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Graduate Scholar 2018: Journal Of Scholarship And Recognition, Graduate School Of Eastern Illinois University

Graduate Scholar

No abstract provided.

Calvin Theological Seminary Academic Catalog 2018-2019, Calvin Theological Seminary

Seminary Academic Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Transformative Youth Organizing: A Decolonizing Social Movement Framework, Emily Estioco Bautista

LMU Theses and Dissertations

The compounding experiences of colonial miseducation of youth of color, neoliberal policies and logics in urban communities, colonial logics that render the role of spirituality in social movements as invisible, and adultism in legal and social institutions constrain the transformative possibilities of youth agency in social movements. This study explored (a) how educators working in youth movements can build a decolonizing paradigm and practice for transformative organizing and (b) new paradigmatic interventions and theoretical directions that can help inform a transformative youth organizing approach. The research was conducted through a decolonizing interpretive research methodology (Darder, 2015a) and utilized the interrelated …

A Study Of Collaborative Skills Of Graduates Of A National, Faith-Based, Leadership Development Program, Eileen Kooreman

Dissertations

Collaboration is often cited as a long-term benefit of participation in leadership development programs. Successful collaboration requires unique leadership skills, which rely on trust and influence rather than authority and position. Collaboration takes place over the passage of time. Evaluation of leadership development programs that focus on outcomes after the passage of time is rare making it difficult to confirm if a relationship between the collaborative skills taught and measurable collaboration activity exists.

This study was able to draw on the alumni of the DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative, a national faith-based leadership development program that maintains on-going relationships with its …

Stem Stories, November 2017, #2, Ginger L'Heureux

STEM Stories

Student Profile - Joseph Tibbs

The Echo: November 3, 2017, Taylor University

2017-2018 (Volume 105)

A great grant for Grant County – Business pitching like a boss – TU ranked No. 5 – Together, we thrive – Stand up for your sibling – This week in news – Corrections – Not every barn in Indiana is used for farming – More than just a phase – Brecken’s Breakdown – The first draft journey – The coffee drink debate – Just friendly competition – The bi-weekly bachelor and bachelorette – Echograms #TaylorU -- #TaylorU’s Top Tweets – Mastering film together – In their shoes – Farewell to Fall – When Skies are Grey: A Collection of …

Who Do You Say You Are: Relationships And Faith In Catholic Schools, Jennifer S. Maney, Carrie King, Thomas J. Kiely

Journal of Catholic Education

This study aimed to evaluate and articulate what makes Catholic schools special and effective by measuring culture and climate in five Catholic high schools and two Catholic elementary schools in a large metropolitan area in the Midwest United States. The seven schools represented a variety of student demographics, location, and size of school. Findings of this study included: the Catholic identity of schools must become an intentional aspect of the planning, orientation, training, and evaluation of the faculty and administration; faculty-student relationships are rarely measured regarding their effectiveness in bolstering academic achievement or Catholic mission effectiveness; cultural awareness and cultural …

Chimes: October 6, 2017, Calvin College

Chimes

Questioning gentrification in the heartside communithy by Kathryn Mae Post

Distinguished alumni honored by Hannah Butler

Professors and staff bring Christian perspective to sex ed by Joshua Polanski

Calvin Improv introduced two new members by Emily Stroble

Urban Roots creates pilot composting community by Amelia Sterenberg

'An Evening with Jon Foreman' concert review by Ryan Leck

'Calender Girls' shows the true meaning of friendship at any age by Janelle Conti

Men's soccer shuts out Olivet 8-0 by Purun Yeo

'Star Wars' anthology gives life to unsee moments by Gwyneth Findlay

Sci Sit-Down: A Q&A with Prof. David Benson by David …

The Echo: September 8, 2017, Taylor University

2017-2018 (Volume 105)

Sickler Chapel’s Remodeling – Official student representation – Bringing Grace – Bree’s Beat International News – Revamping the stacks – I am a vessel – Building community at the Upland Labor Day Festival – Adopting and Angell – Endless cycle – Professional Palooza – Festival finesse – Laughter without a cause – Biweekly comic – Echograms #TaylorU -- #TaylorU’s Top Tweets – Meet this year’s chapel bands! – Behind the curtain – Packing Light by Allison Vesterfelt—Book Review – The end of DACA is a humanitarian concern – Books instead of bullets – Our wound: a white kid’s questions on …

Josh Louwerse, Aleisa Dornbierer-Schat

The Voice

No abstract provided.

