculty in the training, education, and personal support of counseling students in their professional and personal growth and development.
Death Anxiety, Depression, And Coping In Family Caregivers, Veronica Semenova
Death Anxiety, Depression, And Coping In Family Caregivers, Veronica Semenova
2010-2016 Archived Posters
Previous research suggests a relationship between caregiving and depression associated with negative impact on the caregivers’ health; however, there remains a gap regarding possible relationships among depression, death anxiety, and coping in family caregivers. In this quantitative study, participants included 46 family caregivers. Multiple regression analysis identified significant relationships between death anxiety, depression, coping, and duration of caregiver experience.
Development Of A Servant Leadership Questionnaire, Michelle M. Burcin, Harold R. Griffin
Development Of A Servant Leadership Questionnaire, Michelle M. Burcin, Harold R. Griffin
2010-2016 Archived Posters
The United States of America is in the midst of a leadership crisis with leaders putting their self-interest above that of their stakeholders. Servant Leadership is a perceived solution, but lacks empirical support. The researchers will develop a multidimensional instrument using Spears’10 constructs of Servant Leadership and exploratory factorial analysis (EFA). This study may shape the future of leadership training and development and support good decision-making.
Information Sharing Among Public Safety Agencies, Vinyl Baker
Information Sharing Among Public Safety Agencies, Vinyl Baker
2010-2016 Archived Posters
During the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster failures in communications and information sharing occurred among public safety agencies. These communication problems led to the loss of lives, the destruction of property, and the delay of timely medical assistance. Results indicated that while standard operating procedures have changed since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster, there is still a need for greater emphasis in regards to training, interoperability, and shared resources among public safety agencies
Exploring Deliberative Democracy: Tribal Membership Meetings Under Indian Reorganization Act Constitutions, Jo Anne House
Exploring Deliberative Democracy: Tribal Membership Meetings Under Indian Reorganization Act Constitutions, Jo Anne House
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This was a qualitative study of deliberation and participation in a tribal government setting. The results of this study identified high levels of deliberation and participation with a need to focus on improving the aspect of showing respect towards others. Improving deliberation can result in a more networked community, identification of a greater number of solutions, and greater acceptance of the solution selected.
Exploring Knowledge Sharing In The Department Of Defense, Melissa Ann Connell
Exploring Knowledge Sharing In The Department Of Defense, Melissa Ann Connell
2010-2016 Archived Posters
A phenomenological study using Nonaka and Takeuchi’s socialization, externalization, combination, and internalization (SECI) model explored the organized, continual method of tacit-to-explicit knowledge theory for organizational knowledge creation. Twenty participants shared their lived experiences in semi-structured interviews. Ten primary themes emerged, with results indicating the foundation for supporting the knowledge sharing process.
Encouraging Corporate Social Responsibility In Rayong, Thailand, Christina Spoons, Mark Gordon
Encouraging Corporate Social Responsibility In Rayong, Thailand, Christina Spoons, Mark Gordon
2010-2016 Archived Posters
A review of literature revealed a gap in research on effective ways to promote corporate social responsibility in the Rayong province of Thailand where the Integrated Refinery and Petrochemical Company (IRPC) is located. This case study used purposeful sampling of eight key informants in a CSR program designed to help restore the environment surrounding the refinery, increase cooperation and good will between IRPC and surrounding villages, and make better use of local resources.
Factors Influencing Voter Behavior In Two Inner-City Communities In Jamaica, Apollone S. Reid
Factors Influencing Voter Behavior In Two Inner-City Communities In Jamaica, Apollone S. Reid
2010-2016 Archived Posters
A phenomenological study explored the decision making process of voters in two inner-city communities in Jamaica, wherein results of three consecutive general elections showed homogenous voting in favor of incumbent candidates. Voting behavior examined through theoretical frameworks of reciprocal determinism and counter-control supported influences among environmental, cognitive, and behavioral factors.
Understanding Transformative Learning Experiences Of Peer Leaders In The Mpowerment Project, Kenneth G. Patterson
Understanding Transformative Learning Experiences Of Peer Leaders In The Mpowerment Project, Kenneth G. Patterson
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study explored the experiences of peer leaders in the Mpowerment Project, an HIV behavior intervention program, to determine factors of effectiveness in their work. Within a framework of transformative learning, the researcher explored motivation, traits, skills, and abilities brought to the experience, activities taken to ensure success, comparison of experiences and expectations, and perceptions extended to future leaders.
Blurring The Ingroup-Outgroup Distinction: The Agenda For Acceptance For All, Bryan M. Niederman
Blurring The Ingroup-Outgroup Distinction: The Agenda For Acceptance For All, Bryan M. Niederman
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study offered participants an opportunity to alter automatic evaluations of others. Intergroup experiences that emphasize social identity complexity (SIC) and cross-cutting group membership (CCGM) awareness can supplant initial impressions, attenuate/replace prejudicial beliefs, reshape ingroup-outgroup boundaries, reduce social category distinctions, and introduce a culture of acceptance. 39 staff of a nonprofit agency participated in SD (learn about the social identities of others), DEC (cooperative task aiming to achieve a superordinate group goal), or comparison. Participation impacted participant perception of levels of acceptance of diversity and behavior as it pertains to being free of bias, prejudice, and discrimination, major social change …
Relationships Of Emotional Intelligence And Performance-Based Self-Esteem With Burnout Among Pastors, Jeannie Miller-Clarkson
Relationships Of Emotional Intelligence And Performance-Based Self-Esteem With Burnout Among Pastors, Jeannie Miller-Clarkson
2010-2016 Archived Posters
Burnout threatens the emotional and physical well being of pastors as well as their ability to provide competent and compassionate leadership to their congregations. This study examined the roles of emotional intelligence and performance-based self esteem in the experience of burnout among pastors. Significant relationships were identified.
The Role Of Leadership In Ict Integration And Its Impact On The Economy In Haiti, Carmel Louis-Jacques
The Role Of Leadership In Ict Integration And Its Impact On The Economy In Haiti, Carmel Louis-Jacques
2010-2016 Archived Posters
A phenomenological study on the process and effect Haitian leaders have on the implementation and application of information communication technologies in Haiti. Guided by Colaizzi’s Seven Steps of Phenomenological Analysis, the emerging concepts included key sectors, corruption, lack of infrastructure, decentralization, and engagement. The findings can aid researchers, academicians, and leaders interested in investigating how the use of ICT can produce positive or negative social and political outcomes in LDCs.