The Absent Minded Professor

TUESDAY 2/14

2012-02-14T11:36:00.000-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
Chapter 3 discussion questions 15-33 were due.
-You took Quiz #4.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on Carbohydrates, fiber, fats, & proteins.

HOMEWORK:
-Greg Fleming will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the following articles & answer the corresponding Discussion Questions:
A) Trimming Super-Size With Half-Orders, Plate Colors
1) What are one of the culprits behind the epidemic of bulging waistlines?
2) What is "right-sizing?"
3) Americans tend to rely on what to tell us about how much food is left?
4) Why do restaurants pile on calorie-dense starches like rice or pasta?
5) About how many calories does 10 ounces of rice or noodles yield?
6) What % of people served more past with marinara sauce onto a red plate than a white one?
7) What % of people served more pasta alfredo onto a white plate than a red one?
8) What do people tend to overeat more of than vegetables?
9) What does switching from an 11-inch plate to a 10-inch plate make people do?
10) What type of glass do people think they're drinking more from?
11) 6-year-olds serve themselves what % more food in an 18-ounce bowl than a 12-ounce bowl?
12) Applebees has introduced a line of meals under how many calories?
13) What term is used to describe smaller-portion entrees?
B) Is Creatine A Safe Supplement
1) What form of creatine is considered the most effective supplement for athletes looking to increase lean body mass and as well as enhance muscular strength, power, & endurance?
2) Where in the body is creatine produced?
3) Where in the body is the majority of creatine stored?
4) What is a critical component of energy generation in the muscle?
5) Long-term supplementation of creatine has shown a what % increase in strength and performance?
6) What nonessential amino acid has been shown to increase skeletal muscle carnosine?

MONDAY 2/13

2012-02-13T12:12:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 4 discussion questions 1-11 were due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 3 & discussed the Budweiser Bowtie Bar SBJ article.

HOMEWORK:
-Kate McDonald will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the following February 6-12 SBJ article & answer the discussion questions:
A) Page 12: "Change On Menu For Kauffman Stadium Bar, Dining Options"
1) What company is the Kansas City Royals' food provider?
2) What is the Roayls' intent for building the outdoor bar?
3) What will Aramark add to the Royals' ballpark after fan surveys showed a preference for more international flavors at the ballpark?
4) More than how many MLB ballparks plan to have Bud-sponsored outfield decks for the 2012 season?
5) What event is Kauffman Stadium hosting in July?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions were due.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on the problems that Starbucks has faced.

HOMEWORK:
-Alesia Gleason will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, what are the advantages/disadvantages of group decision making?
2) What was Myelin Repair Foundation’s collaboration model?
3) How is Dell a "pioneer of collaboration?"
4) What is Toshiba’s collaborative business model?
5) Why has the Sony-Ericsson joint venture been a very successful collaboration?

MN371
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions were due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on the entrepreneurial personality & the benefits of entrepreneurship.

HOMEWORK:
-Billy Dellarocca will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 1 discussion questions:
6) What are the 8 factors driving the entrepreneurial trend in our economy?
7) Define "small business."
8) What % of businesses in America are considered "small?"
-Read Brewing Up A Business Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions for Friday:
1) Every successful person that Sam has ever met has exuded what?
2) What is the polar opposite of self-confidence & has no place in the world of small business?
3) Who founded Northfield Mt. Hermon?
4) To this day what do the students at Northfield make, package, & sell?
5) Of all that the world has to offer, what is the most impressive?
6) What does Sam feel is the best way to gain insight into the kind of person you are?
7) When gathering information on the microbrewing industry, what book became Sam's bible?
8) What have one-tenth the failure rate of restaurants that open without breweries?
9) Why did Sam decided to open a brewery in a restaurant as opposed to a straight-forward beer -production factory?
10) What is Dogfish Head's motto?
11) What is the name of the beer that Dogfish brews that contains an ingredient from every continent?
12) What is the first step toward running a successful business?

FRIDAY 2/10

2012-02-10T11:43:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 3 discussion questions 15-20 were due.
-The PNC SBJ article & discussion questions were due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on eminent domain. We will finish this discussion on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Brittany Martelle will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, should public subsidies be used to finance sport facilities?
2) What franchise became the first major professional sport team to move from the Midwest or northern section of the US to the West Coast?
3) What problem did the Rams' move create for visiting teams, & how did the Rams help with this inconvenience?
4) How was the land in Los Angeles acquired for the Dodgers stadium?
5) What are "cookie-cutter" facilities?
6) How did the palace at Auburn Hills & Camden Yards spur a change in the type of facilities that were being built?
7) How do professional franchises & facilities generate economic activity?
8) What are some questions that sport economists raise about the economic effect of sport franchises' & facilities'?
9) What "psychic benefits" do sport organizations provide?
10) What is BIRGing?
11) What economic & psychic benefits did the Packers recent Super Bowl provide the town of Green Bay?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Drucker Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on why Drucker believed that Starbucks is a good example of innovation.

HOMEWORK:
-Jon Giles will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

MN371
TODAY:
-Brewing Up A Business Chapter 1 discussion questions were due.
-We began a discussion of textbook Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on the characteristics that make a business successful & the characteristics needed in an entrepreneur.

HOMEWORK:
-Sara Davis will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

THURSDAY 2/9

2012-02-09T10:49:00.001-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-Articles & discussion questions were due.
-Chapter 3 discussion questions 1-14 were due.
-You took Quiz #3.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on nutrition.

HOMEWORK:
-Brendan Fitzpatrick will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 3 discussion questions:
15) What are the 5 food groups identified by the MyPyramid icon?
16) The MyPyramid icon identifies a seperate category for what?
17) What are the 5 food groups identified by the MyPlate icon?
18) How many calories does each gram of carbohydrates provide the human body?
19) Explain the difference between simple & complex carbohydrates.
20) A high-fiber diet gives a person a feeling of what without adding too many what to the diet?
21) What is the recommended fiber intake for male adults 50 years & younger?
22) What is the recommended fiber intake for female adults 50 years & younger?
23) What is another name for fats?
24) How many calories does each gram of fat provide the human body?
25) Explain the difference between saturated & unsaturated fats.
26) Why are enzymes important?
27) How many calories does each gram of protein provide the human body?
28) What are the 2 types of vitamins?
29) What crucial role do minerals play in the body functioning?
30) What is the most important nutrient?
31) What % of a male's body weight is water?
32) What % of a females's body weight is water?
33) What is the reason for the difference?

WEDNESDAY 2/8

2012-02-08T11:39:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 3 discussion questions 1-14 were due.
-You took Quiz #3.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on the reasons to build a sports/recreation venue.

HOMEWORK:
-Keri Marnane will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 3 Discussion Questions:
15) For many people or organizations, what may become the only consideration for selecting an architect & building contractor?
16) What significant consideration do outdoor stadiums need to be designed & built with?
17) What can have a dramatic impact upon an event's viability?
18) Why was construction of Miller Park delayed & how much did it cost the Brewers in lost revenue?
19) What is a "Final Flush?"
20) Explain the difference between general obligation bonds & revenue bonds.
-Read the following SBJ article from the Jan 30 - Feb 5 issue & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) Page 5: "PNC Taps Into..."
1) Who is sharing the investment for the Budweiser Bowtie Bar?
2) Who is the Pirates official beer sponsor?
3) Who will the Pirates first market the bar to?
4) Why did the Pirates embark on the project?
5) What is the problem with the stadium's Picnic Park?
6) The Bowtie Bar continues what trend across baseball?
7) What is the name of the Anheuser-Bush branded area at Fenway Park?

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 3 discussion questions were due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on identifying customers.

HOMEWORK:
-Shawna Franzek will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

MN371
TODAY:
-Textbook Chapter 1 discussion questions were due.
-Beer Wars discussion questions were due.
-You took Quiz #2.
-We finished watching Beer Wars & then had a discussion about it.

HOMEWORK:
-Jen Cotnoir will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-The Brewing Up A Business Chapter 1discussion questions are due on Friday.
-Here is a link to an article about the Old Milwaukee Super Bowl commercial: How Old Milwaukee Gamed The Super Bowl.

TUESDAY 2/7

2012-02-07T11:23:00.000-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-First off, I want to make myself perfectly clear that cell phones are not to be used or visible during class without my permission. This was discussed the first week of school, in the syllabus, and in an e-mail I sent last week.Failure to comply will result in you receiving an unexcused absence for the day.
-Chapter 2 discussion questions 1-7 were due.
-The Super Bowl Foods quiz was due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on locus of control & the 5 behavioral modification models.

HOMEWORK:
-Mary Curtis will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the following articles & answer the accompanying Discussion Questions:
A) Heads Up!
1) As a result of the Super Bowl coin toss landing on heads, what will Papa John's be giving away?
2) What is the name of Papa John's customer loyalty program?
3) What % of people who voted on the coin toss on the Papa John's website chose heads?
4) What did Papa John's call the Super Bowl coin toss promotion?
5) For 10 of the past 12 years, consumers have rated what pizza chain #1 in customer satisfaction among all national pizza chains in the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI)?
B) Top 10 Super Bowl Facts & Tips
1) What is the #1 food consumption day in America?
2) How many calories does the average Super Bowl watcher consume while snacking?
3) What is the favorite snack of Super Bowl watchers?
4) How many calories of Doritos does the average Super Bowl watcher consume?
5) How many football fields would you have to run to burn off the Doritos calories?
6) To get the same amount of calories as the Doritos, how many baby carrots or celery sticks would you have to eat?
C) Domino's Pizza Hustles
1) How many slices of pizza did Domino's expect to sell on Sunday?
2) What % increase is the sales on Super Bowl than a typical Sunday for Domino's?
3) During last year's Super Bowl, Domino's delivered enough pizzas to stretch across how many football fields?
4) What is the most popular pizza topping for Americans?
5) What is the 2nd most popular pizza topping for Americans?
6) In America alone, how many miles will Domino's Pizza delivery drivers cover on Sunday?
-Read Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Define "nutrition."
2) On a given day, nearly 1/2 of people in the US do not eat what?
3) On a given day, nearly 1/4 of people in the US do not eat what?
4) Food availability is not a problem, but what is?
5) What are among the leading causes of death in many developed countries, including the US?
6) Up to what % of all cancers may be diet related?
7) Define "nutrients."
8) State the essential nutrients.
9) Define what "fuel nutrients' are & state the fuel nutrients.
10) Define what "regulatory nutrients" are & state the regulatory nutrients.
11) According to most nutritionists, what is the 7th nutrient?
12) Define "macronutrients" & state the macronutrients.
13) Define "micronutrients" & state the micronutrients.
14) Define "calorie."

MONDAY 2/6

2012-02-06T12:04:00.001-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions were due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on operational & contingency planning.
-We discussed the 2 SBJ articles that were due last Friday.

HOMEWORK:
-Ryan Leach will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) For some campuses (FPU is one), what are among the most significant aspects for student recruitment & retention?
2) Prior to commencing construction of a facility, what must be determined?
3) To mitigate obsolescence, what should be integrated into all facility designs?
4) What NHL team relocated to Phoenix, AZ is 1996?
5) What was the problem with the US Airways Center as a hockey venue?
6) What is one problem with building facilities in metropolitan areas?
7) What is an "option?"
8) What is "eminent domain?"
9) What was the court ruling in Kelo v. London?
10) What facility did the state of Texas exempt from their anti-eminent-domain-for-private-use law?
11) What main factors are part of preparing a building site?
12) Where did the Yankees play their home games in 1974-75 while Yankee Stadium was being remodeled?
13) What is a RFQ?
14) What is a RFB?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We spent the class discussing the top 10 Super Bowl commercials according to USA Today's Ad Meter.

HOMEWORK:
-Mariah Dixson will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Why does Starbucks exemplify what Drucker considered to be true innovation?
2) What are Drucker's 4 basic questions about innovation?
3) In your own words define innovation?
4) Pick a company (other than Apple) that you think is innovative. Why is the company innovative?
5) What is systematic abandonment?
6) How do the companies, Kimberly-Clark & Peapod, exemplify Drucker's concept of systematic abandonment?
7) What are Drucker's 7 key sources of opportunities?

MN371
TODAY:
-We continued watching Beer Wars. We have a little left to watch at the beginning of class on Wednesday.

HOMEWORK:
-The discussion questions for Beer Wars are due on Wednesday.
-Read textbook Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions for Wednesday:
1) In your opinion, what are 3 companies that you feel are successful & why?
2) In your own words, explain what an entrepreneur is.
3) In your opinion, what characteristics are required for someone to be a successful entrepreneur?
4) From what is discussed in the chapter, state 3 benefits to entrepreneurship & explain each.
5) From what is discussed in the chapter, state 3 drawbacks to entrepreneurship & explain each.
-Read Chapter 1 of Brewing Up A Business & answer the following Discussion Questions for Friday:
1) What high school was Sam kicked out of 2 months before graduation?
2) What was the most important reason why Sam's time at the prep high school was so crucial in his development as a creative person?
3) What was Sam's major in college?
4) What was Sam's inmost thought in high school that still drives him today?
5) What is the only predictable thing in the world of business?
6) What does Sam say business integrity is?
7) What is one major characteristic consistent in every successful business that survives long past its inception?
8) What college did Sam graduate from in 1992?
9) What did Sam call his first batch of home brewed beer?
10) Where does the name "Dogfish Head" come from?
11) How many gallons of beer is yielded from a barrel?
12) What are the components of Sam's personality equation?

FRIDAY 2/3

2012-02-03T11:20:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-SBJ articles & discussion questions were due.
-You took Quiz #2.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on the 4 phases of event planning.

HOMEWORK:
-Drew Larson will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Enjoy the Super Bowl!

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions were due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on push & pull marketing strategies.
-You took Quiz #2.

HOMEWORK:
-Annemarie Davis will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Enjoy the Super Bowl!

MN371
TODAY:
-The discussion questions for the Foreward, Preface, & Introduction of Brewing Up A Business were due.
-We began watching the documentary Beer Wars. I handed out discussion questions for you to answer as you watch.

HOMEWORK:
-We will finish the documentary on Monday.
-Enjoy the Super Bowl!

THURSDAY 2/2

2012-02-02T11:00:00.000-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 2 discussion questions 1-5 were due.
-The "Plate Icon" article & discussion questions were due.
-We discussed the "Plate Icon" article & began a discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on environmental influences on physical activity and diet & nutrition.

HOMEWORK:
-Hunter Corrigan will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 2 Discussion Questions:
1) Define "locus of control."
2) Describe a person with an internal locus of control.
3) Describe a person with an external locus of control.
4) What are the 3 impediments that can keep people from taking control of their lives?
5) What does the 2-stage model of unhealthy & healthy behavior state?
6) Summarize each of the following behavior change theories:
A) Learning Theories
B) Problem-Solving Model
C) Social Cognitive Theory
D) Relapse Prevention Model
E) Transtheoretical Model
7) Summarize the acronym: SMART.
-Take this Super Bowl Foods Quiz & print or record your answers.

WEDNESDAY 2/1

2012-02-01T12:21:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 2 discussion questions 7-12 were due.
-I handed out this week's SBJ.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on event/facility management as a process. We will finish discussing Chapter 2 on Friday.

HOMEWORK:
-Andy Grimes will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the following SBJ articles & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) Cover: "No Room, No Vacancy At Indy"
1) Why are prices for hotel rooms historically high for the Indianapolis Super Bowl?
2) Where are large corporations hosting client hospitality?
3) What sporting event is expected to have good hotel rooms at 1/3 the price of those in downtown Indianapolis?
4) How much are rooms at the La Quinta selling for?
5) How much will the La Quinta rooms sell for the week after the game?
6) How many hotel rooms within an hour's drive are Super Bowl host cities required to have by the NFL?
7) How many rooms in or near Indinapolis did the NFL contract for use?
8) By population count, Indianapolis is the smallest Super Bowl host since what city?
9) The problems with hotels is making what alternative more popular?
B) Page 20: "Fans First As Event Rolls Into Indianapolis"
1) What stadium hoted last year's Super Bowl?
2) How many temporary seats were ruled usafe at last year's Super Bowl?
3) What made getting around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex difficult last year?
4) What NFL stadium has the most backstage exhibit space?
5) What 2 venues will host all official Super Bowl activities?
6) What is the only outdoor event taking place at this year's Super Bowl?
7) When & where was the last Super Bowl hosted by a cold-weather city?
8) What company is the official concessionaire of Lucas Oil Stadium?
9) The total capacity for the Super Bowl will be in the range of what attendance number?

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 2 discussion questions 5-8 were due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on why & how the customer is in the driver's seat.

HOMEWORK:
-Mikey Connor will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

MN371
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion on the history & business of beer. Our discussion focused on the difference between large & small breweries & the 3 tier distribution system.

HOMEWORK:
-Check out this article about beer & the Super Bowl. Are You Ready For Some Brewskis?
-The discussion questions for the Foreward, Preface, & Introduction of Brewing Up A Business are due on Friday.

