For this assignment, you will begin with an unbound report in Word, update the format and...

      

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For this assignment, you will begin with an unbound report in Word, update the format and content to the APA Style, and add an Executive Summary. 1. Open the Word document (unbound report) titled Sustainable Spa. Save the file as XX Sustainable Spa and replace the XX with your initials. 2. Adding a Cover Page (8 points) a. With the cursor at the top of the document, click the Insert tab, Blank Page (in the Pages group). b. Scroll to the top of the document. c. Double-click in the Header section to make it active. d. In the header (left-aligned), type "Running head: CREATING THE SUSTAINABLE e. SPA" but do not include the quotation marks. Press Tab one time. f. Click Page Number, Current Position, Plain Number to insert 1 at the right margin of the header. g. Check that the box next to Different First Page is checked. h. Change all of the header font to Times New Roman 12 and then click the Close Header and Footer button. i. With the insertion point at the top of the document, ensure that the paragraph alignment is set to center. j. Press the Enter key five times to move the insertion point. k. Type the title of the report - Creating the Sustainable Spa and then press Enter. 1. Type your first and last name. Press Enter. m. Type the name of our institution - Columbus State Community College. 3. Scroll down to page 2 of the document and click in the Header area to activate it. 4. Type CREATING THE SUSTAINABLE SPA (1 point) 5. Press the Tab key two times to move to right alignment. Click Page Number, Current Position, Plain Number to insert 2 at the right margin of the header. (2 points) 6. Close the Header. 7. For APA style, the paragraph headings should be centered and bold. Change the following paragraph headings to this style (4 points): a. Seeking LEED Certification b. Living in Harmony with Nature 8. It is now time to add sources to this research paper (15 points): a. In the second paragraph, place your insertion point after the s in the word facilities. b. Choose the Reference tab and click Insert Citation/Add New Source. Type the following and click OK. (note that Tag name automatically populates with text): 9. Footnotes are often added to the body of a report to provide clarification or details that a reader may need. Place your insertion point after DC in the third paragraph, and complete the following steps to add a footnote (5 points): a. On the References tab, click Insert Footnote in the Footnotes group. b. Your insertion point will move to the footer on the same page next to the number 1. Type the following footnote information here - LEED is the primary internationally recognized building certification system for environmental awareness. c. Change the font of the footnote to Times New Roman 10-point font. 10. Place your insertion point at the end of the report after the period in the word future. 11. You will now add a References page for the cited resources by completing the following steps (5 points): a. Choose the Insert tab and Page Break (located in the Pages group). b. Click the References tab and choose Bibliography/References c. Select the word References and change the paragraph alignment to center and the font to Times New Roman 12-point, no bold. d. Press Shift+Enter one time after the word References. e. Change the text in the sources to Times New Roman 12-point. 12. You will now create an Executive Summary for this report. Begin by reading the content of this research paper and then following these instructions (5 points): a. Place your insertion point directly to the right of the last line on the cover page (Columbus State Community College). b. Insert a next page section break by choosing Layout/Breaks/Section Breaks-Next Page. c. Type the title Executive Summary and align center. d. Press enter one time and return to left alignment. e. Double-space the text of the summary. Do not indent paragraphs. 13. Read pages 5-7 of this document to learn more about executive summaries. Page 3 of 7 14. Go to Blackboard/Our Classroom/Learning Unit 2/APA Report and Executive Summary Assignment and click to view the video titled "Tips and Advice for Creating Executive Summaries." 15. Include each of these components in your executive summary for the Sustainable Spa report (20 points): a. Purpose of the report b. Methodology (procedures used in preparing the report) c. Findings d. Conclusion & Recommendations 16. Save your completed report XX Sustainable Spa and submit it at Blackboard/Our Classroom/Learning Unit 2/ Unit02-Report with Executive Summary link located at very bottom. Creating the Sustainable Spal Often associated with major resort hotels and other luxy establishments, spas are appealing destinations for people intent on relaxation and well-being. It is only logical, then, that spa surroundings should reflect a commitment to a larger wellness issue, the health and welfare of the environment. A great number of spas in the United States have determined that maintaining an emphasis on the environment is good for business. Such an emphasis comes at a cost, however. It