Allied Academies News Number 13 - Fall 2003

The Las Vegas Conference (the 16th meeting of the Allied Academies) was a great success. We had authors from around the globe and across the United States. We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all who participated. It is the authors and the conference participants who make the Allied Academies successful and who support our efforts to achieve our mission.

As you know, the organization is a not for profit corporation and is not sponsored by any university or organization. We are dependent upon conference registration fees, and contributions from interested and supportive groups. Our mission is to support and encourage the exchange of ideas in higher education throughout the world. To that end, we sponsor conferences and publish journals. In addition, we maintain this web site which has developed into an important communication medium for our membership and for scholars from around the world. We publish our journals simultaneously in hard copy and on the web page, and you can view conference proceedings, newsletters and academy information there as well.

Spring International Conference in New Orleans

Our Spring 2004 International Conference (April 7-10) is coming up and we are expecting a great turnout. The conference will be held at the Hilton New Orleans - Riverside, where we have secured an excellent room rate for participants. We have added some new Academies based on suggestions from our members. For those of you with travel constraints, the Internet Division will allow you to participate in the conference without leaving your home or office. As usual we will be selecting the top 25% of the award submissions for Journal publication. For more information on submitting, see the Submission Instructions.

Academies & Journal News

We have been busy publishing Journals over the holiday season. Several issues have already been published and mailed and several are in the publication process now. If you are expecting a copy and have not received it yet, it is likely to be in process. We have been updating our online Journal pages and will continue to add to our back issues. At the conclusion of our next conference, we will be only allowing members to access the online Journals. We currently publish 16 different Journals (all with a 25% acceptance rate and listed in Cabell's) representing every area in the School of Business.

We have added the following new Academies to our conference line up, based on suggestions by our members.

We will continue to add Academies and Journals based on the suggestions of our members. We fully expect this continuous improvement will be ultimately beneficial to our authors. For more information about our affiliate Academies and the types of manuscripts they publish, please visit our Affiliate Academies page.

Summer Internet Conference

The Internet Conference has continued to grow in popularity. Coming July 2004 we will have our 6th Summer International Internet Conference. With budget shortfalls and reduced travel allowances, the Internet Conference has become a necessity for some and a luxury for others. It is the same as a physical conference, with the exception of having to travel.

Participants can submit their papers for award consideration, then 25% will be selected as winners and will have their works published in the appropriate Journal. There will be a conference Proceedings published on-line as well as on CD, and a conference Program published both in hard copy and on-line. This year, in addition to the bulletin board we have for posting questions and comments, we will add the live chat capability via your browser's built in Instant Messaging application. Participants can also submit Power Point presentations to be posted on our web site as a companion to their paper. The Internet conference will run for two weeks giving participants plenty of time to participate as their schedules and time zones allow (no strict schedule will be required). See our Submission Instructions page for information on submitting.

Fall International Conference in Maui

Our Fall 2004 International Conference will be held in Maui, Hawaii at the Royal Lahaina hotel. As you may know, this represents the Allied Academies 10 year anniversary and we decided we should celebrate with a special location. It is already shaping up to be a great conference and several people have already made their travel arrangements. We hope to see you all there!

Creative and Innovative Teaching Awards

The Academy of Educational Leadership sponsors special awards to recognize creative and innovative teachers and educational programs. To be eligible for consideration, an individual must be nominated by a member of the Allied Academies and undergo evaluation by the Teaching Awards Committee. The following individuals have met the criteria and have been judged by the Committee to be worthy of the designation, Distinguished Teachers. We extend to them our sincere congratulations.

James B. Bexley, Sam Houston State University
Robert A. Fleck, Jr., Columbus State University
Inder P. Nijhawan, Fayetteville State University
Patricia A. Toney-McLin, Arkansas State University

Creative and Innovative Education Award

The criteria for recognition include the on going delivery of outstanding instruction and education, and, the practice of innovative and creative education. Any academic unit of a college or university is eligible for consideration, but a unit may not win the award more than once. The following unit has met the criteria and has been judged by the Committee to be worthy of the Distinguished Education Award. We extend our sincere congratulations to the distinguished faculty and administrators who support this exceptional unit.

Larry R. Watts Distinguished Service Award

Dr. Larry R. Watts extended extraordinary service to the Allied Academies throughout the establishment and growth of the organization and the development of its various affiliate Academies and Journals. This award, named in his honor, is bestowed only upon Academy Fellows who make outstanding contributions to the organization above and beyond the normal call of duty. For unwavering support, and constant enthusiasm, we thank...

Distinguished Research Awards

We would like to congratulate the Distinguished Research Award Winners for Las Vegas, 2003. The competition was extremely rigorous and intense. After extensive review, the panel of judges awarded distinguished research status to less than 23% of the manuscripts. The authors of the following works will receive engraved plaques, and the manuscripts will be published in the next regularly scheduled issue of the appropriate journal.