TUESDAY 1/31

2012-01-31T14:10:00.000-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 1 discussion questions 7-13 were due.
-You took Quiz #1.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on physical activity vs exercise, the dimensions of wellness, physical fitness, & health care.

HOMEWORK:
-Tyler Cornele will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Our environment is not conducive to a healthy, physically active lifestyle. Why?
2) What environmental factors influence physical activity?
3) What environmental factors influence diet & nutrition?
4) What is "traffic-calming?"
5) What is "value marketing?"
-Read the article & the caption box at the top, "Plate Icon To Guide Americans To Healthier Eating," & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What is the US Department of Agriculture replacing the food pyramid with?
2) Who wrote the first USDA food guidelines?
3) What were the 5 food groups identified by the book "Food For Young Children?"
4) When did the USDA release the food wheel that identified 7 food groups?
5) What was the USDA's motto from the 1950's-70's?
6) In the late 1980's the USDA for the first time emphasized avoiding too much what?
7) What is the plate icon called?
8) One half of your plate should be filled with what?
9) Michelle Obama led a national campaign for healthier diets & more physical exercise called what?
10) What was prominently featured in the food pyramid but is less dominant on the new plate?
11) Nutritionwise, what makes up the bulk of our diet?
12) Weight-related health conditions result in how much money annually in health care costs?
13) What website did the USDA introduce to help Americans make better food choices?

MONDAY 1/30

2012-01-30T11:54:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-The Winter X games article & discussion questions were due.
-Chapter 2 discussion questions were due.
-You took Quiz #1.
-We discussed the NHL all Star Game & Winter X Games SBJ articles.

HOMEWORK:
-Jeff Gloshinski will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 2 Discussion Questions:
7) What is one of the most important elements of strategic planning for an event?
8) What is one of the first documented examples of the strategic planning process?
9) What are the 3 main types/categories of staff that a sport event/facility manager will work with?
10) Aside from new venue construction, what is the single most difficult aspect of producing a major sporting event?
11) Why conduct pre-event briefings & what are the 3 pre-event briefings that should take place for all types of events?
12) What is the primary motivation for people to volunteer?

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 2 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #1.
-We finished our discussion of Drucker Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on the last 2 fronts of the Silent Revolution & a discussion of knowledge workers.

HOMEWORK:
-Kylie Clemens will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Drucker Chapter 2 Discussion Questions:
5) Drucker believes that there is never only one customer. What does he mean? How do the Girl Scouts of America fit this?
6) What is the online payment business owned by eBay? What is the Internet phone service owned by eBay?7) Why is it important/helpful for organizations to identify noncustomers?
8) How did Apple figure out that its customers wanted a car charger for the iPod?

MN371
TODAY:
-3 articles & discussion questions were due.
-You took Quiz #1.
-We continued our discussion of the beer industry. Our discussion today focused on the steps in the brewing process.

HOMEWORK:
-Mike Carr will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the Foreward, Preface, & Introduction of Brewing Up A Business, and answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What is the first essential to being an entrepreneur?
2) What is key to having individualistic beers?
3) Who is the world's best-selling author on beer & whiskey?
4) What did Sam major in college?
5) What are entrepreneurs fueled by?
6) What % of of companies in the US are privately owned?
7) To be considered a "small company" a business cannot earn more than how much revenue?
8) What is the #1 reason small companies go out of business?
9) When Dogfish Head opened, what brewery was the smallest in the US?
10) What % of their revenue does Dogfish Head spend on advertising?
11) What state is Dogfish Head headquartered?
12) What ancient Egyptian word was virtually synonymous with beer?
13) Light lager accounts for what % of the international beer landscape?
14) What has been one of the biggest factors in Dogfish Head's escalating success since Sam wrote the first edition of the book?
15) Why did Sam decide to reduce their yearly growth rate?
16) What is Dogfish Head's best selling beer?
17) 99% of the beer sold in the US is sold how?
18) Who are the 2 giant global brewing entities & what is their worldwide market share?
19) Craft beer has at most what % market share?
20) The average American lives within how many miles of a local brewery?

FRIDAY 1/27

2012-01-27T17:57:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-SBJ & article discusion questions were due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on LEED standards, & the security measures that event & facility managers have taken since 9/11. We ran out of time & did not get a chance to discuss the NHL All Star Game SBJ article. We will discuss it on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Pat Gilhuly will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What impacts the management of a specific event?
2) In the context of a sport facility, define sport event management.
3) What is a stakeholder?
4) How does an event triangle act as a tool for the event manager?
5) How does the festival frame act as a tool for the event manager?
6) State & summarize the 4 phases of event planning.
-Read the following SBJ article & answer the Discussion Questions:
Page 7: "X Games Puts Three Sponsors Into The Action"
1) What 3 sponsors are being given branded inventory within competition courses at the X games, & what is each being given?
2) Who are the 4 official sponsors of the X Games?
3) What are Verizon & Casio collaborating to promote?
4) What official partner from last year's event did not return this year?
5) What mountain has held the Winter X Games since 2002?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on the evolution of management in America & the Silent Revolution. We will finish this discussion on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Amber Ciarcia will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What does the author mean by, "the customer is in the driver's seat"?
2) In your opinion, what company does a great job at satisfying its customers' needs? Why?
3) What does Medtronic do? The author states that Medtronic is a company that personifies Drucker's ideal of customer focus. How?
4) What are the 4 Drucker questions that a company should answer when connecting with its customer?

MN371
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of the history of beer. Our discussion focused on Prohibition & the 4 main ingredients in beer.

HOMEWORK:
-Brianna Bell will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the following articles & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) Dear, economy: This Bud's for you.
1) Approximately how many jobs does the beer industry provide?
2) How much money does the beer industry contribute to the economy each year?
B) Craft Beer Industry Accelerating Sales Growth
1) Who are the "Big 3" companies in the American beer industry?
2) What % does craft brewing represent in the overall US beer market?
C) How the Three-Tiered Beer Distribution System Works
1) Before prohibition, who held ownership stakes in the bars?
2) Who did the 21st Amendment give complete control over alcohol regulation to?
3) What are the 3 tiers of the beer distribution system?
4) Why are small breweries at a disadvantage compared to the large breweries with distributors?

THURSDAY 1/26

2012-01-26T11:01:00.001-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 1 discussion questions 1-6 were due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on why a healthy lifestyle program is so important.

HOMEWORK:
-Mikayla will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 1 Discussion Questions:
7) What are & explain the 2 categories of physical fitness?
8) What is the difference between health fitness & physical fitness?
9) What 3 important points do the National Health Objectives of 2010 address?
10) According to the WHO, what factors account for the US ranking 24th out of 191 nations in healthy life expectancy?
11) Define moderate physical activity. According to the Federal Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, how much moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity should an adult (18-64) do a week?
12) What is one of the main reasons that the US health care system ranks only 37th in the world?
-Take the Wellness Lifestyle Questionnaire on pages 27 & 28. Be ready to discuss your scores.

WEDNESDAY 1/25

2012-01-25T12:44:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-2 examples of green facility initiatives were due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on sustainability & green facilities.

HOMEWORK:
-Greg Giguere will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read the following SBJ article & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) NHL All-Star Game Takes On Canadian Theme (Page 6)
1) What city is hosting the All-Star Game?
2) What company is the title sponsor?
3) What company is sponsoring a night 5K skate?
4) What company holds the naming rights to the arena that the All-Star game will be played?
5) Who are the 2 team captains for Sunday's game?
6) What company is the title sponsor of the Skills Competition?
7) As far as sponsorship, why is the Skills Competition considered "cluttered?"

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 1 discussion questions 4-10 were due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on the philosophy of Peter Drucker & the 6 functions of management.

HOMEWORK:
-Ashley Bruce will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

MN371
TODAY:
-The real answers to last Friday's discussion questions were due as were the answers to this Monday's.
-We continued our discussion of the history of the beer industry. We finished discussing the European history & began discussing America's history with beer.

HOMEWORK:
-Susannah Batchelder will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

TUESDAY 1/24

2012-01-24T19:26:00.000-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-You were to have read the 2 articles & watched the video clip that were posted last Thursday for today.
-We finished the course introduction.

HOMEWORK:
-Ryan Boswell will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Download & read the syllabus from CampusWeb.
-Read Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What is the difference between life expectancy & healthy life expectancy?
2) What are the leading causes of death in the U.S.?
3) What is the difference between physical activity & exercise?
4) What is wellness & explain each of the 7 dimensions of wellness?
5) What is the #1 threat to public health in the US?
6) What is the #2 threat to public health in the US?

MONDAY 1/23

2012-01-23T11:34:00.000-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-SBJ subscription was due.
-Chapter 1 discussion questions were due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on why sport event & facility management is such a large industry.

HOMEWORK:
-TJ Dineen will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Research & be ready to discuss 2 examples of creative green facility initiatives.

IC212
TODAY:
-The discussion questions from the Peter Drucker article were due.
-Discussion questions 1-3 from Drucker Chapter 1 were due.
-We began a discussion of Drucker Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on the attributes that make a business successful.

HOMEWORK:
-Brett Bosley will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Drucker Chapter 1 discussion questions 4-10 will be due.

MN371
TODAY:
-Your personality quiz results were due.
-The discussion questions assigned on Friday were due.
-We began a discussion about the history of the beer industry. Our discussion focused on the history of beer.

HOMEWORK:
-Nate will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Go back & research the correct answers to Friday's discussion questions.
-Answer the following new Discussion Questions:
1) What is "reinheitsgebot?"
2) How did Oktoberfest in Germany get started?
3) What are the steps for brewing beer?
4) What are the main differences between ales & lagers?
5) What is a microbrewery?

FRIDAY 1/20

2012-01-20T11:40:00.002-05:00

SR368
TODAY:
-We finished discussing the course introduction.

HOMEWORK:
-Travis Champagne will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Where is the Presidential primary occurring on Saturday & what Republican candidates are left?
-Download & read the syllabus. It can be found on CampusWeb.
-Follow these instructions for subscribing to the Sports Business Journal.
1) Click here.
2) Select a subscription: SportsBusiness Journal- 12 weeks.
3) Delivery method for SBJ: Home Delivery.
4) Fill out your personal information. The address you should put is the school address with your campus mailbox number.
5) Fill in your payment information.
6) Create a password for online access.
7) Click I agree to the terms of service.
8) Click subscribe.
-Read textbook Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Each sport event & facility has has specific what associated with it?
2) How much $ did the US spend on new sport facilities in 2008?
3) What % more does it cost to upgrade most facilities to meet modern-day standards than it does to build new ones?
4) When & where was the first university sport management program established?
5) What are the 2 largest trends facing facility managers?
6) Define "sustainability."
7) What year was the first Earth Day held?
8) How is a "green facility" defined?
9) Who established standards for green facilities?
10) What does "LEED" stand for?
11) What was the first LEED-certified professional stadium?
12) What did NFL officials implement in 2005 due to concerns over NFL stadiums being terrorist targets?
13) What facility hosted the first NHL Winter Classic in 2008?

IC212
TODAY:
-We finished discussing the course introduction.

HOMEWORK:
-Alyssa Bergquist will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Download & read the syllabus. It can be found on CampusWeb.
-Read this article about Peter Drucker & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What term is Drucker credited with coining?
2)What is Drucker's true legacy?
3) Where was Drucker born?
4) Where did Drucker earn his doctorate?
5) What corporation did Drucker spend 2 year studying in the 1940's?
6) What university's management school was named in Drucker's honor in 1987?
7) What view is central to Drucker's philosophy?
8) What was Drucker awarded in July 2002?
-Read Drucker Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions (1-3 are due on Monday & 4-10 are due next Wednesday):
1) In your opinion, what organization is successful? In your opinion, what makes the organization successful?
2) In your own words (do not look in a dictionary), define "management.“
3) In your opinion, what has caused management to evolve in the US?
4) What is the Silent Revolution?
5) Summarize what happened during each of the 5 fronts of the Silent Revolution.
6) What are the 3 fastest-growing consumer purchases today?
7) Home Depot passed all its logistics issues off to what company?
8) What innovative group in northern California is trying to find a cure for multiple sclerosis?
9) In Druker's opinion, how did the Americans win the Gulf War in 1991? In his opinion, how will the war on terrorism be won?
10) What does the author mean when she states, "in the 21st century, businesses exist in a Lego world?"

MN371
TODAY:
-We finished discussing the course introduction.

HOMEWORK:
-Download & read the syllabus. It can be found on CampusWeb.
-Click here to take a personality test. Print the results & bring to class on Monday.
-Answer the following Discussion Questions. Do not look up any of these answers. Answer what you know, or think you know.
1) What are the 4 main ingredients in beer?
2) What are the 2 main categories of beer?
3) What does "ABV" stand for?
4) What does "IBU stand for?
5) What is America's oldest brewery?
6) What is America's largest microbrewery?
7) What Constitutional Amendment outlawed beer in America?
8) How many calories are in a 12-ounce Bud Light?
9) How many calories are in a 12-ounce Guinness?
10) What country hosts an annual Oktoberfest?

THURSDAY 1/19

2012-01-19T11:04:00.000-05:00

SR338
TODAY:
-Today was a laid back, introduction day. It was good to see some old faces & meet some new ones. I hope you learned a little about me today.

HOMEWORK:
-If you did not know why the Costa Concordia & Wikipedia were in the news recently you should look them up.
-Please read the following 2 articles & watch the following video clip and give the topic discussed in all 3 some thought.
Article 1: If You Text In Class, This Prof Will Leave
Article 2: Cell Phones In Classrooms? No! Students Need To Pay Attention
Video: Renny Gleeson On Antisocial Phone Tricks

WEDNESDAY 1/18

2012-01-18T12:16:00.001-05:00

SR368
TODAY:

-Today was a laid back, introduction day. It was good to see some old faces & meet some new ones. I hope you learned a little about me today.

HOMEWORK:
-If you did not know why the Costa Concordia & Wikipedia were in the news recently you should look them up.
-Please read the following 2 articles & watch the following video clip and give the topic discussed in all 3 some thought.
Article 1: If You Text In Class, This Prof Will Leave
Article 2: Cell Phones In Classrooms? No! Students Need To Pay Attention
Video: Renny Gleeson On Antisocial Phone Tricks

IC212
TODAY:
-Today was a laid back, introduction day. It was good to see some old faces & meet some new ones. I hope you learned a little about me today.

HOMEWORK:
-If you did not know why the Costa Concordia & Wikipedia were in the news recently you should look them up.
-Don't forget that we switched classrooms. We are now in MH124.
-Please read the following 2 articles & watch the following video clip and give the topic discussed in all 3 some thought.
Article 1: If You Text In Class, This Prof Will Leave
Article 2: Cell Phones In Classrooms? No! Students Need To Pay Attention
Video: Renny Gleeson On Antisocial Phone Tricks

MN371
TODAY:

-Today was a laid back, introduction day. It was good to see some old faces & meet some new ones. I hope you learned a little about me today.

HOMEWORK:
-If you did not know why the Costa Concordia & Wikipedia were in the news recently you should look them up.
-Please read the following 2 articles & watch the following video clip and give the topic discussed in all 3 some thought.
Article 1: If You Text In Class, This Prof Will Leave
Article 2: Cell Phones In Classrooms? No! Students Need To Pay Attention
Video: Renny Gleeson On Antisocial Phone Tricks

WEDNESDAY 12/7

2011-12-07T13:10:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-You took Quiz #4 on Unit 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Please remember to upload your answer to the IC101 advising question to survey monkey by Friday.
-The all units exam will take place on Friday. Remember to bring your semester notes & homework with you.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz 14.
-We finished our discussion of TWIF Chapter 2 flatteners.

HOMEWORK:
-On Friday we will review for next Monday's exam.

SR201
TODAY:
-We reviewed for Friday's exam.

HOMEWORK:
-Exam on Friday.

MONDAY 12/5

2011-12-05T21:44:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion of Unit 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the question that was e-mailed to you today by Professor Lynn Chandler & upload it to survey monkey.
-Quiz on Unit 4 on Wednesday.
-Exam on all units on Friday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz 13.
-We finished our discussion of TWIF Chapter 1 & began a discussion of the flatteners in Chapter 2.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz 14 on Wednesday.
-No new discussion questions.

EXAM #2 STUDY GUIDE:
The Corporation Chapter 1
-Define: Corporation, Jobbers, Deregulation, Corporate Social Responsibility, Stakeholder, New Capitalism, Sustainable Development, Branding
-What are the 2 advantages of a corporation as a business?
-Industrialization in America involved what 3 important developments?
-What 2 states sought to attract corporations by getting rid of unpopular restriction?
-What 3 P's does CSR honor?

The Corporation Chapter 2
-Define: Cause Marketing, Capitalism With A Conscience, Community Traded
-Be able to explain the Livestrong, Save Lids To Save Lives, Product Red, Brewing The American Dream campaigns.
-Be able to explain how The Body Shop & Pfizer implement capitalism with a conscience.
-What is the objective of the Kyoto Protocol?
-What does the Best Interest of the Corporation Principle state?
-What was the judgment in the Dodge v. Ford case?

