Each month, Capital University takes immense pride in showcasing the remarkable accomplishments of our faculty, staff, and students. These achievements, ranging from groundbreaking research and innovative projects to significant contributions in various fields, reflect the vibrant intellectual community and commitment to excellence that define our institution. Join us in applauding these milestones and the individuals who are not only advancing their respective disciplines but also shaping the future of our university and community.
Congratulations to Dr. John Stadler (mathematics) who received the Ohio Section of the MAA Award for Distinguished College or University Teaching of Mathematics. The award criteria include being widely recognized as an extraordinarily successful teacher, having documented teaching effectiveness, having an influence in teaching beyond their own institution, and fostering curiosity and generating excitement about mathematics in their students – all attributes that Stadler embodies. Very well deserved.
Congratulations to Dr. Gail Zugger (music) who presented The Clarinet's Development and Thomas Zugger's "Alaskan Images for Solo Clarinet" at the McConnell Arts Complex Lifelong Learning Institute in Worthington, OH. Gail Zugger said: “It was gratifying to share music with the community, including parents of Capital alums and a seventh-grade clarinet student whose parents signed them out of school to attend the mid-day event.” Excellent work.
Applause for Dr. Nate Whelan Jackson (philosophy) who published Experiencing Assistive Technology: A Pragmatist Inflection for Occupational Therapy in The Pluralist. This work uses John Dewey's philosophy of education alongside phenomenology of disability and experiences with prosthetics to consider and articulate how relating to a medical device in a range of ways might be a goal informing occupational therapy. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Dr. Saurav Roychoudhury (finance and economics) who co-authored the chapter Review of Implementation of ESG Norms in India that was published in Responsible Corporate Leadership Towards Attainment of Sustainable Development Goals, part of Springer Nature’s Responsible Leadership and Corporate Management series. The chapter explores the development and implementation of Economic, Social, and Governance (ESG) norms in India, highlighting the collaboration between academia and industry amid reduced public funding for higher education and the shift toward a knowledge economy. This convergence encourages both sectors to enhance sustainability for their stakeholders. It examines how academic literature frames corporate environmental, social, and governance responsibilities, which then influence public policy, legislative action, and industry practices. The chapter concludes that while theorization is shaped by welfare economics, implementation is still in its early stages.
Kudos to Dr. Saurav Roychoudhury (finance and economics), Dr. Lynn Dailey (business), and Dr. Larry Hunter (Institutional Research Office) who authored an internal report, Economic Impact Study of the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority in Franklin County, Columbus MSA and the State of Ohio (2024) that was cited in Columbus Business First. The work was a collaborative effort between the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and a team led by Roychoudhury and highlights the significant economic impact of the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) on the local economy. The analysis reveals that CMHA’s activities contribute approximately $180 million annually, supporting over 1,600 jobs and generating nearly $30 million in tax revenues. This impact extends beyond direct employment, influencing various sectors and enhancing the overall economic vitality of the region. The findings underscore the critical role of affordable housing in fostering economic growth and community development. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Dr. Anjel Stough-Hunter (sociology and criminology) whose co-authored manuscript, Cross-sectional Survey of Rural and Non-rural Veterinarians Indicates Similarities in Intent to Stay or Leave Practice and Differences in Community Attachment and Satisfaction was accepted for publication in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Stough-Hunter said that “It was a pleasure to be the social scientist partnering with veterinarians to better understand issues of recruitment and retention within the veterinarian workforce. I love seeing sociology applied to professions.” According to the JAVMA website, "The JAVMA has the highest circulation of any veterinary medical journal in the world and ranks among the most frequently cited veterinary medical journals." Great work!
Kudos to Dr. Lynn Segovia (nursing) and Dr. Maria Satre (nursing) who, along with Dr. Tian Luo from the Darden College of Education at Old Dominion University, presented their work, Nursing Faculty Perceptions of Immersive Virtual Reality Simulation, at the Association of Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) International Convention. Their interdisciplinary phenomenology study researched nursing faculty perceptions of immersive virtual reality simulation in undergraduate nursing programs. During the conference, they also coordinated with the Education in Health Professions (EDHP) special interest group in AECT to present a technology showcase on simulation-based learning, instructional design, and future simulation trends. Dr. Okan Aslan, EDHP chair, sends his sincere gratitude to the Capital University School of Nursing for sharing some examples of simulation and laboratory equipment that made this showcase a great success. During the event, both Capital University faculty received several requests from researchers from other universities to explore partnerships for future experiential learning research on simulation-based education. Nicely done!