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Principles Of Clinical Practice With Older Men, Lenard W. Kaye, Jennifer A. Crittenden

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Older men are much less likely to be aware of community services available to them and they are less likely to utilize services generally. This underutilization is affected by the way in which social services are organized and how practitioners function within them. Since there are greater numbers of elderly women and women utilize services more readily, practice tends to be female-centered. It is important that gender-sensitive intervention processes are established that recognize the unique experiences and concerns of older men in order to better serve them. The uniqueness of men's experiences with such issues as loss of a spouse, …

Honoring The Elders: Interviews With Two Lakota Men, Deborah E. Bowen

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

The beliefs that honoring the elders, commitment to family, and the connectedness to all creation are paramount are intrinsic to Lakota culture. Two Lakota elders, Albert White Hat, Sr. and Sylvan White Hat, Sr. are interviewed for this article. They express their concerns with major social justice issues, and offer hope for future generations of Lakota children. A strengths-based perspective of social work practice is compared to traditional Lakota customs and practices.

My Body, My Stigma: Body Interpretations In A Sample Of People Living With Hiv/Aids In Puerto Rico, Nelson Varas-Díaz, José Toro-Alfonso, Irma Serrano-García

The Qualitative Report

AIDS related stigma continues to impact the lives of People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) negatively. Although the consequences of stigmatization have been widely documented, certain areas of study need to be further addressed in order to better understand their implications for PLWHA; such is the case of the perceptions of the bodys role in AIDS stigma. A qualitative study was implemented including 30 in-depth interviews of PLWHA in Puerto Rico in order to explore their perceptions of the bodys role in the process of stigmatization. Results include: participants perceptions on how their bodies evidence their serostatus, description of past body …

The Examination Of Change Management Using Qualitative Methods: A Case Industry Approach, Aaron C.T. Smith, Daniel M. Evans, Hans M. Westerbeek

The Qualitative Report

Despite the number of theories explaining the nature and antecedents of change, there is no consensus on a universally applicable model. Competing theories have been tested using deductive methods focusing on hypothesis testing. This study has utilized qualitative methods for collecting data within the sport industry to provide an initial understanding of change within that case industry Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 29 sport managers across Australian National and State Sporting Organizations and clubs participating in national league competitions. Interviews were transcribed and coded in a grounded interpretation culminating in a typology of change types. Results highlighted that Australian sport …

Beyond High Stakes Testing: Rural High School Students And Their Yearbooks, Lynn M. Hoffman