The Corporation Chapter 3
-Define: Externality, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Science of Exploitation, Ethics, Morality, Utilitarianism, Offshoring
-What entities are affected by externalities?
-Why did Anderson sue General Motors?

The Corporation Chapter 4
-Define: Consumerism, Materialism (business)
-What 2 main powers does the consumer possess?
-From 1990's-present, what is the most frequent answer given by students for attending college?

The Corporation Chapter 5
-Define: Marketing, Brand Loyalty, Undercover Marketing, Nag Factor, Opportunity in Devastation
-What are the 3 main purposes of marketing?
-What 3 factors influence brand loyalty?
-The true essence of marketing is the ability to persuade the customer into doing what 2 things?
-Explain how Sony Ericsson used undercover marketing.
-Be able to explain the 4 categories of parents.

TWIF Chapter 1
-Define: The Dell Theory, Outsourcing, Call Centers
-Know the time frame & key agent of change for the 3 great eras of globalization.

TWIF Chapter 2
-I will give you a brief description of a flattener & you will need to be able to identify the flattener.

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild essays due.
-Quiz 13.

HOMEWORK:
-Exam review on Wednesday.
-Exam on Friday.

FRIDAY 12/2

2011-12-04T16:13:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Implicit Association Test results due.
-We continued discussing Unit 4.

HOMEWORK:
-None.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz 12.
-We began a discussion of TWIF Chapter 1.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following questions for you assigned TWIF Chapter 2 flatteners:
1) What is the flattner (explain)?
2) Why is it a flattener (explain)?

1 & 6
TONY, CHRIS, MARISA, MELANIE, ROBERT V, JAMIE
2 & 7
MATT B, BROOKE, IAN, NICOLE, MATT W, AUDREY
3 & 8
JOE, SAMANTHA, SANDRA, FRANK, JAMES
4 & 9
ROBERT B, JOHN, RIMA, BRITTANIE, BILL
5 & 10
KIRSTI, LEO, ALI, ALYSSA, JEFF

SR201
TODAY:
-Murderball & Chapter 14 discussion questions due.
-Quiz 12.
-We discussed Murderball & Chapter 14.

HOMEWORK:
-Into The Wild essays are due at 11:00am. I will not accept them late.
-Quiz 13.

WEDNESDAY 11/30

2011-11-30T22:27:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We began a discussion of Unit 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Follow these steps to take the following Implicit Association Test:
1) Click here.
2) Click "demonstration."
3) Click "Go to the Demonstration Tests."
4) Click "I wish to proceed."
5) Click "Race IAT."
6) Click "Click Here to Begin."
7) Take the test & bring your results with you to class on Friday.

IC212
TODAY:
-TWIF Chapter 1 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-We finished watching Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-The Murderball & Chapter 14 discussion questions are due Friday.

MONDAY 11/28

2011-11-28T11:41:00.002-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished watching Glory Road.

HOMEWORK:
-Have your notebook with you on Wednesday. We will begin a discussion of Unit 4.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #11.
-We continued our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 5. We will finish this at the beginning of class on Wednesday.

HOMEWORK:
-Read The World is Flat Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) For the 3 great eras of globalization, answer the following questions:
A) What is the era's time frame?
B) Who/What was the key agent of change?
2) What is "outsourcing?"
3) What are "nighthawks?"
4) How does McDonald's use call centers?

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-I handed out a review sheet for the exam that will take place next Friday.
-I handed out discussion questions for Murderball.
-We began watching Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-Read Chapter 14 & answer the following Discussion Questions:

1) Explain some limitations that special population groups encounter in experiencing full participation in the normal structure of society.

2) Define forced leisure.

3) Explain the value of recreation for special populations.

4) Define therapeutic recreation.

5) What are the 4 methods outlined in the chapter that can assist in changing
attitudes toward special populations.

MONDAY 11/21

2011-11-22T10:04:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We continued watching Glory Road.

HOMEWORK:
-None. Enjoy Thanksgiving!

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of The Corporation Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-None. Enjoy Thanksgiving!

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-I handed out the Into The Wild essays assignment & discussed.

HOMEWORK:
-None. Enjoy Thanksgiving.

FRIDAY 11/18

2011-11-18T12:11:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-You took Quiz #3.
-We began watching the movie, Glory Road.

HOMEWORK:
-None!

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 4.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild: Chapter 18 & Epilogue.
-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #11.
-We discussed Chapter 13.

WEDNESDAY 11/16

2011-11-16T13:37:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Course registration! I hope everything worked out.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #3 on Unit 3 will be in class on Friday.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began discussing The Corporation Chapter 4. Our discussion focused on the powers of the consumers.

HOMEWORK:
-Audrey Witkowski will bring in a current event.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 5 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What is the largest education management organization in the US?

2) What is one advantage to privatizing K-12 education?
3) What is one disadvantage to privatizing K-12 education?
4) What is the only industry that has a larger segment of the American marketplace than education?
5) Explain the "Nag Factor."
6) Explain the 4 types of parents.
7) What is meant by "opportunity in devastation?"
8) How do corporations use "undercover marketing?"

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 12.

HOMEWORK:
-Into The Wild: Chapter 18 & Epilogue.
-Read Chapter 13 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Explain the different stages of leisure in childhood.

2) What are the 2 main reasons for leisure gender inequality?

MONDAY 11/14

2011-11-14T22:34:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We had one final discussion about registration.

HOMEWORK:
-No class on Wednesday. Good luck with registration!
-Friday: Quiz #3 on Unit 3 discussion & homework.

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 4 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #10.
-We finished our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on corporate ethical decision making.

HOMEWORK:
-Jamie Wiley current event.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 12 discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 12. Our discussion focused on ethical decision making.

HOMEWORK:
-Doug Willey current event.
-No new discussion questions.

FRIDAY 11/11

2011-11-12T09:23:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed course registration. Remember, online registration for athletes begins on Tuesday 11/15 at 9:00am and ends on Friday 11/18 at noon. For non-athletes, online registration begins on Wednesday 11/16 at 9:00am and ends on Friday 11/18 at noon. Everyone's signed registration form is due at the Registrar's office by 2:00pm on Friday 11/18.

HOMEWORK:
-Work on registration.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 2 by discussing the psychopathic traits of corporations. We began a discussion of Chapter 3 by discussing externalities.

HOMEWORK:
-Jeff White will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In 1933, FDR created the New Deal, aimed to strengthen government's control of what?
2) What American corporation provided the Nazis with tabulation machines used by them to track records in their extermination & slave-labor camps?
3) What was passed by Congress in 1952 to ensure coal mine safety?
4) How did "new social regulation" curb corporations power & freedom?
5) What fuel the political system & are a core strategy in business's campaign to influence government (Look for it. It's in the chapter.)?

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 16 & 17.
-You took Quiz #10.
-We finished discussing Chapters 10 & 11.

HOMEWORK:
-Matt Walsh will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 12 & answer the following Discussion Questions:

1) In your own words, define "ethics."

2) Why is it important to consider ethical concerns when developing a personal leisure philosophy & in selecting leisure activities?

3) What criteria should be used when determining ethics for leisure selection?

4) State & explain the major internal obstacles to leisure fulfillment.

5) State & explain recreational ways to increase norepinephrine levels.

WEDNESDAY 11/9

2011-11-09T13:44:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished our discussion of Unit 3: Violence & Sports. Our discussion focused on various theories to explain violence in sports.

HOMEWORK:
-We will discuss course registration on Friday. Bring your academic catalog & a laptop(if you have one).

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing The Corporation Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on the Kyoto Protocol & the Dodge v. Ford court case.

HOMEWORK:
-Bill Weill will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 11 discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 10. Our discussion focused on social trends that are contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another.

HOMEWORK:
-Collin Tierney will brig in a current event for us to discuss.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 16 & 17.
-No new discussion questions.

MONDAY 11/7

2011-11-07T21:57:00.000-05:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We continued our discussion of Unit 3: Violence & Sports.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-No blog post this week.
-We will meet in the classroom on Friday to discuss spring class registration.

IC212
TODAY:
-Chapter 3 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #9.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on "capitalism with a conscience."

HOMEWORK:
-James Walker will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 10 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #9.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 7. Our discussion focused on recreational alcohol consumption.

HOMEWORK:
-Tyler Stuart will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 11 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Explain the different types of gamblers.
2) What are the 2 motives that underlie gambling?

FRIDAY 11/4

2011-11-04T12:31:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Breakfast in the cafe followed by a roundtable discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-We will continue our discussion of Unit 3: Violence & Sports.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on cause marketing.

HOMEWORK:
-Matt Walcott will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Explain what an "externality" is.

2) Explain what happened in the Anderson v. General Motors case.
3) What is meant by "the science of exploitation?"
4) What happened in the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory disaster?
5) What was passed in 1938 by President Roosevelt's administration that banned sweatshops, child labor, & industrial homework?

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 14 & 15.
-We continued discussing Chapter 7. Our discussion focused on obesity & the components of fitness.

HOMEWORK:
-Colby Smith will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 10 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What social trends are contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another?

2) What are the negative effects on socialization from:
A) Television?
B) Video Games?
C) Music?
D) Cell Phones?

WEDNESDAY 11/2

2011-11-02T15:14:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We continued discussing Unit 3. Our discussion focused on the perception of violence.

HOMEWORK:
-Blog Post 4 due before Friday.
Topic: What word do you hope most people use to describe you? Why would you want it to be that word?
-Roundtable discussion on Friday:
Topic: If you could visit any place in the world this weekend, where would you choose & why?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing The Corporation Chapter 1. Our discussing focused on branding.

HOMEWORK:
-Robert Valente will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-For Friday choose 1 company that you like (if you don't like any companies then just choose any company) & look on their website to find out if they do any work with a charitable organization.

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 7. Our discussion focused on fitness.

HOMEWORK:
-Patrick Shaw will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 14 & 15.
-No new discussion questions due.

MONDAY 10/31

2011-10-31T13:43:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Reaction Paper #1 due today.
-We began a discussion of Unit 3: Violence & Sports. Our discussion focused on why America is so violent.

HOMEWORK:
-Blog Post #4 due before Friday: What word do you hope most people use to describe you? Why would you want it to be that word?
-Answer the following Chapter 7 Discussion Question:
1) Explain the difference between violence & aggression.

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.
-We continued discussing The Corporation Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on capitalism, new capitalism, sustainable development, & branding.

HOMEWORK:
-Alyssa Stearns will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 7 discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 6. Our discussion focused on life patterning, prioritizing goals, & time wasters.

HOMEWORK:
-Nick Saltzman will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

FRIDAY 10/28

2011-10-28T12:52:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished watching Bowling for Columbine

HOMEWORK:
-Reaction Paper #1 is due on Monday. Make sure it is stapled & ready to be handed in at 9:00am sharp!

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued discussing The Corporation Chapter 1. Our discussion focused on how corporation became a legal "person."
-We ended class by taking Quiz #7.

HOMEWORK:
-Brittanie Reine will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Business leaders today say their companies care about more than profit & loss, that they feel responsible to society as a whole, not just to their shareholders. Do you agree/disagree? Why?

2) Thanks to Pfizer, how is the Flushing Avenue subway station safer?
3) What is "capitalism with a conscience?"
4) Executives who choose social & environmental goals over profits--who try to act morally--are, in fact, immoral. Why?
5) Explain the Dodge v. Ford case.
6) What does the "best interests of the corporation" principle state?
7) What is the goal of the Kyoto Protocol?
8) What oil-drilling site do astronauts report being able to see from space at night?
9) What has made Anita Roddick's business, the Body Shop, unusual?
10) What does it mean to diagnose a corporation as psychopathic?

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 7 discussion questions due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 12 & 13.
-We finished discussing Chapter 5 by discussing Nash's Pyramid. We began a discussion of Chapter 6 by discussing ultimate goals.

HOMEWORK:
-Jefferson Rojas will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following (new) Chapter 7 Discussion Questions:
7) State & explain the physiological benefits of exercise.

8) What are some of the psychological benefits of exercise?
9) What is the real reason why most people do not exercise?
10) State & explain the components of health-related physical fitness?
11) What is one of the influences on recreational eating choices?

12) What % of a family's food budget goes toward meals eaten outside the home?
13) What is "portion distortion?"
14) In your opinion, why is alcohol related problems such an issue on college campuses?
15) In your opinion, what is "binge drinking?"

WEDNESDAY 10/26

2011-10-26T13:37:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We started watching Bowling for Columbine.

HOMEWORK:
-We will be in the classroom on Friday, not the cafe. We will be finishing Bowling for Columbine.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued discussing The Corporation Chapter 1. We discussed the rise of the corporation in America.

HOMEWORK:
-Frank Peloso will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued discussing Chapter 5. Our discussion focused on how leisure/recreation applies to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.

HOMEWORK:
-Leslie Rodgers will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 12 & 13.
-Read textbook Chapter 7 & answer the following Discussion Questions(more will be assigned on Friday):
1) Define "fitness."

2) Explain what the "fitness illusion" is.
3) What % of Americans do not exercise at all during their leisure?
4) 50% of new fitness club memberships quit within how many months of joining?
5) Define "obesity."
6) What % of American adults are obese?

MONDAY 10/24

2011-10-24T23:23:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Unit 3 Chapter 6 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #2.
-I handed out & discussed the assignment guideline for Reaction Paper 1.
-We watched the following clip to go along with the topic of Reaction Paper 1: Why We Love The Game.

HOMEWORK:
-No blog post this week.
-Work on Reaction Paper 1.

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 1 discussion questions due.
-We started a discussion of the Corporation Chapter 1,

HOMEWORK:
-Nicole Palmisani will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 6 discussion questions due.
-We continued a discussion of Chapter 5. We finished discussing the play theories.

HOMEWORK:
-Natasha Ray will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

FRIDAY 10/21

2011-10-21T10:26:00.002-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We had breakfast in the cafe & then a roundtable discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-The Unit 3 discussion questions that were posted on Wednesday are due Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-You took Exam #1.

HOMEWORK:
-The Corporation Chapter 1 discussion questions that were posted on Wednesday are due Monday.

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 10 & 11.
-You took Quiz #7.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 5 by discussing the definition of "play" & the play theories.

HOMEWORK:
-Corey Parks will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 6 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What are ultimate goals?
2) What is life patterning?
3) What is the ABC rating system?
4) What is transition time?
5) What is the swiss-cheese approach?
6) What is procrastination?
7) When you procrastinate, what specific activities do you commonly choose to do?

WEDNESDAY 10/19

2011-10-19T12:40:00.001-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We finished discussing Unit 2: Education & Sports. Our discussion focused on the issues with organized youth sports, & whether or not FPU overemphasizes sports.

HOMEWORK:
-The following blog post topic is due before Friday's class: What is your dream job?
-We will be meeting for breakfast in the cafe on Friday & then having a rountable discussion about the following topic: If you were stranded on an island & could only listen to 1 music album & watch 1 movie, what would they be?
-We will being a discussion of Unit 3: Violence & Sports next Monday. Please read textbook Chapter 6 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Define "deviance."
2) How does the "absolutist approach" explain deviance?
3) How does the "constructionist approach" explain deviance?
4) What is a "sport ethic?"
5) Explain the 4 general norms that for the sport ethic.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 7.
-We played a review game for Exam #1.

HOMEWORK:
-Exam #1 will be on Friday.
-For next Monday read The Corporation Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) How did the corporation become so powerful (history & evolution)?
2) How is a corporation a "person?"
3) What is "corporate social responsibility?"
4) What is the history of corporate social responsibility?
5) What is "new capitalism" & what is its effect on corporate social responsibility?
6) How/Why do corporations use new capitalism & corporate social responsibility to soften their image?
7) On page 26 the author states that corporations use "branding" to create unique & attractive personalities for themselves. What is "branding?" To answer this effectively, you will need to research this further than just the short blurb in the book.
8) On page 26 the author quotes Clay Timon, CEO of Landor Associates the world's largest & oldest branding firm, as saying, "Corporations, as brands have souls." What does he mean?
9) In your opinion, what company does an effective job at creating a unique & attractive personality through branding? What is the personality that they portray? How do they do it?

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 4. Our discussion focused on sex as a leisure activity & the leisure participation patterns of women.

HOMEWORK:
-Into The Wild: Chapters 10 & 11.
-Answer the following Chapter 5 Discussion Questions:
1) Explain Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs & how recreational activities can contribute to meeting each of the needs levels.
2) Explain Nash's Pyramid of Leisure & how recreational activities are categorized in the pyramid.

MONDAY 10/17

2011-10-17T22:55:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We discussed Majors Day for last Friday.
-We continued our discussion of Unit 2. We will finish this discussion on Wednesday.

HOMEWORK:
-Blog post topic due before class on Friday: What is your dream job?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 5.
-We began discussing Drucker Chapter 7. We will finish this discussion at the beginning of class on Wednesday.

HOMEWORK:
-We will review for Exam #1 on Wednesday.
-Exam #1 will be on Friday.

