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Academic Affairs Report, Fall 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. Office Of The Provost And Executive Vice President For Academic Affairs.

Academic Affairs Update

Inside this issue:

-- UNI: New Beginnings on a Strong Foundation
-- New Faces at UNI
-- Re-Envisioning Rod Library
-- Information Technology Services
-- Lippens Joins Office of Executive Vice President and Provost
-- Office of Academic Affairs Initiatives: Communication
-- Lamberti Appointed Administrative Fellow
-- Office of Academic Affairs Initiatives: Diversity
-- The Return of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
-- Office of Academic Affairs Initiatives: Funding
-- SEEDing the Future
-- The National Coalition Building Institute
-- Bridging American Indians and Taiwan's Indigenous Tribes
-- Award-Winning Innovations in Teaching, Scholarship, and Creative Activity

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Fall 2013), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Fall 2013 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

The Echo: September 6, 2013, Taylor University

2013-2014 (Volume 101)

Obama’s red line, crossed – Even academics – Airband only wants survivors – Health Clinic updates – Top five news events of the week – Meet the Candidates – Taylor offers health and wellness challenges – In The Loop – Branching out – Student loan rate pileup – Getting back into the swing of things – Ask Angelina – Red seats and worship – The fine art of laundry – Fresh freshman faces – DC Recipe of the week – Echograms #TaylorU -- #TaylorU’s Top Tweets – ‘Freud’s Last Session’ – Ring a bell by spring – Anonymous donor lowers …

Ever Learning, Ever Loving: Augustine On Teaching As Ministry, Ronnie P. Campbell Jr.

Liberty Theological Review

While most remember Augustine (354-430 AD) as theologian, exegete, and philosopher, the purpose of this essay is to consider Augustine’s legacy and ministry as teacher. After his conversion (386 AD), Augustine’s views on teaching took a turn. His theological convictions thus set the course for his views on teaching throughout the rest of his life. It is to such views on teaching that this essay seeks to examine. Therefore this essay will wrestle through Augustine’s views on the role of the teacher and the learner and the link between the two, his theological basis for teaching, and some of the …

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni, Parents And Friends (Summer 2013), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Summer 2013 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Googol-Part Fugue: Another Imagination Of Divine Providence And Game Theory, Gideon Lee

ACMS Conference Proceedings 2013

The problem of evil presents an intellectual hurdle for some to believe in a good and omnipotent God. The emergence of open theism could be seen as an attempt to make a stronger case for the free will defense. However, in denying divine foreknowledge as traditionally understood, open theism contradicts biblical revelation not only in its direct claims, but also when its logical implications for divine providence are worked out. The open theist Alan Rhoda has sought to explain through game theory how some degree of divine providence is possible under open theism. That explanation is astonishing since the open …

Commencement 2013, Taylor University

Commencement

The program of the 2013 Annual Commencement of Taylor University, May 18, 2013.

Diminishing Horizons: A Critical Look At History Education In America, Lisa N. Eekhoff

Master of Education Program Theses

Throughout the twentieth century, the structure of history education in elementary schools has shifted from a traditional, chronological structure to the expanding horizons structure. This thesis examines the philosophical underpinnings of each structure in light of a biblical view of teaching history. Emphasis is placed on historical understanding, training in historical analysis, and sense of identity. It is proposed that a chronological structure may present the child with a deeper understanding of historical events as well as a clearer view of historical principles. Additionally, it is proposed that a chronological structure may impart a more biblical view of self in …

Making Disciples Of Jesus Christ: Implementing An Effective Discipleship Strategy For Churches In America, Victor Ogundiran

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Various research findings on spiritual formation in the America church reveal that the current state of making disciples of Jesus Christ who are observing all that Jesus has commanded is woefully grim. This author believes what we have in place for making disciples is inadequate, unimplemented, or both. The purpose of this thesis project is to explain the current state of spiritual formation in the American Church and the reasons why it falls short of God's desire and design. This effort will include and incorporate research from at least 20 churches to see what discipleship systems they are using, if …

The Echo: April 12, 2013, Taylor University

2012-2013 (Volume 100)

Faculty approves school structure shake-up – Torrance graces Taylor, speaks on Gospel – Computer science program begins laser tag project – Top five news events of the week – Drake to leave Bergwall, take local marketing job – Bill affecting scholarships close to passing – Appeals on Wheels makes stop at Taylor – Correction – In The Loop – Pogue festival presents local poetry – Indiana legislation may require armed employee in schools – Weekend Forecast – Behind the Times – Lessons from the Iron Lady – Student suspect in school stabbing – Russia bans swearing – The Geek Briefs …

The Loop (Late Spring 2013), Taylor University

The Loop (2012-2017)

The late Spring 2013 edition of Taylor University’s The Loop.

