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Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting December 19, 1997, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Remarks by the Chair
• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes of the October 31, 1997 Regular Meeting
• Remarks by the President
• Change of December 1998 Meeting Date
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Chemical)
• Master of Science Degree in Manufacturing Engineering
• Gift Report
• Personnel Report
• Architect Selection
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public Comments
• Executive Session
• Lease of Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital Property
• Adjournment

Meeting Minutes, Wku Staff Council

Staff Council

Minutes of the December 17, 1997 meeting.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding departmental reports, affirmative action, student fees, reorganization, president installation, reimbursement, community college, administrator evaluations, stipends, Kentucky EPSCoR research enhancement grant, cost sharing, tuition waivers and student assistance.

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

WKU Archives Records

Commencement program listing graduates.

Ua1b3/6 Meeting Minutes, Wku Parking & Traffic Committee

WKU Archives Records

WKU Parking & Traffic Committee meeting minutes and attachments.

The Minutes Of The Marshall University Faculty Senate Meeting, December 11, 1997, Marshall University Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Louisiana State University Medical Center- 1997- Fall Commencement, Office Of The Registrar

Graduation Programs

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 73, No. 28, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Stamper, John. Gary Ransdell Shuffles Top Jobs
• Olmsted, Miki. On a Cold Winter’s Night – Red Shield Lodge, Homeless
• Back, Shannon. University Receives Negative Critique – Institutional Review
• Back, Shannon. Gary Ransdell, Consultant Had Prior Discussions – James Fisher
• Moore, Leigh. Applied Physics Institute Project to Help Keep Air Clean – Coal
• Stamper, John. Five Programs Remain on List – Programs of Distinction
• Deck the Hill with Christmas Gifts
• Harlow, Paige. Editorial Cartoon Christmas Gifts
• Hensley, Fred. Editorial Misrepresents WKU Foundation
• People Poll: What Do You Want for Christmas? …

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Meeting regarding tenure procedures, elections, faculty evaluations and post tenure review.

December Agenda, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

December meeting agenda with notes.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 73, No. 27, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Stamper, John. Western Narrowing Field of Top Programs – Programs of Distinction
• Back, Shannon. Adult Day Care Center Seeking Private Partner
• Lynn, Kelley. Wish Lists: Gifts They Never Got – Christmas Presents
• Father to Face Murder Charge – Richard Figgs, Evan Figgs
• Beauties Prepare for Pageant – Black & Gold Beauty Pageant, Alpha Phi Alpha
• Phonathon Exceeds Goal – Institutional Advancement
• Back, Shannon. Ruling Called Censorship – College Heights Herald, Freedom of the Press
• Mains, Brian. Dorm Fire Leaves Students Sleepless – Poland Hall
• Back, Shannon. Regents to Hear …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding academic program review.

Perceptions Of Tenured Faculty Members About The Post-Tenure Review Process In Tennessee Community Colleges, Stephen W. Wright

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study is to determine if differences exist between tenured faculty members perceptions about what actually occurs during the post-tenure review process and what they believe should occur in the twelve community colleges in the Tennessee Board of Regents System. This study presents the status of higher education tenure from a historical and legal basis nationally and in Tennessee. The study also presents various models of faculty evaluation and post-tenure review practices in higher education nationwide, as well as in Tennessee. The data in this study are analyzed through descriptive statistics and presented the demographic data including …

University Reporter - Vol. 02, No. 04 - December 1997 - Calendar, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

University Reporter - Vol. 02, No. 04 - December 1997, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

Ideal And Actual Mentor Teacher Characteristics As Perceived By Second-Year And Non-Returning First-Year Public School North Carolina Teachers, Barbara D. Tipton

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The researcher examined non-returning first-year teachers and second year teachers who taught during the 1994-95 school year. The research design included five research questions with six null hypotheses testing for differences among second year teachers' perceptions and non-returning teachers' perceptions of their mentor teachers. After calculating ratings on desired and demonstrated scales by 464 subjects, criteria were ranked on mentor characteristics on 12 tasks. The extent to which each task was demonstrated during their first year's teaching experience was also calculated. Participants indicated that the ideal mentor would advocate for the novice and would demonstrate a sensitive approach in assisting. …

Faculty Salary Survey, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Report includes:

• All Ranked Personnel by High to Low Salary within Rank
• All Ranked Personnel by Salary within Rank within Department

Implications Of Extended College Algebra On Western Kentucky University Students, Julie Anne Baker

Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects

College algebra has the highest enrollment of any mathematics course at Western Kentucky University. In an effort to increase the success rate in this course, Western Kentucky University added an extended version of college algebra to the curriculum in the fall of 1997. The extended version incorporates two days of supervised study per week in addition to traditional lectures. This study investigates the success of the extended college algebra course on achievement rates of Western Kentucky University students.

