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Rollins College Catalogue, 1987-1988, Rollins College

Text Materials of Central Florida

Rollins College catalogue 1987-1988 with list of faculty and students and courses by department.

Rollins College Winter Term 1987, Rollins College

Text Materials of Central Florida

Rollins College catalogue with list of faculty and students and courses by department.

Applications Of Artificial Intelligence In Military Training Simulation, Igor V. Golovcsenko

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This report is a survey of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology contributions to military training. It provides an overview of military training simulation and a review of instructional problems and challenges which can be addressed by AI. The survey includes current as well as potential applications of AI, with particular emphasis on design and system integration issues. Applications include knowledge and skills training in strategic planning and decision making, tactical warfare operations, electronics maintenance and repair, as well as computer-aided design of training systems. The report describes research contributions in the application of AI technology to the training world, and it …

Selling The Stereotype: Sexist, Ageist, And Racist Typecasting In Network Television Advertising In 1986, Helen S. Becker

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Versatile Gasdynamics Computer Program For One-Dimensional Isentropic Rayleigh And Fanno Flows, Robert Kenneth Smith

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this research report is to discuss the development and results of a computer program (GASDYNAMICS) that solves a variety of compressible one-dimensional (1-D) steady gas dynamics problems utilizing the algebraic equations that result from the governing differential equations assuming perfect gas condition. This report shows how the governing differential equations that are derived from the ideal gas law, the definition of Mach number and the fundamental conservation laws of mass, energy, and momentum can be developed into their algebraic forms when additional simplifying assumptions are made.

GASDYNAMICS solves problems for either a converging or a converging –diverging …

Diffraction Modelling For Saw Devices On Anisotropic Substrates, Melanie A. Roberts

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This thesis presents two approaches to solving the diffraction problem for SAW devices on anisotropic substrates. Diffraction is a nonlinear second-order effect which alters SAW performance, and some of the difficulty in predicting the actual effect is the anisotropy of acoustic materials, which makes the Fresnel Integral solution non-trivial. An accurate model for diffraction effects will allow compensation to be made without iterations in expensive and time consuming fabrication and testing processes, especially since it is difficult to isolate diffraction from other second-order effects. Of the two methods of modelling, one is a Fresnel Integral evaluation approach, and the other …

Hiring Practices At An Independent College, Richard W. Platt

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article details the hiring process for communication faculty at Marist College, an independent liberal arts institution with a growing communication arts program. It outlines institutional structures, administrative procedures, and decision-making protocols involved in recruitment and selection. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between program-level planning, divisional coordination, and centralized administrative approval. The paper documents each stage of hiring—from needs assessment and position authorization to advertisement, search committee formation, candidate evaluation, interviewing, and appointment. The description highlights the integration of affirmative action compliance, equitable search practices, and procedural transparency. Faculty expectations include teaching, research, and service responsibilities consistent with the …

Aca News

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This issue of ACA News provides organizational updates and reports on leadership transitions, conference activities, and new administrative initiatives within the Association for Communication Administration (ACA). J. Robert Wills of the University of Texas at Austin assumed the ACA presidency, succeeding Robert K. Tiemens, while Robert M. Smith of Wichita State University was named President-Elect. Newly elected Executive Committee members included Robert E. Davis, Martha Nell Hardy, and James Symons. The bulletin also lists referees and paper submission data for the 1986 publication year, reflecting high participation and a 32% acceptance rate. Salary data from national sources are summarized for …

Minutes Of The Executive Committee Meeting Chicago November 12, 1986

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

The annual meeting of the Association for Communication Administration (ACA)'s Executive Committee, held in November 1986 in Chicago, Illinois.

The State Of Mass Communication, Ellen Wartella

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article evaluates the state of mass communication as an academic field, examining its organizational, educational, and theoretical conditions in the mid-1980s. The discussion situates mass communication within a context of growing public, institutional, and industrial interest in media and communication technologies. Three major areas are identified. Organizationally, the field is experiencing departmental consolidation and debate over nomenclature as traditional speech and journalism programs merge into unified communication units. Educationally, enrollments are expanding rapidly, yet faculty shortages and an industrial hiring model threaten academic rigor. Theoretically, the discipline faces tensions between professional training and liberal arts orientations, as well as …