The Echo: March 1, 2013, Taylor University

2012-2013 (Volume 100)

2013 SBP-SBVP Primaries – Student body president race down to two – Push My Button seeks to cross cultural divide – Juniors feeling housing crunch – Top five news events of the week – Ball State ministry returns to action revamped – In The Loop – Real world thinking – Wildcat Wind Project takes Grant County by storm – Weather Forecast – Bomb threats at Eastbrook – Political popery – Hilarious Headlines – Top 10 pictures in 2013…so far – Around The World – The Geek Briefs – Computer science students program hope – Fracking: known benefit, unknown cost – …

The Echo: February 22, 2013, Taylor University

2012-2013 (Volume 100)

Dancing Approved – Top five news events of the week – Student body president candidates off to the races – Leadership conference seeks to promote culture renewal – Correction – In The Loop – Donuts with attitude – Fire up the chili – Weather Forecast – Papal decision affects local churches – From the horse’s mouth to ours – ‘Blade Runner’ in court – Hilarious Headlines – Witch hunting: The trend is back – Around The World – The Geek Briefs – Mobile wallets remain obscure – Hopeful signs in cancer research – Drones strike up controversy – Nostalgia Night …

Lincoln Scholar To Speak At Founders’ Day Convocation, Katherine Filippo

News and Events (Discontinued Series)

No abstract provided.

Taylor University Catalog 2013-2014, Taylor University

Undergraduate Catalogs

The 2013-2014 academic catalog of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

A Model Of Faith-Learning Integration In Exemplary Teaching Faculty, Kathryn A. Westrate

Master of Arts in Higher Education (MAHE) Theses

The integration of faith and learning serves as a central tenet for Christian higher education. Though valued for its guiding principles of faithful scholarship, the ambiguous and philosophical nature of the concept leaves a gap of understanding of how faith-learning is actualized, let alone actualized excellently, in the classroom. In order to explore the essence of the concept, 11 academic teaching faculty members selected for their exemplary faith-learning work from a small faith-based liberal arts institution were interviewed. Representing a diverse field of disciplines, the interviews explored the faculty members’ excellence in faith-learning conceptualization and practice. Strong emergent themes resulted …

Full Issue, Number 38, Fall 2013

Intersections

No abstract provided.

A New Model: Improving Adult Experiences In The Holy Land With Effective Pre-Departure Information, Resources And Procedures, Sarah A. Loan

Capstone Collection

Since September 11, 2001, Group Travel Directors (GTD) has noted an increase in self-reported anxiety among adult travelers preparing to depart to the Holy Land. This observation has been made by long-term employees both objectively and subjectively by comparing evaluation scores, cancellation percentages, tracking numbers of phone calls from anxious travelers and through staff accounts of conversations with travelers. GTD staff reports that clients often are inclined to make rash decisions based on perfunctory judgments influenced by media coverage.

GTD has collected evaluations from adult travelers for more than twenty years in an effort to better understand traveler perceptions of …

La Sabiduría Como Un Proceso Psicológico: Su Desarrollo En Un Contexto Educativo, Gus Gregorutti

Faculty Publications

Desde el punto de vista histórico la noción de sabiduría transitó desde ser considerada el bien último del hombre a ser vista como un bien privado, siendo actualmente relegada por los conocimientos y descubrimientos científicos de los saberes disciplinarios, que son los que se enseñan en la universidad. Sin embargo, múltiples investigaciones han encontrado que las personas sabias viven más y mejor (Peterson y Seligman, 2004), tienen mayor satisfacción personal, salud física y mejores relaciones familiares (Ardelt, 2000), además de enfrentar mejor la muerte y un mayor desempeño global (Estudillo, 2010). Se propone que la sabiduría está sostenida por una …

Exploring The Relevance Of Feminist Leadership In Theological Education Of Nigeria, Adesanya İbiyinka Olusola

Khazar Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

Feminist leadership is very important in theological education as it would seek to deconstruct stereotypical assumptions about women and gender in Christian theological traditions. Unfortunately, most of the theological schools in Nigeria do not have feminist as leaders. Five reasons why feminist leadership are needed in theological schools have been identified as, the bible teaching that women brought sin and death to the world, servant hood notion of women, scandal of particularity, male domination of ministries and theological methods and process that are full of stereotypes. All this does not provide women a unique opportunity to discover and develop their …

The Loop (Fall 2012), Taylor University

The Loop (2012-2017)

The Fall 2012 edition of Taylor University’s The Loop.