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #6.
-We finished discussing Chapter 3.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Brenden McNaught will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Chapter 5 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Define "play."
2) For each of the following play theories (Surplus Energy, Recreation, Relaxation, Compensation, & Generalization):
A) Explain what the theory states.
B) Give examples of activities that would fit into the theory.
C) State a drawback to the theory.

FRIDAY 10/14

2011-10-14T16:06:00.003-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Hopefully Majors Day was informative & helpful. We will discuss on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-We will continue/finish discussing Unit 2 on Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 7 discussion questions were due.
-You took Quiz #5.
-We continued discussing Drucker Chapter 5. We will finish at the beginning of class on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Melanie Ortez will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.
-Exam #1 will be next Friday.

EXAM #1 STUDY GUIDE:
Drucker Article

-What term is Drucker credited with coining?

-Where was Drucker born?

-What corporation did Drucker spend 2 year studying in the 1940's?
-What university's management school was named in Drucker's honor in 1987?

-What was Drucker awarded in July 2002?

Chapter 1

-What are the 3 fastest-growing consumer purchases today?

-Home Depot passed all its logistics issues off to what company?
-What innovative group in northern California is trying to find a cure for multiple sclerosis?

-What are the successful business attributes?

-What are Drucker's 2 main beliefs about management?

-Be able to state the US events that have caused a paradigm change in management, & each event's corresponding management type & model.

-Be able to explain what happened during each of the 5 fronts of the Silent Revolution.

-What company is the leader in market share in the fast food industry?

-What company is the leader in market share in the beer industry?

-In order, what were the 3 most profitable publicly listed American companies in 2010?

Chapter 2

-How does Medtronic personify Drucker's ideal of customer focus?

-How do the Girl Scouts of America fit Drucker's belief that there is never only one customer?

-What is the online payment business owned by ebay?

-What is the Internet phone service owned by ebay?

-How did Apple figure out that its customers wanted a car charger for the iPod?

-What are the 3 reasons why the customer is in the driver's seat?

-Be able to identify the levels & purpose of the the Customer Satisfaction Model.

-Be able to explain the difference between push & pull marketing.

-Be able to identify the customer labels on the Product Diffusion Curve.

Chapter 3

-Define systematic abandonment?

-How do the companies, Kimberly-Clark & Peapod, exemplify Drucker's concept of systematic abandonment?

-Summarize Drucker's 7 key sources of opportunities.

-Define innovation.

-How does Starbucks exemplify innovation?

-What was Starbucks nationwide training day called?

-What website did Starbucks start in order to get customer feedback?

-What is Google's 'innovation time off?"

Chapter 4

-What was Myelin Repair Foundation’s collaboration model?

-How is Dell a "pioneer of collaboration?"

-What is Toshiba’s collaborative business model?

-Why has the Sony-Ericsson joint venture been a very successful collaboration?

-Define brainstorming.

-What are the essential elements to creating brainstorming groups?

-What are the 4 rules to brainstorming?

Chapter 5

-How did Alcoa put Drucker's ideas about putting people(employees) first into practice?

-Between 1987 & 2000, Alcoa's lost workday rate fell from 1.87 days to how many?

-In 2005 how many times better than the national average was Alcoa's lost workday rate?

-Be able to identify the 3 types of employees.

-How can management satisfy human needs on each level of Maslow's Hierarchy?

Chapter 7

-According to Drucker, what characteristics are unique to a CEO?

-Be able to identify the 4 categories of managers.

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 4 discussion questions due.

-Into The Wild: Chapters 8 & 9.

-We continued discussing Chapter 3. We will finish at the beginning of class on Monday.

HOMEWORK:

-Justin Martinez will bring in a current event for us to discuss.

-No new discussion questions.

WEDNESDAY 10/12

2011-10-12T12:43:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-You should have read Professor Ley's essay for class today.
-We continued our discussion of Unit 2. Our discussion focused on the skills acquired through the socialization process, & the benefits of organized youth sports.

HOMEWORK:
-We are meeting in the classroom on Friday, not the cafeteria. We will be attending a "Majors Day" session with the rest of the IC101 sections.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Drucker Chapter 5. Our discussion focused on the expectations of employees from management, Alcoa, & the difference between efficiency & effectiveness.

HOMEWORK:
-Rima & Alexandra will bring in current events for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 7 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What 3 characteristics did Drucker define as being unique to a CEO?
2) In the story box on page 248 Frances Hesselbein, CEO of The Girls Scouts, states that "leadership is a matter of how to be, not how to do." What does she mean?
3) How did Frank Weise, CEO of Cott Beverage, import his personality on the company when he took over? (Story box starting on page 251.)
4) How did Richard Block, president of AGI, have an impact on the actions of the company after touring the company's largest plant in Melrose Park, Illinois? (Story box on page 256.)
5) What does Drucker mean by, "Each of us is a CEO?"

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on the benefits of studying leisure history, & the factors that influenced the development of the recreation movement in the 20th century.

HOMEWORK:
-Kris Kruszka will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 8 & 9.
-Read textbook Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, what are the top 5 leisure activities of FPU students?
2) When watching TV, what is "secondary viewing?"
3) What are the benefits of sex as a leisure activity?
4) Explain the factors that restrict the freedom of women with respect to leisure.
5) Explain the areas where careers in leisure services exist.
6) According to the chapter, what activity is the most prevalent use of free time in the United States?
7) Explain the 2 different methods of calculating leisure:
A) Leisure as memorable time.
B) Leisure as time left over.

FRIDAY 10/7

2011-10-07T13:03:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-No class today.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the essay from professor Ley that I handed out in class in Wednesday. Enjoy Fall Break!

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Rima Manomaitis will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions. Enjoy Fall Break!

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 3 discussion questions due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 6 & 7.
-We finished discussing Chapter 2.

HOMEWORK:
-Connor Hillsgrove will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions. Enjoy Fall Break!

WEDNESDAY 10/5

2011-10-05T12:21:00.001-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Chapter 5 discussion questions were due.
-We continued our discussion of Unit 2. Our discussion focused on the definition of sport & the difference between sport, play, & spectacle.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the essay by Professor Ley that I handed out for class next Wednesday.
-There are no new discussion questions due for next Wednesday's class.
-There is no class on Friday. Enjoy Fall Break! I will see you next Wednesday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-We discussed the group activity from Monday & the process of brainstorming.

HOMEWORK:
-Ian Landry will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 2. We discussed the difference between real & passive leisure, and the reasons why most Americans actually have more free time than they think.

HOMEWORK:
-Calvin Graves will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 6 & 7.
-Read textbook Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What are the main purposes & benefits of studying leisure history?
2) Choose 3 factors that influenced the development of the recreation movement in the 20th century, and be ready to discuss them in class.
3) Define "urbanization."
4) What are "immoral" forms of commercial recreation?
5) What are some factors that will influence the development of the recreation movement in the 21st century? How will these factors influence the recreation movement?

MONDAY 10/3

2011-10-03T22:27:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-You took Quiz #1.
-We began a discussion of Unit 2: Education & Sports. Our discussion focused on "what is a sport?"

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following textbook Chapter 1 Discussion Questions:
1) What are the benefits of organized sports programs for children?
2) What are some of the negative aspects of organized sports programs for children?

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 3.
-We did a group exercise to introduce the topic of Drucker Chapter 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Ian Landry will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 5 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What 3 questions should everyone in an organization be able to answer "yes" to?
2) How did Alcoa put Drucker's ideas about putting people(employees) first into practice?
3) Between 1987 & 2000, Alcoa's lost workday rate fell from 1.87 days to how many?
4) In 2005 how many times better than the national average was Alcoa's lost workday rate?
5) In your opinion, what is the difference between efficiency & effectiveness?
6) In your opinion, what are the most effective ways for a manager to motivate his/her employees?
7) What is Whole Foods method for successfully finding the right people?
8) What are Drucker's 5 rules for hiring people? (They are listed in the box.)

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 2 by taking a look at leisure in the 20th century.

HOMEWORK:
-Rich Gorrell will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

FRIDAY 9/30

2011-10-01T09:29:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We had breakfast in the cafe & then had our roundtable discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Make sure you have all of your homework & notes with you on Monday. We will have our first quiz.
-After the quiz will will begin a discussion of Unit 2: Education & Sports. Make sure you have your textbook & Chapter 1 discussion questions.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker 3. We discussed systematic abandonment, Kimberly Clark, Peapod, & the first 4 of the 7 key sources of opportunities. We will finish 5-7 on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Sandra Maliangos will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions. Make sure you have your Chapter 4 discussion questions that were assigned last week with you.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 2 discussion questions were due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 4 & 5.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 1 by discussing, in groups, the views of leisure.

HOMEWORK:
-Dan Gilchrist will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions. We will begin a discussion of Chapter 2.

WEDNESDAY 9/28

2011-09-28T12:27:00.001-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Unit 1: The Sociology of Sport. Our discussion focused on the concepts of "BIRGing" & "CORFing," the Social Identity Theory, Deep Fans, Passion Drivers, & Baseball Fan Groups.

HOMEWORK:
-Blog Post #3 is due before class on Friday.
-Follow the following format for our Roundtable discussion topic on Friday:
1) My favorite quote is ...........................
2) The quote is from ..............................
3) I like this quote because ....................

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #4.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 3. Our discussion focused on the problems with Starbucks & systematic abandonment.

HOMEWORK:
-Marisa Guy will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #4.
-You broke into groups & discussed the various views of leisure.

HOMEWORK:
-Greg Giguere will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 4 & 5.
-Read textbook Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, will our leisure time grow or decline in the future? Why?
2) According to the textbook, what factors will contribute to the growth or decline of leisure in the future?
3) What factors contributed to the leisure explosion from the 19th to 20th Century?
4) Explain how spectatorship, boredom, & nonliving are leisure-related problems?
5) According to Table 2.1, what is the largest category of time in the remaining lifespan of a college freshman?
6) What is the difference between passive & active leisure?
7) What is limitless materialism?
8) According to Table 2.2, based on 1999 statistics what is the economic cost of alcohol use?

MONDAY 9/26

2011-09-26T22:58:00.000-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-Unit 2: Education & Sports Discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Unit 1: The Sociology of Sports. We discussed the social impact of the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup, Lance Armstrong, the 1980 Olympic Men's Hockey Team, the John Carlos & Tommie Smith from the 1968 Summer Olympics, & the 1996 Rugby World Cup. We also discussed the 8 basic motives that drive people to consume sports.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Blog Post #3 is due before class on Friday. The topic is: What is your favorite quote? Tell me where the quote is from (song, book, movie, etc.) & why it is your favorite quote.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 3. We began a discussion about the problems of Starbucks.

HOMEWORK:
-Leo Greeley will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 1 discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Chapter 1. We discussed the difference between leisure, work, & personal care.

HOMEWORK:
-Karissa Forzese will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

FRIDAY 9/23

2011-09-23T12:31:00.001-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We had our normal Friday routine: breakfast in the cafe & then our round table discussion in Pierce Hall.

HOMEWORK:
-The discussion questions that I posted on Wednesday are due on Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 4 discussion questions were due.
-You took Quiz #3.
-We began a discussion of Drucker Chapter 3. We discussed innovation & why Starbucks exemplifies what Drucker considers to be true innovation.

HOMEWORK:
-John Fahey will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild: Chapters 2 & 3.
-No new discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #3.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 9 by discussing the psychological & social benefits of humor & laughter.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 1. We defined leisure & work.

HOMEWORK:
-Molly Fitzgerald will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Answer the following Chapter 1 Discussion Questions:
1) Summarize the following views of leisure:
A) Classical View
B) Antiutilitarian View
C) Social Instrument View
D) Leisure as a Symbol of Social Class View

WEDNESDAY 9/21

2011-09-21T13:31:00.001-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions were due.
-We spent the first half of class discussing my expectations for the blog postings.
-We watched the ESPN SportsCentury highlights clip.

HOMEWORK:
-Roundtable discussion notecard topic for Friday: What is something about you that very few people know.
-Blog Post #2 topic due for Friday: What is 1 characteristic (not physical) of yourself that you would like to improve during your college experience? Explain.
-The following Unit 2: Education & Sports discussion questions are due on Monday. The answers to these questions can be found in textbook Chapter 1:
1) Define: sociology, social world, culture, social interaction, social structure.
2) Do you agree with the precise definition of "sports"? Why or why not?
3) Sports involve a balance between the elements of play & spectacle. Explain the differences between play & spectacle.
4) What are the differences between the sociology & psychology of sport?
5) Define: ideologies.

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 2 by discussing the topic of "there is never only one customer."

HOMEWORK:
-Sam Comeau will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, what are the advantages/disadvantages of group decision making?
2) What was Myelin Repair Foundation’s collaboration model?
3) How is Dell a "pioneer of collaboration?"
4) What is Toshiba’s collaborative business model?
5) Why has the Sony-Ericsson joint venture been a very successful collaboration?

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 1 discussion questions were due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 8. We discussed Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome.
-We started discussing Chapter 9 by discussing the physiological benefits of humor & laughter.

HOMEWORK:
-Caitlyn Durden will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-No new discussion questions.
-Read Into The Wild: Chapters 2 & 3.

MONDAY 9/19

2011-09-19T14:00:00.002-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-There were no discussion questions due.
-We continued our discussion of Unit 1: The Sociology of Sport. We discussed how sports helped the US heal after 9/11. We then began a discussion about the social impact of various sport events & athletes.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions for Wednesday. We will continue our discussion of Unit 1.
-Blog Post #2 is due before Friday's class. The topic is: What is 1 characteristic (not physical) of yourself that you would like to change during your college experience? Explain.

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #2 was due.
-Chapter 3 discussion questions were due.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 2. We reviewed the Customer Satisfaction Model and push/pull marketing strategies. We discussed how Medtronic personifies Drucker's ideal of customer focus, the 4 Drucker questions for connecting with your customer, and the Product Diffusion Curve.

HOMEWORK:
-Brooke Coderre will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-There are no new discussion questions.

SR201
TODAY:
-Quiz #2 was due.
-Chapter 9 discussion questions were due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 8. We discussed the definitions of stress, stressor, eustress, & distress. We then discussed Selye's stress definition and the General Adaptation Syndrome.

HOMEWORK:
-Paul Dick will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read textbook Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Define: leisure, work, personal care, & recreation.
2) Explain how Neulinger's Paradigm of Leisure categorizes activities.
3) Summarize/Explain each of the 6 activity categories within Neulinger's paradigm.

FRIDAY 9/16

2011-09-16T12:06:00.002-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-We met in the cafe for breakfast and then in Pierce Hall for our rounndtable discussion.

HOMEWORK:
-Make sure that the homework that was assigned on the blog on Monday 9/12 is completed and with you on Monday.

IC212
TODAY:
-There were no new discussion questions due today.
-We discussed Drucker Chapter 2. Our discussion focused on the reasons why the customer is in the driver's seat today, the Customer Satisfaction Model, & push/pull marketing strategies.
-At the end of class I gave you Quiz #2 that is to be completed as homework and handed in on Monday. If you were absent today you can download the quiz on Campus Web. It is located in the "Handouts" box on our course's main page.

HOMEWORK:
-Chris Catan will being in a current event for us to discuss.
-Quiz #2 will be due on Monday.
-Read Drucker Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Why does Starbucks exemplify what Drucker considered to be true innovation?
2) What are Drucker's 4 basic questions about innovation?
3) In your own words define innovation?
4) Pick a company (other than Apple) that you think is innovative. Why is the company innovative?
5) What is systematic abandonment?
6) How do the companies, Kimberly-Clark & Peapod, exemplify Drucker's concept of systematic abandonment?
7) What are Drucker's 7 key sources of opportunities?

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild: Author's Note & Chapter 1 should have been read for today.
-There were no new discussion questions due today.
-We finished watching 9 Innings From Ground Zero & then discussed the 2 discussion questions.
-At the end of class I gave you Quiz #2 that is to be completed as homework and handed in on Monday. If you were absent today you can download the quiz on Campus Web. It is located in the "Handouts" box on our course's main page.

HOMEWORK:
-Jeff Degrenier will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Quiz #2 will be due on Monday.
-Read textbook Chapter 9 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) State & explain the 5 main physiological benefits of humor & laughter.
2) State & explain the 4 main psychological benefits of humor & laughter.
3) State & explain the 3 main social & interpersonal benefits of humor & laughter.

WEDNESDAY 9/14

2011-09-14T11:21:00.002-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-For class today you should have completed the social significance of the athletes/teams that were listed on the blog on Monday.
-For class today you should have read the 2 articles that were posted on the blog on Monday & answered the accompanying discussion questions.
-We finished watching the documentary 9 Innings From Ground Zero & discussed the 2 discussion questions that were assigned for the film.

HOMEWORK:
-Your first blog post is to be submitted before Friday's class. The topic was posted on Monday.
-For Friday's round-table discussion, answer the following question:
Looking forward to graduation day, if you could choose 1 word that you want to best represent your college career what would it be?
-We will meet in the cafe at 9:00 sharp on Friday.

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 2 discussion questions were due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 1 by talking about the Silent Revolution & what a "knowledge worker" is.

