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The Landscape Does Not Care It Is A Landscape: A Utopian Pessimist Journey In Kentucky., Shachaf Polakow
The Landscape Does Not Care It Is A Landscape: A Utopian Pessimist Journey In Kentucky., Shachaf Polakow
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
These thesis and exhibition, invite the viewers to travel through different places in Central and Eastern Kentucky. The region’s landscape, like many other American landscapes, is often known to the public through the settler colonial lens—a lens that ignores Indigenous peoples’ history in the region. The work in the exhibition is a response to landscape art's history and its complicity with American settler colonialism- art that was recruited to create a new identity for the settlers and for the country from the beginning of the American Colonial Project. Landscape art was a crucial part of this effort, presenting the land …
Bluegrass Backstory: Connecting People To Local History Through Podcasting, David Hunter Hartlage
Bluegrass Backstory: Connecting People To Local History Through Podcasting, David Hunter Hartlage
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
Kentucky has a rich cultural identity, built upon a storied local history. Unfortunately, certain aspects of local cultural history, such as the origins of Kentucky vernacular music or how the bourbon industry has promoted growth in Kentucky’s communities, are not readily apparent. The increasing popularity and accessibility of podcasting offers local historians an opportunity to address this problem.
The goal of this project was to create a podcast program which makes information regarding the history, culture, and identity of Kentucky accessible to all in a scholarly—but engaging—way. I researched podcasting equipment and how to use it, then purchased that equipment …
Boundaries And Infomediaries: A Qualitative Study Of The Information Practices Of Community Health Workers, Robert M. Shapiro Ii
Boundaries And Infomediaries: A Qualitative Study Of The Information Practices Of Community Health Workers, Robert M. Shapiro Ii
Theses and Dissertations--Communication
Despite successful efforts to treat and manage diseases, public health officials have recently begun a campaign to refocus efforts toward initiatives to alleviate the pressures that are often referred to as social determinants of health. In eastern Kentucky, and in other geographical regions labeled as health professional shortage areas or medically underserved areas, issues stemming from social determinants are compounded with health care systems that are often lacking the human resources to meet basic medical needs. One strategy has been to utilize volunteers and paraprofessionals such as community health workers to lessen the burden on the primary care and hospital …
Female Disparity And Political Participation In The Kentucky State Legislature; The Presence Of Female Legislative Candidates And Their Effect On Voter Turnout In The Kentucky Electorate, Trenton K. Patrick
MPA/MPP/MPFM Capstone Projects
Female disparity in the political process in the state of Kentucky follows the same distinct pattern of female disparity all across state legislatures in the United States, and in the federal legislative branch. Female representation and parity in the political process is vital to the success of governmental bodies due to the benefits that the female perspective offers to governmental processes. After extensive review of the existing literature, it is clear that there is a gap in the literature when it comes to understanding how the presence of a female candidate effects the total turnout rate, female turnout rate, and …
Bastin, Glen (Fa 1241), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
Bastin, Glen (Fa 1241), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
FA Finding Aids
Finding aid only for Folklife Archives Project 1241. Collection of 38 cassette tapes featuring Glen Bastin's regional public affairs syndicated radio program, "Pondering Kentucky: The Magazine." A contents list was prepared and appears at the end of this finding aid.
Pharmacy Students Serve At Kentucky Mountain Mission Camps, Mark D. Weinstein
Pharmacy Students Serve At Kentucky Mountain Mission Camps, Mark D. Weinstein
News Releases
Cedarville University pharmacy students are working in a new venue that they hope will help the youth attending the Kentucky Mountain Mission in southeast Kentucky. The students are at the camp through the end of July.
Jones, Sharon (Fa 1158), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
Jones, Sharon (Fa 1158), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
FA Finding Aids
Finding aid only for Folklife Archives Project 1158. Student folk studies project titled “The Last of the Manual Switchboards” which includes interviews of manual telephone switchboard operators with a brief description of the manual telephone equipment and use in Hardin County, Kentucky. Sheets may include an interview, brief description and use of a manual telephone and switchboard.