The Qualitative Report

I conducted surveys, focus group interviews, and analyzed the yearbooks of fifty four yearbook students from five rural high schools to investigate students process of yearbook construction and to determine what was meaningful and memorable to them throughout their high school experience. Changs (1992) construct of an adolescent ethos, including the elements of getting along with everyone, being involved, and being independent, provided a conceptual framework, and was affirmed by students responses. References to rites of passage and intensification embedded in the high school program as described by Burnett (1969) confirmed these students perceptions of high school as a four …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 38 [40], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Sainlar, Lindsay. A Look Inside Vagina Monologues
• Clark, Ashlee. Another Motion Filed to Move Lucas Goodrum Trial – Katie Autry Case
• Richardson, Kelly. Retirees Can No Longer Return to Same Positions
• Coulter, Amber. Two Announce Plans to Run for Student Government Association President – Katie Dawson, Josh Collins
• Richardson, Kelly. Western Pushes for More Student Federal Funding
• Student Government Association Missing the Head on the Nail
• Ingram, Brooks. Editorial Cartoon – Class Still Open
• Green, Tavia. Show Your Custodian Some Love
• Summers, Megan. Animals in Rodeo Not Abused
• Ogles, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 37 [39], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Clark, Ashlee. Budget Encouraging for Higher Education
• Richardson, Kelly. Division Change Reviewed
• Wilberding, Beth. Swim Teams Bring Home Sun Belt Victories
• Clark, Ashlee. Owensboro Home for Trial – Katie Autry Case
• Coulter, Amber. Legislation Suggests Class Passes – Student Government Association
• Richardson, Kelly. Student Government Association to Continue Evaluations
• Hupman, Samantha. Former Agriculture Professor Dies – Billy Adams
• Hupman, Samantha. Former Professor Dies of Cancer – James Wesolowski
• Fontana, Alex. Teaching Scholars Announced
• Play Ball, Bowling Green! – Minor League Baseball
• Ingram, Brooks. Editorial Cartoon – Minor League Baseball …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 36 [38], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Clark, Ashlee. Lucas Goodrum Trial Could be Moved to Louisville – Katie Autry Case
• Clark, Ashlee. Western Winning Six-School Alumni Challenge
• Coulter, Amber. Students Rally for Education – Demonstrations, Protests
• Richardson, Kelly. Cheryl Chambless Retires After 32 Years
• Farner, Keith. Early Morning Fire Rips Through Lemox II – Bookstores
• Hupman, Samantha. Former Dean Faces Drug Charges – Martin Houston
• Hupman, Samantha. Electrical Upgrade Project
• Make Excuses to Go to Games, Not to Avoid Them
• Ingram, Brooks. Editorial Cartoon – Television or Basketball
• Hall, Alex. Van Morrison, Orange Juice & …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 34 [36], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Clark, Ashlee. Larger Pell Grants May Substitute Perkins Loan
• Wilberding, Beth. Agriculture Facility Prepares Students for Future
• Richardson, Kelly. Homeschooled Students Adapting Well
• McNamara, Andrew. Faculty Let Loose on Basketball Courts
• Coulter, Amber. Self-Service Printing Coming to Computer Labs
• Harrell, Bobby. City Looking at Minor League Baseball Option
• North, Amber. Spearker to Address Black Fraternity Hazing – Rickey Jones
• Student-Produced Films Need Spotlight
• Fontana, Alex. Grammys Go Nuts
• Ingram, Brooks. Editorial Cartoon – Sun: What Did I Do to Get Banished from Bowling Green
• Taylor, Shannon. This Is College …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 33, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Wilberding, Beth. Dedication is a Dream Come True – Engineering & Biological Science Hall
• Hupman, Samantha. Teacher Leaves Legacy – Douglas Schutte
• Clark, Ashlee. Western Purchases the ALIVE Center – A Local Information & Volunteer Exchange
• Wilberding, Beth. Parking Issues Discussed
• Sewell, Chase. Super Saturdays Offer Super Time
• Harrell, Bobby. Western Buys SKyPAC Land – Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center
• Questions Abound for Greek Ground
• Ingram, Brooks. Editorial Cartoon – Stray Greek Cat
• Fenlon, Todd. Meia Sells Tsunami – Indian Ocean Tsunami 2004
• Gilbert, Timothy. Letter to Editor re: …

Negotiation Of Dialectical Contradictions By Parents Who Have Experienced The Death Of A Child, Paige W. Toller

Communication Faculty Publications

This study examines how bereaved parents experience communicating with individuals in their social network. The bereaved parents in this study experienced two dialectical contradictions: (a) between the physical absence of their child and the continuing presence and emotional bond with their deceased child; and (b) between being open or closed when deciding whether to talk about the deceased child to others. Results describe how parents communicatively negotiated these contradictions. The article concludes by discussing practical applications for bereaved parents, bereavement support groups, helping professionals, and individuals within the bereaved parents’ social network.

The Long Reach Of Divorce: Divorce And Child Well-Being Across Three Generations, Paul R. Amato, Jacob Cheadle

Department of Sociology: Faculty Publications

We used data from the study of Marital Instability Over the Life Course to examine links between divorce in the grandparent generation and outcomes in the grandchild generation (N = 691). Divorce in the first generation (G1) was associated with lower education, more marital discord, weaker ties with mothers, and weaker ties with fathers in the third generation (G3). These associations were mediated by family characteristics in the middle generation (G2), including lower education, more marital discord, more divorce, and greater tension in early parent- child relationships. In supplementary analyses, we found no evidence that the estimated effects of divorce …

Child Neglect And Adolescent Violence: Examining The Effects Of Self-Control And Peer Rejection, Constance L. Chapple, Kimberly A. Tyler, Bianca E. Bersani

Department of Sociology: Faculty Publications

Child maltreatment researchers have often suggested that experiences with child neglect have long-term, negative effects. Child neglect is thought to have particularly adverse effects on self-control, peer relations, and delinquency. In this research, we examine the relationship of child neglect with adolescent violence via self-control and peer rejection. Using prospective, longitudinal data from a community sample, we find that child neglect adversely affects peer rejection and violence. Neglected children were more likely to be rejected by their peers in early adolescence and were more likely to be violent later in adolescence. Contrary to theoretical predictions, child neglect was not a …

Ua1b1/7 Complex For Engineering & Biological Sciences Dedication, Western Kentucky University