HOMEWORK:
-Kirsti Bogaard will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-There are no new discussion questions due for Friday. We will discuss Drucker Chapter 2.

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 8 discussion questions were due.
-We continued watching the documentary 9 Innings From Ground Zero. You should have been answering the 2 discussion questions that were assigned on Monday to go along with the film.

HOMEWORK:
-Mikayla Colantonio will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Into The Wild: Author's Note & Chapter 1.
-There are no new discussion questions due on Friday. We will discuss the film & Chapter 8.

MONDAY 9/12

2011-09-11T20:53:00.005-04:00

IC101
TODAY:
-To begin the discussion of our first Sports & Society Unit (The Sociology of Sport) we watched the documentary, 9 Innings From Ground Zero.
-The following discussion questions were assigned to go along with the film:
1) How did sports help in the healing process for NY & America after 9/11? Cite specific examples from the film.
2) In the film Diamondbacks pitcher Curt Schilling says, "They had to win those 3 games at their place to make it right." What did he mean?

HOMEWORK:
-Before Friday's class, your first blog post is due. In 2 separate paragraphs, address the following:
1) Discuss 1 academic goal you have for college. How do you plan to accomplish it?
2) Discuss 1 social goal you have for college. How do you plan to accomplish it?
-Due for class on Wednesday:
A) Research the following athletes & teams. What was their social contribution outside of sport?
1) Jackie Robinson
2) 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup
3) Lance Armstrong
4) 1980 Olympics (USA vs Russia in hockey)
5) 1968 Olympics (Tommie Smith & John Carlos)
6) 1995 Rugby World Cup
B) Read the article, "What Makes Fans Tick."
C) Answer the following discussion questions:
1) Explain the 8 basic motives that drive people to be sports fans.
2) How does the "social identity theory" explain our attraction to spectator sports?
3) Explain the concepts of "BIRGing" and "CORFing."
4) What is a "Deep Fan?"
5) What are the differences between blue collar and white collar fans?
D) Read the article, "What Makes Fans Crazy About Sports."
E) Answer the following discussion questions:
1) What is the #1 "passion driver" of most NFL fans?
2) What is the #1 "passion driver" of most MLB fans?
3) Explain the following 3 groups of baseball fans:
A) Field of Dreamers
B) Team Obsessors
C) Family Connectors
4) What sports property had the largest U.S. fan base in 2009?
5) What sports property had the largest U.S. fan base in 2001?
6) Take the Octagon Passion Drivers quiz for football. Click here and answer the questions. Print out or write down your results.

IC212
TODAY:
-You were to have read TWIF Chapter 17 (pages 607-619) for today.
-The TWIF Chapter 17 discussion questions were due.
-We discussed the impact that 9/11 had on America over the last 10 years.
-We finished Drucker Chapter 1 by discussing the Silent Revolution.

HOMEWORK:
-Rob Blanc will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 2.
-Answer the following Drucker Chapter 2 Discussion Questions:
1) What does the author mean by, "the customer is in the driver's seat"?
2) In your opinion, what company does a great job at satisfying its customers' needs? Why?
3) What is Medtrnoic? The author states that Medtronic is a company that personifies Drucker's ideal of customer focus. How?
4) What are the 4 Drucker questions that a company should answer when connecting with its customer?
5) Drucker believes that there is never only one customer. What does he mean? How do the Girl Scouts of America fit this?
6) What is the online payment business owned by ebay? What is the Internet phone service owned by ebay?
7) Why is it important/helpful for organizations to identify noncustomers?
8) How did Apple figure out that its customers wanted a car charger for the iPod?

SR201
TODAY:
-You were to have read the article "The Games Go On" for class.
-The article discussion questions were due.
-We finished discussing the articles: "What Makes Fans Tick?" & "What Makes Fans Crazy About Sports?"
-As a way to illustrate how sports helped NY & America escape the events of 9/11, we began watching the documentary 9 Innings From Ground Zero.
-The following Discussion Questions were assigned to go along with the documentary:
1) How did sports help in the healing process for NY & America after 9/11? Cite specific examples from the film.
2) In the film Diamondbacks pitcher Curt Schilling says, "They had to win those 3 games at their place to make it right." What did he mean?

HOMEWORK:
-Mikayla Colantonio will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read textbook Chapter 8.
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Discussion Questions:
1) Define the following terms: stress, stressor, distress, eustress.
2) How does Selye define stress?
3) Explain how state, nonspecifically induced changes, & specific syndrome contribute to Selye's stress definition.
4) What does GAS stand for?
5) Explain the 3 stages of GAS.

FRIDAY 9/9

2011-09-09T12:02:00.004-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-You took Quiz #1. If you were absent, you need to contact me prior to class on Monday to schedule a make-up.
-There were no new discussion questions due today.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 1. We reviewed the definition of management & its 6 functions, and then had a discussion about how/why management in the US has evolved.
-We will discuss the Silent Revolution from Chapter 1 on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Whether you like him or not he is your President, and America is a democracy, so you should pay attention when he talks. The only way you can have a say is to keep yourself informed. Here is a good article that summarizes what Obama spoke to Congress about last night.
Obama Speech
-Joe Bevilacqua will have a current event for us to discuss on Monday.
-We will finish Drucker Chapter 1 on Monday by discussing the Silent Revolution. We will start Drucker Chapter 2 on Wednesday. I will assign discussion questions for Chapter 2 on Monday. In light of the 10 year anniversary of 9/11, I would like for you to read Chapter 17 of The World is Flat entitled, "11/9 versus 9/11." Read pages 607-619 and answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What event took place on November 9, 1989?
2) What did the Berlin Wall symbolize?
3) What did the dismantling of the Berlin Wall symbolize?
4) Within al-Qaeda, what was the terrorist plot referred to as?
5) What does Friedman mean when he says, "bin Laden proved to be a very deft supply chain manager?"
6) Why does Friedman tell the story of Candace Lee Williams?
6) What 3 airlines did Favid Neeleman start or play an important role in shaping?
7) Neeleman is referred to as the godfather of what?
8) Friedman believes there are 2 ways to flatten the world. What are they?

SR201
TODAY:
-You took Quiz #1. If you were absent, you need to contact me prior to class on Monday to schedule a make-up.
-There were no new discussion questions due today.
-We watched the ESPN SportsCentury clip & discussed the 8 basic motives that drive us to consume sports. We finished by discussing the concepts of BIRGing & CORFing.

HOMEWORK:
-Hayley Brown will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-We will finish discussing the 2 sports & fans articles on Monday and then watch the documentary, 9 Innings From Ground Zero. To get you ready for that documentary I am assigning an article for you to read (see below). After we finish watching & discussing the documentary & article we will begin discussing textbook Chapters 8 & 9. I will assign discussion questions for those chapters on Monday.
-Read the following article: The Games Go On.
-Answer the following discussion questions based on the article.
1) What were the only 2 things that got former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani's mind off of 9/11?
2) How did sports help America return to normalcy after 9/11?
3) According to a report in the October 2001 Sports Business Journal, how much money did sports teams spend to beef up security over the course of the year after 9/11?
4) What city hosted the first Olympics after 9/11, & how much did they spend on security?
5) How much did Athens spend on security for their Olympics?

WEDNESDAY 9/7

2011-09-07T12:26:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-You will be able to review all PowerPoint lectures. They are located on the left side of the main page on CampusWeb.
-Chapter 1 discussion questions (4-10) were due.
-We continued our discussion of Drucker Chapter 1. We reviewed the successful business attributes that we discussed on Monday, & discussed the definition & functions of management.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions are being assigned.
-Matt Barboza will bring in a current event for discussion on Friday.

SR201
TODAY:
-You will be able to review all PowerPoint lectures. They are located on the left side of the main page on CampusWeb.
-You were to have read the 2 articles: What makes fans tick? & What makes fans crazy about sports?
-The discussion questions associated with the 2 articles were due.
-We continued our Sports & Society discussion. We finished discussing the sports athletes, teams, & events that impacted society. We talked about Title IX, the 1999 Women's World Cup, Lance Armstrong, the 1980 Winter Olympics, Jim Valvano, the 1968 Summer Olympics, & the 1995 Rugby World Cup.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions are being assigned.
-Ryan Boswell will bring in a current event for discussion on Friday.

MONDAY 9/5

2011-09-05T12:25:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-You were to have read the Peter Drucker article before class.
-The discussion questions accompanying the article were due.
-You were to have read Drucker Chapter 1 before class.
-Drucker Chapter 1 discussion questions 1-3 were due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 1 by talking about successful organizations & the key attributes of these and all successful organizations.

HOMEWORK:
-Drucker Chapter 1 discussion questions 4-10 are due on Wednesday. These questions were posted on Friday.

SR201
TODAY:
-The 3 discussion questions that were posted on Friday were due today.
-We began a discussion of the "Sports & Society" unit. We discussed why sports get so much attention in our society & various sports athletes and events that had an impact on society.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the article, "What Makes Fans Tick."
-Answer the following discussion questions:
1) Explain the 8 basic motives that drive people to be sports fans.
2) How does the "social identity theory" explain our attraction to spectator sports?
3) Explain the concepts of "BIRGing" and "CORFing."
4) What is a "Deep Fan?"
5) What are the differences between blue collar and white collar fans?
-Read the article, "What Makes Fans Crazy About Sports."
-Answer the following discussion questions:
1) What is the #1 "passion driver" of most NFL fans?
2) What is the #1 "passion driver" of most MLB fans?
3) Explain the following 3 groups of baseball fans:
A) Field of Dreamers
B) Team Obsessors
C) Family Connectors
4) What sports property had the largest U.S. fan base in 2009?
5) What sports property had the largest U.S. fan base in 2001?

FRIDAY 9/2

2011-09-02T09:32:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-It was nice meeting you all this week. I look forward to a fun semester.
-We finished our introduction to the course. If you have any questions about anything, contact me ASAP for clarification.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the following Peter Drucker article. Click here.
-Answer the following article Discussion Questions:
1) What term is Drucker credited with coining?
2)What is Drucker's true legacy?
3) Where was Drucker born?
4) Where did Drucker earn his doctorate?
5) What corporation did Drucker spend 2 year studying in the 1940's?
6) What university's management school was named in Drucker's honor in 1987?
7) What view is central to Drucker's philosophy?
8) What was Drucker awarded in July 2002?
-Read Drucker Chapter 1.
-Answer the following Chapter 1 Discussion Questions (1-3 are due on Monday & 4-10 are due next Wednesday):
1) In your opinion, what organization is successful? In your opinion, what makes the organization successful?
2) In your own words (do not look in a dictionary), define "management.“
3) In your opinion, what has caused management to evolve in the US?
4) What is the Silent Revolution?
5) Summarize what happened during each of the 5 fronts of the Silent Revolution.
6) What are the 3 fastest-growing consumer purchases today?
7) Home Depot passed all its logistics issues off to what company?
8) What innovative group in northern California is trying to find a cure for multiple sclerosis?
9) In Druker's opinion, how did the Americans win the Gulf War in 1991? In his opinion, how will the war on terrorism be won?
10) What does the author mean when she states, "in the 21st century, businesses exist in a Lego world?"

SR201
TODAY:
-It was nice meeting you all this week. I look forward to a fun semester.
-We finished our introduction to the course. If you have any questions about anything, contact me ASAP for clarification.

HOMEWORK:
-We will be starting the semester with a "Sports & Society" unit that is not in the textbook.
1) Why do sports get so much attention in the US?
2) Research the following sport athletes, teams, & events. Why did they have such an impact on not only the sports world, but on society as a whole?
A) Jackie Robinson
B) Muhammad Ali
C) 1972 Olympics
D) Title IX
E) 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup
F) Lance Armstrong
G) 1980 Olympics (USA vs Russia in hockey)
H) Jim Valvano
I) 1968 Olympics (Tommie Smith & John Carlos)
J) 1995 Rugby World Cup
3) In addition to the above, can you think of any other athletes, teams, games, events, etc. that had an impact on society as a whole?

TUESDAY 6/21

2011-06-21T13:11:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing The Corporation Chapter 4.
-We began discussing The Corporation Chapter 5. We will finish this at the beginning of class tomorrow.
-Quiz #12.

HOMEWORK:
-Read TWIF Chapter 1.
-Complete your 2 paragraphs for TWIF Chapter 2 Flatteners 1-5.

MONDAY 6/20

2011-06-20T12:53:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We discussed The Corporation Chapter 4. We have a little left to discuss at the beginning of class tomorrow.
-Quiz #11.

HOMEWORK:
-Read TWIF Chapter 1 for Wednesday.
-TWIF Chapter 2 Flatteners homework due Wednesday.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 5 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What is the largest education management organization in the US?
2) What is one pro to privatizing K-12 education?
3) What is one con to privatizing K-12 education?
4) What is the only industry that has a larger segment of the American marketplace than education?
5) Explain the "Nag Factor."
6) Explain the 4 types of parents.
7) What is meant by "opportunity in devastation?"
8) How do corporations use "undercover marketing?"

THURSDAY 6/16

2011-06-16T12:45:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 4 discussion questions due.
-Quiz #10.
-We discussed Drucker Chapter 3.
-We watched the following 2 clips from The Corporation documentary.
Externalities
Monstrous Obligations

HOMEWORK:
-Due next Wednesday:
For each of the 10 flatteners in TWIF Chapter 2, write 2 paragraphs.
Paragraph 1: Explain what the flattener is.
Paragraph 2: Explain why it is a flattener.

WEDNESDAY 6/15

2011-06-15T12:32:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-This is a link to the article about testing in school.
-The Corporation Chapter 3 discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We discussed The Corporation Chapter 2.
-We viewed the following clip from The Corporation documentary:
Like A Good Neighbor clip

HOMEWORK:
-Please watch the following clip from The Corporation documentary:
Case Histories clip
-Read The Corporation Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In 1933, FDR created the New Deal, aimed to strengthen government's control of what?
2) What American corporation provided the Nazis with tabulation machines used by them to track records in their extermination & slave-labor camps?
3) What was passed by Congress in 1952 to ensure coal mine safety?
4) How did "new social regulation" curb corporations power & freedom?
5) What fuel the political system & are a core strategy in business's campaign to influence government (Look for it. It's in the chapter.)?

TUESDAY 6/14

2011-06-14T12:50:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.
-We watched the following clip from The Corporation documentary.
A Legal Person
-We finished our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 1.

HOMEWORK:
-Michelle will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Explain what an "externality" is.
2) Explain what happened in the Anderson v. General Motors case.
3) What is meant by "the science of exploitation?"
4) What happened in the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory disaster?
5) What was passed in 1938 by President Roosevelt's administration that banned sweatshops, child labor, & industrial homework?

MONDAY 6/13

2011-06-13T12:50:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #6 due.
-The Corporation Chapter 1 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Drucker Chapter 7.
-We began a discussion of The Corporation Chapter 1.
-We watched the following clips from The Corporation documentary:
Clip 1
Clip 2
-You took Quiz#7.

HOMEWORK:
-Natasha P will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Business leaders today say their companies care about more than profit & loss, that they feel responsible to society as a whole, not just to their shareholders. Do you agree/disagree? Why?
2) Thanks to Pfizer, how is the Flushing Avenue subway station safer?
3) What is "capitalism with a conscience?"
4) Executives who choose social & environmental goals over profits--who try to act morally--are, in fact, immoral. Why?
5) Explain the Dodge v. Ford case.
6) What does the "best interests of the corporation" principle state?
7) What is the goal of the Kyoto Protocol?
8) What oil-drilling site do astronauts report being able to see from space at night?
9) What has made Anita Roddick's business, the Body Shop, unusual?
10) What does it mean to diagnose a corporation as psychopathic?

THURSDAY 6/9

2011-06-11T09:10:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 7 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Drucker Chapter 5. We will discuss Chapter 7 at the beginning of class on Monday.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz #6 is due at the beginning of class on Monday.
-Ashley will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read The Corporation Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) How did the corporation become so powerful (history & evolution)?
2) How is a corporation a "person?"
3) What is corporate "social responsibility?"
4) What is the history of corporate social responsibility?
5) What is "new capitalism" & what is its effect on corporate social responsibility?
6) How/Why do corporations use new capitalism & corporate social responsibility to soften their image?
7) On page 26 the author states that corporations use "branding" to create unique & attractive personalities for themselves. What is "branding?" To answer this effectively, you will need to research this further than just the short blurb in the book.
8) On page 26 the author quotes Clay Timon, CEO of Landor Associates the world's largest & oldest branding firm, as saying, "Corporations, as brands have souls." What does he mean?
9) In your opinion, what company does an effective job at creating a unique & attractive personality through branding? What is the personality that they portray? How do they do it?

WEDNESDAY 6/8

2011-06-08T12:57:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #5.
-We did a group survival exercise to show the positives/negatives of group decision making.
-We discussed Drucker Chapter 4.

