We examined automatic spatial alignment effects evoked by handled objects. Using color as the relevant cue carried by an irrelevant handled object aligned or misaligned with the response hand, responses to color were faster when the handle aligned with the response hand. Alignment effects were observed only when the task was to make a reach and…

Several years ago, the author taught a course called First-Year experience. A student named Sean mentioned that he played "water pong." Sean, a high-achieving student who was also a member of the lacrosse team, explained that water pong was a game with the rules of beer pong, using water rather than beer. Sean volunteered an explanation of his…

Discusses how a competitive environment has given rise to a paradigmatic transformation in how corporations organize and manage people. Discusses the following topics: (1) the field of organization development; (2) how corporations transform their culture; (3) the role of effective change leaders; and (4) the role of the consultant. (JS)