is certainly not cheap to rework a spa so that it has as little impact on the environment as possible. In fact, it requires a considerable financial investment, but one that is a solid gesture of environmental commitment from owners and builders. "Reducing our impact on the earth is always our first priority when we design a new spa location" explains Annette Tyler, founder and CEO of Portland's Platinum LEED-rated La Creel Natural Spa. "With the opening of our latest spa and nail bar in Marino, it is very important to us that we continue our commitment, but at a higher level, as we seek higher LEED specifications than any of our current facilities." Such commitment by leading spa owners is indicative of the increased emphasis on green facilities nationwide. Being environmentally responsible is more than a buzzword with such establishments; it is a way of life in an industry that values awareness of its surroundings. Seeking LEED Certification LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a mark of excellence for over 900 hotels and resorts. It is the accepted standard for determining a building's sustainability. Achieving LEED certification is proof that an establishment is genuinely green. The LEED rating system is developed and managed by the U.S. Green Building Council, based in Washington, DC. It promotes building design and construction procedures that improve the health of people in and around the buildings. The building should also decrease negative effects on the environment as a result of its operation A spa can achieve LEED certification at four levels-Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Ratings are based on how well the building is designed in terms of water efficiency. energy and atmosphere, sustainable sites, materials and resources, and the quality of the indoor environment. In his book on greening trends in the spa industry, Steven Clairday, states that at least 50 percent less could have been spent on building new environmentally-aware hotels and spas during the past five years if they had been built instead with what are considered conventional building practices. However, the owners felt that it was more important to give back part of what had been taken, to preserve and protect a site for future generations, and to conserve a site's beauty and integrity. Living in Harmony with Nature We are all part of one world and we must conserve everything we can for the future. Strain believes that our well-being is directly connected to the health of the planet. She writes, "What good is it to spend several hours in a beautiful and relaxing spa environment, and then go back into an unhealthy world?" Experts agree that mind, health, body, and the environment are unalterably intertwined The blend of energy efficiency and elegance found at Lake Sumatra Spa in Austin, Texas is evident in the native landscaping, water reduction program (water saving aerators, showerheads, and toilet flow diverters), sustainable materials usage, clean air standards, recycling programs, and free parking for guests arriving in alternative fuel vehicles. The Green Spa Network Journal reports that Lake Sumatra Spa sets a high benchmark for other spas seeking to participate in the green spa movement. Sarah Lucida, Vice President of Spa Development and Operations for the Green Spa Council, served on a sustainability task force for the Global Spa Association (GSPA) five years ago, emphasizing greater environmental stewardship among spas. Proposing "seed spas," Lucida suggested that spas undergo eco audits, enabling the identification and sharing of best practices in the industry. She suggests that spas lead the charge for major resorts to recognize their impact not only on the environment in which they are situated, but also on guests who share in and become educated by a hotel's response to its environment Detoxifying the personal care industry is of special concem to Mark Whittaker, chair of the National Personal Product Safety Board. He works closely with the Global Spa Network to enable spa professionals to select chemically clean and ethically produced skin and personal care products. Whittaker, who gave a presentation at the recent Global Spa Network Initiative, spoke about the lack of transparency, traceability, and accountability in standards for skin/personal care products in the United States. He suggested an assessment tool for determining the level of accountability expected of a green spa Green spas are naturally healthy and relaxing. By putting aside the stressors of modem life, including toxins and waste, an ecologically-aware spa is able to balance nature with relaxation. A spa that is attuned to the rhythms of nature as well as the human body can encourage harmony so that patrons feel healthier, stronger, and more attractive. Finally, a sustainable spa is good business. Although initial costs may be high, the benefits are usually great with respect to reputation and enhanced business. In fact, spas usually begin to pay for themselves within two years, due to increased energy efficiency. The future of our planet is not something to be brushed aside. Responsible spa owners encourage the optimal wellness of patrons as well as the environment as they look ahead to meet the needs of the future. For this assignment, you will begin with an unbound report in Word, update the format and content to the APA Style, and add an Executive Summary. 