Month: November 2016
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Russell Zwanka, SUNY New Paltz – Global Companies and Social Media
Global companies face a lot of challenges. Russell Zwanka, professor of marketing at SUNY New Paltz, discusses how social media can cause problems when one practice is accepted in one place, but not in another. Dr. Russell J. Zwanka is a lecturer at SUNY New Paltz teaching courses in Category Management, Food Retail Management, Marketing…
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Abraham Palmer, University of California San Diego – Do These Genes Make Me Lonely?
Loneliness might be passed on from one generation to another. Abraham Palmer, professor of psychiatry at the University of California San Diego, examines if a tendency for loneliness can be found in your genes. My research examines the influence of genes on behavior and reflects my training in behavioral neuroscience, molecular biology, pharmacology and quantitative…
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Alison Phillips, Iowa State University – Exercise Routines and Intrinsic Rewards
How is your exercise routine? Alison Phillips, assistant professor of psychology at Iowa State University, examines a way to make a new habit stick. Dr. Alison Phillips is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Iowa State University and is director of the Healthy Habits Lab, where she conducts research regarding medication adherence,…
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This Week On The Academic Minute (2016.11.28)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2016.11.28 Monday, November 28th Alison Phillips of Iowa State University discusses exercise routines and intrinsic rewards. Tuesday, November 29th Abraham Palmer of the University of California San Diego details if loneliness is an inheritable trait. Wednesday, November 30th Russel Zwanka of SUNY New Paltz explores the challenges global companies…
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The Academic Minute for 2016.11.21-11.25
Academic Minute from 11.21 – 11.25 Monday, November 21st Laura Russell – Denison University Reading Reality Through The Lens of Gratitude Dr. Laura Russell is an Assistant Professor of Communication at Denison University. Drawn to issues concerning individual and collective well-being, she centers her research on understanding the communication of personal and relational health. As…
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Mitch Prinstein featured on The Best of Our Knowledge
As always, host Bob Barrett selects an Academic Minute to air during The Best of Our Knowledge. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts and administrators from all levels of education. For this week‘s edition (#1366), Bob has selected…
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Philip Watkins, Eastern Washington University – Gratitude Exercises
How to be happier? Do some exercises. Philip Watkins, professor in the college of social sciences at Eastern Washington University, explores how gratitude exercises can help strength your sense of well-being. Philip Watkins received his BS in psychology from the University of Oregon and his PhD in clinical psychology from Louisiana State University. He is…
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Ashli Stokes, University of North Carolina Charlotte – Thanksgiving Food and Gratitude
Food is the main event of most Thanksgivings. Ashli Stokes, associate professor in the department of communication studies at the University of North Carolina Charlotte, discusses the importance of preparing something tasty for your family to enjoy this holiday. Ashli Quesinberry Stokes (Ph.D., University of Georgia) is an Associate Professor of Communication Studies and the…
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Raymond Boisvert, Siena College – Gratitude and Giving Thanks
Are we thankful for the Earth? Raymond Boisvert, professor of philosophy at Siena College, explores whether we do enough to give back to the planet that gives us life. Educated in Rhode Island, Switzerland, the University of Toronto and Emory University in Atlanta, Raymond Boisvert made his academic reputation with two books on the American…
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Nathan Deichert, Black Hills State University – Impact of Gratitude on Stress
The holidays are a stressful time. Nathan Deichert, assistant professor of psychology at Black Hills State University, determines gratitude can help manage some of that anxiety. Dr. Deichert earned his Ph.D. in Experimental Social-Health Psychologist from Kent State University in 2007 and is currently an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Black Hills State University in…