FRIDAY 12/14

Last day of the semester. Here is an update for all of my classes.

IC101
Your 4th Paper/Project will be due on Tuesday 12/18 at 8:00am.

IC212
You have already submitted your semester projects. There will be NO presentation on Sunday 12/16.

SR201
You have already submitted your semester projects. We will NOT be meeting during the Final exam period on Wednesday 12/19.

SR368
You will submit your semester projects on Monday 12/17. There will be NO presentations.

THURSDAY 12/13

SR201
Last class of the semester. You passed in your semester projects, & I returned your group presentation assessments as well as your grades for Into The Wild Blog posts #4 & 5. I will be emailing you at some point next week to let you know what your grade is on the semester project as well as what your semester grade is. Hopefully you enjoyed the class and learned something. I look forward to seeing those of you signed up for my class next semester. Enjoy the break/holidays!

SR368
We started individual presentations based on your semester project. Those of you that did not present today will present on Monday at 8:00am. Also on Monday your semester project is due. In the event that I cannot make it to campus on Monday I will send an email explaining what to do. So stay tuned and check your email.

WEDNESDAY 12/12

Classes canceled due to car trouble. I will be emailing both classes with updates about how this will affect projects/presentations. Stay tuned.

MONDAY 12/10

Delayed opening. Both classes canceled.

IC101
Let me know f you want/need to use class time on Wednesday to finish working on the film.
Your personal reflection paper regarding the civic engagement project is due in class on Friday.
Your paper/project #4 is due next Tuesday at 8:00am.

IC212
Those of you who were scheduled to present today will present on Wednesday. The following is the presentation schedule:
Wednesday: Jennifer, Jeff, Hope, Tyler S
Friday: Haven, Julia, Tyler B, Woody
The remaining people to present are: Anthony, Kevin, Matt, TJ
I'd like to try and work out something where we do not need to do these presentations on Sunday morning. Any suggestions?

FRIDAY 12/7

IC101
Today: We discussed the final 2 projects for the semester. The class Civic Engagement Project is due next Friday; this includes the completed film as well as your individual reflection paper & time log sheets. The 4th paper/project (The Impossible Is Nothing Project) is due during the final exam period on Tuesday 12/18 at 8:00am.

Homework: Finish the film!

IC212
Today: We started the individual presentations based on your semester projects. Alexandra, Ashley, Kelly, & Chris presented today.

Homework: The semester project is due at 9:00am sharp on Monday. Any paper turned in after that time will be considered late. We will continue with the individual presentations. Due up on Monday will be: Hope, Jenn, Jeff, & Tyler.

THURSDAY 12/6

SR201 Today: We finished the group presentations. We learned about England, South Africa, & China.

Homework:
-Blog posts #4 & #5 are due on Tuesday. Check here for an outline as to what each post should be written about.
-You should also be updating your blog to make it look as close to what Chris would have made it look like as possible. A creative title, pictures, quotes from his favorite authors, etc. are all things that you can incorporate.
-Your semester project s due on Thursday.

SR368 Today: We took quiz #10 and discussed Chapters 12 & 13. Our discussion focused on:
-Security & Access Control
-Controlling Access Within a Facility
-Supervision
-Dealing With Volunteers
-Recruiting Volunteers
-Steps in Developing Volunteer Job Descriptions

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 34.
-Quiz #11 based on Chapter 34.
-Presentations based on your semester project will begin on Thursday.
-Semester Project is due at 8:00am on Monday 12/17.

Study Guide:
-What are the 3 most significant trends in revenue generation & financing of stadiums & arenas?
-What was the first team to sell stadium naming rights and to what company?
-What does PSL stand for and what is it?
-What was the first stadium to have a fully retractable roof?
-Games played in the Pontiac Silverdome for The 1994 Soccer World Cup was the first time what innovation concept was used?
-What are advantages/disadvantages of fabric structure?
-What are the 3 basic types of fabric structures?

WEDNESDAY 12/5

IC101 Today: We discussed the outline for Paper/Project #4. The following is the assignment description: In class we watched 2 video clips; one was based on the “Everest Boys” and one was based on the Adidias “Impossible is Nothing” campaign. In the Everest Boys clip they are quoted as saying, “everyone has their own Everest.” In the Impossible is Nothing clip we learn how athletes were able to achieve major goals by first having to navigate obstacles. For this assignment I want you to reflect on what your “Everest” will be during your college career and how you plan to “climb” it. Basically, what is your ultimate goal for college, and what will the obstacles be to achieving it? Here’s the catch, I want you to demonstrate this through a project without using words. You can create a piece of art, a collage, etc, but whatever you choose you must demonstrate the goal and its obstacles without using words. This project will be accompanied by a 3 page paper explaining to me the piece of work, the goal, and the obstacles.

Homework: Contact Dan and set up a filming/editing schedule for the Civic Engagement Project.

IC212
Today: We did a group problem solving exercise. You all were eaten by the monster.

Homework: Individual presentations based on your semester projects will start on Friday. We will do 4 presentations per class through next Friday. Your smester project is due next Monday at 9:00am sharp.

TUESDAY 12/4

SR201
Today: We started group presentations. Today we learned about Australia & Russia. The order for Thursday's class is:
-England
-South Africa
-China

SR368
Today: We discussed Chapter 11 (Risk Management). Our conversation focused on the following:
-Risk Categories
-Risk Management Program Development Steps
-Controlling The Los of Assets

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapters 12 & 13. We will have a quiz based on these chapters.

Study Guide:
Chapter 12:
-When designing a facility, what 2 kinds of access need to be controlled?
-What are some reasons why it is necessary to deny access into facilities to those who don't belong?
-Be able to explain the 2 basic concepts for controlling access within a facility.
-What does CCTV stand for and how is it used to supervise a facility?

Chapter 13:
-Explain the 25% rule & the 20% rule.
-What 2 generations comprise most of the volunteers (Hint: Recruiting Volunteers section)?
-Know the following steps on developing volunteer job descriptions:
1) Explain the concept.
2) Form a committee.
3) Establish job clusters.
4) Evaluate job system.
5) Format job description.

MONDAY 12/3

Snow Day!

IC101:
We will discuss paper #4 on Wednesday as well as what is left to do for the civic engagement project.

IC212:
We will do the group activity that we were going to to do on Wednesday. We will start semester project presentations on Friday. The project due date has been extended until Monday 12/10.

FRIDAY 11/30

IC101
Today:
-We discussed Assignment #3 (The Quotation Paper) that you handed in today. We looked at this youtube video and talked about its choice of quotes, and then discussed the quotes you chose and why you picked them.
-We also discussed Assignment #4 (The Impossible Is Nothing Paper), and what I will be looking for. We will discuss this in more detail in class on Monday.

Homework:
-Give some thought to what you will create for Assignment #4.
-Have a great weekend!
-Happy birthday Justin!

IC212
Today:
-We discussed the Forbes.com articles that we did not get to last class:
-Is corporate social responsibility responsible?
-How do you get employees to look forward to coming to work?

Homework:
-No specific homework for class on Monday.
-Dedicate this weekend to working on your project & presentations.
-Have a great weekend!

THURSDAY 11/29

SR201
Today:
-You took Quiz #11, the final quiz of the semester.
-We discussed what I will be looking for in your group presentations that start next Tuesday (see below for presentation order). Your 360 evaluations are due on the day of your presentations. No exceptions. Make sure they are filled out entirely prior to the class that you present. Attendance to all presentations is mandatory; an absence by anyone in your group will affect your group's overall grade.
-We also discussed the documentary Murderball, and how it relates to Chapter 14.

Homework:
-Group presentations will start on Tuesday. The first 3 groups should all be prepared to present.
-Have a great weekend!

Presentation Order:
Tuesday 12/4
Group 1: Australia
Group 2: Russia
Group 3: England

Thursday 12/6:
Group 5: South Africa
Group 6: China

SR368
Today:
-You took Quiz #9, 2 more to go.
-We discussed Chapter 10. Our discussion focused on:
-Guidelines for planned publicity.
-Internal vs External Public Relations.
-The 3 sources in the Media List.
-The 4 essentials to great communication.
-We finished class by discussing the recent PR scandal involving the NY Jets, and how they are handling the verbal harassment of women at games.

Homework:
-We will discuss Chapter 11 on Tuesday.
-Read Chapter 12 & be ready to discuss on Tuesday as well.
-Have a great weekend!

WEDNESDAY 11/28

IC101
Today: We were suppose to film at the bubble, but due to technical difficulties beyond our control we were unable.

Homework: Work with Dan to get the bubble scene filmed. Make sure you are in class on Friday. We will be discussing the 4th and final paper/project that will be due during the final exam period.

