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The Murray State News, April 23, 2010, The Murray State News

Murray State University Collection

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 22, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 21, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 20, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 19, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 17, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 16, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

The Murray State News, April 16, 2010, The Murray State News

Murray State University Collection

No abstract provided.

The Murray Ledger And Times, April 15, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 14, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 13, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 12, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 10, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 9, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray State News, April 9, 2010, The Murray State News

Murray State University Collection

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 8, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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The Murray Ledger And Times, April 7, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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Contemporary Rural Social Work - Spring 2010 (Volume 2, Number 1)

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

Contemporary Rural Social Work - Spring 2010 (Volume 2, Number 1)

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Can Establishing Partnerships Between College Campuses And Nonprofit Organizations Be Mutually Beneficial?, Crystal S. Aschenbrener Msw

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

More than ever nonprofit organizations need to find creative ways to be resourceful and cost effective in achieving their mission. Partnerships between college campuses and nonprofit organizations can be a mutually beneficial way of meeting nonprofit’s program goals while empowering college students, who are the next generation of volunteers, donors, and professionals. With these partnerships, nonprofits gain new ideas and extra working hands though established projects while students gain field experiences and the opportunity to apply their course knowledge. With this article, readers will understand the benefits of building as well as a step-by-step model to develop such partnerships.

The Murray Ledger And Times, April 6, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

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Faculty Perceptions Of Differences Between Teaching Rural Appalachian And Urban Social Work Students, Lonnie R. Helton Lisw-S, Acsw

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

Faculty who teach social work students in both rural Appalachian colleges and urban settings often notice differences in how these students approach learning and respond to the classroom environment and university setting. There is limited research on how Appalachian college students experience higher education and how they perceive the benefits of a college degree. This qualitative study explored the perceptions of social work faculty members at three Appalachian and three Midwestern universities, who have taught rural Appalachian students, as well as students from urban areas. Findings indicated that faculty mostly viewed Appalachian students as being different from urban students. Appalachian …

The Murray Ledger And Times, April 5, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

Who Wants To Do Rural Social Work? Student Perceptions Of Rural Social Work Practice, Amy Phillips Mssw, Phd, Andrew Quinn Mssw, Phd, Thomasine Heitkamp Msw

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

In response to growing concerns about the national shortage of rural social workers, the researchers surveyed and interviewed 115 social work students (97 BSW, 18 MSW) to ascertain their career plans and perceptions of rural social work practice. Although more than half reported living in rural communities at the time of their high school graduation, over 70% indicated a preference for practicing social work in or near an urban area. Students articulated multiple incentives that would attract them to rural social work and expressed a clear understanding of how various systems (social service, legislative, community, and educational) could provide these …

Social Work Student Interests In Rural Practice, David D. Barney Msw, Mph, Phd, Timothy Barnett-Queen Mdiv, Msw, Phd, Betty E.S. Duran Msw, Mph, Iván De La Rosa Msw, Phd

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

This study of BSW and MSW students (N = 122) in the School of Social Work at New Mexico State University reports student attitudes, concerns and interest in rural social work practice and rural social work practice curriculum. Strong support for rural social work practice and concomitant rural curriculum was evidenced by 93% who believed that social workers should practice in rural areas and 22% who ideally want to practice only in a rural community. Originally conceptualized and conducted to gather background data in support of a rural social work practice curriculum minor, its broader implications for rural social work …

The Murray Ledger And Times, April 3, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

A Case Study Of Health Risk Behaviors In A Sample Of Residents In Rural Appalachia, Gretchen E. Ely, Patricia G. Cook-Craig, Mark B. Dignan, Carol R. White, Sandy Good, Shelli Deskins

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

The purpose of this paper was to examine health risk behaviors from a sample of adults living in one of the nation’s poorest counties in Central Appalachia. A descriptive secondary analysis of data collected for a public health surveillance project was conducted to determine the most pressing health problems and risk behaviors affecting this unique population. Residents reported high rates of hypertension, back pain, and sleep problems. They also reported very low levels of physical activity. A discussion of results is provided, including a comparison of the study population to information from national surveys. The limitations of the study and …

The Murray Ledger And Times, April 2, 2010, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

The Murray State News, April 2, 2010, The Murray State News

Murray State University Collection

No abstract provided.

Forever Changed: The Transformation Of Rural America Through Immigration, Maha N. Younes Ph.D., Elizabeth A. Killip

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

This qualitative case study reveals the impact of immigration on one rural Midwestern community and its longtime residents. The 123 phone interviews and sessions conducted with two focus groups provide compelling insights into residents’ perceptions of immigration and immigrants as well as their ensuing personal and collective struggle with and adaptation to an immigration process that forever changed the community. The residents offer prudent insights for policy makers, immigrants, and other communities facing similar challenges. While the focus of the study is on the macro conversion of the community through the eyes of its residents, the author stresses the need …

A Retrospective Study Of Teen Pregnancy In West Virginia From 2003 -2008: A Descriptive Analysis, Emily L. Mccave Msw, Phd, Ashlea Shiflet Msw Candidate

Contemporary Rural Social Work Journal

In 2006, West Virginia surpassed the national average birth rate for teens ages 15 to 19 years old. Through the use of the state wide Birth Score data, this article presents a retrospective examination of 8,094 teens who gave birth in West Virginia during the years of 2003-2008. Descriptive data on health issues such as prenatal care, infant birth weight and mortality, as well as demographic characteristics, such a racial background and Medicaid status are presented. Implications of these health issues are discussed along with special considerations for health providers who work within the Appalachian region.