Food Delivery Robots on College Campuses: Understanding Consumer Perceptions and Value Dimensions

The integration of autonomous delivery robots in the foodservice industry offers a promising innovation for enhancing delivery efficiency. College campuses, with their controlled environments and predictable layouts, serve as optimal testing grounds for these robots. This study examines the multifaceted values influencing the adoption and perception of food delivery robots on college campuses, providing insights for industry stakeholders. Findings indicate that functional and emotional values play the most significant role in shaping consumer perceptions, followed by price, novelty, and social values. However, preferences vary based on gender and role (students and faculty/staff), highlighting the need for targeted marketing strategies. These insights offer valuable guidance for optimizing the implementation and acceptance of autonomous delivery robots in campus settings

John Timon, the Vincentian: Filling out the Biography of the Founding Bishop of Buffalo

John Rybolt traces the biographical information we have about John Timon and talks about the bishop\u27s career and his lifelong devotion to the Vincentians, even when he was painfully separated from the Congregation because he was forced to join the episcopacy against his will. At the time, the Congregation\u27s Rules stated that Vincentians could not stay within the community if they accepted church office, especially not without receiving the approval of the superior general. But Timon\u27s appointment could hardly have been refused, since it came directly from the pope

Hospitality Operators and Cannabis Tourism in the South: Insights on Policy & Regulations

Cannabis tourism offers new opportunities for U.S. hospitality, although regional adoption is limited and complex due to diverse legal frameworks. Through qualitative document analysis (QDA) of regulatory frameworks in 14 Southern U.S. states, this study compares policies on consumption, sales, and employment in states with limited or emerging cannabis programs. Findings reveal that hospitality operators can enhance guest experiences by creating private, wellness-focused cannabis environments and advocating for gradual policy adjustments. However, compliance with strict consumption, licensing, and workplace rules is essential to mitigate legal risks. This study highlights the South\u27s cannabis tourism potential within politically conservative markets, suggesting that cannabis tourism can be a viable niche with a focus on private experiences, safety, and education. The implications developed from this study provide hospitality operators with insights for developing compliant, guest-friendly cannabis services

Race/Ethnicity, Living Arrangements, and Access to Healthcare Among Older Adults with Alzheimer’s Disease in the United States: Multiple Systematic Reviews in Relation to Health Outcomes

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative condition primarily affecting older adults. It is a growing public health crisis that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. The number of adults aged 65 and older is projected to reach 98.2 million by 2060, leading to a continued rise in the prevalence of AD. Understanding the socioeconomic factors that influence health outcomes in patients with Alzheimer\u27s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) is essential in addressing the disparities within patient care and quality of life. This systematic review examined three socioeconomic factors - race/ethnicity, living arrangements, and access to healthcare - and their related health outcomes amongst older adults with ADRD in the United States. The systematic review identified studies that investigated the three aforementioned socioeconomic factors and health outcomes in older adults with ADRD. Our goal is not to categorize specific health outcomes within or across each selected socioeconomic factor. Instead, the focus is on the broader physical, economic, emotional, and psychological impacts of individuals facing barriers in race/ethnicity, living arrangements, and healthcare access. This includes health outcomes such as mortality, preventable hospital visits, schizophrenia diagnoses, and psychological distress. Findings indicate that socioeconomic factors play a role in influencing health outcomes among individuals with ADRD. These factors were selected as they encompass a broad range of challenges that individuals with ADRD may encounter. Currently, there is limited research on a standardized health outcome measure for patients with ADRD, such as activities of daily living (ADLs), which could serve as a baseline for comparison. As a result, health outcomes in this research vary across the three socioeconomic factors. However, despite this variability, it remains crucial to recognize how each health outcome impacts individuals with ADRD. Furthermore, each socioeconomic factor—living arrangements, access to healthcare, and race/ethnicity—encompasses various subcategories. For instance, access to healthcare can be assessed in multiple ways, including geographic landscape and insurance coverage. These subcategories may influence different health outcomes, such as the frequency of primary care visits, cognitive disease diagnoses, or access to specialized care, depending on the scope of the study. Ultimately, this review highlights the critical yet relatively underexplored influence of socioeconomic factors on the health outcomes of ADRD patients. It also emphasizes the need for a more standardized framework for comparing health outcomes, particularly given that individuals often fall into multiple socioeconomic categories