WKU Administration Documents

Program for the Complex for Engineering & Biological Sciences dedication, includes image of the building and floor plans.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 32, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Wilberding, Beth. Greek Transition – Alcohol
• Greek Village Plans Proceed After Board of Regents Approval
• Clark, Ashlee. Board Approves Tuition Plan
• Clark, Ashlee. Judge Lifts Gag Order in Katie Autry Case
• Richardson, Kelly. Plan Will Pay Faculty for Teaching Abroad
• Coulter, Amber. Faculty Examine Contracts
• Oscars Snub Good Movies Once Again
• Editorial Cartoon – Academy Awards
• Dawson, Katie. An Interesting Proposal – Civic Engagement
• Fontana, Alex. In the Beginning – Evolution, Creationism
• Wilberding, Beth. No Water, Electricity Force Temporary Move of Food Service to Garrett Conference Center – Downing …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 31, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Richardson, Kelly. Faculty Worry About Working Over Break
• Hupman, Samantha. Teacher Dies of Heart Attack – Naim Zelbak
• Maines, Ashley. Remembering Those Lost – Tsunami Awareness Vigil, Indian Ocean Tsunami 2004
• Caudle, Leah. Prism Concert a Sensual Treat – Music
• Clark, Ashlee. Warfare Company Moves Home to Bowling Green – Electronic Warfare Associates
• Coulter, Amber. Students Form Service Group – Student Volunteer Bureau
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Regents to Vote on Long-Term Tuition Policy
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Events to Celebrate Black History Month
• Dry Houses Don’t Mean student Safety
• Ingram, Books. Editorial …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 30 [29], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Wilberding, Beth. New Education Building to Replace Tate Page Hall
• Salmon, Emily. Martin Luther King’s Legacy Inspires Speaker – Patrice Gaines
• Clark, Ashlee. Council on Postsecondary Education Reviews Tuition Increase Policies
• Clark, Ashlee. Ernie Fletcher Promotes Tax Reform Plan
• Richardson, Kelly. Online Master of Business Administration Program Being Offered
• Coulter, Amber. Regents Meeting Organizations
• Ingram, Brooks. Big Red Fund Raising for Tsunami Relief – Indian Ocean Tsunami 2004
• Celbs Run Rat Race for Publicity, Tsunami
• Clark, Ashlee. Staying in Touch
• Fontana, Alex. Strength in Tragedy – Indian Ocean Tsunami …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 29 [28], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Harrell, Bobby. Wave of Destruction, Wave of Relief – Indian Ocean Tsunami 2004
• Clark, Ashlee. Ruling on Katie Autry Civil Suit Expected Soon
• Clark, Ashlee. Judge Stops Advertisments – Katie Autry Case
• Wilberding, Beth. New Science Building Opens for Classes – Engineering & Biological Sciences Hall
• Fontana, Alex. Students Can Recover Fee – WWHR Radio Station
• Campus Has More Holes than Swiss Cheese – Construction
• Reed, Lindsey. Editorial Cartoon – Big Red Replaced by Orange Construction Cone
• Roberts, Amy. Sparkles, Champagne & Priorities Mean a New Year
• Baker, Joanie. …

Discovering The Barriers To Health-Promoting Lifestyles Among Appalachian Veterans With Uncontrolled Hypertension, Tara L. Porter

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to discover the barriers to health promoting lifestyles among the Appalachian veteran population with uncontrolled hypertension.

Design: A quantitative research study was conducted over five months using a non-experimental, descriptive research design. Pender’s Health Promotion Model served as the study’s framework. Subjects were recruited from a primary care setting through advertisement within the hospital. A convenience sample of thirty-two subjects was obtained.

Method: The Health Promotion Lifestyle Profile (HPLP) II survey assessed for barriers to controlled hypertension in the following areas: health-promoting lifestyle, health responsibility, stress management, spiritual growth, interpersonal relationships, nutrition, and …

Child-Pornography Possessors Arrested In Internet-Related Crimes: Findings From The National Juvenile Online Victimization Study., Janis Wolak, David Finkelhor, Kimberly J. Mitchell

Crimes Against Children Research Center

The goals of the National Juvenile Online Victimization (N-JOV) Study were to survey law-enforcement agencies within the United States (U.S.) to count arrests for Internet-related sex crimes committed against minors and describe the characteristics of the offenders, the crimes they committed, and their victims. This report focuses on a representative national sample of arrested offenders who possessed child pornography.