The Master Of Fine Arts: Making Good Better, August W. Staub, B. Don Massey

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article traces the historical development, institutional acceptance, and current challenges of the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree, particularly in theatre. Originating as a terminal degree in the visual arts, the MFA evolved as a professional credential for artist-teachers and was later adopted in drama, music, and dance. The discussion reviews the MFA’s growing legitimacy as an alternative to the studio doctorate, its international appeal, and its role in integrating artistic practice with academic standards. Persistent issues identified include program proliferation, curricular dilution, and inconsistent admission practices driven by enrollment pressures. The authors note disciplinary peculiarities of theatre, where …

Excellence In Education: The States Take Charge / Education For A Democratic Future. Equity And Excellence: Toward An Agenda For School Reform, Robert W. Glenn

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Two books are reviewed: "Excellence in Education: The States Take Charge," by Denis P. Doyle and Terry W. Hartle; "Education for a Democratic Future: Equity and Excellence: Toward an Agenda for School Reform."

College Of Education Annual Report And Summary Of Research And Creative Activities, July 1, 1986 - June 30, 1987, University Of Central Florida. College Of Education

Research Activities & Annual Reports

University of Central Florida College of Education annual report and summary of research and creative activities, July 1, 1986 - June 30, 1987. Covers annual reports, grants and contracts, publications, creative works, and services.

An Evaluation Of A Parent Sex Education Program, Janice Devlin

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

Sex education during childhood and adolescence is much more than a "birds and bees" discussion between a mother and a daughter or a seventh-grade science unit on human reproduction. It is, rather, a pervasive experience involving children's everyday interactions with friends, family, and their wider social environments. Elizabeth Roberts (1980) has developed a framework for understanding sexuality that emphasizes the broad-based nature of sexual learning. She focuses on six dimensions of sexuality which are socially learned: gender role, affection and intimacy, family roles and social life styles, body image, erotic experiences, and reproduction. The role of the family in each …

Psychological Effects Of Divorce On Children: A Developmental Approach, Arlene Iasimone

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Assessment Of The Extent Of Agreement On The Implementation Of Instructional Design Principles Among Corporate Training And Development Experts, Elba C. Grovdahl

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

A sample of corporate instructional designers and professors of instructional design completed the "Corporate Instructional Design Scale." The data yielded information on the extent of agreement that descriptive statements identified conventionally and systematically designed instruction.

Descriptive and asymmetric log linear (statistical) analyses were conducted. In the asymmetric log linear analyses, the extent of agreement was used as the dependent variable. The three independent variables with three levels each were Program type (conventionally designed instruction, both conventionally and systematically designed instruction, and systematically designed instruction), Instructional component (instructional intents, instructional strategies, and instructional assessments), and Trainer type (professional trainers in manufacturing, …

Self Confrontation Versus The Cosby Show's Effect On Young And Old Adolescent's Value Systems, Cathy A. Sauer

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Criteria For Referral Of Pre-School Children By Pediatricians And Family Practice Physicians To Audiologists And Otolaryngologists, Janet Celia James

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether pediatricians and family practice physicians were using standard criteria referring pre-school children to otolaryngologists and/or audiologists. Data was collected regarding the types of instruments and procedures used in the referral, in addition to the etiologies most frequently referred. Comparisons of referral criteria were made between pediatricians and family practice physicians.

A 17-item questionnaire regarding audiological tests, procedures and pathologies was sent to 108 pediatricians and 112 familiar practice physicians in the Central Florida area. Similarities in tests and procedures used by the two groups of physicians were limited to the use …

The Ucf Report, Vol. 09 No. 13, December 17, 1986, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Artists invited to offer work for Wild Pizza; SUS chancellor, AT&T officer to speak to Friday's graduates; Happy; Roads closed; Open House; Report: For the future of America: State colleges/universities must take leadership roles.

Charrette Conference - Development Potentials For Adventure America In Washington, Dc, Harrison Price Company

Harrison "Buzz" Price Papers

Harrison Price Company (HPC) was retained in December 1986 to organize and carry out a charrette conference directed at defining an optimum concept and economic potential for Adventure America, a commercial attraction to be developed in Washington, DC. The goal of the client was to offer an attraction developed on the immense historical and governmental thematic base of this great city. The project is aimed directly at the millions of visitors who come each year to the Nation's capital.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 31, December 11, 1986

