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Thomas Kuntzleman

By on April 11, 2015 in Faculty Publications

Kuntzleman, Thomas S., Nathan Ford, Jin-Hwan No, and Mark E. Ott. “A Molecular Explanation of How the Fog Is Produced when Dry Ice Is Placed in Water.” Journal Of Chemical Education 92, no. 4 (April 2015): 643-648. doi:10.1021/ed400754n

Abstract: Everyone enjoys seeing the cloudy white fog generated when solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) is placed in water. Have you ever wondered what physical and chemical processes occur to produce this fog? When asked this question, many chemical educators suggest that the fog is produced when atmospheric water vapor condenses on cold carbon dioxide gas that sublimes through the water. But this explanation is incorrect, as shown by Luck and co-workers in an article previously published in J. Chem. Educ. Herein, we extend this previous work by presenting some simple experiments and explanations that provide a model for how the fog forms when dry ice is placed in water. Many of these experiments can be carried out using materials found at the pharmacy, grocery store, or hardware store. The explanations involved draw from many concepts taught in general chemistry such as vapor pressure and Le Châtelier’s principle.

George Griffin

By on March 31, 2015 in Faculty Publications

Griffin, George, Maia Noniashvili, and Nino Enukidze. “Consumer Behavior in The Republic of Georgia regarding FMCG Products: The role of Russia in affecting Consumer Behavior after reaching DCFTA with EU countries.” Journal of Eastern European and Central Asian Research 2, no. 1 (2015).

Abstract: Until 2008, Russia was one of the major importers of Free Market Consumers Goods (FMCG) products from Georgia as well as a major exporter of FMCG products to Georgia. After conducting a large-scale aggression against Georgia in August, 2008; occupation of two territories in Georgia, ethnic cleansing of people in those territories; and giving recognition of independence to these two territories; Georgia terminated diplomatic relations with Russian Federation on September 2, 2008. After Russo-Georgian war in 2008 the amount of imported food products from Russia decreased. The aim of the research is to study Georgian consumer behavior; identify the factors which influence consumer behavior as a result of the Russo-Georgian War and The European Union Association Agreement; and to analyze the impact of the occupation of the Georgian territories had on trade relations with Russia.

Mark Edwards

By on March 20, 2015 in Faculty Publications

Edwards, Mark T. “Cold War Transgressions: Christian Realism, Conservative Socialism, and the Longer 1960s.” Religions 6, no. 1 (2015): 266-285.  doi:10.3390/rel6010266

Abstract: This essay examines the convergence of the Protestant left and traditionalist right during the 1950s. Reinhold Niebuhr and the World Council of Churches challenged Cold War liberalism from within. As they did, they anticipated and even applauded the anti-liberalism of early Cold War conservatives. While exploring intellectual precursors of the New Left, this essay forefronts one forgotten byproduct of the political realignments following World War II: The transgressive politics of “conservative socialism.” Furthermore, this work contributes to growing awareness of ecumenical Christian impact within American life.

John Obradovich

By on January 12, 2015 in Faculty Publications

Gill, Amarjit, Nahum Biger, and John Obradovich. “The Impact of Independent Directors on the Cash Conversion Cycle of American Manufacturing Firms.” International Journal of Economics and Finance 7, no. 1 (2015): 87-96. doi: 10.5539/ijef.v7n1p878

Abstract: This study examined the impact of independent directors on the cash conversion cycle of American manufacturing firms. A sample of 189 American manufacturing firms listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) for a period of five years (from 2009–2013) was used. The findings indicate that the presence of independent directors on the board of directors shortens the inventory period and cash conversion cycle of manufacturing firms. The study contributes to the literature on the factors that shorten the cash conversion cycle of the firm. The results may be used by financial managers and operations managers.

James Coe

By on September 26, 2014 in Faculty Publications, General

Sukhodoeva, L. F., and James Coe. “Innovations in Training Leaders of an Organization.” Economics Bulletin of the Nizhny Novgorod University 2, no. 1.  (2014): 278-282.