A Measurement Of Total Quality Management In Selected North Carolina Community Colleges, Gene C. Couch

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Many of the colleges in the North Carolina Community College System have embarked on a "quality" journey to continuously improve the educational programs and services that they provide to their communities. The primary focus of this study was to determine the level of Total Quality Management (TQM) principles implemented in selected North Carolina community colleges and to determine if there was a difference in the perception of its implementation between administrators and faculty. Additionally, this study examined the influence of the following variables on the implementation of TQM in selected North Carolina community colleges: personal factors (age, gender, ethnicity, and …

Pod Network News, December 1997

POD Network News

POD Conference Communiqués

Diversity Dimensions

Bright Ideas

To Improve the Academy

Second Call: Invitation to POD Retirees for Membership Emeritus/Emerita

WWW Sites of Interest

Conferences and Workshops

New Books

Salute!

Submissions

Call for Manuscripts for the 1998 Edition of To Improve the Academy

Manuscript Cover Sheet 1998 To Improve the Academy

Application for POD Retired Membership Status: Member Emeritus/a

Secondary Mathematics Teaching: Should It Be All Chalk And Talk?, Anjum Halai

Institute for Educational Development, Karachi

No abstract provided.

Block Scheduling: From Possibility To Reality?, Frederic M. Muse

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study examines teacher practices and student learning as perceived by teachers within public high schools that have implemented block scheduling. Comparisons are made between the possibilities advanced by block scheduling advocates and the actual results as interpreted from the data gathered. Comparisons are made between teaching and learning with the traditional schedule and the manner in which it takes place with block scheduling. Open-ended questionnaires were developed for use with voluntary participants who had worked with traditional scheduling and now taught with some form of block scheduling. Participants recorded observations based solely upon personal perceptions of experiences with students …

A Survey Of Factors Affecting Computer Implementation In Rural Northeast Tennessee K-12 Public Schools, Carl S. Rapp

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to examine the variables that are apparently affecting the incorporation of computer technology in Northeast Tennessee rural K-12 public schools. Therefore, the present study investigated the relationship between the independent variables--gender, age, and prior experience, and the dependent variables--knowledge about, attitude toward, and use of computer technology among Northeast Tennessee teachers and principals. This study utilized a survey methodology seeking responses from teachers and administrators in Sullivan, Hawkins, Johnson, Washington, Carter, and Unicoi counties. The findings were based on the return of 208 completed surveys which represented a 52% return rate. Based on the …

Ua25/2 Connections, Wku Human Resources

WKU Archives Records

Newsletter created by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff of WKU regarding personnel issues and benefits.

Ua11/1 On Campus. Vol. 7, No. 9, Wku University Relations

WKU Archives Records

On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. Regular features are:

• College News
• Sponsored Programs
• Hot off the Press
• Personnel File
• Coming Up - Calendar of Events

This issue includes articles:

• Governor Paul Patton Will Address Fall Commencement
• On the Road with President Gary Ransdell
• Five Named to Alumni Association Board
• Students Raise $470,000 During Annual Fund Phonathon
• BellSouth Grant Makes Education Connection
• Hughey, Aaron. The Myth of Internet Addiction

A Mutual Charge To The Welfare Committee That Jean-Paul Chairs And To The Service Committee That Jerry Wilson Chairs To Look Into How Service Is Valued And Evaluated Around Or Across The Campus, Georgia Southern University, Senate Executive Committee

Faculty Senate Index

No abstract provided.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding departmental reports, awards, stipends, community college, administrator evaluations, programs of distinction, tuition waivers and UC101.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 73, No. 26, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Mayo, Travis. Western to Face Eastern in Playoff Bout – Football
• Back, Shannon. Paul Patton to Address Fall Graduates – Commencement
• Siria, Stephanie. Student Showcases Passion for Car Audio – Heather Henderson
• Lanter, Charlie. Nursing Grade Policy Changes After Protest
• Professor Pleads Not Guilty – Steve Boilard
• Free Football Tickets Available
• Stamper, John & Leigh Moore. Teachers Disagree About Internet Use in Classes
• Back, Shannon. Cyperstudy: Virtual Campus Planned Here – Southern Regional Education Board
• Student Government Association Should Focus on Dorm Problems – Housing & Residence Life
• Harlow, …

The Minutes Of The Marshall University Faculty Senate Meeting, November 20, 1997, Marshall University Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 73, No. 25, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Back, Shannon. Faculty Hopeful About Gary Ransdell
• Frazier, Stephan. Flashbacks – Shenanigans
• Lanter, Charlie. Student Government Association Seeks Money for Off-Campus Rent
• Harper, Molly. Incentives Lacking for Pep Band Members – Music
• No Classes Wednesday – Thanksgiving
• Adopt-A-Child Needs Volunteers
• Thanksgiving Dance Tonight – Delta Sigma Theta
• Lanter, Charlie. University Center Board Can Spend Big
• Karen, Matthias. Historian Compares U.S., Russian Education Systems – Ludmilla Zelezmeva
• Batcheldor, Matt. Post Office Adds Services
• WKU Foundation Should Open Records to Public
• Harlow, Paige. Editorial Cartoon WKU Foundation Secrecy
• People Poll: What …