Colorectal Cancer Prevention: Perspectives Of Key Players From Social Networks In A Low-Income Rural Us Region, Nancy E. Schoenberg, Kathryn Eddens, Adam Jonas, Claire Snell-Rood, Christina R. Studts, Benjamin Broder-Oldach, Mira L. Katz
Colorectal Cancer Prevention: Perspectives Of Key Players From Social Networks In A Low-Income Rural Us Region, Nancy E. Schoenberg, Kathryn Eddens, Adam Jonas, Claire Snell-Rood, Christina R. Studts, Benjamin Broder-Oldach, Mira L. Katz
Behavioral Science Faculty Publications
Social networks influence health behavior and health status. Within social networks, “key players” often influence those around them, particularly in traditionally underserved areas like the Appalachian region in the USA. From a total sample of 787 Appalachian residents, we identified and interviewed 10 key players in complex networks, asking them what comprises a key player, their role in their network and community, and ideas to overcome and increase colorectal cancer (CRC) screening. Key players emphasized their communication skills, resourcefulness, and special occupational and educational status in the community. Barriers to CRC screening included negative perceptions of the colonoscopy screening procedure, …
Northside, Jesse L. Houk
Northside, Jesse L. Houk
Theses and Dissertations--English
The Northside of Lexington, Kentucky is an area with its own culture, community and art. While living in this community I was able to learn, grow and develop alongside this newly renovated area. The people and their lives intersect in such a way that creates a tension at times. However, many social awareness advocates vie for the success of this neighborhood for many years to come. The objective of studying such an area as the Northside in Lexington is to focus on the similarites rather than the differences in culture, community and artistic endeavor. With a collection of essays and …
Ua1c11/89 Jim Burton Photo Collection, Wku Archives
Ua1c11/89 Jim Burton Photo Collection, Wku Archives
WKU Archives Collection Inventories
Photographs and negatives taken by Jim Burton documenting life in western Kentucky primarily between the years 1975 and 1980. Venues include Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Madisonville, Cumberland County and Scott County.
Band Formations - Burton was hired by WKU band director to photograph half time performances. It was a freelance job paying $250 per winter semester which allowed him to pay his car insurance.
Bobby Sandige - Bobby was from Burton's hometown of Madisonville and was married in college. Besides being a full-time student, he worked full-time at an underground coal mine. Burton did a feature story on …
Ua12/2/1 Best Of The Hill - 2015 Winners, Wku Student Affairs
Ua12/2/1 Best Of The Hill - 2015 Winners, Wku Student Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Special awards edition of the College Heights Herald.
From Grapes To Wine To Brands To Culture: A Qualitative Study Of Kentucky Wineries And Kentucky Wine Producers, Benjamin J. Triana
From Grapes To Wine To Brands To Culture: A Qualitative Study Of Kentucky Wineries And Kentucky Wine Producers, Benjamin J. Triana
Theses and Dissertations--Communication
The Kentucky wine industry has grown from six wineries in 1999 to more than sixty wineries as of 2013. However, the industry has reached a crucial point in its development as funds allotted from the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement ended in 2014. As a result, Kentucky wine producers must navigate the demands of local, regional, national, and international wine markets without the same amount of economic support provided in the early stages of the industry’s development.
