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Private Clubs in Transition: Addressing Membership Challenges in a New Era
Full text linkThe club industry has experienced growing demand for memberships, particularly from younger generations since the pandemic, resulting in resurgent and dynamic changes in members’ behaviors and needs. However, limited data accessibility has hindered clubs\u27 ability to respond promptly to these membership changes. This study identified current issues and challenges in the club industry by utilizing secondary data from an industry survey and analyzing club members\u27 responses and comments on facilities, communication, and social events. Through topic modeling, three main themes were revealed: generational challenges, gender-related concerns, and social function-related issues. The findings indicate that there are diverse opinions and needs among members, particularly in communication and social event preferences, which reflect generational differences. Ongoing challenges related to gender and club facilities were also identified. This study suggests the importance of member clustering, comprehensive club management planning, and interdepartmental collaboration in order to meet diverse member needs and enhance club experiences
DePaul Digest
No full textCollege of Communication faculty Matthew Ragas and Ron Culp mentor students on gaining access to executive-level administration. News briefs on exciting developments at DePaul University’s 10 colleges and schools, from nursing students studying public health protocols in Prague to a new DePaul-hosted conference exploring AI in filmmaking. DePaul alumni volunteers share their experiences spreading the Vincentian mission nationwide
The Impact of Popularity Pressure: A Moderated Mediation Model
No full textAdolescence is a critical development stage where social pressures can significantly impact interactions and behavior. One such pressure, popularity pressure, refers to adolescents’ perceived obligation to meet social expectations related to having a popular status. Prior research by Wright (2020) highlights that perceived popularity pressure, often driven by parental and peer influence, is linked to maladaptive behaviors such as relational aggression. Despite these findings, limited research has yet to explore the effect of popularity pressure on adolescents’ internalizing symptoms such as anxiety and depression, in addition to the underlying mechanisms through which popularity pressure impacts adolescents’ mental health and behavior.
A key construct that may mediate these relationships is popularity status insecurity (PSI), a specific dimension of social status insecurity that reflects adolescents’ anxieties about maintaining or achieving popularity (Long et al., 2020). While PSI has been shown to have mediating effects on anxiety and depression (Long et al., 2020; Li et al., 2024), the specific relationships among popularity pressure, PSI, and various outcomes remain an unexamined point in research. Furthermore, this study examined how individual differences in adolescents’ popularity goals and popularity status moderated these relationships. Specifically, these moderators influenced both the direct paths between popularity pressure and outcomes, and the indirect pathways mediated by PSI.
Using a longitudinal dataset, this study revealed that popularity pressure significantly predicted higher levels of relational aggression, depression, and anxiety. PSI mediated the relationships between popularity pressure and both relational aggression and depression, but not anxiety. Additionally, moderated mediation analyses showed that the indirect effects for relational aggression and depression were strongest for adolescents with high popularity goals and high peer-nominated popularity status. For anxiety, however, although PSI did not mediate the overall relationship, the association between PSI and anxiety was significant and strongest for adolescents with high popularity goals and low popularity status. These findings highlight PSI as a meaningful mechanism through which popularity pressures contribute to negative adolescent outcomes, and demonstrate the conditional nature of these associations based on individual popularity motivations and status
Imus Longganisa: A Cultural Heritage Food In Cavite
No full textThis study assessed the cultural heritage significance of Imus Longganisa, a traditional delicacy from Cavite, Philippines. Grounded in the cultural heritage preservation framework, the research examined the aesthetic, social, and historical dimensions of Imus Longganisa as perceived by the Imuseños. Utilized a quantitative evaluative design, the study employed purposive sampling of 291 respondents from Imus City, gathering data through validated online survey questionnaires using a 4-point likert scale. Analytical methods, including descriptive statistics and ANOVA, identified significant variations in perceptions based on demographics such as age, frequency of consumption, and budget. Findings revealed that respondents appreciated the aesthetic appeal of Imus Longganisa, its role in social gatherings, and its historical importance, although there was limited awareness of its historical background. Demographic factors significantly influenced perceptions, with younger individuals demonstrating higher cultural appreciation. The study concluded that Imus Longganisa is a vital cultural symbol and a potential driver of culinary tourism in Cavite. Recommendations included promoting the dish through cultural festivals, educational initiatives, and sustainable practices to foster community pride and enhance its market appeal. These findings emphasize the importance of preserving culinary heritage while aligning with broader goals of cultural and economic development. The study contributes to the National Cultural Heritage Act and the Sustainable Development Goals, reinforcing the significance of integrating traditional food into cultural identity and tourism strategies
Are We Truly Diverse: Investigating the Diversity in Hospitality and Tourism Faculty within the United States
No full textBoth practice and research within the hospitality and tourism field have grown increasingly concerned with issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Yet while a significant and growing body of research has looked into the drivers and effects of representation in the workplace, very little has investigated the state of diversity in hospitality and tourism faculties. This is a serious oversight, as faculty diversity has been linked to a number of individual, organizational, and societal benefits. Drawing on an in-depth investigation of the racial/ethnic and gender makeup of 57 hospitality and tourism programs in the United States, our results indicate that white and male faculty are overrepresented in research and teaching roles. If academia aims to create knowledge for an increasingly diverse industry while teaching and guiding an increasingly diverse student body, there is a need to diversify the faculty. The results of this study indicate that there is much work to be done to achieve this goal
Elizabeth Ann Seton to Rev. John David, S.S., undated
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Elizabeth Ann Seton to George Weis, undated
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Rev. John F. Moranville to Elizabeth Ann Seton, October 4
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