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Christian Libraries For The Next Generation: Expanding Access To Evangelical Literature, Gregory A. Smith Oct 2006

Christian Libraries For The Next Generation: Expanding Access To Evangelical Literature, Gregory A. Smith

Faculty Publications and Presentations

Recent changes in the world of information present unique challenges and opportunities for the dissemination of evangelical literature. This report suggests six ways that the Association of Christian Librarians can support evangelical education and scholarship in a context that is increasingly global, Web-based, and free from the confines of the traditional college campus. Implementing a combination of these strategies could make evangelical literature much more accessible via the Web, the dominant delivery platform of our day. However, choices among available strategies must take account of competition within the marketplace.


“Three Strikes” Legislation: Utilitarian Deterrence, Paul R. Rickert Jun 2006

“Three Strikes” Legislation: Utilitarian Deterrence, Paul R. Rickert

Faculty Publications and Presentations

The author argues that current "three-strikes" legislation does not have justice as its end-goal, because it is based in utilitarian philosophy.


Slavery In The 21st Century, Paul R. Rickert Apr 2006

Slavery In The 21st Century, Paul R. Rickert

Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper briefly examines the modern practice of slavery. It attempts to demonstrate that slavery is a larger problem than most understand, does exist in the United States, and will outline some effective means to combat it.


The Effect Of Music On The Human Body And Mind, Dawn Kent Apr 2006

The Effect Of Music On The Human Body And Mind, Dawn Kent

Senior Honors Theses

Music has a vast influence over the nations and peoples on this planet. It has been used in every culture, and is often connected with anxiolytic and analgesic properties. Today it is used in many hospitals to help patients relax and help relieve or ease pain, confusion and anxiety. Music is also commonly used in counseling. Music therapy techniques may include guided listening or improvisational playing and are used within the context of many theories, and for many types of mental disorders, from depression to schizophrenia. Many of the healing qualities of music in counseling are connected to its use …


The U.S. And The International Criminal Court (Icc), Paul R. Rickert Jan 2006

The U.S. And The International Criminal Court (Icc), Paul R. Rickert

Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper is a discussion of the notable issues the U.S. points out regarding the Rome Treaty, the treaty establishing the International Criminal Court.


Combating Money Laundering, Paul R. Rickert Jan 2006

Combating Money Laundering, Paul R. Rickert

Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper discusses the modern problem of dealing with money laundering. Illicit occupations inherently create illicit incomes that must be given the appearance of legitimately earned income. The more government criminalizes activities of its citizens, the greater the need for laundering money.


Francis Lieber, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Francis Lieber, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Robert Kaplan: The Coming Anarchy Study Guide, 2001-2006, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Robert Kaplan: The Coming Anarchy Study Guide, 2001-2006, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Schumaker, Kiel, Heilke: Great Ideas/Grand Schemes Study Guide, 1998-2006, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Schumaker, Kiel, Heilke: Great Ideas/Grand Schemes Study Guide, 1998-2006, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

Great Ideas/Grand Schemes is a systematic treatment of twelve ideologies by means of an elaborate conceptual framework. This twelve-point analytic grid, which is comprised of six substantive political principles, four philosophical bases, and two political bases, is introduced in the first chapter. Subsequent chapters focus on the ideologies themselves.


Robert D. Kaplan: Eastward To Tartary Study Guide, 2002-2006, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Robert D. Kaplan: Eastward To Tartary Study Guide, 2002-2006, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


David Kupelian: The Marketing Of Evil Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

David Kupelian: The Marketing Of Evil Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Harm De Blij: Why Geography Matters Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Harm De Blij: Why Geography Matters Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


David S. Landes: The Wealth And Poverty Of Nations: Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

David S. Landes: The Wealth And Poverty Of Nations: Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Steven W. Mosher: Hegemon Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Steven W. Mosher: Hegemon Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Mary Beard And John Henderson: Classics: A Very Short Introduction Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Mary Beard And John Henderson: Classics: A Very Short Introduction Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


John Fonte: Why There Is A Culture War Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

John Fonte: Why There Is A Culture War Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Robert D. Kaplan: When North Korea Falls Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Robert D. Kaplan: When North Korea Falls Study Guide, Steven Alan Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Christian Reconstruction, Steven Samson Jan 2006

Christian Reconstruction, Steven Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Stephen Johnson Field, Steven Samson Jan 2006

Stephen Johnson Field, Steven Samson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.


Christian Reconstruction, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Christian Reconstruction, Steven Alan Samson

Steven Alan Samson

No abstract provided.


Stephen Johnson Field, Steven Alan Samson Jan 2006

Stephen Johnson Field, Steven Alan Samson

Steven Alan Samson

No abstract provided.


Giving Credit Where Credit Is Due: Avoiding Plagiarism In Christian Writing And Speaking, Gregory A. Smith Jan 2006

Giving Credit Where Credit Is Due: Avoiding Plagiarism In Christian Writing And Speaking, Gregory A. Smith

Faculty Publications and Presentations

Plagiarism is an ethical breach involving the misuse of others' intellectual property. Instances of alleged plagiarism have discredited various Christian ministers and authors. Various style manuals provide guidelines for acknowledging direct quotation, paraphrasing, and other uses of sources. Preachers and teachers should adapt those guidelines to the context of verbal communication.


Connecting Ethics To Action: An Introduction To Ethical Decision Making, Rory Patterson Jan 2006

Connecting Ethics To Action: An Introduction To Ethical Decision Making, Rory Patterson

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.