IC212
Today: Very good discussion based on the assigned articles. We will finish our discussion in class on Friday.

Homework: Be ready to discuss the remaining 2 articles: Employee Incentives & Corporate Social Responsibility.

TUESDAY 11/27

SR201
Today:
-We watched the documentary, Murderball.
-Into The Wild Blog post #3 is due.

Homework:
-Quiz #11.
-Read Chapter 14 in the textbook.
-Read the Murderball article.
-Check out Mark Zupan's Flugtag team (Superman's Crip-tonite).
-Read Into The Wild Chapters 17 & 18.

Chapter 14 Study Guide:
-What percentage of noninstitutionalized Americans have a disability?
-What is the primary obstacle facing individuals with hearing impairments?
-What is the term for a person with less than 20/200 vision?
-Elders is defined as person age what and over?
-Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating are examples of what kind of disorder?
-Define "forced leisure."
-What does ADA stand for?

SR368
Today:
-We discussed my assessment of the group presentations.
-We discussed the semester project & presentation.

Homework:
-Quiz #9
-Chapter 10 discussion.
-We will discuss the NY Jets article, BU article, & Youtube clip.
-Chapter 11 Discussion

Chapter 10 Study Guide:
-Guidelines for planned publicity.
-Internal vs External Public Relations.
-Media List 3 sources.
-4 essentials to great communication.

Chapter 11 Study Guide:
-What are the 4 risk categories?
-What are the 5 steps to developing an effective risk management program?
-What are the 4 general ways to control the loss of assets?

MONDAY 11/26

IC101
Today: We discussed the reflection paper & presentation based on the Civic EngagementProject that will be due on 12/14. We also discussed a plan to complete the film by 12/14.

Homework: Work on filming!
We will film the basketball game scene in the bubble on Wednesday. Meet at the bubble at 8:00am, NOT in class.

IC212
Today: We discussed the group presentations and the criteria I will use to assess your semester projects & presentations.

Homework:
Read the following articles:
Ski Mogul
20 Most Important Questions In Business
Is Corporate Social Responsibility Responsible
How To Keep Your Employees Happy

MONDAY 11/19

IC101
Today: We had a breakfast class in the cafe.

Homework:
-Paper #3 (The Quote Paper) is due on Friday 11/30.
-Filming for the Civic Engagement Project needs to be stepped up when we return.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

IC212
Today: Group #4 finished the group presentations by discussing Chapters 11 & 12.

Homework:
Your main focus from here on out should be on your semester project.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

FRIDAY 11/16

IC101
Today: We discussed Three Cups of Tea Questions 4 & 6. Our discussion focused on:
-What does 3CT tell us about the status of women in this region of the world?
-Why does Mortenson feel the education of girls is so important?
How will it improve their status?
-Is the same dynamic true in out culture?
-How was Mortenson's awareness of the world of Islam critical to the success of his programs?
-What have you learned about Islam by reading 3CT?

Homework: We will have a breakfast class in the cafeteria on Monday and discuss the Civic Engagement project.

Have a great weekend!

IC212
Today: Group #3 presented on Chapters 9 & 10.

Homework: Group #4 will present on Chapters 11 & 12 on Monday.

Enjoy the weekend.

THURSDAY 11/15

SR201
Today: We took a quiz based on our Chapter 13 discussion on Tuesday as well as Chapters 15 & 16 from Into The Wild. Our Into The Wild discussion focussed on:
-What we learned about Krakauer's father.
-What we learned about the relationship Krakauer had with his father.
-The similarities between Krakauer's relationship with his father and Chris' relationship with his father.
-What Chris meant by "deliberate living."
We finished class by reading our obituaries. It was interesting listening to how you all want to be remembered and how you would spend your leisure time if you were a lottery winner.

Homework:
-Industry Interview due
-Chapter 15 (textbook) discussion
-Quiz

Chapter 15 Study Guide:
-Define outdoor recreation
-What is the most important role of outdoor recreation in the daily lives of most people?
-What are the 3 categories of benefits derived through outdoor recreation?
-Explain ROS
-What are the 6 land-management classifications under which nearly all possible outdoor recreation uses could occur?
-Explain what "physical carrying capacity" is

SR368
Today: Group #4 presented on Chapters 14, 16, 17, & 19.

Homework:
-There is no class on Tuesday 11/20.
-On Tuesday 11/27 we will discuss Chapter 12.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

TUESDAY 11/14

IC101
Today: We discussed Paper #2 and the assignment outline for Paper #3 which is due the Friday class after Thanksgiving break. We then discussed, based on Unit 3 of the Common Reader, what you would want to see in a student created Code of Conduct. We talked about the specific "codes" you think students should follow, why they are important, and how good of a job the are currently being enforced.

Homework: Read Unit 6 of the Common Reader and complete 3 Cups of Tea questions 4 & 6.

IC212:
Today: Group #2 presented on Chapters 6, 7, 8.

Homework: Group #3 will present on Chapters 9 & 10.

TUESDAY 11/13

SR201

Today: We started class by discussing the revised semester schedule for weeks 11-15. If you were absent, please see me for a copy. We discussed Chapter 13 in the textbook. Our discussion focused on 4 areas:

-The different stages of leisure in childhood
-Leisure gender inequality
-Concerns regarding current & future status of leisure in childhood
-The 2 functions that adolescent leisure activities serve & the questions that leisure can help middle-aged adults answer

Homework: Quiz, Into The Wild Chapters 15 & 16, and if you did not turn in the Obitury Assignment please bring it on Thursday.

Study Guide:
Our discussion today, the WebCT notes, and Into The Wild Chapters 15 & 16 are all up for grabs.

SR368

Today: Group #3 presented on Chapters 30, 31,32, 33. Nice job.

Homework: We've saved the "best" for last. Group 4 will finish the group presentations on Thursday with a discussion on Chapters 14, 16, 17, & 19.

MONDAY 11/12

IC101
Today: Today marks the 11th week of the 15 week semester. At the beginning of the semester you all decided as a class that you wanted to complete a group project for the civic engagement component and that you wanted to do a film. The semester's end is fast approaching. It's crunch time; the time to step it up is now.

Week 11 Calendar:
Tuesday:
-Athletes spring class registration begins at 9:00am on Campus Web.
Wednesday:
-The rest of the 1st semester freshmen spring class registration begins at 9:00am on Campus Web.
-We will discuss Common Reader Unit 3
-We will discuss Paper #2
-We will discuss Paper #3 Outline
Friday:
-We will discuss Common Reader Unit 6
-3 Cups of Tea Questions 4 & 6 are due

IC212
Today: Group #1 presented on Chapters 3, 4, 5.

Week 11 Calendar:
Wednesday: Group #2 will present on Chapters 6, 7, 8.
Friday: Group #3 will present on Chapters 9, 10.

FRIDAY 11/9

IC101:
Today: We had a productive spring class registration advising session. You need to see me for a signature on your class registration sheet prior to signing up for classes. Once you sign up that sheet needs to be submitted to the Registrar. Again, make sure you can log on to Campus Web. If not, you need to contact the IT department.

Registration:
Tuesday 11/13: Athletes at 9:00am
Wednesday 11/14: All other Freshmen at 9:00am

Homework:
Monday 11/12: Civic Engagement Project discussion. Bring scene scripts.
Wednesday 11/14: Common Reader Unit 3
Friday 11/16: Common Reader Unit 6 & 3 Cups of Tea Questions 4 & 6

IC212
Today: We had individual group meetings based on the group presentations that will start next week. Please remember that the 360 evaluations are on the day of your presentation. You must assess yourself as well as each group member.

Homework: Group presentations start on Monday. Please bring your TWIF book so you can follow along with the presentations.

Presentation Schedule:
Monday 11/12: Matt, TJ, Kevin, Anthony (Chapters 3, 4, 5)
Wednesday 11/14: Woody, Haven, Tyler B, Julia (Chapters 6, 7, 8)
Friday 11/16: Jeff, Jennifer, Tyler S, Hope (Chapters 9, 10)
Monday 1119: Kelly, Ashley, Alexandra, Chris (Chapters 11, 12)

THURSDAY 11/8

SR201
Today: We took a quiz based on Chapter 12 of the textbook as well as Chapters 13 & 14 of Into The Wild. We then discussed Chapters 13 & 14 from Into The Wild where we looked at some insight into Chris' sister, her relationship with Chris, and a comparison of Chris and the author Jon Krakauer. We finished class with a discussion on ethics. We looked at various situations where an ethical dilemma is posed. Situations such as:
-Finding $ on the ground
-Finding $ in a wallet with no id
-Breaking a school's honor code

Homework:
-Obituary assignment is due on Tuesday
-Read & be ready to discuss the first half of Chapter 13 in the textbook

Class Schedule:
-Tuesday (11/13): Obituary assignment due & 1st half Chapter 13
-Thursday (11/15): Quiz, 2nd half Chapter 13, Into The Wild Chapters 15 & 16
-Tuesday (11/20): Quiz, Chapter 15, Interview due
-Thursday (11/22): No class
-Tuesday (11/27): Blog #3 due, Chapter 14, Murderball article
-Thursday (11/29): Chapter 14, Murderball article
-12/4, 12/6, 12/10: Group presentations

SR368
Today: Group 2 did a nice job presenting on Chapters 25, 26, & 28.