Brown’S Lesson: To Integrate Or Separate Is Not The Question, But How To Achieve A Non-Racist Society, Thomas E. Kleven

University of Maryland Law Journal of Race, Religion, Gender and Class

No abstract provided.

Public Policy In Connecticut: Challenges And Perspectives, Gary L. Rose Ed.

Sacred Heart University Press Books

Public Policy in Connecticut examines ten of the key policy challenges that currently confront Connecticut lawmakers. Following an overview essay by the editor, discussing the recent transfer of power to state governments and outlining the policy challenges faced by lawmakers, each of these challenges is taken up in a separate essay by the volume's contributors. The first challenges considered, associated with economic growth, transportation, environmental protection, ethnic diversity, and ethics in politics, affect the Connecticut public at large. The remaining issues discussed are health care, services for the aged, prison overcrowding and recidivism, inner-city education, and higher education affect more …

Some Dumb Girl Syndrome: Challenging And Subverting Destructive Stereotypes Of Female Attorneys, Ann Bartow

Law Faculty Scholarship

This Essay considers ways in which female attorneys confront sexism and stereotyping in the legal profession and in life, and strongly endorses embracing feminism, and wearing comfortable shoes.

A Narrative Group Model To Reduce Gender Role Conflict In Adult Males, Dennis K. Smithe

Graduate Research Papers

This manuscript provides a therapeutic group model to address gender role conflict in males based on a narrative approach. The use of story telling and metaphor are central to the process because they are reflective of how men tend to communicate. This approach reflects a shift away from traditional counseling approach often seen as the antithesis of a masculine ideology. This process provides group members the opportunities to co-create and re-author socially constructed stories of masculinity and maleness that have taught males to abuse and neglect their bodies while at the same time not seek help. Unique to this model …

Parental Perceptions Of Overweight And Obese Children Among Low-Income Women, Infants, And Children Participants, Thomas Hernandez

Theses Digitization Project

Investigates parental perceptions of overweight or obese children who receive services from the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in San Bernardino County, California. Study design was based on a qualitative ethnographic interview technique in which a moderator guided between 6-12 individuals through a discussion of a particular topic. Results indicate that the parents interviewed were highly concerned with the health of their children and family, but do not perceive their child to be at an immediate health risk. In addition, most felt their children's weight to be "normal" in spite of any physical findings that suggested otherwise.

Prevalence Of Type 2 Diabetes Among Minority Groups, Patricia Elizabeth Sanchez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was twofold. First, the study evaluated Loma Linda University Medical Center's (LLUMC) Diabetes Treatment Center's (DTC) effectiveness in providing diabetes education and services to high risk minority populations. Second, the results of the study helped the DTC determine the need for expanding its present efforts in the form of community health prevention services to San Bernardino County residents.

Stepparents: Social Support Systems And Factors That Contribute To Role Fulfillment, Lydia Guerrero, Sonia Marlene Valadez

Theses Digitization Project

Forty-five stepparents responded to four scales: Perceived Social Support Friend Scale, Perceived Social Support Family Scale, Kansas Family Life Satisfaction Scale and the Kansas Parental Satisfaction Scale. The study found a significant positive correlation between family and friend support and stepparents' role fulfillment.

The Impact Of Race And Ethnic Identity On Adolescents' Use Of Coping Skills, Victoria Estelle Keyser

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to compare the differences in the utilization of coping mechanisms of minority and White adolescents. By measuring the coping skills in adolescents, it sought to identify which strategies are most frequently used within the construct of race.

Patriarchy And Machismo: Political, Economic And Social Effects On Women, Luis Antonio Prado

Theses Digitization Project

This thesis focuses on patriarchy and machismo and the long lasting political, economic, and social effects that their practice has had on women in the United States and Latin America. It examines the role of the Catholic Church, political influences, social, cultural, economic and legal issues, historic issues (such as the Industrial Revolution), the importance of the family's preference for sons rather than daughters, and the differences in the raising of male and female children for their adult roles.

Cruelty Toward Cats: Changing Perspectives, Randall Lockwood

State of the Animals 2005

Of all the species that have been domesticated, cats have historically been subjected to the widest diversity of treatment by humans. They have been worshipped as gods and reviled as devils, coddled and pampered, but also abandoned and abused. Our treatment of cats has likewise created a range of problems for professionals concerned with their care—from dealing with problems of obesity and overindulgence to tending to the needs of animals who have been neglected, intentionally harmed, or even tortured.