HOMEWORK:
-Natasha M will bring in a current event for us to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 7 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What 3 characteristics did Drucker define as being unique to a CEO?
2) In the story box on page 248 Frances Hesselbein, CEO of The Girls Scouts, states that "leadership is a matter of how to be, not how to do." What does she mean?
3) How did Frank Weise, CEO of Cott Beverage, import his personality on the company when he took over? (Story box starting on page 251.)
4) How did Richard Block, president of AGI, have an impact on the actions of the company after touring the company's largest plant in Melrose Park, Illinois? (Story box on page 256.)
5) What does Drucker mean by, "Each of us is a CEO?"

TUESDAY 6/7

2011-06-07T12:58:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 4 discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Drucker Chapter 3.
-We will discus all of Chapter 4 tomorrow & begin to discuss Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Christa will bring in a current event for us to discuss tomorrow.
-Read Drucker Chapter 5 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What 3 questions should everyone in an organization be able to answer "yes" to?
2) How did Alcoa put Drucker's ideas about putting people(employees) first into practice?
3) Between 1987 & 2000, Alcoa's lost workday rate fell from 1.87 days to how many?
4) In 2005 how many times better than the national average was Alcoa's lost workday rate?
5) In your opinion, what is the difference between efficiency & effectiveness?
6) In your opinion, what are the most effective ways for a manager to motivate his/her employees?
7) What is Whole Foods method for successfully finding the right people?
8) What are Drucker's 5 rules for hiring people? (They are listed in the box.)

MONDAY 6/6

2011-06-06T12:58:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 3 discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 2.
-We began to discuss Chapter 3 but did not get far.
-We ended class by taking Quiz #3.

HOMEWORK:
-Bobby will bring in a current event to discuss.
-Read Drucker Chapter 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, what are the advantages/disadvantages of group decision making?
2) What was Myelin Repair Foundation’s collaboration model?
4) How is Dell a "pioneer of collaboration?"
5) What is Toshiba’s collaborative business model?
6) Why has the Sony-Ericsson joint venture been a very successful collaboration?

THURSDAY 6/2

2011-06-02T12:45:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Quiz #1 due.
-Drucker Chapter 2 discussion questions due.
-You took Quiz #2.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 1 and began a discussion of Chapter 2. We will finish Chapter 2 at the beginning of class on Monday and then move into Chapter 3.

HOMEWORK:
-Matt will be bringing in a current event for us to discuss on Monday.
-Read Drucker Chapter 3 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) Why does Starbucks exemplify what Drucker considered to be true innovation?
2) What are Drucker's 4 basic questions about innovation?
3) Pick a company that you think is innovative (other than Apple). Why do you consider the company innovative? What are the company's strengths?
4) What is systematic abandonment?
5) How do the companies, Kimberly-Clark & Peapod, exemplify Drucker's concept of systematic abandonment?
6) What are Drucker's 7 key sources of opportunities?

WEDNESDAY 6/1

2011-06-01T12:54:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Drucker Chapter 1 discussion questions due.
-First off, excellent discussion today. If this keeps up, the 4 weeks will fly by!
-Because we ran out of time today, we did not finish our discussion of Chapter 1 nor did we take our first quiz. We will finish Chapter 1 at the beginning of class tomorrow, and as for the quiz I gave it to you as a take home. Please complete it tonight & bring it tomorrow. The Chapter 1 PowerPoint is posted on CampusWeb so feel free to use it to find some of the answers.

HOMEWORK:
-Bianca is bringing in a current event to talk about.
-Complete Quiz 1. You need to hand it in at the beginning of class tomorrow to receive any credit.
-Read Drucker Chapter 2 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What does the author mean by "the customer is in the driver's seat?"
2) In your opinion, what company does a great job at satisfying its customers needs?
3) What is Medtronic? The author states that Medtronic is a company that personifies Drucker's ideal of customer focus. How?
4) What are the 4 Drucker questions that a company should answer when connecting with its customer?
5) Drucker says that "there is never only one customer." What does he mean? How do the Girl Scouts of America fit into this?
6) Pick a company and identify its core customer demographic (who accounts for a majority of the company's sales?) Then identify a secondary customer market.
7) What is the online payment business owned by eBay? What is the Internet phone service owned by eBay?
8) Why is it important/helpful for organizations to identify noncustomers?
9) How did Apple figure out that its customers wanted a car charger for the iPod?

TUESDAY 5/31

2011-05-31T09:39:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-It was nice meeting all of you today. I am looking forward to a fun, and short 4 week semester.
-I handed out the course syllabus. It is also posted on CampusWeb.
-We spent the class period going through personal introductions to get to know one another. I went over expectations for the next 4 weeks.

HOMEWORK:
-Read through the syllabus and come to class tomorrow with any questions that you may have.
-Read Drucker Chapter 1 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, what organization is successful? In your opinion, what makes the organization successful?
2) In your own words (do not look in a dictionary) define "management."
3) In your opinion why has management evolved in the US?
4) What is the Silent Revolution?
5) Summarize what happened during each of the 5 fronts of the Silent Revolution.
6) What are the 3 fastest-growing consumer purchases today?
7) Home Depot passed all its logistics issues off to what company?
8) What innovative group in northern California is trying to find a cure for multiple sclerosis?
9) In Druker's opinion, how did the Americans win the Gulf War in 1991? In his opinion, how will the war on terrorism be won?
10) What does the author mean when she states, "in the 21st century, businesses exist in a Lego world?"

FRIDAY 4/29

2011-04-29T14:48:00.002-04:00

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 14 & Murderball discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We discussed Murderball & Chapter 14.

HOMEWORK:
-Review the study guide for our review session on Monday.

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 16 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Chapter 16.

HOMEWORK:
-The group project Business Plan is due at 9:00AM on Monday. Don't be late!

SR338
TODAY:
-The first group presented today.

HOMEWORK:
-Review the study guide for our review session on Monday.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part B discussion questions due.
-Course evaluations.
-I handed out Quiz 9.

HOMEWORK:
-Quiz 9 is a take home and is due in class on Monday.
-Exam #2 is Monday.

THURSDAY 4/28

2011-04-29T14:24:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 5 discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Look over the study guide for Tuesday's review session.

STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 1
-Define: corporation, jobbers, south sea company, bubble act, deregulation, corporate social responsibility, shareholder, stakeholder, new capitalism, sustainable development.
-Industrialization in America involved what 3 important developments?
-By 1900 what 3 cities had a population over 1 million?
-What 2 states sought to attract corporations by getting rid of unpopular restrictions?
-What Constitutional amendment helped corporation gain rights as a "person?"
-What are the 3 P's that CSR honors?
-What corporation believed that capitalism would not survive unless equality & cooperation existed between workers & capitalists?

Chapter 2
-Define: profit maximization, profit motive, capitalism with a conscience, brand loyalty, psychopathic.
-How does The Body Shop & Pfizer utilize capitalism with a conscience?
-What was the judgment in Dodge v. Ford?

Chapter 3
-Define: externality, cost-benefit analysis, ethics, morality, utilitarianism
-What entities are affected by externalities?
-Explain Anderson v. General Motors.
-Who is being exploited in the "science of exploitation?"

Chapter 4
-Define: consumerism, materialism (business).
-In America's economy, who holds the most power? What powers do they hold?
-What reasons for attending college were given by students pre-1990's?
-I will give you the 4 myths of CSR. Be able to explain why each is a myth?

Chapter 5
-Define: marketing, nag factor, opportunity in devastation
-What are the 3 main purposes of marketing?
-The true essence of marketing is the ability to persuade the customer into doing what 2 things?
-What 2 ways do kids nag their parents?
-What areas of devastation do companies prey on children?
-Be able to explain the 4 types of parents.

WEDNESDAY 4/27

2011-04-27T08:27:00.010-04:00

SR201

TODAY:
-We finished watching Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the Murderball & Chapter 14 discussion questions.

STUDY GUIDE:

Chapter 7
-Define: fitness, obesity
-What are the 4 main ways that fitness can be affected by leisure?
-What are the 3 main ways that fitness can have an impact on leisure?
-What % of Americans do not exercise at all during their leisure?
-What is the real reason why most people do not exercise?
-What are the 3 main psychological benefits of exercise?
-What % of a family's budget goes towards meals eaten outside the home?
-According to a 2010 study by Britain's Center for Crime & Justice studies, what is the most dangerous drug?
-How does the NIAAA define binge drinking?

Chapter 8
-Define: stress, stressor, distress, eustress
-What does GAS stand for?
-What are the 3 stages of GAS & what happens during each one?

Chapter 9
-What are the 3 main social & interpersonal benefits of humor & laughter?

Chapter 10
-What 3 social trends are contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another?
-Define: socialization
-What are the 3 skills necessary for participating within society?
-What are the 3 types of friendships? Be able to identify each one.

Chapter 11

-What are the 2 motives that underlie gambling?

Chapter 12
-Define: ethics
-Be able to identify each of the 3 ethical theories that we discussed.
-What are the 2 categories of common obstacles to leisure fulfillment?

Chapter 13
-Be able to identify the different stages of leisure in childhood.
-What are the 2 main functions that adolescent leisure activities serve?
-What 2 things can leisure opportunities help middle-aged adults answer questions about?
-What are the 2 most beneficial types of recreational activities for elders?

Chapter 14
-Define: forced leisure, therapeutic recreation

MN371
TODAY:

-Chapter 14 Part B discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We finished discussing Chapter 14.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 16 Discussion Questions:
1) Define leadership.
2) What characteristics should business leaders exhibit?
3) What is the difference between leadership & management?
4) How can/should leaders build trust?
5) Define culture.
6) How does Burton Snowboards build culture?

STUDY GUIDE:

Chapter 5
-Be able to identity the 3 types of businesses what we discussed?
-What is a partnership agreement?

Chapter 6
-Define: franchising
-Be able to identify the 3 types of franchising that we discussed.
-What are the 3 main benefits of buying a franchise?
-What are the 3 main drawbacks of buying a franchsie?

Chapter 8
-Define: marketing, brand loyalty, guerilla marketing, target market, demographics, psychographics, relationship marketing
-What are the 3 main purposes of marketing?
-How much more does it cost a company to acquire a new customer than keep an existing customer?
-What 3 factors influence brand loyalty?
-State the 4 steps of relationship marketing.

Chapter 10
-State the 3 forces of pricing.
-What 3 things should a well chosen price do?
-What is the difference between objective value & perceived value?
-Define: revolutionary products, evolutionary products, me-too products.

Chapter 13
-Define: capital, fixed capital, working capital, growth capital, debt capital, equity capital.
-Today, what is the largest source of external financing for companies in the start-up phases?
-What is the name of The Boston Beer Company's initiative to help small businesses?

Chapter 14
-In order, what are the steps in choosing a location?

Chapter 16
-Define: leadership, trait theory, culture
-What characteristics should business leaders exhibit?

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part B discussion questions due.
-Quiz #9.
-We finished discussing Chapter 15.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.

STUDY GUIDE:

Chapter 7
-Define: strength training, sarcopenia, activities of daily living.
-What may be the most important health-related component of physical fitness?
-Explain the difference between muscular strength & muscular endurance.
-How is muscular strength usually determined?
-How is muscular endurance typically determined?
-What are the 2 types of training methods used to improve strength?
-What % of your 1RM should you use a resistance of to stimulate strength development?
-How many seconds of maximal exercise nearly depletes the energy from a muscle?
-How long does it take for energy in a muscle to be replenished?
-Explain the difference between slow-twitch & fast-twitch muscle fibers.

Chapter 8
-Define: flexibility, stretching, plastic elongation, elastic elongation.
-What type of yoga is done at a higher intensity, for a longer time, and in hotter rooms?
-What 3 problems can be caused by poor flexibility?
-Changes in muscle temperature can increase/decrease flexibility by what %?
-What is the most significant contributor to lower flexibility?

Chapter 9
-What substances are released from the pituitary gland in the brain during exercise that cause people to get a "physical high?"
-What type of diabetes is primarily found in young people?
-What type of diabetes occurs mainly in overweight people?
-How long should a person wait after a meal before exercising strenuously?
-In order, what are the 3 major signs of heat illness?
-What is the most important factor in preventing heat disorders?

Chapter 12
-Define: stress, stressor, eustress, distress, self-esteem, fighting spirit,
-In order, what are the top 5 college student stressors?
-State & explain what happens during the 3 stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome.
-In order, what are common time wasters?

Chapter 13
-Define: addiction
-Explain the difference between drug misuse & drug abuse.
-What are the 2 main reasons why compulsive exercising is dangerous?

Chapter 15
-Define: physiological age, chronological age, functional capacity, life expectancy,
-Sedentary people in the US are about how many years older than their chronological age?
-What is the greatest benefit of a lifetime wellness lifestyle?

SR368

TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part A discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 15.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) What is one of the most common errors in planning recreation centers (page 223)?
2) Few metropolitan areas in the US have sufficient what?
3) One acre of recreation & park space should be set aside by urban areas for how many members of the present & future population?
4) What plays an important role in setting standards for community aesthetics?
5) What is the basic infrastructure required by a walking trail?
6) Generally, what is the minimum cost for the construction of an 18-hole golf course?
7) What sport incorporates "pebbles" and a "stone?"
8) What sport is played on a 91 x 13 foot court?

TUESDAY 4/26

2011-04-26T22:10:00.003-04:00

IC212

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Research Paper due.
-We finished our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 4 & began a discussion of Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 5 Discussion Questions:
1) What is the "nag factor?"
2) Explain the 4 types of parents.

MONDAY 4/25

2011-04-25T13:25:00.005-04:00

SR201
TODAY:
-Into The Wild essays were due.
-I handed out discussion questions for Murderball & Chapter 14.
-We began watching the documentary Murderball.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the Chapter 14 Discussion Questions.

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 14 Part A discussion questions due.
-We finished discussing Chapter 13.
-We began discussing Chapter 14.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 14 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Define layout.
2) What should entrances do to customers entering a store?
3) Define ergonomics.
4) What allows employees to work at maximum efficiency?
5) What are key ingredients to engage all of a company's customers' senses?

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 15 Part A discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 15.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Complete Activity 15.1.
2) What does CAM stand for?
3) Define CAM.
4) State & explain the 5 categories of CAM therapies.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 11 Part B discussion questions due.
-SBJ discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ article & finished discussing Chapter 11.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) What are the 3 levels of the planning process involved with planning facilities & open spaces?2) What is the most important part of the planning process & why?
3) Developing plans for designing new facilities & improvements to existing facilities must reflect what 2 things?
4) Therapeutic recreation provides services to what type of people?
5) Explain the 2 main types of recreation centers?
6) What dictates the size of a community recreation center?
7) What is a supercenter?
8) What is a natatorium?

EXAM #2 STUDY GUIDE:
Chapter 6
-Define: ancillary space & primary usage.
-What are the 3 major inputs that determine how a building must be constructed?
-Be able to differentiate between the 3 categories of locker rooms.
-What is the ADA requirement for toilets & showers in locker rooms?
-What are the 2 key considerations with regard to traffic-flow in the locker room?
-Be able to differentiate between the 4 specialty locker rooms.
-What are the 2 key factors to be considered when understanding an organization's work processes?

Chapter 7
-What is the basic purpose of any facility sign?
-Define: comprehensibility & readability.
-What are the 3 groups that facility signage serves?

Chapter 8
-What are the 3 categories of indoor surfacing?
-Be able to differentiate between the 3 distinct areas of indoor surfaces.
-What should dictate the type of flooring surface utilized?
-What considerations have allowed synthetic floors to challenge traditional hardwood flooring?
-What is the difference between point-elastic & area-elastic?
-Define: attractive life, life-cycle cost, tribometer.
-One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?

Chapter 9
-What can present an important & positive first image to visitors to the recreation/sports facility?
-What are the 2 basic types of irrigation systems?
-What are the 2 types of field designs for surface drainage?
-Turfgrass selection is usually based upon what?
-When should you use the 3 different color combination field covers that we discussed?
-What is the difference between traditional parking & customer-oriented parking?

Chapter 11
-Bleachers seats have changed from 18 inches wide to what?
-What is the key to a great field?
-What should be located higher than the highest part of the bleachers?
-For every male restroom, how many female restrooms should be provided?
-What are the 4 common field design problems?
-What is the key element for safeguarding the players & spectators?
-What are the 2 types of players' bench areas and which is safer?

Chapter 15
-What are the 3 levels of the planning process & which is the most important?
-Developing plans for designing new facilities & improvements to existing facilities must reflect what 2 things?
-What is a supercenter?
-What is a natatorium?
-What is one of the most common errors in planning recreation centers?
-What plays an important role in setting standards for community aesthetics?

FRIDAY 4/22

2011-04-22T10:45:00.009-04:00

SR201
TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed leisure gender inequalities.
-We discussed the group presentation assignment.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Into The Wild Essays are due on Monday at 8:00AM sharp. Do not be late. I will not accept papers after this time.

MN371

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #7.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed fixed, working, growth, equity, & debt capital.

HOMEWORK:
-Business Plan is due on Monday May 2 at 10:00AM.
-Answer the following Chapter 14 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Above all, an entrepreneur must place who first when considering a location?
2) Entrepreneurs generally prefer to locate in regions of the country that are experiencing what?3) What is one of the first stops entrepreneurs should make when conducting a regional evaluation?