Homework: Group 3 will present on Chapters 30, 31, 32, & 33.

WEDNESDAY 11/7

IC101
Today: We discussed Spring class registration information. We wil continue this in class on Friday.

Homework:
Bring your registration form, academic catalog, & laptop if you have one to classon Friday.
Make sure you check to see if you can log on to Campus Web. If not, you need to contact the IT department.

IC212:
Today: We took a quiz on Flatteners 4-10. We also assigned TJ his first CSI case.

Homework: In class on Friday we will have group meetings. Here is the schedule.
Group 1: 8:55-9:05
Group 2: 9:05-9:15
Group 3: 9:15-9:25
Group 4: 9:25-9:35

TUESDAY 11/6

SR201
Today: We discussed Chapter 12. Our discussion focused on:
-Exercise 12.1 on page 300
-The 5 criteria for determining ethics
-The 2 categories of obstacles
-The various obstacles of leisure fulfillment
-Recreational ways to increase norepinephrine levels

Homework:
Quiz on Chapter 12 and Into The Wild Chapters 13 & 14
Email approval for the interview from me must be done by Thursday
Obituary assignment due next Tuesday

Study Guide:
Everything we discussed today. See WebCT notes.

SR368
Today: Group 1 presented on Chapter 20, 21, & 22. Great job to Group 1. Way to set the bar high.

Homework: Group 2 will present on Chapters 25, 26, & 28.

MONDAY 11/5

IC101
Today: Our usual Monday Civic Engagement Project discussion. We discussed what each group need for their scene, and set a goal of starting filming next week.

Homework: Be ready to discuss Unit 3 in the Common Reader for Wednesday. Come see me for class registration advising.

IC212:
Today: We discussed The World Is Flat Chapter 2: Flatteners #4-7.

Homework: Quiz on Flatteners #4-10 (check WebCT), and discussion on Flatteners #8-10.

FRIDAY 11/2

IC101:
Today: I was disappointed in the lack of preparation for today. Each group was to have came up with a solution to the assigned problems on Wednesday, and other than a few of you, this did not happen. Preparing for class and demonstrating your preparation through participation is a requirement. Do not let this happen again. We worked on a group problem based on vertical and horizontal thinking.

Problem:
There is an island with 10 inhabitants. One day a monster comes and says that he intends to eat every one of them but will give them a chance to survive in the following way:In the morning, the monster will line up all the people - single file so that the last person sees the remaining 9, the next person sees the remaining 8, and so on until the first person that obviously sees no one in front of himself. The monster will then place black or white hats on their heads randomly (they can be all white, all black or any combination thereof).The monster will offer each person starting with the last one (who sees everyone else's hats) to guess the color of his/her own hat. The answer can only be one word: "white" or "black". The monster will eat him on the spot if he guessed wrong, and will leave him alive if he guessed right. All the remaining people will hear both the guess and the outcome of the guess. The monster will then go on to the next to last person (who only sees 8 people), and so on until the end. The monster gives them the whole night to think.The Task:Devise the optimal strategy that these poor natives could use to maximize their survival rate.

Assumptions:
1) All the 10 people can easily understand your strategy, and will execute it with perfect precision.
2) If the monster suspects that any of the people are giving away information to any of the remaining team members by intonation of words when answering, or any other signs, or by touch, he will eat everyone.
3) The only allowed response is a short, unemotional "white" or "black".

Solution:
The first guy to guess (guy #10) will be the only one to assume the following value for the words "white" and "black": The answer "black" will mean that there are an odd number of black hats that he sees. The answer "white" will mean that there are an odd number of white hats that he sees. This way one by one all the other 9 people will know the color of their hats.

Homework:
Come see me next week regarding spring class selection advising.
Monday: Civic Engagement Project discussion. Bring your scene scripts.
Tuesday: Greg Mortenson in Pierce Hall at 10:00am.
Wednesday/Friday: Common Reader Unit 3.

IC212
Today: We took a quiz based on this week's discussions and then discussed Flatteners 1-3. Our discussion focused on how the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and Netscape going public in 1995 contributed to the flattening of the world.

Homework:
Monday: Flatteners 4-7 Read this.
Wednesday: Quiz on Flatteners 4-10, and discussion of Flatteners 8-10.
Friday: Group meetings.

THURSDAY 11/1

SR201
Today: After the quiz on Chapters 10 & 11, we finished our discussions on the chapters as well as Chapters 11 & 12 from Into The Wild. Our discussion focused on:
Textbook Chapters 10 & 11:
3 types of friendships
Pros & cons of youth competitive sports
Types of gamblers

Into The Wild:
Description of Chris' father
Description of Chris' relationship with his father
Description of Chris' parents relationship

Homework:
Read & be ready to discuss first half of textbook Chapter 12.
Industry interview email approval due 11/8.
Industry interview due 11/20.
Group presentations start 12/4.

SR368
Today: After our quiz on Chapter 9, we finished our discussion on the chapter. Our discussion focused on the 5 steps to effective selling, the sales concept of Always Be Closing, common types of advertising, and ranking customers.

Homework:
Group presentations begin on Tuesday. Your 360 degree evaluations are due on the day of your presentation.

WEDNESDAY 10/31

Happy Halloween!

IC101
Today: We began class talking about spring class registration. You need to come see me next week for advising. My office is on the 5th floor of the Library Building. I will have registration forms and a course catalog. I am available on Wed/Fri from 10-3 and Tues/Thurs from 11-3. We then discussed the problem solving process as well as vertical & horizontal thinking. To go along with this discussion we looked at various types of problems that implements each type of thinking in order to come up with a solution.

Homework: 3 Cups of Tea Question #3 is due. You should also have an answer for your group's problem discussion today.

LATERAL THINKING
1) How could a baby fall out of a twenty-story building onto the ground and live?
2) Acting on an anonymous phone call, the police raid a house to arrest a suspected murderer. They don't know what he looks like but they know his name is John and that he is inside the house. The police bust in on a carpenter, a taxi driver, a mechanic and a fireman all playing poker. Without hesitation or communication of any kind, they immediately arrest the fireman. How do they know they've got their man?

VERTICAL THINKING
Five college seniors---John, Oscar, Earl, Ernie, and Marvin---rent an off-campus house. Each one is majoring in a different subject---psychology, chemistry, biology, math, or physics. They are attending college on sports scholarships in five sports: football, baseball, track, tennis, and swimming. And each is taking a different foreign language: French, Spanish, Italian, German, and Russian. From the clues given, try to determine the language, the sport, and the major of each of the five students.
1. The biology major, the swimmer, the student taking Italian, and Marvin have never missed any of Ernie's home football games.
2. Neither Oscar nor Earl is the one who takes Spanish or the one who is a physics major, but one of them is a baseball player.
3. Marvin and the track star had lunch with the math major and later met Oscar after his German class.
4. The baseball Player, the math major, and Oscar all have rooms on the top floor, whereas John and the physics major have rooms on the ground floor.
5. The psychology major is taking German.
6. The biology major is not the track star and does not take Russian.

IC212
Today: Quality discussion today. You demonstrated that as a group you have a good geography knowledge of America as well as the world. We discussed how there are 2 main driving forces contributing to the flattening of the world. They are technology & education. We then had small group discussions based on the following points of discussion:
1) The 3 Eras of Globalization
2) Outsourcing
3) Call Centers
4) Effects of the above on you as a potential employee

Homework:
Quiz based on Chapter 1 and first 3 flatteners discussed in Chapter 2.
Read & be ready to discuss the first 3 flatteners from Chapter 2.

Study Guide:

• 3 Great Eras of Globalization

-What is the time frame of each?
-What was the key agent of change of each?
-What were the big questions associated with each era?

• Outsourcing

-How/Why is it contributing to the flattening of the world?
-Who are "Nighthawks?"

• Call Centers

-How/Why are they contributing to the flattening of the world?
-Explain the McDonalds story.

