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Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 9, Issue 2, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 9, Issue 2, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)
This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Julia Reddel, Student Spotlight on Leigh Ann Glaubius, Announcements, and Professional Development
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 9, Issue 1, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 9, Issue 1, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)
This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Elizabeth Von Nagy, Student Spotlight on Denice Hein, Announcements, and Professional Development
The Association Between Mental Health And Violence Among A Nationally Representative Sample Of College Students From The United States, Joesph A. Schwartz, Kevin M. Beaver, J. C. Barnes
The Association Between Mental Health And Violence Among A Nationally Representative Sample Of College Students From The United States, Joesph A. Schwartz, Kevin M. Beaver, J. C. Barnes
Criminology and Criminal Justice Faculty Publications
Objectives
Recent violent attacks on college campuses in the United States have sparked discussions regarding the prevalence of psychiatric disorders and the perpetration of violence among college students. While previous studies have examined the potential association between mental health problems and violent behavior, the overall pattern of findings flowing from this literature remain mixed and no previous studies have examined such associations among college students.
Methods
The current study makes use of a nationally representative sample of 3,929 college students from the National Epidemiologic Study on Alcohol and Related Conditions (NESARC) to examine the prevalence of seven violent behaviors and …
Internal Funding Newsletter, Academic Year 2014-2015, Uno Office Of Research And Creative Activity
Internal Funding Newsletter, Academic Year 2014-2015, Uno Office Of Research And Creative Activity
Internal Funding Newsletters
This newsletter features: a letter from Scott Snyder, Chief Research Officer, Office of Research and Creative Activity; 2014-2015 Internal Funding Awardees: Faculty Awards;2014-2015 Award for Distinguished Research or Creative Activity: John Crank, Criminology and Criminal Justice; 2014-2015 Internal Funding Awardees: Student Awards; Fund for Undergraduate Scholarly Experiences (FUSE) Spotlight: Olajide Cooper; Graduate Research and Creative Activity (GRACA) Mentors; University Committee on Research and Creative Activity Spotlight: Amy S. Walzer; and Internal Funding Opportunities and Summary.
Nemo News, Volume 11, Issue 3, Uno Library Science Education
Nemo News, Volume 11, Issue 3, Uno Library Science Education
NEMO Newsletter
This issue of NEMO News features: Karen Pietsch named ALA Emerging Leader; Did You Know?; Student Spotlight on Justine Carmer; Important Dates; Using Box for Cloud Storage and Backup: A Cheat Sheet; Upcoming Webinars; Presenting at ALA Midwinter by Angela Kroeger; Student Resources; Scholarships; Fall Courses; Employment Opportunities; and Contact Info.
Is Service-Learning The Answer? Preparing Teacher Candidates To Work With Ells Through Service-Learning Experiences, Sandra Rodriguez-Arroyo
Is Service-Learning The Answer? Preparing Teacher Candidates To Work With Ells Through Service-Learning Experiences, Sandra Rodriguez-Arroyo
Scholarship of Metropolitan Mission
In an effort to address the gaps in preparing teacher candidates (TCs) to work with English Language Learners (ELLs), service-learning experiences (SLE) were integrated into two courses within a teacher education program. This exploratory case study sought to explore the outcomes of teacher candidates (TCs) engaged in SLE with diverse students and families, particularly ELLs. Content analysis of students’ reflections provided insights of the impact of the SLE. Findings indicate that participating in service-learning with ELLs provides opportunities for TCs to engage in positive interactions that help to address misconceptions about students, families, and communities. TCs also began to confront …
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 8, Issue 4, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 8, Issue 4, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)
This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Lindsay Stier, Student Spotlight on JK Purtzer, Announcements and Professional Development.
Sustaining A Successful Community Partnership: A Ten Year Retrospective Of Quality Practices And Sustainability Applied To Service-Learning At The Douglas County Department Of Corrections, Donna Dufner, Judith Monarrez Diaz-Kelsey
Sustaining A Successful Community Partnership: A Ten Year Retrospective Of Quality Practices And Sustainability Applied To Service-Learning At The Douglas County Department Of Corrections, Donna Dufner, Judith Monarrez Diaz-Kelsey
Presentations
- One of the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s three stated strategic goals is to be “…recognized for its outstanding engagement with the urban, regional, national, and global communities.”
- Starting in fall 2004 the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s (UNO) implemented a service-learning course that takes college students into the Douglas County Department of Corrections (DCDC) to teach basic computer skills to inmates. To date over 200 undergraduates and 600 inmates have completed the course.
- Quality practices (NYLC 2008) such as progress monitoring, duration and intensity, participant voice, partnerships, meaningful service, link to the curriculum, reflection, diversity, planning, and impact used …
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 8, Issue 3, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 8, Issue 3, Uno Library Science Education
Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)
This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Shari Spiehs-Hudson, Student Spotlight on Tina LaMontagne, Announcements and Professional Development.
Community And University Building Partner Work-Study Program, Barbara A. Pickering, Robyn Long, Lucy Garza Westbrook, Jermaine Jones
Community And University Building Partner Work-Study Program, Barbara A. Pickering, Robyn Long, Lucy Garza Westbrook, Jermaine Jones
Presentations
1. The UNO Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center 2. Community Partners: Avenue Scholars Foundation and Metropolitan Community College 3. Placement Organization: Service Learning Academy 4. Evaluation Model: Institutional Commitment to Service (Holland, 1997)
Community Engagement At Uno, Deborah Smith-Howell
Community Engagement At Uno, Deborah Smith-Howell
Presentations
Presented at the President's Advisory Council
Nemo News, Volume 11, Issue 2, Uno Library Science Education
Nemo News, Volume 11, Issue 2, Uno Library Science Education
NEMO Newsletter
This issue of NEMO News features Did You Know?, Student Spotlight on Lori Juhlin, Important Dates, The Know-Nothing, Upcoming Webinars, ALA Midwinter, Student Resources, Scholarships, Graduation Celebration, Employment Opportunities, and Contact Info.
The Uno Fact Book (2015-2016), University Communications
The Uno Fact Book (2015-2016), University Communications
Programs and Brochures
The UNO Fact Book: Know The O
Weitz Cec Art Viewbook, Weitz Cec
Weitz Cec Art Viewbook, Weitz Cec
Programs and Brochures
This brochure lists art purchased through the building fund or donated to the Weitz CEC. The core collection was acquired through a competitive process open to UNO faculty, staff, students, and local area artists. A committee comprised of art and design professionals and university volunteers selected works that represent both the individual artist’s interpretation of the Weitz CEC vision and the collective talent of Omaha’s vibrant visual arts community.
Uno Advantage Book, University Communications
Uno Advantage Book, University Communications
Programs and Brochures
The UNO Advantage Book, 2015-2016 features the Know the O campaign. Greeting from Chancellor John E. Christensen:
"For 107 years, UNO has served as this state’s point of access for excellence in higher education. Our equation for distinction is quite simple: hire extraordinary faculty and staff; offer a broad range of relevant and unique programs; enroll committed and passionate undergraduate and graduate students; build state-of-the-art learning, teaching and living spaces; offer the most competitively priced tuition in the region; infuse engagement, creativity, diversity and community into the culture; leverage the opportunities of a great city; and build a network of …