4) Every state has what type of office working to recruit new businesses?

5) Because of its location in the center of the country, what city has become home to many companies' distribution centers?
6) For many businesses, especially technology-driven companies, what is one of the most important characteristics of a potential location?
7) What is one consistent trend that the lists of "best cities for business" have revealed about successful small companies?
8) What are "clusters?"
9) What is the final step in the location selection process?
10) The one element common to all businesses is the need to locate what?

SR338

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We discussed the final exam group project.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 15 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Define: physiological age, functional capacity, chronological age, & life expectancy.
2) How does regular physical activity affect chronological age versus physiological age?
3) What is the greatest benefit of a lifetime wellness lifestyle?

SR368

TODAY:
-Chapter 11 Part A discussion questions due.
-SBJ article discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ article & the Chapter 11 discussion questions.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 11 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) What are the 4 common design errors & what are the possible solutions?
2) What is the purpose of a double first base?
3) Explain the 4 styles of home plate.
4) What is the skinned part of an infield?
5) What is the key element of a field for safeguarding the players & spectators?
6) What are the basic purposes of the above answer?
7) What are the 2 types of players' bench areas for baseball & softball?
-Read the following April 18-24 SBJ article & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) "Heinz Field To Host....." Page 13
1) What is the name of the Steelers’ management division?
2) Heinz Field will host what group’s final US stop on their world tour?
3) What do NFL teams not have to share with other clubs?
4) What does buying concerts directly from agencies give the Steelers a much better chance securing?
5) What is considered the “cornerstone” of this year’s Heinz Field concert lineup?
6) What record does U2 now hold?
7) How much money is the U2 tour expected to generate in ticket sales?

THURSDAY 4/21

2011-04-22T10:41:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 4. We discussed the powers that consumers have.
-We discussed the group presentation assignment.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Research Paper is due on Tuesday at 10:50AM sharp. Do not be late. I will not accept papers after this time.

WEDNESDAY 4/20

2011-04-20T15:04:00.002-04:00

SR201
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-Quiz #8.
-We finished discussing Chapter 12.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed the different stages of leisure in childhood, the concerns regarding the current & future status of leisure in childhood, leisure in adolescence, leisure in adulthood, & leisure later in life.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Make sure you attend class on Friday. We will discuss the group presentations that will take place during the final exam period.

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 10. We discussed the 3 C's of marketing, the 3 objectives that should be satisfied when pricing any new product, & the 3 basic strategies for establishing a new product's price.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions due.

SR338
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 13. We discussed drug misuse vs drug abuse, compulsive exercisers, caffeine, alcohol, & smoking.

HOMEWORK:
-On Friday we will discuss the group project that will be due on the final exam period.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 9 Part B discussion questions due.
-Quiz #7.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 9. We discussed the benefits & types of field covers, rotational fields, & traditional parking paradigm vs customer-oriented parking paradigm.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 11 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Why has the widths of bleacher seats changed from 18 inches wide to 20 inches?
2) What safety suggestions do planners need to consider when developing seating for spectators for outdoor events?
3) During the 1960's to the late 1980's why were many natural turf fields converted to synthetic turf?
4) During the late 1980's and 1990's why were many synthetic turf field converted back to natural turf?
5) What are benefits of synthetic turf to players?
6) What are negatives of synthetic turf to players?
7) What is the key to a great field?
8) What are the 3 basic types of irrigation systems?
9) What should be located higher than the highest part of the bleachers?
10) For every male restroom, how many female restrooms should be provided?
-Read the following April 11-17 SBJ article & answer the Discussion Questions:
A) Indians Bolster Ballpark's Craft Beer, Including a $30 Bottle: Page 13
1) What % of America's beer sales by volume do craft beers represent?
2) Why did Delaware North Sportservice call the craft beer stand at Progressive Field "Spirits of Ohio?"
3) What did they call the beer stand that sells brands like PBR, Anheuser-Busch, & MillerCoors?
4) What beer are they selling for $30 for a 22-ounce bottle?
5) Across sports in general, what is the markup for domestic beer brands?
6) How many different types of beer are available at Progressive Field?
7) What section of the country, home to many microbreweries, is credited with staring the craft beer trend at arenas & stadiums?

TUESDAY 4/19

2011-04-19T22:31:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-Chapter 4 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Chapter 3.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions. Have Chapter 4 discussion questions with you on Thursday.
-Bring "The World Is Flat" with you to class on Thursday.

MONDAY 4/18

2011-04-18T15:00:00.000-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.

-We continued our discussion of Chapter 12. We discussed ethical theories, the criteria for determining ethics, & the categories of obstacles to leisure fulfillment.

HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions. Have your Chapter 13 discussion questions with you on Wednesday.

MN371

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 10. We discussed the 3 forces of pricing.

-I gave you time at the end of class to work on the group project.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 13 Discussion Questions:

1) Explain the difference & the advantages/disadvantages of equity capital & debt capital.

2) Explain how each of the following can help finance a start-up bsuiness:

A) Angels

B) Corporate Venture Capital

C) Venture Capital Companies

3) Explain how each of the following federal loan programs can help small businesses:

A) EDA

B) HUD

C) USDA

D) SBIR

E) STTR

SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 13 discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 13. We defined addiction, discussed the 2 types of addicition, and the various models of addicition.

HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions.

SR368

TODAY:

-Chapter 9 Part A discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 9. We discussed Chapter 9 Part A discussion questions.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) What benefits do field covers offer?

2) Why should you use a white/silver color field cover combination?

3) Why should you use a black/silver color field cover combination?

4) Why should you use an orange/white color field cover combination?

5) What is a "rotational field?"

6) Explain the difference between the traditional parking paradigm & the customer-oriented parking paradigm?

7) State the 7 parking options.

FRIDAY 4/15

2011-04-15T15:00:00.000-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We discussed the Into The Wild essays assignment.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 12.

HOMEWORK:

1) Explain the different stages of leisure in childhood.

2) What are the 2 main reasons for leisure gender inequality?

3) In your opinion, are concerns about gender inequality outdated?

MN371

TODAY:

-Chapter 10 discussion questions due.

-We finished discussing Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions due.

-Bring the Chapter 10 discussion questions to class on Monday for our discussion.

SR338

TODAY:

-Articles discussion questions due.

-We discussed the 2 articles.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 13 Discussion Questions:

1) Define "addiction."

2) What are "compulsive exercisers?"

3) What are the side effects of caffeine?

4) What is the difference between "drug misuse" & "drug abuse?"

5) What are the consequences of drinking alcohol?

6) On average, students with an "A" GPA drink how many alcoholic drinks per week?

7) On average, students with a "D" or "F" GPA drink how many alcoholic drinks per week?

8) What are the 6 main reasons why people smoke?

SR368

TODAY:

-SBJ discussion questions due.

-We discussed the 2 SBJ articles.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) Who is the most important individual in the early stages of the outdoor spaces planning process?

2) What can present an important & positive first image to visitors to the recreation/sports facility?

3) What is the "deep & infrequent" watering principle.

4) Explain the 2 basic types of irrigation systems.

5) Explain the 2 types of field designs for surface drainage.

6) Turfgrass selection is usually based upon what?

7) What is topdressing?

8) What are the benefits of topdressing?

THURSDAY 4/14

2011-04-15T11:10:00.003-04:00

IC212

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 2.

HOMEWORK:

-Have your Chapter 3 discussion questions with you on Tuesday. We will discuss Chapter 3.

-Answer the following Chapter 4 Discussion Questions:

1) FDR's New Deal aimed to strengthen the government's control of what?

2) What American corporation provided the Nazis with tabulation machines used by them to track records in their extermination & slave-labor camps?

3) What was passed by Congress in 1952 to ensure coal mine safety?

4) How did "new social regulation" curb corporations power & freedom?

5) What fuel the political system & are a core strategy in business's campaign to influence government?

WEDNESDAY 4/13

2011-04-13T12:49:00.004-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 12 discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapters 10 & 11.

-I handed out the Into The Wild Essays assignment guideline. I also posted it on CampusWeb.

HOMEWORK:

-Bring your Chapter 12 discussion questions to class with you on Friday.

-Read over and come to class with questions about the Into The Wild Essays assignment.

MN371

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We almost finished our discussion of Chapter 8. We have a little left to do and will finish this Chapter on Friday.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 10 Discussion Questions:

1) State & summarize the 3 forces of pricing.

2) Explain what customized(dynamic) pricing is.

3) Explain the 3 objectives for establishing a new product's price.

4) Explain the 3 basic strategies for establishing a new product's price.

SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 12 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 12.

HOMEWORK:

-Read the following articles & answer the following Discussion Questions:

A) Half of Americans Use Supplements

1) How much revenue does the supplement industry generate?

2) The makers of dietary supplements do not have to prove what to the FDA?

3) What are the most popular supplements?

4) Some consumers view supplements as a way to make up for what?

5) Scientific evidence shows that what helps to treat bone loss?

B) Survey: Kids Lack Exercise, Healthy Foods

1) What % of parents believe they are providing a healthy home environment for their children? 2) What % of parents with children ages 5-10 say their kids eat junk food 1-4 days/week?

3) What % of parents say their kids eat at least 5 fruits & vegetables/day?

4) What fraction of American children are overweight?

5) What competing activities do most parents believe are roadblocks to providing healthy lifestyles for their kids?

6) What % of parents say their kids are playing outside daily?

7) What are the most frequent leisure activities for parents & children to engage in together?

SR368

TODAY:

-Chapter 8 Part B discussion questions due.

-Quiz #6. -We finished our discussion of Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:

-Read the following April 4-10 SBJ articles & answer the Discussion Questions:

A) "Lexus Buys Naming Rights to Panthers' Rink" Page: 4.

1) What part of their arena did the Florida Panthers sell the naming rights to Lexus?

2) What is the only other deal like this in major league sports?

3) What does this twist on traditional naming rights provide Lexus?

4) Where does the NFL prohibit corporate logos of any kind?

5) When can NBA teams display commercial brands on the hardwood?

6) What are the only 2 MLB stadiums with corporate logos on the field of play?

7) How many advertising positions are NHL teams allowed to sell on the ice?

8) What does state law prohibit the Minnesota Vikings from doing regarding their stadium's name?

B) "NHLPA Re-signs Reebok, Adds More Licenses" Page 6

1) How long is the contract extension with Reebok & the NHLPA?

2) What has Reebok given up in their contract extension with the NHLPA?

3) Where is Reebok's NHL apparel carried in the United States?

4) In 1995, who did the NHLPA sign its first apparel & uniform deal with?

5) What dominates Reebok's apparel sales?

6) What type of apparel will Old Time Sports produce with the NHLPA rights?

TUESDAY 4/12

2011-04-13T12:46:00.002-04:00

IC212

TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 2. We will finish Chapter 2 on Thursday.

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Have your Chapter 3 discussion questions that have already been assigned with you on Thursday.

MONDAY 4/11

2011-04-11T15:54:00.003-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 11 discussion questions due.

-Quiz #7.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 10. We will discuss Chapter 11 on Wednesday.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 12 Discussion Questions:

1) In you rown words, define "ethics."

2) Why is it important to consider ethical concerns when developing a personal leisure philosophy & in selecting leisure activities?

3) What criteria should be used when determining ethics for leisure selection?

4) State & explain the major internal obstacles to leisure fulfillment.

5) State & explain recreational ways to increase norepinephrine levels.

MN371 TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-Quiz #6. -We continued our discussion of Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:

-We still have some more to cover in Chapter 8. We will finish the chapter on Wednesday & begin Chapter 10 on Friday. Because of this, I will post Chapter 10 discussion questions on Wednesday.

SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 12 Part A discussion questions due.

-Quiz #7.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 12.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 12 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) Explain how "self-esteem" & "fighting spirit" can be used to deal with stress.

2) Explain the behavior characteristic differences between Type A, B, & C people.

3) What are the 5 steps to time management?

4) What is the "fight or flight" stress coping mechanism?

SR368

TODAY:

-The 3rd and final candidate presented today.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions for next Wednesday:

1) What is the selection criteria for certain flooring materials?

2) What comprises a surface's life-cycle cost?

3) What is a tribometer?

4) One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?

5) What factors should be considered when selecting windows?

6) What are the 3 most common ways for controlling the light passing through windows?

FRIDAY 4/8

2011-04-08T11:07:00.003-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 10 discussion questions due.

-Into The Wild: Chapters 17 & 18 and Epilogue.

-We finished discussing Chapter 9 & began a discussion of Chapter 10.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 11 Discussion Questions:

1) Explain the different types of gamblers.

2) What are the 2 motives that underlie gambling?

3) What are some problems associated with gambling?

MN371

TODAY:

-Chapter 8 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 6 & began a discussion of Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions.

SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 9 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 9.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 12 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) How do you effectively deal with negative stress?

2) Define: stress, stressor, distress, eustress.

3) Explain the 3 stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome.

4) Define explanatory style & explain the 2 types.

SR368 TODAY:

-Candidate #2 presented.

HOMEWORK:

-Candidate #3 will present on Monday.

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions for next Wednesday:

1) What is the selection criteria for certain flooring materials?

2) What comprises a surface's life-cycle cost?

3) What is a tribometer?

4) One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?

5) What factors should be considered when selecting windows?

6) What are the 3 most common ways for controlling the light passing through windows?

THURSDAY 4/7

2011-04-07T22:08:00.001-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of branding & Chapter 1.

HOMEWORK:
-The Corporation Chapter 3 discussion questions that were posted on Tuesday will be due next Tuesday.

WEDNESDAY 4/6

2011-04-06T15:06:00.002-04:00

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 9 discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 8.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 9.

HOMEWORK:
-Into The Wild: Chapters 17 & 18 and Epilogue.
-Answer the following Chapter 10 Discussion Questions:
1) What social trends are contributing to shutting people off from interacting with one another?
2) What are the negative effects on socialization from:
A) Television?
B) Video Games?
C) Music?
D) Cell Phones?

MN371
TODAY:
-Chapter 8 Part A discussion questions due.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 6. We will finish Chapter 6 at the beginning of class on Friday.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Explain what "branding" is.
2) What are the 4 major elements of a marketing strategy?

SR338
TODAY:
-Articles discussion questions due.
-Chapter 9 Part A discussion questions due.
-We discussed the 2 articles and then began a discussion of Chapter 9.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) Does exercise offset the detrimental effects of cigarette smoking?
2) How long should a person wait after a meal before exercising strenuously?
3) Why is exercising in hot & humid conditions unsafe?
4) What should a person do to replace fluids lost during prolonged aerobic exercise?

SR368
TODAY:
-SBJ & Chapter 8 Part A discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ articles.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions for next Wednesday:
1) What is the selection criteria for certain flooring materials?
2) What comprises a surface's life-cycle cost?
3) What is a tribometer?
4) One of the most common characteristics of a typical gym is the inability of the various surfaces to absorb what?
5) What factors should be considered when selecting windows?
6) What are the 3 most common ways for controlling the light passing through windows?

TUESDAY 4/5

2011-04-05T12:20:00.005-04:00

IC212

TODAY:

-Take home Quiz #6 due.

-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.

-We reviewed our Chapter 1 discussion from last week & began a discussion on branding.

HOMEWORK:

-We will finish our discussion of Chapter 1 at the beginning of class on Thursday and then move into Chapter 2. Because discussion pretty much sucked today, we did not get as far as I wanted to. Therefore, we will not be able to start a discussion of Chapter 3 until next Tuesday, so the Chapter 3 Discussion Questions listed below will be due next Tuesday. Make sure you have the Chapter 2 Discussion Questions answered and with you for class this Thursday.

-Chapter 2 Discussion Questions (Thursday 4/7):

1) In your opinion, is it possible for a corporation to meet the needs of its stockholders, customers, employees, and environment? Can/Should corporations care about more than just profits?

2) Explain what happened in the Dodge v. Ford case.

3) Explain what the Kyoto Protocol is.

4) What does it mean to say corporations are psychopathic? What are the psychopathic traits of corporations?

5) Explain what "capitalism with a conscience" is. How does Pfizer exemplify the concept?

6) Choose a company that you are a customer of and that you like. Look on their website for their Corporate Social Responsibility plan. What is one component of the plan that sticks out to you?

-Chapter 3 Discussion Questions (Tuesday 4/12):

1) What is an externality?

2) Explain what happened in the Anderson v. General Motors case.

3) What is the "science of exploitation?"

4) In your own words, define ethics.

FRIDAY 4/1

2011-04-02T18:58:00.002-04:00

SR201
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-Into The Wild: Chapters 14, 15, 16.
-Answer the following Chapter 9 Discussion Questions:

1) State & explain the 5 main physiological benefits of humor & laughter.

2) State & explain the 4 main psychological benefits of humor & laughter.

3) State & explain the 3 main social & interpersonal benefits of humor & laughter.

MN371
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Discussion Questions:

1) What is guerilla marketing?

2) Define "target market" & explain how small businesses can pinpoint their target markets.

3) Define "demographics."

4) Define "market research" & state the objective of market research.