• First 3 Flatteners

-11/9/89
-8/9/95
-Work Flow Software

TUESDAY 10/30

SR201
Today: We began discussing Chapter 10 which deals with recreation and social development. Our discussion focused on:
-Social trends contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another.
-Turning off the plug-in drug: Reasons why tv is negatively contributing to the socialization process.

Homework:
-We will finish our Chapter 1o discussion on Thursday and talk about the 3 types of friendships & the pros/cons of competitive sports for kids.
-We will also discuss select topics from Chapter 11 (textbook) as well as Chapters 11 & 12 from Into The Wild
-Into The Wild Chapters 11 & 12.
-Quiz.
-Deadline for email approval for industry interview is 11/8.

Study Guide:
-Societal trends that contribute to reduced opportunities for social interaction.
-Positive & Negative implications of tv, movies, and video games on social development.
-3 types of friendships
-Explain the "leisure pool"
-Types of gamblers
-2 motives that underlie gambling
-4 problems related to substance abuse in the general population

SR368
Today: We started discussing Chapter 9 which focuses on promotions & customer retention as the keys to financial stability for a sports organization. Our class discussion focused on the following topics:
-Promotions is the vehicle that carries the message, positions products, & develops appropriate image.
-Advertising, Personal Selling, Publicity, & Sales Promotion are the key marketing activities within promotions.
-Advertising & Personal Selling are the most commonly used promotion tools.
-Customer retention is the key to financial stability (6 times as much to attract new customer than keep existing customer & 80% of sales comes from 20% of customers).

Homework:
-We will finish the Chapter 9 discussion on Thursday and focus on:
-5 steps to effective personal selling, common types of advertising, knowing the customer, & ranking customers.
-Quiz
-Please read the following articles for Thursday's class discussion
49ers
The Effect of Sport Setting on Fan Attendance Motivation
Rally Monkey

Study Guide:
-Promotions is the vehicle that accomplishes what 3 things
-4 marketing activities used as promotions
-5 steps to effective personal selling
-4 common types of advertising
-The Wal-Mart approach to knowing the customer
-Customer rankings by need
-4 basic customer needs
-Dealing with angry customers

MONDAY 10/29

IC101
Today: We had our usual Monday discussion regarding our Civic Engagement project. All 5 groups shared their scenes, and we shared constructive recommendations as a group. It appears we are at a point now where the next step will be to start filming. Stay tuned for updates this week.

Homework:
-Essay #2: The Allegory of the Cave is due on Wednesday.
-Read and be ready to discuss Unit 2 from the Common Reader.
-3 Cup of Tea Question #3 will be due on Friday.

IC212
Today: We began an introduction to The World Is Flat by taking a look at an interview with the author, Thomas Friedman. Click here for the full interview.

Homework:
We will take a look at the question, "What does Friedman mean by 'the world is flat?'" Please be ready with 2 discussion points regarding this. You should be able to share 2 reasons for Friedman's title choice and also be able to articulate, in your own words, these reasons.

FRIDAY 10/27

IC101
Today: Breakfast in the cafeteria instead of class. I had fun; I hope you did too.

Homework:
-Every group should bring in a typed out completed script for at least 1 scene (Monday).
-Essay #2(Allegory of the Cave) & Three Cups of Tea Question #3 (Wednesday).

IC212
Today: Quiz based on Chapters 4, 5, 6 of The Corporation.
Discussion about "Professional Presentation" for all assignments in school & in industry.
1) Follow Assignment Guidelines/Directions
2) Time & Effort
3) Critical Thought & Analysis
4) Content

Read this, it is by a professor at the University of Wisconsin. The last one sums up our discussion today best.

Homework:
Read & be ready to discuss the first half of Chapter 1 in The World IS Flat.

THURSDAY 10/25

SR201
Today: We took a quiz based on the material we covered this week from Chapters 8 & 9. We watched an ESPN Sports Century clips video based on memorable sports figures/moments from the 20th century and discussed personal memorable sports moments it made us think of. We finished class with a discussion of these topics:
-Selye's stress definition
-GAS stress stages
-Physiological benefits of humor & laughter
-Psychological benefits of humor & laughter

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 10 for Tuesday. Focus on:
What is the overall focus of the chapter?
How does the concept of "unplugging the plug-in drug"fit into the focus of the chapter?
What are the 3 types of friendships discussed?
What are some social trends contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another?
-Into The Wild blog post #2 is due before Tuesday's class
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 11 for Thursday
-Read & be ready to discuss Into The Wild Chapters 11 & 12 for Thursday
Have a great weekend!

SR368
Today: Absolutely horrible discussion. I would suggest changing your approach to class next week. We began class with a quiz based on the material we discussed this week from Chapter 8 and the corresponding articles. We then watched a movie based on concessions at MLB stadiums. Click here. We finished class with a discussion based on the following:
-Alcohol management
-Alcohol sales strategies
-4 M's of retail
-3 strategies for effective store layout
-Ticket sales: escalator approach

Homework: I strongly suggest reading and being ready to discuss the first half of Chapter 9 for Tuesday. Focus on:
-The 2 most widely used methods of promotion.
-4 critical areas managers should focus on with their customers.
-Customer rankings (MVC, MGC, BZ).
-2 keys to financial stability (chapter title).
-"Drip Irrigation": method to show customers you care.
Enjoy the weekend.

WEDNESDAY 10/24

IC101
Today: We finished our discussion about learning styles & strategies. The topics we talked about were:
-Study strategies for visual, auditory, kinesthetic learners
-Left/Right brain functions
-Adapting to your professor's teaching style

Homework: Class will meet for a group breakfast in the cafeteria on Friday. Here is next week's schedule:
Monday: Civic Engagement Project discussion. Bring a hard copy of your group's scene script.
Wednesday: Essay #2 Due and Cups of Tea Question #3 Due
Friday: Read Common Reader Unit 2

IC212
Today: We discussed branding & commercials that depict brand awareness. Check WebCT for PowerPoint.

Homework: Quiz on Corporation Chapters 4, 5, 6. Read and be ready to discuss Corporation Chapter 6.

Study Guide:
Read:
Iphone
Taco Bell

Be able to explain:
-The Nag Factor
-Bare Necessities Parents
-Kids' Pals
-Indulgers
-Conflicted Parents
-"Opportunity in Devastation"
-"New Social Regulation"

TUESDAY 10/23

SR201 Today: We discussed the phenomena of sports as entertainment and having the ability to transcend society. We listed sports events/figures in history that have left an impact on the sports world as well as society. Our list included:
-Lance Armstrong
-Muhammad Ali
-Jesse Owens
-Tiger Woods
-1980 US Olympic Team
-1999 Women's World Cup Team
We also discussed the unique characteristics/qualities of sport that motivates us to consume sport as a form of entertainment. Our list included:
-Unknown Outcome
-Group Affiliation
-Economics/Financial
-Family Tradition

Homework: Quiz based on today's discussion as well as Chapters 8 & 9. Please read & be ready to discuss Chapters 8 & 9 from the textbook. There is no Into The Wild reading for this week.

Study Guide (Please check WebCT to download PowerPoint notes from today and for our discussion on Thursday, Uniqueness of Sport PowerPoint & Chapters 8, 9 PowerPoint):

-What are the 8 basic motives for why people consume sports?
-What is BIRGing & CORFing?
-What are the 4 components to the Fan Psychology Continuum?
-What is Eustress & Distress?
-Be able to explain Selye's Stress Definition & General Adaptation Syndrome.
-What are the 3 stages to GAS?
-Selye says all activities go through 3 stages when responding to stress. What are they?
-What are the psychological, physiological, and social & interpersonal benefits of humor and laughter?
SR368 Today: We used a small group activity to discuss Chapter 8: Retail Management. Our discussion focused on these components of concession and alcohol management:
-What must concession managers understand?
-What are common concession shortcomings?
-What are common components of concession stands?
-What is the "Buying Fever Checklist?"
In addition, we supplemented our discussion by looking at the following articles:
Attention To Detail
Give 'Em What They Want
Stadium Alcohol Management

Homework: Quiz on Chapter 8. We will finish our discussion on Alcohol Management & Alcohol Sales Strategies, and move into Merchandise Management.

Study Guide:
-What are the major (7) concessionaires in the food service industry?
-What must managers understand about concession operations?
-What are major concession shortcomings?
-In 2003 what company had the beverage contract for the New England Patriots?
-What are the key points of the NAC's "Buying Fever Check List?"
-Explain Bearman v. University of Notre Dame.
-Explain dram shop statutes & social host liability.
-What are components of an effective alcohol sales strategy?
-What is B-U-Y W-I-S-E-L-Y?
-What are the 4 M's in retail?
-What are the 3 main keys to effective store layout?