Academy of Accounting Studies

   The Effects of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 on Business Failure Momentum
   Askar H. Choudhury, Illinois State University
   Steven V. Campbell, University of Idaho

   Financial Statement Footnote Disclosures- Purposes, Subject and Number: The Hong Kong Experience
   Gary, Miller, Texas A&M International University
   Soon Suk Yoon, Chonnam National University, South Korea

   Similarities and Differences Between the Sexes in Financial Analysis and Self-Confidence
   Robert L. Webster, Ouachita Baptist University
   T. Selwyn Ellis, Louisiana Tech University
   Barry Bryan, Ouachita Baptist University

   Academy of Commercial Banking and Finance

   Mortgage Backed Securitisation: Contextual Success Factors
   Helen Lange, Macquarie Graduate School of Management

   The Choice of Private Versus Public Debt in an Emerging Economy: Does Information Asymmetry Play a Role?
   Sanjay Rajagopal, Montreat College

   The Impact of Bank Asset Composition on Profitability
   Christopher L. Brown, Western Kentucky University

   Academy of Economics and Economic Education

   Developing Student Writers in Economics: A Process Writing Approach
   Craig M. Sasse, Rockhurst University
   Laura E. Fitzpatrick, Rockhurst University

   Teaching Money, Prices, Income and the Quantity Theory of Money
   Han X. Vo, Winthrop University

   The Potential of Biotechnology-Promises, Perils, Perplexities: A Survey of Impacts on Relevant Economic Sectors
   Gauri S. Guha, Arkansas State University
   Anil Baral, Arkansas State University
   Sarath A. Nonis, Arkansas State University
   Richard S. Segall, Arkansas State University

   Economics in the Integrated Business Curriculum: In or Out?
   Ismail H. Genc, University of Idaho
   Selahattin Bekmez, Mugla University
   Jon R. Miller, University of Idaho

   Academy of Educational Leadership

   Introductory Accounting Curriculum Changes:
   A Longitudinal Investigation of the Complex Issues Facing Small Schools
   Janice L. Klimek, Central Missouri State University

   Advice for the Not Ready for Virtual Time Professors: Lights, Camera, Action!
   Tips on Creating a Workable Online Course
   Ida M. Jones, California State University-Fresno

   The Faculty Perspective on the Impact of AACSB Accreditation
   Wayne A. Roberts, Jr., Southern Utah University
   Roy Johnson, Southern Utah University
   John Groesbeck, Southern Utah University

   Quality in Higher Education: The Student’s Role
   Louis F. Jourdan, Jr., Clayton College & State University
   Chris Haberland, Clayton College & State University
   Michael H. Deis, Clayton College & State University

   Academy of Entrepreneurship

   Business Level Strategic Choice in Low Market Share Firms: An Empirical Analysis
   Richard Robinson, University of South Carolina
   Palmer Sineath, University of North Carolina-Wilmington
   Peter Davis, University of Memphis
   Paula Harveston, Berry College

   Effects of the Hispanic Population on Arkansas Small Business
   Don B. Bradley, III, University of Central Arkansas
   Stephen Fryar, University of Central Arkansas
   Damon Van Riper, University of Central Arkansas

   Academy of Financial Studies

   The Performance of U.S. International Funds During the Asian Financial Crisis
   Louis T. W. Cheng, Hong Kong Polytechnic Institute
   Kam C. Chan, Western Kentucky University
   Lynn K. Pi, The Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong

   The Effect of Transitory Earnings Items on the Relevance of Earnings and Cash Flows for REITs
   Ron Stunda, Birmingham-Southern College
   Eric Typpo, University of the Pacific

   The Relationship between the Existence of Antitakeover Devices and Corporate Social Performance
   Bernadette M. Ruf, Delaware State University
   Nancy L. Meade-Christie, Seattle Pacific University
   Robert M. Brown, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

   Academy of Family Business

   Is Wal-Mart Smothering Small Town America?
   Rachel R. Entenza, Sam Houston State University
   Balasundram Maniam, Sam Houston State University


   Academy of Free Enterprise Education

   Analysing the Effectiveness of Franchisee Training Program:
   Empirical Observations from Finland
   Jenni Torikka, University of Jyväskylä

   Effectiveness of Entrepreneurship for Educators Programs: An Assessment Study
   Masoud Hemmasi, Illinois State University
   Lee A. Graf, Illinois State University

   An Interdisciplinary Approach to Entrepreneurship Education: The Cross-Course Project Model
   Brooke R. Envick, St. Mary’s University
   Thomas Madison, St. Mary’s University
   H. Richard Priesmeyer, St. Mary’s Univeristy

   Academy of Information and Management Sciences

   Justifications for the Deployment of XML/EDI for Development of Electronic Commerce Applications
   Naser Aayat, Payam Noor University
   Nader Asgary, State University of New York-Geneseo