SR338
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-The discussion questions from the 2 articles that were posted on 3/30.
-Answer the following Chapter 9 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Do people get a "physical high" during aerobic exercise?
2) Can people with asthma exercise?
3) What types of activities are recommended for people with arthritis?
4) What precautions should those with diabetes take with respect to exercise?
5) Is exercise safe during pregnancy?

SR368
TODAY:
-Class canceled due to snow.

HOMEWORK:
-There is no class on Monday. The following is due on Wednesday:
-The discussion questions for the 3 SBJ qrticles that were posted on 3/38.
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) What are the 3 main categories of indoor surfacing?
2) What are the 3 distinct areas of indoor facility surfacing?
3) Generally speaking, what should dictate the type of flooring surface utilized?
4) What are the 3 considerations that have allowed synthetic floors to challenge traditional hardwood flooring?
5) Explain the difference between "point-elastic" & "area-elastic" flooring surfaces.
6) Explain "attractive life."

WEDNESDAY 3/30

2011-03-30T22:45:00.003-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-9 Innings From Ground Zero &Chapter 8 discussion questions due. -Opportunity Quiz #6. -We discussed 9 Innings From Ground Zero. -We began a discussion of Chapter 8. HOMEWORK: -Into The Wild: Chapters 14, 15, 16. -Answer the following Chapter 9 Discussion Questions:

1) State & explain the 5 main physiological benefits of humor & laughter.

2) State & explain the 4 main psychological benefits of humor & laughter.

3) State & explain the 3 main social & interpersonal benefits of humor & laughter.

MN371

TODAY:

-Chapter 6 discussion questions due.

-Opportunity Quiz #5.

-We finished discussing Chapter 5.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Discussion Questions:

1) What is guerilla marketing?

2) Define "target market" & explain how small businesses can pinpoint their target markets.

3) Define "demographics."

4) Define "market research" & state the objective of market research.

SR338 TODAY:

-Chapter 8 Part B discussion questions due.

-We finished our discussion of Chapter 8.

HOMEWORK:

-Read the following articles & answer the Discussion Questions:

A) Why Portion Control Matters

1) What portion size appropriate item accounts for a multimillion-dollar slice of the food market? 2) How many different types of food choices do we make each day?

3) For what 2 reasons are the cards stacked against most Americans when it comes to making proper portion choices?

4) In what calorie increments do we often overeat?

5) What part of our brain is most to blame for poor food choices?

6) According to research, why are people more likely to order triple-chocolate black forest volcano cake than chocoalte cake for desert?

7) What is the easiest way to keep hidden food persuaders at bay?

B) Physically Fit Students Do Better Academically Too

1) How many points did test scores drop for each extra minute it took for middle & high school students to complete a 1 mile run/walk fitness test?

2) What 2 factors are needed for optimal brain function?

3) For the purposes of boosting student achievement, what have schools disinvested in?

4) What factors contribute ot the "Freshman 15?" (Not from article. Reaearch it.)

SR368

TODAY:

-S&R candidate presentation.

HOMEWORK: -See post from Monday.

TUESDAY 3/29

2011-03-29T12:20:00.008-04:00

IC212

TODAY:

-The Corporation Chapter 2 discussion questions due.

-Opportunity Quiz #5.

-I handed out Opportunity Quiz #6 that is to be taken as a take-home.

-We continued our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 1. We discussed deregulation, the corporation as a legal "person," Corporate Social Responsibility, stakeholders, new capitalism, & sustainable development. We will finish Chapter 1 at the beginning of class next Tuesday.

HOMEWORK:

-There is no class on Thursday 3/31.

-Complete Opportunity Quiz #6. It is due at the beginning of class next Tuesday. If you were absent today, a copy of the quiz is posted on campus web under the "Handouts" section.

MONDAY 3/28

2011-03-28T11:59:00.008-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-No discussion questions due.

-You should have read the article about sports after 9/11 that was posted last Friday.

-We began watching the documentary "9 Innings From Ground Zero." I handed out questions that are to be filled out while watching the film.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Discussion Questions based on the "Sports After 9/11" article that was posted last Friday:

1) What were the only 2 things that got former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani's mind off of 9/11?

2) How did sports help America return to normalcy after 9/11?

3) According to a report in the October 2001 Sports Business Journal, how much money did sports teams spend to beef up security over the course of the year after 9/11?

4) What city hosted the first Olympics after 9/11 and how much did they spend on security?

5) How much did Athens spend on secutity for their Olympics?

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Discussion Questions:

1) Define: stress, stressors, distress, eustress.

2) Explain how state, nonspecifically induced changes, & specific syndrome contribute to Selye's stress definition.

3) State & explain the 3 stages of GAS (page 217).

MN371

TODAY:

-Chapter 5 discussion questions due.

-We finished watching "Beer Wars."

-We discussed how to get started with the business plan for the group project.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 5 by discussing what a sole proprietorship is and what the advantages/disadvantages are.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 6 Discussion Questions:

1) Define & explain what "franchising" is.

2) Explain the 3 main types of franchising.

3) What are some advantages to franchising?

4) What are some drawbacks of buying a franchise?

SR338

TODAY:

-Chapter 8 Part A discussion questions due.

-Article discussion questions due.

-We discussed the article and began a discussion of Chapter 8 by discussing what flexibility & stretching are, and the 4 FAQ's about stretching.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) What problems can be caused by poor flexibility?

2) What are the benefits of good flexibility?

3) What are the factors affecting flexibility?

4) Define plastic & elastic elongation.

5) State & explain the 4 principles of muscular flexibility prescription.

6) Define the 3 modes of stretching exercises.

SR368

TODAY:

-Chapter 7 Part A discussion questions due.

-SBJ article discussion questions due.

-We discussed the SBJ article & Chapter 7.

HOMEWORK:

-Read the following SBJ articles and answer the corresponding Discussion Questions for Friday:

A) March 21-27: "Basketball Hall of Fame Plans to Sell Title Sponsorship" Page: 9
1) Where is the Basketball HOF located?
2) What is the official name of the HOF?
3) How much are HOF officials hoping to get per year from a title sponsor?
4) How many people visit the HOF each year?
5) Why would Converse fit well as a title sponsor of the HOF?
B) March 28 - April 3: "Early Ticket Sales Point to Rebound for MLB" Page: Cover
1) How many fans attended MLB games in 2010?
2) What is Bud Selig's attendance goal for 2011?
3) What factors are responsible for the ticket turnaround in 2011?
4) What is dynamic ticket pricing (look it up)?
5) What is MLB's largest single revenue source?
6) What % decline did the Mets have in ticket sales last year?
C) March 28 - April 3: "Local Power, Grassroots Appeal Make High School Sports Compelling" Page: 21
1) What % of all Americans are fans of high school sports?
2) What % of all Americans are avid fans of high school sports?
3) Why have there never been sanctioned national championships at the high school level?
4) What is the author convinced is the power of the interest in high school sports & Minor League Baseball?
5) What % of high school sports fans don't have kids at home between the ages of 12 & 17?
6) What company is investing $10 million in high school sports?

FRIDAY 3/25

2011-03-25T15:43:00.002-04:00

SR201
TODAY:
-Chapter 7 Part B discussion questions due.
-Into The Wild: Chapters 11, 12, 13.
-Opportunity Quiz #5.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 7. We discussed the psychological benefits of exercise, the components of health related physical fitness, recreational eating, & recreational alcohol consumption.

HOMEWORK:
-Read the following article: Sports After 9/11

MN371
TODAY:
-We continued wathing "Beer Wars."

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 5 Part A Discussion Questions:
1A) Explain what a sole proprietorship is?
1B) State & summarize the advantages.
1C) State & summarize the disadvantages.
2A) Explain what a partnership it.
2B) State & summarize the advantages.
2C) State & summarize the disadvantages.
3A) Explain what a corporation is.
3B) State & summarize the advantages.
3C) State & summarize the disadvantages.

SR338
TODAY:
-Chapter 7 Part B discussion questions due.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 7 by discussing the principles involved in strength training & the factors that affect strength.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 8 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Define "flexibility."
2) Define "stretching."
3) Will stretching before exercise prevent injuries? Explain.
4) Does strength tarining limit flexibility? Explain.
5) Will stretching exercises help me lose weight? Explain.
6) How much should stretching "hurt" to gain flexibility? Explain.
-Read the following article and answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) How much weekly physical activity do public health guidelines recommend adults get?
2) What type of training may be better that endurance training to improve metabolic health & reduce the risk for chronic diseases?
3) What is high-interval training?
4) What is the #1 barrier for exercise?
5) How much time per day do women need to exercise to maintain weight?
6) What is the best way for men & women to maintain weight & cut down on exercise time?

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 6 Part B discussion questions due.
-SBJ article discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ article.
-We finished our discussion of Chapter 6. We discussed locker room traffic-flow, specialty locker rooms, & an organization's work processes.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 7 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) What is the basic purpose of any facility sign?
2) What are the 5 categories of signs?
3) Explain the OSHA issues regarding the communication of hazardous conditions.
-Read the March 21-27 SBJ article, "A-B Stays in Soccer With MLS Renewal," on page 4 & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) How long is the A-B partnership extension with MLS?
2) What is the beermaker giving up?
3) The deal also includes an extension with what 2 teams?
4) How much is the deal estimated to be worth?
5) What A-B product will be promotoed at US national women's team games?
6) Who recently replaced A-B as the official beer of the NHL?
7) Who receives the MLS "Golden Boot" award?
8) Why did MLS clubs want to have the ability to negotiate their own beer rights with local beer companies?
9) A-B has been the official beer sponsor of every FIFA World Cup since what year?
10) What company was the first major american brand to come on board with MLS?

THURSDAY 3/24

2011-03-24T12:57:00.003-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-The class started off on a downer. I was made fun of for my choice in refrigerator, and I was not able to show the video clips that I wanted. However, being a seasoned professional I battled through the adversity and we continued our discussion of The Corporation Chapter 1 by talking about the advantages/disadvantages to corporations, and the rise of the corporation in Europe & America.

HOMEWORK:
-Watch the following clips from The Corporation documentary that go with the discussion topics from Chapter 1.
1) What is a corporation?
2) Birth
3) A legal "person"
-Answer the following Chapter 2 Discussion Questions:
1) In your opinion, is it possible for a corporation to meet the needs of its stockholders, customers, employees, and environment? Can/Should corporations care about more than just profits?
2) Explain what happened in the Dodge v. Ford case.
3) Explain wha the Kyoto Protocol is.
4) What does it mean to say corporations are psychopathic? What are the psychopathic traits of corporations?
5) Explain what "capitalism with a conscience" is. How does Pfizer exemplify the concept?
6) Choose a company that you are a customer of and that you like. Look on ther website for their Corporate Social Responsibility plan. What is one component of the plan that sticks out to you?

WEDNESDAY 3/23

2011-03-23T11:40:00.005-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-Chapter 7 Part A discussion questions due.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 7. We discussed the defintion of fitness, how fitness can be affected by leisure, how fitness can have an impact on leisure, the fitness illusion, the definition of obesity, & the physiological benefits of exercise.

HOMEWORK:

-Into The Wild: Chapters 11, 12, 13.

-Answer the following Chapter 7 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) What is one of the influences on recreational eating choices?

2) What % of a family's food budget goes toward meals eaten outside the home?

3) What is "portion distortion?"

4) In your opinion, why is alcohol related problems such an issue on college campuses?

5) In your opinion, what is "binge drinking?"

MN371

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We finished discussing Chapter 4.

-We began watching the documentary "Beer Wars."

HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions.

-We will continue with "Beer Wars" on Friday.

SR338

TODAY:

-Article discussion questions due.

-Chapter 7 Part A discussion questions due.

-Opportunity Quiz #5.

-We discussed the article.

-We began a discussion of Chapter 7. Our discussion focused on the benefits of strength training, what sarcopenia is, the difference between muscular strength & endurance, & the 4 myths of women's strength training.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 7 Part B Discussion Questions:

1) State & discuss the principles involved in strength training.

2) State & discuss the factors that affect strength.

SR368
TODAY:
-Chapter 6 Part A discussion questions due.
-SBJ article discussion questions due.
-We discussed the SBJ article.
-We began a discussion of Chapter 6. We discussed ancillary space, primary usage, the major inputs in determining how a building must be constructed & utilized, the different categories of locker rooms, the primary component & second primary component of the locker room, & the ADA requirement for toilets & showers.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 7 Part B Discussion Questions:
1) What are the 2 key considerations with regard to traffic-flow in the locker-room?
2) Describe each of the categories of specialty locker rooms.
3) What are the 2 key factors to be considered when understanding an organization's work processes? Why?
4) Explain the difference between the front office & the back office.
5) Offices require what 3 basic utilities in order to function?
6) Ancillary spaces should be laid out in response to what 3 things?
7) Why is it not always necessary to provide a large number of showers in secondary-level schools (high schools)?
-Read the SBJ article "Social Media...." on page 12 of the March 14-20 issue & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) At the NBA Tech Summit, what were identified as crucial tools to disseminate content & encourage fans to interact in their own ways with that content?
2) What happened at "Grandstand Managers Day" on 8/24/51?
3) Explain Phase 1 of the Bowling Green Hot Rods Facebook promotion.
4) Explain Phase 2 of the Bowling Green Hot Rods Facebppk promotion.
5) How did fans determine the winner of this year's Sprite Slam Dunk Contest?
6) What are Sacramento Kings fans using social media to try to prevent?
7) What is the goal of social media activities in sports?

TUESDAY 3/22

2011-03-22T14:24:00.002-04:00

IC212
TODAY:
-The Corporation Chapter 1 discussion questions due.
-We discussed Exam #1.
-We discussed the second half of the semester.
-I handed out the research paper assignment outline and we discussed.
-We began a discussion of The Corporation Chapter 1 by defining the term "corporation."

HOMEWORK:
-No new discussion questions.
-Brainstorm research paper topic ideas.

MONDAY 3/21

2011-03-21T12:17:00.004-04:00

SR201

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We discussed Quiz #4, Exam #1, and the schedule for the 2nd half of the semester.

HOMEWORK:

-Answer the following Chapter 7 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) Define "fitness."

2) Explain what the "fitness illusion" is.

3) What % of Americans do not exercise at all during their leisure?

4) 50% of new fitness club memberships quit within how many months of joining?

5) Define "obesity."

6) What % of American adults are obese?

7) State & explain the physiological benefits of exercise.

8) What are some of the psychological benefits of exercise?

9) What is the real reason why most people do not exercise?

10) State & explain the components of health-related physical fitness?

MN371

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We continued discussing Chapter 4. We finished discussing the 5 Forces Model and discussed the product/service feasibility analysis.

HOMEWORK:

-No new discussion questions.

-Start working on your group project!

-We will finish Chapter 4 on Wednesday and then start watching the documentary Beer Wars.

SR338

TODAY:

-No new discussion questions due.

-We discussed Quiz #4, Exam #1, and the schedule for the 2nd half of the semester.

HOMEWORK:
-Read this article and answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What month is the busiest for most gyms?
2) According to the president & CEO of X3 Sports gyms in Atlanta, how long does it take to create a habit?
3) What is the biggest complaint of people starting new exercise routines?
4) When starting out an exercise program, what should you work on first?
5) Why don't fad diets work in the long run?
6) During a fitness routine, what is a bad sign and usually points to a lack of motivation?
7) During workouts, women tend to focus on ???? and neglect??????
8) The 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommended how many days of muscle-strengthening physical activity for adults?
9) Strength training helps do what 3 things?

-Answer the following Chapter 7 Part A Discussion Questions:

1) Why should everyone, not just athletes or people with jobs that require heavy muscular work, strength train?

2) Define "strength training."
3) What are some of the benefits of strength training?
4) What may be the the most important health-related component of physical fitness in the older population?
5) Define "sarcopenia."
6) What is the difference between muscular strength & muscular endurance?
7) Define "one repetition maximum."

SR368
TODAY:
-No new discussion questions due.
-We discussed Quiz #4 and the 2nd half of the semester schedule.
-I handed out last week's and this week's SBJ's.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the following Chapter 6 Part A Discussion Questions:
1) Define "ancillary space."
2) Explain the concept of "primary usage."
3) What are the major inputs in determining how a building must be constructed & utilized?
4) Explain the different categories of locker rooms.
5) What is the primary component of a locker room?
6) What is the second primary component of a locker room?
7) What is the ADA requirement for toilets & showers?
-Read the article "North by Northwest" on the cover page in the March 14-20 SBJ & answer the following Discussion Questions:
1) What 2 teams have been added to the MLS this season?
2) Who is the league's top-performing team in both attendance & national television ratings?
3) Why are the 3 Pacific Northwest teams a natural fit for the MLS?
4) What 2 sports companies, both known for soccer, are headquartered in Portland, OR?
5) What brewery is among Portland's founding partners?
6) What stadium will Vancouver move into in September?
7) What team led the MLS last year in average home attendance?
8) How many tickets does MLS require teams to set aside for visiting fans to purchase?
9) What city will have an MLS franchise in 2012?