MONDAY 10/22

IC101
Today: Our discussion was twofold:
1) We decided on a group activity. We will be having a group breakfast in the cafeteria on Friday. Meet at 8:00 in the cafeteria, not class. We also decided that we will look to do a group movie night at Chunky's in Nashua after Thanksgiving.
2) We started to script the movie. We decided that there will be 6 main characters. We will continue this discussion next Monday.

Homework: We will finish our learning styles & strategies discussion on Wednesday. Bring your left/right brain assessment to class.

IC212
Today: We were suppose to have a round table discussion about company's you feel have quality CSR plans. I was disappointed that you did not complete the assignment. Because of this you are to now write a 5 page essay regarding this assignment.

Homework: In addition to reading Chapter 5 in The Corporation, you are to research companies' CSR plans and pick one you feel is quality. The 5 page paper should consist of:
A) What is the company (mission, goals, objectives, etc.)?
B) Highlights of the CSR plan.
C) Why do you feel it is a quality plan?

FRIDAY 10/19

IC101
Today: Fire alarms ruined class. We will pick up next week with today's scheduled discussion.
Homework: Here is what we have scheduled for the upcoming classes:
-Your group work regarding the civic engagement project is due on Monday so we can discuss as a group. You should have storyboarded 2 scenes for your group's assigned topic.
-Bring in the right/left brain assignment. We will discuss this and finish our learning styles & strategies discussion on Wednesday.
-Three Cups of Tea Question #3 is due on Monday. Our class discussion topic that day will be teamwork and working within a group to accomplish a common goal.
Have a great weekend, and get some sleep!

IC212
Today: We took a quiz based on Chapters 1, 2, 3 from The Corporation. Our class discussion focused on corporate externalities. Here is an interesting read and an interesting watch.

Homework: For Monday, read & be ready to discuss Chapter 4. In addition, research and be ready to discuss a company that has, in your opinion, a quality Corporate Social Responsibility plan. What makes the plan so good?
Have a great weekend!

THURSDAY 10/18

SR201
Today: We took Quiz #5 based on Chapter 7 in the textbook and Chapters 9 & 10 in Into The Wild. Our class discussion focused on the following topics from Chapter 7:
-EXERCISE 7.1
-WHAT ARE PHYSIOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF EXERCISE?
-WHAT ARE PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF EXERCISE?
-WHAT IS THE “FITNESS ILLUSION?”
-WHAT ARE COMMON EXCUSES FOR NOT EXERCISING?
-FIT NATION DIAGRAM FROM CNN

Homework:
-Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 8 in the textbook
-Develop 2 lists
1) List of sports moments that are memorable/impactful to you
2) List of sports moments that are memorable/impactful to society
Have a great weekend!

SR368
Today: We took a quiz based on Chapter 7. Our class discussion centered around a group activity based on public & private financing options for new stadium construction. Theoretical discussion: If the Red Sox were to build a new stadium, what types of public and private revenue streams would be available to them?

Homework: Read and be ready to discuss Chapter 8. Happy birthday Karissa! Want to trade?

WEDNESDAY 10/17

IC101
Today: We have reached the midpoint of the semester, so we opened class with a discussion about your experience at FPU so far. You then filled out a Plus/Delta Chart assessing the first half of the course. Thank you for all your comments. Or main class discussion surrounded Unit 1 of the Common Reader: Learning Styles & Strategies. We focused on the three main learning styles (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic). To demonstrate each we did an exercise to show how each can be applied and how each can deceive us.

Homework: Take the left/right brain assessment. We will use this as a basis for our our discussion on Friday.

IC212
Today: We started class by discussing the group projects/presentations that will begin in 3 weeks. If you have any further questions regarding this assignment please see me. You then took a Plus/Delta Chart assessing the first half of the course so far. Thank you for all your comments. Our main discussion focused on Chapter 2 of The Corporation:
-Corporate Social Responsibility platforms
-CSR platforms being used as an advertising tool
-"Capitalism with a conscience"

Homework: Quiz based on Chapters 1, 2, 3 (see study guide below). Please read & be ready to discuss Chapter 3. Answer this: A bookworm eats from the first page of the first volume of an encyclopedia collection to the last page of the last volume. The bookworm eats in a straight line. The encyclopedia collection consists of ten 1000-page volumes and is sitting on a bookshelf in the usual order. Not counting covers, title pages, etc., how many pages does the bookworm eat through?


Study Guide (all answers can be found in the book and/or the WebCT notes):
Chapter 1:
-What are the different forms of corporations?
-Explain Jobbers & The Bubble Act
-What are the rights/obligations a corporations has being defined as a "legal person?"
-Explain limited liability and perpetual lifetime
-Explain Corporate Social Responsibility, New Capitalism, Sustainable Development

Chapter 2:
-Can businesses be about more than profits and meet the needs of shareholders, customers, & the environment/community?
-Explain Dodge V. Ford
-How much consideration for the environment should corporations include?
-Explain the Kyoto Protocol
-What does it mean to define corporations as "psychopathic?"
-What are some psychopathic trait of corporations?

Chapter 3:
-What is the title of Chapter 3?

TUESDAY 10/16

SR201
Today: We opened class with a Plus/Delta Chart to gauge the class' midterm evaluation. Thank you all for your input. We then discussed your first Blog posting. I went over common mistakes and how to avoid them for the upcoming postings. Next, we discussed the Daily Inventory assignment you had been tracking since last week. W found out that your biggest non-leisure time consumer is sleeping, and your biggest leisure time consumer is socializing. Finally, we began a discussion based on Chapter 7 in the textbook. We focused on the following:
-How can fitness be affected by leisure activity?
-How can leisure activity be affected by fitness?
-What are the physiological benefits of exercise?
-What are the psychological benefits of exercise?

Homework: Quiz based on Chapter 7 in the textbook & Chapters 9 & 10 in Into The Wild. Read and be ready to discuss Into The Wild, Chapters 9 & 10.

Study Guide (all Chapter 7 answers can be found in the textbook & on WebCT notes):
-Define "Fitness"
-Define "obesity"
-What is the "fitness illusion"
-How can fitness be affected by leisure activity
-How can fitness have an impact on leisure
-Physiological benefits of exercise
-Psychological benefits of exercise
-The components of health related physical fitness

SR368
Today: We opened class with a Plus/Delta Chart to gauge the class' midterm evaluation. Thank you all for your input. We then discussed how your group presentations will be assessed. The presentations will start on 11/6. Finally, we discussed Chapter 6 and focused on:
-Financial Accountability
-Financial Management
-Internal Control

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 7. Our quiz will be based on Chapters 6 & 7 (see study guide below).

Study Guide:
-What 2 questions should managers answer when defining accountability
-What are the conditions(5) of financial accountability
-What does it mean to say that there is a holistic approach to internal control
-What are the internal control components(5)
-Explain the difference between hard taxes & soft taxes & give examples of each
-What is a tax abatement
-What are some private funding sources that contribute to financing sport facilities
-What is a personal seat license
-Who does NCAA Men's Basketball have an 11 year broadcasting deal with and how much is it worth

MONDAY 10/15

IC101:
Today: I handed out the Midterm assignment outline which will be due on Wednesday October 31. We finished storyboarding scene ideas for the 5 main issues we will address in our film. We then divided into 5 groups with each group taking on the task of writing scenes for each issues. Our goal for next Monday is for each group to have 2 scenes written for their assigned issue so we can discuss as a class.

Homework: Read Unit 1 in the Common Reader about types of learners & learning strategies.

IC212:
Today: We discussed Chapter 1 of The Corporation and focused on the following:
-How did corporations become so powerful?
-How is a corporation a "person?"
-What is "New Capitalism?"
-How do corporations use branding to create unique & attractive personalities for themselves?

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 2.

THURSDAY 10/11

SR201
Today: We took Quiz #4 based on Chapter 6 in the textbook. We then discussed the second half of Chapter 6 as well as Chapters 7 & 8 from Into The Wild. Our discussion focused on the topics of:
-ABC Leisure Goals Rating System
-Swiss Cheese Approach to leisure goal fulfillment
-80/20 Rule of Leisure
-Personal Life Patterns
-What do we learn about Chris' relationships with girls?
-Why did Alaskan natives have such a negative attitude towards Chris' journey and his ultimate demise?
-Do you agree with Gene Rossillini's statement: "Humans today cannot live off of the land without access to modern technology."

Homework: Complete the leisure/non-leisure time journal. Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 7 (first half). Have a good weekend!

SR368
Today: We too Quiz #5 based on Chapter 5. After the quiz, Jean St. Pierre gave us a facility tour of the Bubble. You hopefully took note of:
-Cost to build
-Cost to maintain/operate
-Risk Management issues
-Activity/Program planning & implementation

Homework: Look over the group presentation outline and come to class on Tuesday with questions. Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 6. Have a good weekend!