Southeastern Alumni Magazine- Summer 2017, Southeastern University - Lakeland

Southeastern Alumni Magazine

Since its inception in 1935, Southeastern has been training servant leaders in ministry. This issue of the magazine features alumni from the Barnett College of Ministry & Theology. In this special issue, we will share the history of the college, future plans and new programs along with some stories of our alumni from the college who have pursued a lifetime in ministry.

Teaching Mindful Awareness Skills To Middle School Students And Its Relationship To Student Engagement With School And Student Test Anxiety, Kathy Shoemaker

Theses, Dissertations and Culminating Projects

This study examined the relationship between teaching mindful awareness skills to middle school students and both student engagement and test anxiety. The moderating effects of certain cultural characteristics (gender, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status [SES], English as a second language [ESL], and disability status) on the relationship between teaching mindful awareness skills and both student engagement and test anxiety was also examined. A quasi-experimental pre-/post-test research design with a control group was employed. The Child and Adolescent Mindfulness Measure (CAMM), the Healthy Self-Regulation Scale (HSR), the Student School Engagement Measure (SSEM), and the brief version of the FRIEDBEN Test Anxiety …

2017-April-30-Cbat Hall Of Fame, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

No abstract provided.

Southeastern Alumni Magazine- Spring 2017, Southeastern University - Lakeland

Southeastern Alumni Magazine

Servant Leadership in Corporate America with Michelle Trindade. Michelle "discovered that God is not expecting you to be a phenomenal leader when you start a new role. God does expect you to grow into a phenomenal leader through him." Read this wonderful article about Michelle, Manny and Kaitlyn. This issue also includes a message from President Ingle who released his third book, enactus, Dr. Ed Plastow, information about The Forum and much more.

Preparing Priests To Work With Catholic Schools: A Content Analysis Of Seminary Curricula, Michael J. Boyle, Anthony Dosen, Cm

Journal of Catholic Education

This documentary study of academic programs at Catholic Seminaries and Theology Schools through the United States sought to answer the question: “What types of preparation does the seminary curriculum provide to new pastors about their role in the parish’s Catholic School?” Results of program syllabi review show a dearth of preparation given to this aspect of this parochial ministry. Recommendations for further investigation are offered.

El presente estudio documental de programas académicos en seminarios católicos y facultades de teología en Estados Unidos busca contestar la pregunta: “¿Qué tipo de preparación ofrece a los nuevos sacerdotes el currículo del seminario en …

Empirical Reflections On Women Students In Usa Nonprofit Academic Programs And Realizations About Ideological Influence, Norman A. Dolch

Journal of Ideology

This research reports on the beliefs of a select sample of women and men faculty across the USA regarding women in nonprofit organization academic programs. The main differences were on professional orientation among graduate students, difficulty with quantitative oriented courses, and portrayal of women in coursework. To eliminate these differences, beliefs (ideologies) among faculty and students need to be altered. Sanberg’s book Lean In is especially informative about changing beliefs about career orientation for both men and women to what she calls a belief in sustainable and fulfilling positions. Another valuable resource for faculty concerned about these issues is Creating …

Taylor University Catalog 2017-2018, Taylor University

Undergraduate Catalogs

The 2017-2018 academic catalog of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Calvin Theological Seminary Academic Catalog 2017-2018, Calvin Theological Seminary

Seminary Academic Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Measuring The Perceived Effectiveness Of Five Selected Professional Courses Taken By Alumni Theology Majors And How They Are Related To Selective Demographics: A Mixed Methods Study, Barry J. Tryon

Dissertations

Problem

The study was prompted by the need for the evaluation of current theological educational programs for preparing students to meet the many challenges of pastoral ministry in a rapidly changing world. However, to date there has been little published research addressing the effectiveness of undergraduate theological education. Furthermore, changes implemented in the theological education program at Southern Adventist University (Southern) have not been evaluated for their effectiveness for ministerial job preparedness.

