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Counterexamples of Interchanging Limits and Integrals
No full textWe will examine a known counterexample of sequences of functions where interchanging the limits in integrals give different results. We will present several generalizations of this example
Should She Stay or Should She Go?: A Business Ethics Dilemma
No full textIn our presentation we will argue that rental real estate investors can act as ethical stewards in their communities. Low-income and poorly educated populations are particularly vulnerable to predatory rental practices. By exploring ethical frameworks such as existentialism, which emphasizes individual responsibility, Kant’s ethics, which advocates for treating tenants with respect, and Sidgwick’s dualism, which seeks a balance between self-interest and community welfare, we will challenge the stereotype of landlords as greedy profit-seekers. We will highlight stories of rental property owners who invest to improve the lives of their tenants and the broader community through fair rental practices and quality property improvements. Ultimately, we will show that ethical stewardship in rental real estate is not only possible, but also prevalent, even in areas typically associated with predatory practices
Canine Lymphocytic Response to Borelia burgdorferi
No full textBorrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease, triggers complex immune responses in canines. This study expands on previous research by analyzing white blood cell (WBC) dynamics in Lyme-positive dogs, using a larger sample size and refined methodologies, including hemocytometer-based WBC counts and detailed granulocyte differentiation. Blood samples from a diverse canine population were screened for B. burgdorferi using the ELISA SNAP 4Dx test. Differential blood smears were prepared and stained using the Diff-Quik method, followed by precise hemocytometer-based cell quantification. The study examined fluctuations in neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils in relation to Lyme-positive and Lyme-negative test results. Results confirmed a significant increase in total WBC counts in Lyme-positive canines, particularly driven by elevated neutrophil and monocyte levels, suggesting an active innate immune response. Lymphocyte counts also showed moderate elevations, consistent with adaptive immune activation. Contrary to initial hypotheses, eosinophil levels did not display a consistent pattern, indicating that Lyme disease does not induce eosinophilia as a hallmark response. Basophil counts remained within normal ranges across all subjects. These findings provide a more comprehensive understanding of the canine immune response to B. burgdorferi infection. The expanded dataset strengthens the correlation between Lyme disease and elevated WBC counts, particularly through neutrophilic and monocytic activity. Future work should explore cytokine profiling and immune modulation over time to better characterize the chronic phase of Lyme disease in canines. This research enhances diagnostic accuracy and contributes to improved veterinary management of Lyme-infected dogs
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Full text linkThis paper explores the persistent issue of workplace sexual harassment through the lens of business ethics, emphasizing the role of leadership in fostering a culture that actively discourages harassment. Drawing from personal observations and well-documented cases, the discussion is grounded in ethical theories, including Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), stakeholder theory, and deontological ethics. In 105 countries, sex-based harassment is not explicitly prohibited. In 130 countries, laws do not ensure workers are protected from sexual harassment by their peers. Even more countries fail to ensure protection from sexual harassment for job applicants (140) and for interns, apprentices, or employees in training (154) (Heymann et al., 2022). This paper argues that ethical leadership and clear anti-harassment frameworks are essential in creating safe, respectful environments. It supports the implementation of zero-tolerance policies, comprehensive training, and secure reporting mechanisms as core ethical responsibilities of organizations. Counterarguments concerning false accusations and free speech limitations are addressed and refuted using statistical evidence and ethical reasoning. Ultimately, the paper concludes that leadership guided by ethical principles not only reduces harm and legal liability but also enhances organizational trust, retention, and long-term performance
Laundry Loop - Business Plan
Full text linkLaundry Loop is a tech-enabled, on-demand laundry pickup and delivery service tailored to the needs of college students. Designed to eliminate the hassle of traditional laundry routines, Laundry Loop allows students to schedule affordable wash-and-fold services through a mobile app, offering both one-time orders and weekly subscriptions. Founded in May 2025 and based in Portsmouth, Ohio, the business operates under a scalable model with ambitions to expand nationwide through franchising. With a launch strategy focused on student ambassadors, social media marketing, and localized partnerships, Laundry Loop addresses the unmet demand for convenient, reliable, and student-centric laundry solutions.
The company’s operations are optimized through centralized processing hubs, AI-enhanced logistics, and loyalty-based pricing models. In its first two years, Laundry Loop projects growth from three to five college campuses, with profitability expected in Year 2. The founding team, combining experience in laundromats, marketing, and operations, leads the venture with a focus on service quality and expansion readiness.