WEDNESDAY 10/10

IC101
Today: We devoted class to discussing our civic engagement movie project. We recapped what we did last Monday, and we broke into 3 groups to begin storyboarding the remaining 3 main issues we will tackle in the video. We decided that from this point forward we will have a goal/objective approach to this project. Each week we will set a goal(s) to accomplish for the week, as well as an objective(s) to accomplish during our Monday discussion sessions.

Homework: Your goal for the rest of this week is to, in your groups, come up with 2 scenes for the main issue your group was assigned (Social, Living, Getting Involved). We will discuss as a group next Monday. Also, do not forget to be documenting all of your time that you devote to this project in your journal. Don't forget there is no class on Friday.

IC212
Today: We did a group survival exercise to bridge the gap between discussing Drucker & The Corporation. We learned that Matt would make a good lawyer, Woody would not be a good actor, & Alexandra would not be able to live without her husband.

Homework: We will discuss 1 chapter per class period in The Corporation. Next week will discuss Chapter 1(Mon), Chapter 2(Wed), & Chapter 3(Fri). Don't forget there is no class on Friday.

TUESDAY 10/9

SR201:
Today: We opened class discussing what, if anything, you would have done differently if you were the Chicago Marathon event manager. Read this. We then moved into a discussion on the first half of Chapter 6. We used Exercises 6.1 & 6.2 as a basis of our discussion and focused on 2 main discussion points:
1) The benefits of leisure planning & goal setting.
2) The 3 types of leisure goals (short term, long term, ultimate).

Homework:
-Read and be ready to discuss the second half of textbook Chapter 6.
-Complete a Personal Life Pattern (Chapter 6).
-Read and be ready to discuss Into The Wild Chapters 7 & 8.
-Quiz #4 (see study guide below).
-Start completing your Daily Inventory due next Tuesday.

Study Guide:
-Into The Wild Chapters 7 & 8
-What are the benefits of leisure planning & goal setting?
-What are the 3 types of leisure goals?
-What is a Personal Life Pattern?
-What is the ABC Rating System for prioritizing goals?
-What is "transition time?"
-What is the "Swiss Cheese Approach?"
-What is the 80/20 Rule to Leisure?
-What are 4 common time wasters (WebCT Notes)?

SR368:
Today: We opened class discussing what, if anything, you would have done differently if you were the Even Manager for the Chicago Marathon. Read this. We then discussed Chapter 5 which focuses on the Programming & Scheduling Process. We divided into groups and discussed the 5 common program approaches:
1) Programming by Objectives
2) Programming by Desires of the Participants
3) Programming by Perceived Needs of the Participant
4) Programming Cafeteria-Style
5) Programming by External Requirements

Homework: Study for Quiz #5 (see study guide below). After the quiz we will be taking a facilities tour on campus.

Study Guide:
-Regarding program development, what are the 5 main categories of planners?
-Be aware of some of the 11 program development elements
-What are the 5 steps in program development?
-What are 4 goals to consider when determining program objectives?
-What are the 5 common approaches to programming?
-What are the 4 distinct/different patterns to scheduling?

FRIDAY 10/4

IC 101
Today: We discussed Plato's Allegory of the Cave. We focused on 2 discussion questions:
1) What is the Allegory of the Cave meant to illustrate?
2) In society or in your own life, what sorts of "caves" shackle the mind?

Homework: There is no class on Monday. Enjoy the holiday. For Wednesday, be ready to continue our story board planning session for the movie.

IC212
Today: We watched a clip from The Corporation video based on marketing/branding/advertising geared towards children and had a discussion about this after.

Homework: There is no class on Monday. Enjoy the holiday. Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 1 of The Corporation for Wednesday.

THURSDAY 10/4

SR201
Today: We took Quiz#3 based on Chapter 5. We then finished our Chapter 5 discussion by taking a look at Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs & Nash's Pyramid of Leisure to see how they explain our leisure participation in regards to needs fulfillment. To get an understanding for both of these theories we used exercises 5.2 & 5.3 in the textbook. We then discussed Chapters 5 & 6 from Into The Wild. We focused on a letter that Chris wrote to his friend Ron Franz that gives us, the reader, some insight into why Chris is on this journey.

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss the first half of Chapter 6 in the textbook. Enjoy the weekend.

SR368
Today: We took Quiz #4 based on Chapter 4. We then did an activity to finish up out Chapter 4 discussion. We looked at developing a Building Program Statement for a new FPU recreation facility. We looked at 3 aspects of the statement:
1) Objectives of the Programs
2) Basic Assumptions to be Addressed
3) Factors Affecting Planning

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss Chapter 5 for Tuesday. Have a great weekend.

WEDNESDAY 10/3

IC101

Today: We spent class in a really productive open discussion about several issues surrounding the topic of "The purpose of an education."

• We spoke about what has been difficult being at college for the last 5+ weeks.


• We spoke about what has been the best parts of being a college student over the last month.


• You did an individual free writing about what you value in an education and why a liberal education is important to you.


• You spoke in small groups about FPU's TeaCH Goals:

1) Tolerance & Community

2) Content Literacy & Integration With Critical Analysis

3) Holistic Preparation For Leadership & Lifelong Learning

Homework: Read Plato's Allegory of the Cave and think about what insights into Mortensen's life endeavor does Plato's tale provide to us?

IC212

Today: After discussing some "off topic" social issues, we got into a really good roundtable discussion about hostile work environments for women which stemmed from the recent court case which found NY Knicks executive Isiah Thomas guilty of sexual harassment. We talked about the prevalence of hostile/uncomfortable situations for females in the work place and also in society in general.

Homework: Give thought to how companies market/advertise to children. How prevalent is it? How do they do it? Why do they do it? We will watch 2 short video clips at the beginning of classes on Friday about this topic and then have a discussion.

TUESDAY 10/2

SR201
Today: Into The Wild blog post #1 was due before class. I will assess them and send you an email with my assessment and your grade. We discussed the first half of Chapter 5 which focused on 14 different Play Theories. We discussed and defined the term "play" and talked about the characteristics of play. We then broke into smaller groups and came up with definitions for the 14 different theories.

Homework: Quiz #3 on Thursday based on Chapter 5 in the textbook ad Chapters 5 & 6 from Into the Wild. See study guide below. Read and be ready to discuss the second half of Chapter 5 from the textbook.

Study Guide:
-Play
-Play Theories (Surplus Energy, Recreation, Relaxation, Compensation, Generalization, Instinct Practice, Learning, Catharsis, Self Expression, Competence Effectance, Optimal Arousal, FLOW, lay as an escape from social reality, Recreation as a religious experience)
-Karl Menninger's Categorization of Hobbies & Interests
-Maslow's Hierarchy
-Nash's Pyramid of Leisure
-Into The Wild Chapters 5 & 6

SR368
Today: We discussed the first half of Chapter 4. This included HOK Sport, the world's leading sports architecture firm. From the chapter we discussed the typical phases of a master plan & the steps in developing a master plan.

Homework: Quiz #4 on Thursday based on Chapter 4. See study guide below. Read and be ready to discuss the second half of Chapter 4.

Study Guide:
-Notes from the first half of Chapter 4 (WebCT)
-What is an RFP?
-Components of the design team
-All bids on larger projects should be accompanied by what? Why?
-What are the different construction approaches?
-Prior to interviewing the finalists, what should happen?

MONDAY 10/1

IC101
Today: We took the notes we made from our 2 brainstorming sessions last week and started to storyboard out Civic Engagement Project. We came up with 4 scenes (2 scenes for 2 separate issues).
Roommate Issues
Scene 1: Character arrives on campus and goes to his/her dorm room for the first time. He/she slowly opens the door and looks inside to find a mess. Loud music playing, both beds have clothes, food, etc. on them. There is no room to walk let alone move in. Camera shot of character closing the door and walking away. No interaction between roommates. In the resolution scene, the character comes back to the rooms to fins it cleaned up and a bed unoccupied for him/her. Dialog between roommates talking about living situation.

Scene 2: Character arrives on campus and begins orientation activities (get id, room keys, schedule). Minor problems/issues at each stop stressing him/her out. While in line character overhears 2 students talking about a party at Washington Dorm. Character looks at his/her piece of paper saying that is where he/she will be living. Character hopes it is not in his/her room. Character gets to the room to find it packed with people. As he/she looks around, the camera does a 360 faster and faster to create dizzying stress feeling. In the resolution scene, the present day Seniors explain how the "social" roommate although noisy at times did help the character get in a specific class.

