- Volume 10, Number 4 (2023)
EVOLUTIONARY PERSPECTIVES: MAPPING THE SCOPE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF BIOLOGICAL EXPLANATIONS
Benjamin Charles
This paper explores the limits of evolutionary explanations (EEs) in explaining human behavior. It begins by discussing the philosophical debate between Daniel Dennett and Stephen Jay Gould on the scope of EEs. Dennett argues that EEs are universal and can explain all aspects of the natural world, while Gould argues that there are limits to EEs, particularly in the realm of human behavior. The paper then considers three case studies that illustrate potential constraints on EEs: the evolution of morality, the evolution of religion, and the evolution of art. The paper concludes that there are indeed limits to EEs, but...
THE INTERNSHIP BLUEPRINT: EXPLORING THE CRITICAL COMPONENTS OF SPORT MANAGEMENT LEARNING JOURNEYS
Samuel Michael Thompson
Sport management programs in the United States have grown in popularity and recognition in recent decades. However, in today's competitive sport industry, students need more than just classroom theory to succeed. Internships provide students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting, giving them a valuable advantage in the job market
SCHOLARLY TOUCHDOWNS: A VISUAL EXPLORATION OF SPORT MANAGEMENT FACULTY IMPACT IN NORTH AMERICA
Grace Roberts
The field of sport management has seen tremendous growth over the past four decades. However, it is still considered a young discipline compared to business schools. This paper reviews the discussions of past Dr. Earle F. Zeigler Award winners on the credibility, status, legitimacy, and identity of the sport management field. The paper also discusses the concerns of past award winners and their recommendations for the future of the field
TURNING A NEW LEAF: REDUCING INAPPROPRIATE ANTIBIOTIC PRESCRIBING THROUGH PATIENT-CENTRIC EDUCATION FOR UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS
Samantha Marie Reynolds
Antibiotics are often prescribed for upper respiratory infections (URIs) in the United States, despite the fact that most URIs are caused by viruses and do not require antibiotics. This inappropriate prescribing contributes to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which can lead to more serious infections and even death. Antibiotics can also cause side effects, such as nausea, diarrhea, and rash. The unnecessary use of antibiotics also increases healthcare costs.