This business plan was completed as part of the MBA Entrepreneurship and Growth course at Shawnee State University during the Summer 2025 semester. It outlines a clear path from campus startup to a dominant player in student services, offering a compelling, tech-driven opportunity to reshape the college experience
DenDrop, LLC
Full text linkDenDrop is a student-founded, campus-based delivery service designed to meet the growing demand for fast, convenient, and affordable delivery among college students. Based at Shawnee State University, our mission is to simplify student life by delivering food, essentials, and branded merchandise directly to dorms and campus locations. Powered by a peer-to-peer model, DenDrop employs student drivers and packers, creating on-campus jobs while fostering a supportive and community-driven brand
A Social Contract in Crisis: Do Drug Rehabilitation Centers Help or Harm Local Communities?
Full text linkThe opioid epidemic has led to the rapid growth of drug rehabilitation centers or addiction rehabilitation centers across the United States, especially in hard-hit areas like Appalachia. These centers aim to provide treatment and recovery services for people struggling with addiction, but their presence has sparked debate. Supporters argue that they help revitalize local economies, reduce crime, and offer much-needed care, while critics raise concerns about declining property values, community resistance, and unethical management practices. This paper examines these issues through two ethical perspectives: Social Contract Theory and Utilitarianism. Social Contract Theory suggests that rehab centers have a responsibility to both their patients and the communities they serve, meaning they should operate transparently and address local concerns. The Utilitarian approach looks at the bigger picture, weighing the benefits of addiction treatment against any negative impacts on surrounding neighborhoods. Our research finds that while rehab centers play an essential role in combating the opioid crisis, their success depends on how well they integrate into their communities. They bring economic benefits and can help lower crime, but stigma and poor management can create challenges for all stakeholders. We conclude that these facilities can fulfill their social contract, but only if they are run ethically, communicate openly with local residents, and work to build trust within their communities
Balancing Health and Profits: Ethics in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Full text linkThe opioid crisis has had devastating effects across the United States, with the Appalachian region particularly impacted (Harvard School of Public Health, 2023). This paper explores the ethical dilemmas faced by pharmaceutical companies, weighing the pursuit of profit against their moral responsibility to prioritize public health. Through a case study of Cristin, a former opioid user turned healthcare professional, the paper illustrates the real-life consequences of unethical pharmaceutical practices. Utilizing ethical frameworks such as utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics, the paper critiques pharmaceutical industry practices related to drug pricing, safety regulations, and aggressive marketing (Stanwick & Stanwick, 2016). While these issues highlight the industry’s role in exacerbating the opioid epidemic, counterarguments suggest that pharmaceutical companies are also integral to medical innovation, shareholder value, and diversion control (U.S. Department of Justice, n.d.). We conclude that ethical considerations must take precedence to ensure patient well-being, and public trust and require stricter regulations, transparent marketing, and equitable drug pricing to mitigate harm and create a more ethical pharmaceutical industr
Responses to Music: A Function of Emotional State?
No full textAre sad people drawn to sad songs? Music is a human universal. One interesting paradox is that, although people yearn to be happy, they willingly consume sad music. There is even reason to believe that people are more likely to listen to sad songs when their mood is already low. Our study explores if/when people enjoy, and prefer, sad music. Also, we test the impact of happy versus sad songs as a function of (induced) emotional state. Participants read stories designed to temporarily evoke a happy or sad state. Then participants are asked what music they would like to consume. Then they are randomly assigned a track (upbeat versus downbeat). Finally, they rate their enjoyment and feelings. We predict that people will respond more favorably to music that matches their mood
Developing a Vegan and Vegetarian Ingredient Reader
No full textText analysis in images is an important subfield of computer vision and extends objects recognition to language purposes. Key to text analysis are detecting, segmenting, recognizing, and comparing text to keywords of interest. For this project, this process will be used to find non-vegetarian and non-vegan ingredients on a given food ingredient list and return an answer if a product is vegetarian, vegan, or none. First, a large dataset of varied ingredient list images was collected. With this data set, computer vision was used to find the words within the image, and then text mining was used to compare those words to a word list of ingredients. Testing has found a high accuracy with deciphering and classifying text from clean images; however, there are difficulties with pictures taken with more noise in the image. Unlike in the legally standardized nutrition labels, critical issues in this problem is a lack of standard format and style in ingredient labels, which can have a variety of fonts, different colors and contrast