Dealing With Homesick
Scene 1: Throughout the first day, the character keeps trying to call boyfriend/girlfriend but phone keeps cutting out. After a stressful day the character finally gets through only to find out how fun the boyfriend/girlfriend is having. After phone conversation character is stressed/lonely. As he/she lays down he/she gets a text message. It is from boyfriend/girlfriend and says "I miss You." With a smile on his/her face, character turns out the light and goes to sleep.

Scene 2: Character misses family. Misses Mom's cooking and watching sports with Dad. Having a hard time connecting on the phone, keeps getting answering machine. Resolution scene takes place on Parent's Day. All go out to dinner together for a meal other than from the cafeteria.

Homework: For Wednesday please read the AAC& U Statement and the TeaCh Goals in the Common Reader Unit 4. You are to also complete 3 Cups of Tea Question #2.

IC212
Today: We watched an introduction clip from The Corporation. We saw how Corporations began, how they have evolved, and what their "purpose" is. As you watch the video, and read the book, think about the following:
1) How would you define a Corporation?
2) Should Corporations serve a purpose past satisfying shareholder wealth (profit)?

Homework: Begin reading Chapter 1 for next week. We will continue with the video on Wednesday.

THURSDAY 9/27

SR201
Today: We took Quiz #2 and Kevin stumped me with a Shawshank Redemption trivia question. It's all Seinfeld from now on. After the quiz we discussed the rest of Chapter 4 from the textbook and Chapters 3 & 4 from Into The Wild. Our textbook discussion focused on the 6 career fields in the leisure services industry.
1) Commercial & Private Enterprise Recreation
2) Community Recreation
3) Outdoor Recreation
4) Military Recreation
5) Industrial Recreation
6) Therapeutic Recreation

As for our Into The Wild discussion, we focused on:
1) The significance of the Tolstoy passage, “I wanted movement and not a calm course of existence. I wanted excitement & danger & the chance to sacrifice myself for my love. I felt in myself a superabundance of energy which found no outlet in our quiet life.”
2) The significance of Chris abandoning his car.
3) The significance of Chris burning his money.
4) What Wayne Westerberg meant to Chris

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss the first half of textbook Chapter 5. Also, your first blog post and an email to me telling me the url is due prior to Tuesday's class. Failure to do both before class will result in "no credit."

SR368
Today: We took Quiz #3 and Luke stumped me again with a Seinfeld trivia question. I think the roles will reverse next week and I will ask Luke a question. After the quiz We we debriefed the simulated survival game. Kudos to Luke, Jay, Jeff & Russell for winning. We also discussed the main points to Chapter 3.
1) The 4 rules to Brainstorming
2) Needs Assessment Survey (What is it? What information doe it cover? What are the components?)
3) The 5 step process for implementing a survey as a needs assessment tool

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss the first half of Chapter 4.

WEDNESDAY 9/26

IC101
Today: Part 2 of our civic engagement project brainstorming session. Another good session. We got a lot accomplished over the past 2 classes. It's now your project to start to run with, and Dan & I will be there for guidance and direction. Don't forget to fill out your weekly journal sheets for the individual work you do with the project.

Homework: We will have a civic engagement discussion on Friday. For this discussion please answer the following:
-How would you define "civic engagement?"
-What responsibility, if any, do you feel the individual has with the community? Why?
-3 Cups of Tea Question 8

Parents Day: I will be unable to attend. Please send my apologies to your parents. For general questions, you can direct your parents to Molly Haas (IC101 Coordinator). She will be located in Edgewood 001-A from 12:30 to 2. You can also have your parents call or email me with more specific questions if they have them.

IC212
Today: We got away from traditional PowerPoint/Chalkboard discussions this week on the book material and incorporated individual & group exercises. For today, we had a battle of the sexes to see who could survive a plane crash in Northern Canada in the middle of the winter. I found out that I would be much better off having Alexandra tell me what to do than Matt. Please turn in your Eagle Scout badge.

Homework: Quiz #3 (Drucker 18, 19, 23, 25) is up on Friday. Check the notes on WebCT & the study guide below. Also, your research paper proposal is due on Friday.

Study Guide
-4 Fundamentals of Communication (Check PP Notes)
-Define "downward" & "upward" communication (Check PP Notes)
-7 skills needed for teamwork (Check PP Notes)
-Leadership is what 3 things? (Check PP Notes)
-6 characteristics of an effective leader (Check PP Notes)
-What is a "knowledge worker?" (Chapter 23)
-What does Drucker say the essence of management is? (Chapter 23)
-The first 2 sectors of business are the private & public sector. What is the "third sector?" (Chapter 25)

TUESDAY 9/25

SR201
Today: Much better discussion today. Keep it going. We started discussing Chapter 4 from the textbook. You individually assessed your own personal leisure & non-leisure time as well as the activities that you do that fall into each category. When we discussed this activity as a group we learned that much of your leisure time is taken up with: naps, tv/computer, & socializing. We also learned that the main activities that take up your non-leisure time are: sleeping, school, & sports. We then turned our conversation to the main points that were addressed in the chapter. The 3 that we discussed were: leisure activities among college students, a decline in female participation in leisure activities, & the increase in the leisure industry.

Homework: Quiz #2 will take place on Thursday. It will be based on textbook Chapter 4 & Into The Wild Chapters 3 & 4. Remember to take a look at the study guide below, the class notes on WebCT, & to bring a Seinfeld trivia question. Don't forget that your first post for the Into The Wild Blog Assignment is due on October 2. Prior to class that day you need to have completed the assignment & emailed me your blog url. The set up of the blog should be from Chris McCandless' perspective (the main character), not from your own.

Quiz #2 Study Guide
-Into The Wild Chapters 3 & 4
-Recreational Participation Patterns: What activity is the most prevalent use of free time in the US?
-Leisure Participation Patterns of Women: What are the 3 factors that restrict the freedom of women with respect to leisure?
-Leisure In The US Economy: Annual spending on recreation in the US is between what and what?
-The Leisure Services Field: Careers in leisure services exist in what fields (6)? What are the 5 categories within the area of commercial recreation?
-According to a 2001 Durex Survey (PowerPoint Notes) what % of Americans claim to have sex daily?

SR368
Today: To go along with the beginning of Chapter 3 which discusses "Brainstorming" we did a group Survival Test exercise. The simulation was that your groups just survived a small plane crash in mid-January in Northern Canada. As survivors you have 2 main tasks: stay warm & attract attention. You managed to salvage 12 items and need to rank them in order of survival importance. I will announce he winning group on Thursday.

Homework: Quiz #3 based on Chapter 3 will be on Thursday. Check the study guide below as well as the class notes on WebCT.

Quiz #3 Outline
What are the 4 rules to Brainstorming?
What are the 8 categories of needs assessment information?
What are the 5 steps in the survey process?
What are the components of a needs assessment report?
What are the steps in the planning process?
What is the difference between standing plans & single-use plans?
What are the 2 essential characteristics of an objective?
What does SWOT stand for?
What is "perfectionism?"

MONDAY 9/24

IC101
Today: We discussed the Civic Engagement Project portion of the semester. We decided that we will do a group project that will be a movie with the theme of what it is like to be a freshman at FPU. Hopefully this video can be used as an educational tool at future freshman orientations. We decided that the plot will be close friends who have just returned to FPU from Summer vacation and are entering their Senior year. They start to reminisce and tell stories about what it was like to first arrive at FPU as freshmen. We decided that the scenes will address issues that you all went through and are still going through.
Roommate issues
Meeting new people
Being homesick
Homework: Take a look at the issues list that we came up with in class and write down how you relate to them as college freshman. What are you personal stories surrounding these issues? You are to also complete Question #8 from the Three Cups of Tea question list.

IC212
Today: Drucker Chapters 18 & 19 focus on communication & leadership. We addressed this by taking a personal values assessment of ourselves. From a list, we chose the top 10 values that are important to each of us. We slowly narrowed the list down to the top 1 value. We then talked about why that value is important, why there wasn't much overlap in the class, and what we value in other people. Take a look at the PowerPoint notes on WebCt regarding these chapters.

Homework: Read Drucker Chapters 23 & 25. We will be doing a group activity on Wednesday based on our discussion today and the topics Drucker addresses in the chapters. The research proposal is due on Friday. Email me or come see me if you are having trouble narrowing down a topic.

