scholarly journals Strategic Innovations in Teaching Humanitarian Disciplines, Strengthening Mental and Spiritual Health, and Contributing to the Solution of Regional Problems: A Case Study of the American University of Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
P V Ushakov ◽  
T S Kosenko ◽  
V I Panarin ◽  
V I Parshikov ◽  
S I Chernykh
Keyword(s):  
Spiritual Health ◽  
American University ◽  
Regional Problems

Lighting Up the Bulb’s Station

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adeeb Nami ◽  
Virginia Bodolica ◽  
Martin Spraggon
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Critical Question ◽  
American University ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Predisposing Conditions ◽  
The Way

This case study follows the entrepreneurial journey initiated by a group of undergraduate students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and examines the decisions made and lessons learned along the way. Uncovering the intricacies of the process of business ideation, the case analyses the predisposing conditions that led to the establishment of the Bulb’s Station—a vending booth offering exclusively homemade food. A particular emphasis is placed on analysing the two major experiences that the partners had running the booth, namely, at the 2016 AUS Global Day and the 2016 UAE National Day Celebration at the American University of Sharjah (AUS). By providing detailed information regarding the type, variety, quantity and pricing of dishes on the menu, the reader is brought to estimate the extent to which the booth’s operation was successful at each of the two events. Based on prior challenges and shortcomings in adopted strategies, the partners are now confronted with the critical question of whether to turn the Bulb’s Station into a start-up company in the food industry in the UAE.

Centralizing Integrated Long Range Planning and Budgeting

2011 ◽  
pp. 55-75
Author(s):  
Taylor Valore
Keyword(s):  
Long Range ◽  
State Of The Art ◽  
Technical Aspects ◽  
American University ◽  
Independent Events ◽  
Long Range Planning ◽  
American University In Cairo ◽  
Annual Planning

Upon relocation to a new, state-of-the-art, 260-acre campus outside of Cairo, Egypt, the American University in Cairo (AUC) sought to revamp its annual planning and budgeting processes to address several deficiencies. Primarily, long-range planning and annual budgeting were two independent events with little synchronization. This case study will detail the process and technical aspects of AUC’s transition to a centralized and synchronized planning and budgeting cycle focused on determining appropriate workflows and leveraging database technologies to track planning initiatives throughout an approvals process. Readers will be able to weigh the drawbacks of centralization against the benefits of standardized budget review and planning.

Native American Student Participation in Study Abroad: An Exploratory Case Study

2012 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 127-152 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen Wanger ◽  
Robin Minthorn ◽  
Kathryn Weinland ◽  
Boomer Appleman ◽  
Michael James ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Native American ◽  
Study Abroad ◽  
Social Capital Theory ◽  
Native Students ◽  
Capital Theory ◽  
American University ◽  
Native American Students ◽  
Exploratory Case Study ◽  
Bachelor's Degrees

This exploratory case study examines the participation of Native American students in study abroad and institutional policies and practices that either impede or enhance participation. The study surveys all Native students enrolled at the American university that produces the most Native graduates with bachelor's degrees. Although Native students value the benefits of study abroad, the study finds that they face a unique confluence of factors that limit participation. The role of Native students' social networks (family, tribal members, friends, Native advisors) is found to be prominent in deliberations about participation. Social capital theory is employed for analysis of the findings.

Urban Regeneration Case Study of the Old Town of Ras Al Khaimah

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara Seif
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Urban Regeneration ◽  
Urban Morphology ◽  
Gulf Region ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
American University ◽  
Policy Paper ◽  
Historical Sites

"As with many historical sites in the Gulf region, urban regeneration of the Old Town District of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), United Arab Emirates (UAE) presents a challenge in maintaining the balance between preservation and refurbishment. This policy paper aims to highlight and convey the significance of the Old Town District as a historical and cultural site to policy makers in the emirate. In doing so, it outlines the District’s potential for becoming an agent for the development of RAK through an urban regeneration project. The paper begins with a brief historical overview of RAK and the urban development of the Old Town District. It then goes on to discuss the opportunities offered by the area. A description of the District’s building materials and urban morphology is also discussed. The paper concludes with a list of recommendations for the urban regeneration of Old Town. The author conducted fieldwork and collected data for this paper between 2009 and 2011 as part of two courses for her bachelors and masters degrees at the American University of Sharjah."

Cross-Cultural Negotiating: A Japanese-American Case Study from Higher Education

2007 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roger Prestwich
Keyword(s):  
Joint Venture ◽  
Negotiation Process ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Japanese American ◽  
American University ◽  
Cultural Negotiation ◽  
Negotiation Style ◽  
American Case ◽  
Dual Degree

AbstractThis article discusses a cross-cultural negotiation process between a new Japanese university and an established American university to create a joint business venture – a dual-degree program. The parties failed to sign a contract, and there were indicators during negotiations pointing to the likelihood of a failed outcome. Negotiation style convergence was evident, with the Japanese adopting an erabi ('either-or') style and the Americans an awase ('more-or-less') style. The 7-Step framework used to structure the negotiation discussion may be better suited to analyzing Japanese negotiation processes than American. The implications will be of value to Japanese and American/Western businesspeople or educational administrators involved in joint venture-type negotiations.

Sponsored research and university budgets: A case study in American university government

Minerva ◽  
1970 ◽  
Vol 8 (1-4) ◽  
pp. 492-519
Author(s):  
Frederick Betz ◽  
Carlos Kruytbosch
Keyword(s):  
Sponsored Research ◽  
American University
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