1. Open the Word document (unbound report) titled Sustainable Spa. Save the file as XX Sustainable Spa and replace the XX with your initials. 2. Adding a Cover Page (8 points) a. With the cursor at the top of the document, click the Insert tab, Blank Page (in the Pages group). b. Scroll to the top of the document. c. Double-click in the Header section to make it active. d. In the header (left-aligned), type "Running head: CREATING THE SUSTAINABLE e. SPA" but do not include the quotation marks. Press Tab one time. f. Click Page Number, Current Position, Plain Number to insert 1 at the right margin of the header. g. Check that the box next to Different First Page is checked. h. Change all of the header font to Times New Roman 12 and then click the Close Header and Footer button. i. With the insertion point at the top of the document, ensure that the paragraph alignment is set to center. j. Press the Enter key five times to move the insertion point. k. Type the title of the report - Creating the Sustainable Spa and then press Enter. 1. Type your first and last name. Press Enter. m. Type the name of our institution - Columbus State Community College. 3. Scroll down to page 2 of the document and click in the Header area to activate it. 4. Type CREATING THE SUSTAINABLE SPA (1 point) 5. Press the Tab key two times to move to right alignment. Click Page Number, Current Position, Plain Number to insert 2 at the right margin of the header. (2 points) 6. Close the Header. 7. For APA style, the paragraph headings should be centered and bold. Change the following paragraph headings to this style (4 points): a. Seeking LEED Certification b. Living in Harmony with Nature 8. It is now time to add sources to this research paper (15 points): a. In the second paragraph, place your insertion point after the s in the word facilities. b. Choose the Reference tab and click Insert Citation/Add New Source. Type the following and click OK. (note that Tag name automatically populates with text): 9. Footnotes are often added to the body of a report to provide clarification or details that a reader may need. Place your insertion point after DC in the third paragraph, and complete the following steps to add a footnote (5 points): a. On the References tab, click Insert Footnote in the Footnotes group. b. Your insertion point will move to the footer on the same page next to the number 1. Type the following footnote information here - LEED is the primary internationally recognized building certification system for environmental awareness. c. Change the font of the footnote to Times New Roman 10-point font. 10. Place your insertion point at the end of the report after the period in the word future. 11. You will now add a References page for the cited resources by completing the following steps (5 points): a. Choose the Insert tab and Page Break (located in the Pages group). b. Click the References tab and choose Bibliography/References c. Select the word References and change the paragraph alignment to center and the font to Times New Roman 12-point, no bold. d. Press Shift+Enter one time after the word References. e. Change the text in the sources to Times New Roman 12-point. 12. You will now create an Executive Summary for this report. Begin by reading the content of this research paper and then following these instructions (5 points): a. Place your insertion point directly to the right of the last line on the cover page (Columbus State Community College). b. Insert a next page section break by choosing Layout/Breaks/Section Breaks-Next Page. c. Type the title Executive Summary and align center. d. Press enter one time and return to left alignment. e. Double-space the text of the summary. Do not indent paragraphs. 13. Read pages 5-7 of this document to learn more about executive summaries. Page 3 of 7 14. Go to Blackboard/Our Classroom/Learning Unit 2/APA Report and Executive Summary Assignment and click to view the video titled "Tips and Advice for Creating Executive Summaries." 15. Include each of these components in your executive summary for the Sustainable Spa report (20 points): a. Purpose of the report b. Methodology (procedures used in preparing the report) c. Findings d. Conclusion & Recommendations 16. Save your completed report XX Sustainable Spa and submit it at Blackboard/Our Classroom/Learning Unit 2/ Unit02-Report with Executive Summary link located at very bottom. Creating the Sustainable Spal Often associated with major resort hotels and other luxy establishments, spas are appealing destinations for people intent on relaxation and well-being. It is only logical, then, that spa surroundings should reflect a commitment to a larger wellness issue, the health and welfare of the environment. A great number of spas in the United States have determined that maintaining an emphasis on the environment is good for business. Such an emphasis comes at a cost, however. It is certainly not cheap to rework a spa so that it has as little impact on