FRIDAY 9/21

IC101
Today: We viewed 2 video clips about setting goals and the obstacles that may get in the way of achieving them. The first was a clip about Rex Pemberton's expedition to the top of Mt. Everest and the second clip was about the "Everest Boys" and their journey to become the first humans to go from Pole to Pole using only manpower. We then discussed as a group the obstacles you may encounter while trying to achieve your 6 goal & how you can avoid/combat them.
Rex Pemberton
Everest Boys
Pole to Pole

Homework: Be ready to discuss potential civic engagement project ideas on Monday. Our Civic Engagement discussion on Wednesday & Friday will surround Unit 5 in the Common Reader & Question 8 from Three Cups of Tea. Have a great weekend!

IC212
Today: We took Quiz #2. Kevin stumped me with his Seinfeld trivia question although I am protesting. I just looked it up and the deal is that the character of Kramer is based on a neighbor of the show's co-creator Larry David named Kenny Kramer. For fear that naming the character after him may cause a lawsuit, Larry David & Jerry Seinfeld were going to name the character Kessler. Before production of the show started they decided to go with the name of Kramer so the name Kessler was never used in the actual show. We also had a group brainstorming session about research topics. I was pleased with all the ideas we discussed today. If you are still having trouble, please come see me.

Homework: Work on a research topic. The proposal is due next Friday. For Monday, read and be ready to discuss Drucker 18 & 19. Have a great weekend!

THURSDAY 9/20

SR201
Today: I was not impressed with our discussion today. It was evident that the majority of you were not prepared to discuss the textbook material or the Into The Wild chapters. There were also a lot of side conversations going on during our small group discussion and our class discussion. This cannot continue, and if it does will only make the semester more laborious for you. It is my expectation that from now on you read the material prior to coming to class and then be ready to actively engage in a discussion in class.
We took Quiz #1 based on our previous class' discussion. Our discussion today focused on 3 main parts from Chapter 3:
A) What are the benefits from studying leisure history?
B) What are some factors that have influenced the development of the recreation movement in the 20th century?
C) What are some factors that will influence the development of the recreation movement in the 21st century?

Homework: Read and be ready to discuss Chapter 4. In addition, you are to write up a 1 page summary of the chapter and also a list of 5 main points that the chapter addresses. This is to be typed and turned in on Tuesday, & will count as a quiz grade. We will also divide into groups for the group presentation. Your groups should be made up of 5 people.

SR368
Today: Really good discussion today. Nice job. We took Quiz 2 and we finished discussing Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on 5 main points:
A) Job Description for FPU Director of Intramurals
B) Why is in-service training important and what should be the elements of an effective program?
C) Why is a rewards system essential to maintaining employee morale, & what are examples of intrinsic & extrinsic rewards?
D) What are the procedures for terminations by the employee & by the organization?
E) What should the procedures be for an employee reporting inappropriate behavior (sexual harassment)?

Homework: Read and be ready to discuss Chapter 3.

WEDNESDAY 9/19

IC101
Today: We FINALLY finished up our introduction presentations. Nice job to everyone; I was impressed. Also nice job to those of you who were able to stump us with the 5 statements. No thanks to Sleepy for always leading me in the wrong direction.

Homework: Be ready to discuss the following:
A) One goal you set for yourself and you were able to achieve, & one goal you set and you were not able to achieve.
B) One obstacle for each of your 6 goals that we discussed on Monday.

IC212
Today: We learned that it is not fun to get assaulted with a taser gun. We also discussed Chapter 11 and focused our discussion on 2 ares: 1) Market Focus & 2) Top Management. We talked about how "market" is a business term for customers, and that in order to be effective a business needs to listen to its customers, deliver to them what they want, and be willing to adapt & change. We talked about how the computer, Xerox photocopier and Air Jordan sneakers are all examples of products that were successful in new markets that they were not originally intended for. We also discussed Top Management and the group decided that the need for an effective Top Management is critical to the success of a business. Drucker states that:
-A top management team must be built before a company actually needs one
-Forming a top management team is a long process that can't be done overnight
-Top management must focus on 2 key activities:
1) Management of people
2) Management of money

Homework: Quiz #2 based on Chapters 9, 10, 11, 15 will take place. See the study guide below. Also, please bring in 1, 2, 3 or as many ideas as you have for your research topic. I want to use the time in class to get everyone focused on a research topic.

Quiz Study Guide
-What is the Peter Principle? (9)
-What are the 4 basic principles when making people decisions? (9)
-What are the 5 decision steps when making effective promotion & staffing decisions? (9)
-What are the 3 "Don'ts" that entrepreneurial management of an existing business should not do? (10)
-What are the 2 key activities present in in all organizations (11)
-Businesses must realize that its product/service is defined by who? (11)
-As an individual in a business the first thing to know about how you perform is to determine if you are what? (15)

TUESDAY 9/18

SR201
Today: We discussed Chapter 2 of the textbook which focuses on leisure education. Our small group discussions focused on 2 issues: a) Will leisure time grow or decline in the future, & what factors contribute to the growth or decline of leisure time in our society. b) Exercise 2.1: Ideal Material Wants vs Minimized Material Needs. We then, as a group, came up with reasons for why leisure time will either increase or decrease. Here are the main points to consider.
Factors Causing A Decline In Leisure Time
1) Limitless Materialism
2) Increase of women in the workforce
3) Increase in demand for service jobs
4) An increasingly complex society

Factors Causing An Increase In Leisure Time
1) Technology in the workplace and at home
2) Baby Boom generation retiring
3) Education

Homework: Read and be ready to discuss Chapter 3 from the textbook and Chapters 1 & 2 from Into The Wild. Quiz 1 will be on Thursday. Don't forget to come up with a Seinfeld trivia question for extra credit. See the study guide below.

-Read the 9/11 & sports article that goes with the documentary 9 Innings From Ground Zero
-Read Into The Wild Chapters 1 & 2
-Define "Leisure Time"
-Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure
-Views of Leisure (Classical View, Antiutilitarian View, Social Instrument View, Leisure as a Symbol of Social Class)
-Define "Limitless Materialism"
-Factors causing an increase in lesisure time (textbook)
-Factors causing a decrease in leisure time (textbook)

SR368
Today: We divided into smaller groups and discussed the job qualifications for the Assistant Director of Recreation Sports at Seattle University. This exercise led us into a group discussion about Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on the following:
-Main components of Human Resource Management (HRM)
-Types of employees (2 Classifications & 4 Special Types)
-Three categories/characteristics of all employees
-Components of a Job Description (3)
-Components of a Position Announcement (7)

Homework: Develop a Job Description for the Director of Intramural Sports @ FPU. Divide groups for group presentation (3 groups of 4 & 1 group of 5). Read and be ready to discuss the second half of Chapter 2. Quiz 2 will be on Thursday. Don't forget to come up with a Seinfeld trivia question for extra credit. See the study guide below.

-Main components of Human Resource Management (HRM)
-Types of employees (2 Classifications & 4 Special Types)
-Three categories/characteristics of all employees
-Components of a Job Description (3)
-Components of a Position Announcement (7)
-Staff Development Program for In-Service Training (4 elements)
-Reward System: Examples of common extrinsic rewards
-What does EEOC stand for
-What procedure should organization's outline for employees to take if they were sexually harassed (5 components)

MONDAY 9/17

IC101
Today: We discussed goals. You all have set really good goals for yourselves. Now comes the hard part, making sure you accomplish them. We focused on goals to accomplish for Freshman year (short-term) and goals to accomplish for graduation (long-term). We talked about why they are important and the steps to take to ensure we accomplish them. You submitted your Goals/Expectations Essay today. I look forward to reading them. I will make comments, grade them, & have them back to you no later than next Monday.

Homework: We will finish out introduction presentations on Wednesday. I have some youtube clips I want to show you after the presentations that build off of our goals discussion today and will build on our discussion for Friday. I want you to think about the 6 goals you have for yourself and give some thought to potential obstacles you might encounter while working towards accomplishing these goals. In addition, keep giving thought to the civic engagement project. Do we want to do a group project? Several smaller group projects? Individual projects? The Fair on Wednesday will have good ideas if you are stuck. We will start discussing 3 Cups of Tea next week. Make sure you refresh yourself on the book.

IC212
Today: Quality discussion today. Nice job. We talked bout how all "bad" neighborhoods have streets named after trees. Stay away from them. We also discussed Chapters 9 & 10. Our discussion focused on 3 main areas: a) Generic qualities managers look for when hiring employees, b) The 4 basic principles in making people decisions and why each is important, & c) the 5 steps in making important staffing decisions and why each is important. Revisit the Peter Principle (people rise to their level of incompetence), you might see it again (wink, wink) .

Homework: Read & be ready to discuss Chapters 11 & 15. For Friday, bring in at least 1 idea for the semester research project. My goal for Friday is to have everyone know the direction they will be taking with this project. You will be able to accomplish a lot on Friday so make sure you take advantage. Anytime you can use class time to get out of class work done is a good thing.