Central Florida Future

UCF preserve saves plants and trees; Finals week stressful, but not linked to illness; Looks make the grades; Martinez hiring freeze at UCF nothing but rumor; News: 1,000 UCF grads enter real world; Bacchus kicks off Great Safe Holiday Break drive at UCF; Saga [Food Services] improves safety following accident; Opinion: Grade forgiveness, withdrawal policy fair as they stand; Future world: A tall person writes a very short column (by Chris Richcreek); Sports: DeAnn Craft: A step above (with photo); Julie Cardinale: Points the way (with photo); Akers awarded All-American honors; Confetti: The entertainment and feature supplement of the Central …

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 30, December 9, 1986

Central Florida Future

Students protest CIA recruiting; Financial aid forms late, funds not; Future late; Slightly Off Campus; News: Lack of funds closing colleges; Radiant barriers help keep southern homes cooler (by Florida Solar Energy Center); News clips: Less parking; Opinion: Campus coverage: it's not just fluff... it's our job; Sports.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 29, December 4, 1986

Central Florida Future

Air Force ROTC holds annual dinner (photo); UCF student senate two-thirds greek; Robotics Club seeks funding; State legislature allocates $9 million for new fieldhouse; News: Tougher restrictions announced for financial aid; State legislature allocates $9 million for new fieldhouse; News clips: Minority salute; Cheerleaders face growing dangers; Pornographic films face elimination at colleges; Rape epidemic plagues campuses throughout the nation; Opinion: Media overreact in Reagan's latest crisis; Sports: Football 1986: the highs and the lows; Confetti: The entertainment and feature supplement of the Central Florida Future.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 28, December 2, 1986

Central Florida Future

Marching band to benefit from athletic fee increase (photo); UCF's handicapped find faults with school; UCF rule says no to firearms; News: Residency claims, fraud cost state; Less minorities attending college; Fake IDs making comeback; Opinion: There is no right or wrong in senate conflict; The other side of nowhere: All the best things are cheap (by Tim Ball).

Park Equus Local Resident Study, Ady Milman

Dick Pope Sr. Institute Publications

Tourism is the largest industry in the state of Florida and especially large in Central Florida. In 1985, close to 30 million domestic and international tourists visited the state. These visitors purchased goods and services worth $19 billion. The Florida Division of Tourism estimated that in 1985, Central Florida was one of the most popular destinations in the State, hosting 23% of auto visitors arrivals and 19% of air visitors arrivals. Central Florida attractions have always been very popular: In 1985, Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Center accounted for over 50% of Florida's air and auto attraction visitors. …

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 27, November 25, 1986

Central Florida Future

Bike path in need of proper lighting; UCF team wins computer contest; Transfer students denied equality; Senate votes to fund greek road trip; UCF News: New department heads give UCF insight; Discount dental service to arrive; News: New department heads give UCF insight; Discount dental service to arrive; Features: Star Trek IV. The Voyage Home, best yet; Opinion: On Thanksgiving, let's be thankful for what we have; The other side of nowhere: Hey Trev, I can't see out here (by Tim Ball); Sports: UCF's little man goes for the big time (with photo of Teddy Wilson); [Teddy] Wilson nominated for …

Sandspur, Vol 93 No 04, October 29, 1986, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 14, October 9, 1986

Central Florida Future

BOR forces credit union to re-locate; Committee may hike health fee, Fee could rise from 524 to 530; Yugoslavian writers bring their works to UCF; News: university searches for missing money; UCF's Marching Band Dancers (photo); Energy saving answers to questions (by Florida Solar Energy Center); Opinion: Football team, UCF sports deserve more than just a raw deal; From the spleen: UCF slogans submitted for approval (by Adam Chrzan); Life its ownself: Things hopping at Student Center (by Ira D. Smith); Sports: NCAA blows ii for Knights in poll; No more Bridges to cross (photo of David Bridges); Confetti: The …

The Ucf Report, Vol. 09 No. 08, October 8, 1986, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Academic Affairs asks applications for two top posts; National news helps Chases revise ancient Maya history; Credit Union moves near bookstore; THE bridge reopening only days away: Alafaya Trail will flow again; College phonathon off to a good start; Economist Thurow to speak at UCF.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 13, October 7, 1986

Central Florida Future

Paperwork delays funds from grants; Student financial aid requirements stiffen; Bridge repairs to be completed this week; Beach Boys highlight parade of UCF homecoming happenings; News: Colleges fight for new names; UCF's Alma Mater (lyrics); News clips: Video rentals; Honor society; Opinion: UCF overcomes apathetic image; sports some pride; Future world: Where, oh where did the voters go (by Chris Richcreek); The other side of nowhere: Florida craps out in lotto issue (by Tim Ball); Sports: Ladies win 7th straight (soccer).