Abstract: It is mandatory in the present-day global business society that leading universities should incorporate innovative and global factors which enhance business leaders’ educational needs. If higher education stays relevant in a world which has become linked in business economic interdependence, the use of innovative methodologies in presenting learning experiences for these leaders becomes imperative.

Mark Edwards

By on July 25, 2014 in Faculty Publications

Edwards, Mark. “Can Christianity Save Civilisation?: Liberal Protestant Anti-Secularism in Interwar America.” Journal of Religious History. Advance online publication (2014). doi: 10.1111/1467-9809.12126

Abstract: This article explores the geopolitics of liberal evangelicalism, Christian Realism, and the ecumenical movement as collective responses to the rise of “secularism” after World War I. Alternatively, it considers how liberal Protestants looked to Roman Catholicism for support in their defence of the Christian identity of the United States and the West more generally. The long history of Christian anti-secularism in America complicates familiar portraits of liberal Protestants as agents of secularisation.

Cameron Moore

By on June 30, 2014 in Faculty Publications

J. Cameron Moore. “Outward Seeming: Lancelot’s Prayer and the Healing of Sir Urry in Malory’s Morte Darthur.”Arthuriana 24, no. 2 (2014): 3-20. doi: 10.1353/art.2014.0019

Abstract: Lancelot’s reaction to prayer in the Sir Urry episode of the Morte Darthur differs from his other responses to efficacious prayer, revealing the disjunction between his inward spiritual state and his outward appearance as the greatest knight in the world.

Tovah Sheldon

By on April 13, 2014 in Faculty Publications

Gullen, Kristine, and Tovah Sheldon. “Synergy sparks digital literacy.” Journal Of Staff Development 35, no. 2 (2014): 36-39.

Abstract: Knowledge has become an accessible commodity, and reaching for information on the Internet is remarkably comfortable and intuitive to most youth. Yet the unrestricted access and unabashed confidence of students using digital devices has placed many educators on unfamiliar and sometimes uncomfortable footing. Educators are often no longer the only experts on the information, tools, and know-how used to gain knowledge.

For teachers, becoming proficient with digital tools isn’t enough. With the exponential rate of innovation, and the creation of websites, apps, and devices, roles are changing. The person whose disposition is to be curious, confident, and eager to try something new, explore, engage, and try again learns what is needed to teach and lead regardless of age or position.What are the implications for the classroom? How do educators cultivate and grow this new type of learner? How do educators become this type of learner?

Charles Sanders

By on April 1, 2014 in Faculty Publications

Sanders, Charles G. “Why the Positional Leadership Perspective Hinders the Ability of Organizations to Deal with Complex and Dynamic Situations.” International Journal of Leadership Studies 8, no. 2 (2014).

Abstract: The 21st century competitive global environment is dynamic, complex, and multi-cultural, and necessitates a more rapid response to changes to survive (Rost, 1991). The most effective approach for dealing with this is to involve employees in the various leadership processes for the organization (Pearce & Conger, 2003; Raelin, 2003). However, the leadership role described is not the common view of leadership based on authority. Rather, the required leadership is based on everyday influence processes by anyone in the organization derived from knowledge and the recognition for the need for a specific change. This paper shows how the perpetuated perspective of leadership as something reserved for persons of authority actually inhibits the very organization behaviors called for by the complex and dynamic situations in which they work.

George Griffin

By on March 17, 2014 in Faculty Publications

Griffin, George, Maia Noniashvili, and Mikheil Batiashvili. “The Implementation and Results of the Use of Social Media in the Republic of Georgia.” Journal of Eastern European and Central Asian Research  1, no. 1 (2014): 8.

Abstract: The Republic of Georgia has begun a transition from old world economics to integrating social media and the Internet to provide a global presence for the country. Research shows that the Georgian people have significantly embraced social media as a means for conducting business and connecting with many countries on a global basis. Internet subscribers have continually increased in numbers; thus the numbers of social media participants has also increased. This paper addresses the history of Georgia, the current status of social media in Georgia, and the future for social media as it permeates the Georgian population. In order to maintain a robust economic recovery, Georgia citizens and businesses must continue to conduct business through social media pathways that will keep Georgia in the global market.