the environment as possible. In fact, it requires a considerable financial investment, but one that is a solid gesture of environmental commitment from owners and builders. "Reducing our impact on the earth is always our first priority when we design a new spa location" explains Annette Tyler, founder and CEO of Portland's Platinum LEED-rated La Creel Natural Spa. "With the opening of our latest spa and nail bar in Marino, it is very important to us that we continue our commitment, but at a higher level, as we seek higher LEED specifications than any of our current facilities." Such commitment by leading spa owners is indicative of the increased emphasis on green facilities nationwide. Being environmentally responsible is more than a buzzword with such establishments; it is a way of life in an industry that values awareness of its surroundings. Seeking LEED Certification LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a mark of excellence for over 900 hotels and resorts. It is the accepted standard for determining a building's sustainability. Achieving LEED certification is proof that an establishment is genuinely green. The LEED rating system is developed and managed by the U.S. Green Building Council, based in Washington, DC. It promotes building design and construction procedures that improve the health of people in and around the buildings. The building should also decrease negative effects on the environment as a result of its operation A spa can achieve LEED certification at four levels-Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Ratings are based on how well the building is designed in terms of water efficiency. energy and atmosphere, sustainable sites, materials and resources, and the quality of the indoor environment. In his book on greening trends in the spa industry, Steven Clairday, states that at least 50 percent less could have been spent on building new environmentally-aware hotels and spas during the past five years if they had been built instead with what are considered conventional building practices. However, the owners felt that it was more important to give back part of what had been taken, to preserve and protect a site for future generations, and to conserve a site's beauty and integrity. Living in Harmony with Nature We are all part of one world and we must conserve everything we can for the future. Strain believes that our well-being is directly connected to the health of the planet. She writes, "What good is it to spend several hours in a beautiful and relaxing spa environment, and then go back into an unhealthy world?" Experts agree that mind, health, body, and the environment are unalterably intertwined The blend of energy efficiency and elegance found at Lake Sumatra Spa in Austin, Texas is evident in the native landscaping, water reduction program (water saving aerators, showerheads, and toilet flow diverters), sustainable materials usage, clean air standards, recycling programs, and free parking for guests arriving in alternative fuel vehicles. The Green Spa Network Journal reports that Lake Sumatra Spa sets a high benchmark for other spas seeking to participate in the green spa movement. Sarah Lucida, Vice President of Spa Development and Operations for the Green Spa Council, served on a sustainability task force for the Global Spa Association (GSPA) five years ago, emphasizing greater environmental stewardship among spas. Proposing "seed spas," Lucida suggested that spas undergo eco audits, enabling the identification and sharing of best practices in the industry. She suggests that spas lead the charge for major resorts to recognize their impact not only on the environment in which they are situated, but also on guests who share in and become educated by a hotel's response to its environment Detoxifying the personal care industry is of special concem to Mark Whittaker, chair of the National Personal Product Safety Board. He works closely with the Global Spa Network to enable spa professionals to select chemically clean and ethically produced skin and personal care products. Whittaker, who gave a presentation at the recent Global Spa Network Initiative, spoke about the lack of transparency, traceability, and accountability in standards for skin/personal care products in the United States. He suggested an assessment tool for determining the level of accountability expected of a green spa Green spas are naturally healthy and relaxing. By putting aside the stressors of modem life, including toxins and waste, an ecologically-aware spa is able to balance nature with relaxation. A spa that is attuned to the rhythms of nature as well as the human body can encourage harmony so that patrons feel healthier, stronger, and more attractive. Finally, a sustainable spa is good business. Although initial costs may be high, the benefits are usually great with respect to reputation and enhanced business. In fact, spas usually begin to pay for themselves within two years, due to increased energy efficiency. The future of our planet is not something to be brushed aside. Responsible spa owners encourage the optimal wellness of patrons as well as the environment as they look ahead to meet the needs of the future.