   The Impact of Process Standardization and Task Uncertainty on Creativity in GSS Environments
   Cesar Perez-Alvarez, William Paterson University
   Mahmoud Watad, Fairleigh Dickinson University

   A Neural Expert System with Goal Seeking Functions for Strategic Planning
   Jae Ho Han, Pukyong National University

   Academy of Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues

   Internet Denial of Service Attacks: Legal, Technical and Regulatory Issues
   Jerry Wegman, University of Idaho
   Alexander D. Korzyk, University of Idaho

   Using Research Data to Assist in Developing and Marketing Strategies to Enhance
   Knowledge of Relevant Law among Faculty and Academic Administrators in Colleges and Universities
   Le Von E. Wilson, Western Carolina University

   Harassment: Constructive Discharge and the Affirmative Defense
   Gerald E. Calvasina, Southern Utah University
   Richard V. Calvasina, University of West Florida
   Eugene J. Calvasina, Southern University

   Is Fraud a Problem in Governmental Entities?
   Sharron M. Graves, Stephen F. Austin State University
   Treba Lilley Marsh, Stephen F. Austin State University
   Miguel Lozano, III, Stephen F. Austin State University

   An Application of the Content Theory of Worker Needs to the Economic Impact
   on Unions and Membership During the 20th Century
   James T. Rhodes, Christian Brothers University
   Sarah T. Pitts, Christian Brothers University
   Rob H. Kamery, Christian Brothers University

   Academy of Marketing Studies

   Critical Acclaim and the Box Office Performance of New Film Releases
   Neil Terry, West Texas A&M University
   Michael Butler, West Texas A&M University
   De’Arno De’Armond, West Texas A&M University

   Academy of Organizational Culture, Conflict and Communications

   Enumeration of the Organizational Culture Prescribed by the Deming Theory of Management
   Tony Polito, East Carolina University
   John Kros, East Carolina University
   Rik Berry, Morehead State University

   Comparing Apples to Apples:
   Insuring Consistency of Measurement with the Balanced Scorecard
   Martha Lair Sale, University of South Alabama

   Negotiator’s Trust and Distrust Perceptions and Mediation Strategies
   William H. Ross, University of Wisconsin at La Crosse
   Jeng-Chung V. Chen, University of Wisconsin at La Crosse

   The Organizational Benefits of Reducing Cyberslacking in the Workplace
   Pamela R. Johnson, California State University-Chico
   Julie Indvik, California State Univesity-Chico

   Academy of Strategic E-Commerce

   Assessing Cross-Industry Effects of B2B E-Commerce
   Uday M. Apte, Southern Methodist University
   Hiranya K. Nath, Sam Houston State University

   Dynamic E-Commerce: Guidance on the Employment of Reverse Auctions
   and Dynamic Pricing as Part of an Overall E-Sourcing Strategy
   David C. Wyld, Southeastern Louisiana University
   Randall P. Settoon, Southeastern Louisiana University

   B2B E-Commerce and Small Business Exporters
   Philip D. Olson, University of Idaho
   Newell Gough, Boise State University

   Academy of Strategic Management

   The Network Perspective in Organization Studies: Network Organizations or Network Analysis
   Stephen C. Betts, William Paterson University
   Michael D. Stouder, University of Michigan-Flint

   Pure Forms of Strategic Marketing: An Investigation of Leadership and Performance
   Larry Pleshko, United Arab Emirates University
   Richard A. Heiens, University of South Carolina-Aiken

   Academy of Studies in International Business

   Firm Strategy and Performance in Recovery from Economic Crisis
   Tantatape Brahmasrene, Purdue University-North Central
   Patriya Tansuhaj, Washington State University
   Phapruke Ussahawanitchakit, Mahasarakham University

   A Comparison of the Risk and Return Characteristics of Developed and Emerging Stock Markets
   Gerald Kohers, Sam Houston State University
   Ninon Kohers, University of South Florida
   Theodor Kohers, Mississippi State University

   Anti-Dumping Measures and International Pricing Policy: An Australian Study
   Syed Rahman, University of Western Sydney

   Negotiation Concession Patterns: A Multi-Country Multi-Period Study
   Donald W. Hendon, Columbus State University

   International Academy for Case Studies

   Change Management Walker and Walker
   Bonita Barger, Tennessee Technological University

   Amazon.com in 2003
   Javad Kargar, North Carolina Central University

   Hardee’s Restaurants: Stuck in the Middle or Creating Competitive Advantage?
   Scott Droege, Mississippi State University-Meridian
   Harold White, Mississippi State University-Meridian
   Jack Tucci, Mississippi State University-Meridian

   Jet Blue: A New Challenger
   Thomas M. Box, Pittsburg State University
   Susan E. Saxton, Capella University