Exploring Congruency Between John A. Henschke‘S Practice And Scholarship, Lori Risley

Dissertations

The study aimed to explore how John A. Henschke‘s practice mirrors the andragogical theory espoused in his scholarship. This study offered interpretations held by three groups of individuals: colleagues, students, and John, utilizing 10 data sets. Data sets include: a) Focus group-current students, b) Modified Instructors Perspectives Inventory for Students pre/ post course surveys, c) Section of the Instructors Perspectives Inventory, d) Course evaluations, e) Video recordings of John facilitating , f) Interviews; colleagues, students, and John, g) Observations, and h) Selection of scholarship. Each contained interpretations and perceptions that, when held up to the mirror of John‘s scholarship, reflected …

Promoting Blogging To Improve Interpersonal And Presentational Writing Skills While Increasing Cultural Competency In An English Language Learning Setting, Terese Cox

Theses and Dissertations

Instructors of English Language Learners (ELLs) often focus on writing as one of the primary skills acquired in the university second language classroom. This thesis examines the role of blogging in improving interpersonal and presentational writing while also increasing students' cultural competency. It describes how to create and use a web source to promote blogging in the classroom. A classroom web source to accompany Interchange 3 as well as sixteen lessons with accompanying materials and rubrics comprise a substantial portion of this thesis to practically show how blogging might be incorporated into an ESL classroom. Each lesson enforces and highlights …

Southeastern Alumni Magazine- Summer 2012, Southeastern University - Lakeland

Southeastern Alumni Magazine

National Leadership Forum
This year’s Forum brought a lot of excitement to the campus with one of the country’s most popular athletes – Tim Tebow – featured during the two-day leadership conference. Robert Gates, Pat Williams, and Mark Sanborn, along with a number of other prominent leaders, also spoke to an audience of close to 700 during the March 2012 event held in Bush Chapel.

Commencement 2012, Taylor University

Commencement

The program of the 2012 Annual Commencement of Taylor University, May 19, 2012.

The Echo: April 20, 2012, Taylor University

2011-2012 (Volume 99)

Lost in Translation – Taylor Remembers ‘Servant Leader’ – Repurposing Fort Wayne Campus – RecycleMania Final Rankings – Top 5 News Events of the Week – Affordable Care’s bleak diagnoses – Poetry festival showcases local talent – The Bubble – Department Announcements – Resolution in Syria? – Sex trafficking in Spain – Around The World In 30 Seconds – Cultural Explosion: Mosaic Night 2012 – Posters, trashcans, vans and canoes – Blog from abroad – High School Masquerade – Youth Conference Schedule – Trend of the Week – Life & Times Love Words – Social Media Gone Taylor – Fact …

An Examination Of Newbery Medal Books From The 1920s Through The 2000s: Biblical Perspective, Kimberly Fleming

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Content analysis was conducted to determine the frequency of the presence of positive Biblical virtues and paired opposite traits across 18 Newbery Medal books from the 1920s through the 2000s because the Newbery Award is a prestigious honor bestowed upon children's literature, and the criteria for selection among books specifically precludes the necessity of good character. The fruit of the spirit listed in Galatians 5:22 served as the rubric by which the characters' thoughts, dialogue, and actions were measured. Consensus data was recorded, and chi-square tests of independence were conducted after three readers examined the presence and frequency of each …

The Echo: March 30, 2012, Taylor University

2011-2012 (Volume 99)

From small town to Tinseltown – Conference for restoration – Breaking barriers behind bars – Women in ministry course – RecycleMania Week 07 – Top 5 News Events of the Week – A question of race – The Bubble – Honors conference schedule – Ontario legalizes brothels – Shots for revenge and religion – Around The World In 30 Seconds – Let’s talk about sex, baby – Students’ thoughts on S&TC (AKA Taylor pillow talk) – Sex and the Cornfields Schedule – Senate Scene – Not your average family – Boys not led to the light(house) – Rejected for a …

Bible Made Impossible: Why Biblicism Is Not A Truly Evangelical Reading Of Scripture (Book Review), Laurence C. Sibley

Pro Rege

Reviewed Title: Smith, Christian. The Bible Made Impossible: Why Biblicism Is Not a Truly Evangelical Reading of Scripture. Grand Rapids: Brazos, 2011. 220pps. ISBN 978-1-58743-303-0.

The Echo: February 17, 2012, Taylor University

2011-2012 (Volume 99)

Taylor welcomes 600 – Community growers – From Marion to the hill – Creation bill killed – Top 5 News Events of the Week – Fair trading at the bookstore – The contraceptive debate – RecycleMania (Feb 5-12) – The Bubble – Department Announcements – Athens on fire – London Olympics prepares to ward off sex trafficking – Around the World In 30 Seconds – Walk-a-Mile – Taylor University: Moshier’s next adventure – Take it to the Hoop – Classes you wish you could take – Single awareness day – Trend of the Week – Life & Times Love Words …