Hazardous Materials

Hydrogen is being used in some areas of the United States, such as in California, as an alternative motor fuel for automobiles. What are the concerns regarding hydrogen that are currently limiting its widespread use throughout the world?

Discuss your thoughts from a

1) socioeconomic,

2) chemical reactions, and

3) safety perspective.

Be specific in your statements.

Earth Science

It is predicted that clean water will one day be more valuable than oil. Do you think this is plausible? Why or why not? Summarize some of the threats to clean water. Contrast this to your local water source. Do you know the source of your drinking water (local river, aquifer, or reservoir?). What are possible contaminates where you live?

In your response to another student, compare the water challenges in your area with the ones discussed by another student in his/her post.

Does your area suffer from droughts? Floods? Contamination? You might also share an experience where you have had limited water resource and explain what that was like.

Staffing Organizations

Who makes the final hiring decision? What legal issues should be considered? Should a candidate's perception of fairness be considered?

Intercultural Management

Discuss how expatriates experience reverse culture shock in the repatriation process. What can companies do to help expatriates continue to be part of their home communities? If you were going through the repatriation process, what would you want the company to do for you and your family?