Method

This descriptive study measured the perceived effectiveness of five professional courses taught in the undergraduate theological educational program at Southern for ministerial job preparedness. A parallel mixed …

The Relationship Between Transmission Of Sexual Knowledge, Sexual Attitude, And Culture, Esther M. Hooley

Dissertations

Purpose

Sexual knowledge is important for healthy development of adolescents and adults. Currently, there is no consistent mode of introducing the topic of sex to an individual who has not previously learned about the topic. If a shift were to occur in transmission of sexual knowledge, whether by creating a consistent mode, a culture-specific mode, or focusing on sexual attitude rather than behavior, future populations would be positively influenced. If the educational system, religious organizations, and families could be informed of an appropriate and meaningful way to communicate sexual knowledge to adolescents, negative sexual outcomes have the potential to decrease …

Chimes: October 28, 2016, Calvin College

Chimes

New center for student success by Julia McKee

Silver screen spooks to watch this Halloween by Brandon Schreur

Cameroonian pastor questions prosperity gospel by Juliana Ludema

Calvin Improv by Mark Peless

Calvin CFAC receives indie pop duo Tegan and Sara

History colloquium integrates business and religion by Matt Leistra

Fall sports wrap up as teams look to championships by Mark Peless

Supporting Anti-Bullying In Church Environments- A Program Evaluation Study, Trisha Wetzelberger

CUP Ed.D. Dissertations

Existing literature demonstrates the need for anti-bullying programs in the traditional school setting, however, only a limited number of studies have included the need or benefits to having anti-bullying programs in the church community. The theories of Kohlberg, Erikson, and Fowler served as the basis for building an understanding of the development of bullying behaviors among children. Dan Olweus, the man known as the pioneer of bullying prevention research, addressed the importance of including the total community in a successful bullying prevention program. He was referring to including everyone associated with children in the school community: teachers, parents, administration, and …

August Graduation Weekend 2016: Schedule, Speaker Bios, Live Stream And More, Danni Francis

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Description and schedule of August 2016 graduation weekend.

Undergrad, Mba Student Receive Fwsf Scholarships, Sarah Gardner, Dave Albee

Press Releases

The opportunity to earn and receive multiple scholarships enticed both Kristen Cepriano and Jennifer Chappell to enroll as business students at Dominican. That attraction has paid off.

The Echo: April 22, 2016, Taylor University

2015-2016 (Volume 103)

Taylor community remembers 2001 van accident – United Methodist Church building – Capture the flag with a twist – Whipple lawsuit resolved – Rooted together – The bi-weekly bachelor and bachelorette – Echograms #TaylorU -- #TaylorU’s Top Tweets – Brevity and beauty – Comfort in community – Redefining identity – Earthquake disrupts Ecuador – Jerusalem bus bombing – Composing final memories – Knocking heads over football – A missions trip… to Upland? – Called to conflict – Love(lace) kills – Weekly Preview – Trojans perform big at Indiana Little State Championships – Athlete of the Week

Spring Graduation 2016: Schedule, Speaker Bios, Honorary Doctorates And More, Becky St. Clair

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

No abstract provided.

Kickact: The Implementation & Evaluation Of A Youth Empowerment & Leadership Program, Crystal M. Denny

Capstone Collection

KickAct is a program that combines martial arts and performing arts to empower youth and engage them in creative social change. Youth experience a lack of community engagement and partnership with the adult. Many youth face additional challenges, ranging from lack of support in school to violence at home, that can negatively impact their life. KickAct is designed to provide youth with the necessary skills and experience to thrive as active participants in their communities. Due to inconsistent attendance and participation, it was not possible to determine whether the workshop format was a successful method for youth empowerment. However, the …

Forged By Fire: Black History Month Speakers & Events

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

No abstract provided.

Latino Catholicism: Transformation In America’S Largest Church, Andre P. Audette

Journal of Catholic Education

A review of Latino Catholicism: Transformation in America’s Largest Church

Taylor University Catalog 2016-2017, Taylor University

Undergraduate Catalogs

The 2016-2017 academic catalog of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.