The purpose of this study was to investigate (1) how Kentucky wine producers use cultural associations to manage their brands, (2) communicate with multiple …
Staff Perceptions Of Work-Environment Factors Affecting Morale In Southeastern Registrar's Offices, Rheanna Plemons
Staff Perceptions Of Work-Environment Factors Affecting Morale In Southeastern Registrar's Offices, Rheanna Plemons
Dissertations
Studies on morale are prevalent in industry, healthcare, and public educational systems. However, morale studies are limited within higher education and focusing on the support staff at universities. This qualitative study used focus groups to identify themes among support staff in selected Registrar’s Offices in the Southeastern region of the United States. Institutions were chosen based on comparable enrollments and similar organizational structure. The researcher asked participants to discuss their perceptions on current morale levels in the office and how different work responsibilities affect morale. In addition, participants were asked to discuss motivators used by leaders and whether those motivators …
Fighting For Fairness: The History Of Kentucky’S Local Movements To Enact Fairness Ordinances In 1999, Micah Bennett
Fighting For Fairness: The History Of Kentucky’S Local Movements To Enact Fairness Ordinances In 1999, Micah Bennett
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
This CE/T project explores the histories of the local movements for fairness ordinances which transpired in Kentucky in the year 1999. Fairness ordinances expand local civil rights protections on the basis of ‘sexual orientation’ and sometimes ‘gender identity’ to include lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) peoples and usually protect in the areas of employment, housing, and public accommodations. Four communities in the state considered such laws in 1999: Greater Louisville, Lexington-Fayette, the City of Henderson, and the City of Bowling Green. This thesis takes a holistic approach towards the history of these movements, exploring the procession of chronological events, …
Ua3/9/5 Islamic Center Of Bowling Green Open House, Wku President's Office
Ua3/9/5 Islamic Center Of Bowling Green Open House, Wku President's Office
WKU Archives Records
Speech delivered by WKU president Gary Ransdell at the Islamic Center of Bowling Green open house. He discusses the internationalization of Bowling Green.
Ua12/2/1 Bowling Green/Warren County Growing In All Directions, Wku Student Affairs
Ua12/2/1 Bowling Green/Warren County Growing In All Directions, Wku Student Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald regarding the economic growth of Bowling Green and Warren County, Kentucky.
- Woehler, Eric. Area has Potential for Prosperity, Erosion
- Albrecht, Dana. Barren Downtown to Change with Times
- Woehler, Eric. Surging City Mirrors Boca Raton of 1972
- White, Douglas. Merger Could Streamline Local Government – Bowling Green & Warren County Government
- White, Douglas. Fear of the Unknown May Hinder Merger Adoption
- Eagleston, Leigh. Black Situation Not Improving
- Carter, Darla. Construction Boom to Hit Western in 2000
- Poore, Chris. Western Horses Work on Comprehensive City Plan
- Crouch, Donna & Ann Schlagenhauf. Industry Will Keep …
Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Vol. 5, No. 1, Wku Journalism
Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Vol. 5, No. 1, Wku Journalism
WKU Archives Records
Newspaper created by students participating in the Minority Journalism Workshop hosted by the WKU Journalism Department.
- Berry, Erica. Officials Face Court Order to Equalize State's Education
- Stewart, Nikita. Blacks Gaining Slowly n Newsrooms
- Oldham, Frank. Reporters Document Rights March
- Lynk, Rewa. Junk Dealer Helped Force City Schools to Integrate - Henry Alexander
- Chatman, Shirl. Car Deals Bring Success to Minority Businessman - Cornelius Martin
- McDonald, Robbie. Top Priority Has Become Recruiting
- Stewart, Nikita. Reminders of Slavery Stir Reporter
- Dixon, Adra. Student Sells for Future - Paul Boards
- Wright, Lisa. Writer Combines Love for Sports, Ministry - Bruce Branch
- Wright, Lisa. …
Ua12/2/1 Faces Of Bowling Green, Wku Student Affairs
Ua12/2/1 Faces Of Bowling Green, Wku Student Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald.
- Voninski, Tamara. Traveling Vet – John O’Brien
- Adams, Jeanie. The Teaching Mayor – Patsy Sloan
- Deputy, Amy & Todd Turner. Picking Up the Pieces - Ronny Skirven
Ua12/2/1 Magazine, Wku Student Affairs
Ua12/2/1 Magazine, Wku Student Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Special edition of the College Heights Herald contains articles:
- Harris, Carla. The Cellar
- Peck, Todd. Making a Joyful Noise – Cockriel Family
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 7, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 7, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Gray, Beth. Caring Comes Home - Hospice
- Hornback, Todd. Alcoholics Anonymous: Finding a Better Way of Life
- McCoy, Steve. Area Underground Shared by Few - Cave & Karst
- McCormick, Rebecca. Architecture: History Lines the Streets
- McCormick, Rebecca. Landmark: Preservation & More
- Quinn, Paula. Madame Kennedy: Working with the Problem at Hand
Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald - Magazine, Wku Student Affairs
Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald - Magazine, Wku Student Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald:
- Meehan, Mary. Adjust: The Nearly 390 Refugees from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam Struggle to Adjust to New Life in Bowling Green
- Sullivan, Sheila. State Theater Gets Religion
- Marty Deputy is Mom to 390 Refugees
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 6, No. 2, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 6, No. 2, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Schabel, Christine & Robert Cook. Beech Bend Then
- Combs, Susan. Making Plans to Last a Lifetime
- Dickerson, Cynthia. Latching on to Communities - Latch Key Children
- Jones, LaMont. Romanza Johnson: What's Next?
Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald - Magazine, Wku Student Affairs
Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald - Magazine, Wku Student Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald.
- Carlton, Chad. Avery’s – O.L. Avery’s Barber Shop
- Dezern, Craig. Oh, Brother
- Lawrence, Lucretia. Good Evening Sportfans - Wes Strader
- Persistent Employees Recall Their Years of Service – Jimmy Feix, John Minton, Raymond Cravens, Manuel Wilkerson
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 6, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 6, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Combs, Susan. Unique Shop in Old Barn - Glass Place
- Fowler, Holly. Celebrate Christmas Many Ways
- Reagan, Stan. City Police Nigh Shift - More Than a Joy Ride
- Jones, Paige. Bonding, Brightening Without Pain - Dr. Jerry Blevins
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 5, No. 2, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 5, No. 2, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Dunkel, Missy. It's 3:30 p.m. What Are Your Kids Doing? - Drug Abuse
- Thomley, Mike. Illiteracy: The Hidden Handicap
- Jones, Linda. Education: Improvement at the Grass Roots Level
- Rappaport, Jessica. Poems Mirror Poet's Life - Lillie Carter
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 5, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 5, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Roberts, Candace & Ann Hochgesang. WKU Groups Support Community
- McMurtry, Pam. Care Centers Teach Social Skills, ABC's
- Walton, Dreama. A Life Some Never Left - Mennonites
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 4, No. 2, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Students Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 4, No. 2, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Students Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Berkley, Tonya. The Bits & Bytes of Computers
- Schammel, Cat & Rene Vance. Business & Pleasure Go Together - Horses
- Jones, Paige. Living it Up Downtown
- Reeder, Kristen. E.A. Diddle's Red Towel Still Waves
- Clarke, Elizabeth. The Alley Playhouse Takes a Bow
- Crime, p. 32
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 4, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 4, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Student Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Rausch, Jackie. City & Church Work Together
- Bowling Green -- a Great Place to Live
- Opinion Poll: Bowling Green Speaks
- Hall, Wendy. Professionally Speaking: Local Women Excel in Careers
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 3, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Students Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 3, No. 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Students Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Denk, Tom. Computers: Homeward Bound
- Bickett, Cheryl. Bowling Green in the Year 2000
- Snowberger, Cathy. Note This Number - Utility Phone List
- Miller, Debbie. Handicap Facilities Gain Recognition
- Bowman, Kathie. Bowling Green Takes to the Sky
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 2, Issue 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Students Society Of America
Ua68/13/4 Bowling Green, Vol. 2, Issue 1, Kelly Thompson Chapter, Public Relations Students Society Of America
Student Organizations
Magazine produced by senior seminar class in public relations with the Kelly Thompson Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and students in the WKU Department of Journalism.
Regular features include:
- Reflections
- Business
- Art
- Community Service
- Reminiscing
- Curiosities
- Entertainment
This issue includes articles:
- Grant, Jeanne & Juanita Lusco. Volunteers Donate Their Time & Money
- Weddle, Cindy. New Residents Adjust to Bowling Green - Charlotte Flanigan
- Rudolph, Tamara. Ray Olliges
- Rudolph, Tamara. Roger Downs Family
- Weddle, Cindy. Jerome Boone
- Redding, Rick, Scott Blann, Arthur Anderson & Vicki Berling. Bowling Green Products Used Around the World
- Rudolph, Tamara. Log Cabin …