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Vigilantes seeking justice can also spell trouble for workplaces, study finds

Vigilantes seeking justice can also spell trouble for workplaces, study finds

Vigilantes are known for fighting perceived wrongs by taking matters into their own hands. But what effect do they have on workplaces? A new study from UBC Sauder shows that vigilante behaviour can pose challenges for organizations because it is increasingly coming from outside as well as within the workplace. 

Jun 15, 2022

Commentary: Some only donate if deeds are publicly recognised

Channel News Asia published an article by Karen Winterich of Pennsylvania State University, who teamed up with researchers from Rice University and Karl Aquino, a professor at UBC’s Sauder School […]

Dec 21, 2018

Not everyone wants their donations touted on Facebook or plastered on walls

An op-ed in the Irish Examiner discussed a study on moral identity by Karen Winterich of Pennsylvania State University, Vikas Mittal at Rice University and Karl Aquino at UBC’s Sauder […]

Nov 30, 2018

Not everyone wants their donations touted on Facebook or plastered on walls

A San Francisco Chronicle op-ed discussed research on moral identity by Karen Winterich of Pennsylvania State University, Vikas Mittal at Rice University and Karl Aquino at UBC’s Sauder School of Business. […]

Nov 22, 2018

Attractive restaurant servers can influence what we think of meals

An op-ed in The Conversation mentioned a study involving JoAndrea Hoegg and Karl Aquino, two researchers from the UBC Sauder School of Business. The study suggested that a restaurant server’s […]

Nov 8, 2018

Why everyone loses at the workplace blame game

Why everyone loses at the workplace blame game

A new UBC Sauder School of Business study finds the demoralizing effects of what researchers call “swift blame” not only hurts employees, but also the bottom line.

Jun 26, 2017

The office can be a safe haven for women facing domestic abuse

The office can be a safe haven for women facing domestic abuse

Domestic abuse can be a barrier to career success for women, according to a new study from the UBC Sauder School of Business.

Jun 15, 2016

Race and gender of scientists affect perception of credibility

Race and gender of scientists affect perception of credibility

Ideology is a key factor in determining how people assess the credibility of scientific researchers, according to a new UBC Sauder School of Business study.

Feb 25, 2016

Congress approval rating tanking over poor choice of words

Congress approval rating tanking over poor choice of words

U.S. Congress approval ratings are at record lows. Now a new study suggests that this may be partly due to a decline in the use of warm, agreeable language in the House.

May 11, 2015

Catfight? Workplace conflicts between women get bad rap

A new UBC study suggests troubling perceptions exist when it comes to women involved in disputes at work.

Feb 25, 2013

UBC research: Forget about fair – it’s better when bosses pick favourites

A new study from the University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business shows that bosses should pick favourites if they want top performing teams.

Jan 21, 2013