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Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 79, No. 1, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Hoang, Mai. Budget Concerns Again Looming Over the Hill
• Sebastian, Kandace. Campus Safety Task Force Issues Report
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Mass Media & Technology Building Opens – Sorta
• Baker, Joanie. Former Coach Paul Sanderford Hired as Fundraiser
• University, T.J. Samson Hospital Make Partnership
• Clark, Ashlee. Wake-Up Calls Among Perks – Telephone System
• Lamar, Mike. Editorial Cartoon re: Big Red to Serve & Protect
• Eadens, Adam. Get Your Free Money
• Safety A Concern, Not an Epidemic
• Hightower, Kyle. New Opinion Editor Hopes Job Will Be Search for Potential In Words
• Clark, …

Ua3/9/5 Faculty/Staff Convocation, Wku President's Office

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Speech delivered by WKU president Gary Ransdell at fall convocation. He discusses the Challenging the Spirit strategic plan, achievements, diversity, affirmative action, accessibility, accreditation and WKU's centennial.

Ua12/2/1 A Year In Review, Wku Student Affairs

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Special edition of the College Heights Herald.

• Ransdell, Gary. Welcome to Western!
• Campus Map
• A Few Words You’ll Live by While Traversing the Hill
• Bowling Green Community College Offers Unique Learning Opportunity
• Pike, Daniel. Dorms Wired for Computer Access
• Correspondence Courses Available
• Moore, Michael. Talisman Provides Unique Documentary
• New Telephone System Increases Services, Options

Ua12/2/1 A Year In Review: Sports, Wku Student Affairs

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Special edition of the College Heights Herald regarding athletics. Articles:

• Hightower, Kyle. Hiring David Elson Good Choice – So Was Willie Taggart – Football
• Moore, Michael. Hilltoppers Make Swell Choice in Good Ol’ Boy with Western Ties – Darrin Horn
• Ford, Brittany. Find Out Who You Are While You’re at Western
• Ford, Brittany. Food Services Getting Major Facelift
• Dining Dollars, Big Red Dollars Or Cash?
• Ford, Brittany. Senior Shares Experience on Class Scheduling

Barriers To Communication In Healthcare: Perceptions Of The Rural Elderly, Nicole Arachikavitz

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

There is presently a lack of research on the types of communication barriers faced by the rural elderly when accessing health care. Furthermore, much of the research on the rural elderly is old and outdated. Thus, this thesis research sought to identify and explore communication barriers faced by the rural elderly when accessing healthcare. Specifically, the research in this thesis seeks to answer the following research questions: What types of communication barriers do rural elderly face when seeking health care? More specifically, what sorts of patient-provider communication barriers will the rural elderly of South Central Kentucky identify? An interview guide …

Young Childrens' Understanding Of Superstitions, Kara Yeckering

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The aim of this study was to examine young children's understanding of superstitions—specifically bad luck superstitions. Children between the ages of 4 and 9 received a set of interview questions concerning their experiences with superstitions, their beliefs about the efficacy of superstitions, and their knowledge of the mental and physical components of superstitions. Participants also completed a belief task designed to assess the relative importance of belief and action in superstitions. The findings indicate developmental patterns in children's awareness of superstitions and beliefs in efficacy of superstitions. With age, children demonstrated a significantly greater awareness of superstitions. In contrast, children …

The Relationship Between Sport Fandom, Identification With A Specific Team, And An Individual's Socialization Experiences, Paul Frederiksen

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The present study was designed to gain a better understanding of why some people become sport fans and others do not. The study focused specifically on the differences in socialization experiences between people high and low in sport fandom and people high and low in team identification. Warm (2003) defines sport fandom as one's identification with his or her role as a sport fan. Wann (1997) states that team identification involves a person's psychological connection and attachment to a specific team. Understanding why people become sport fans can be of vital importance to sport marketers. Participants completed self-report measures of …

Narratives Of Cancer Survivors In Religious Life, Andrea Kitta

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Narratives of Cancer Survivors in Religions Life is a careful consideration of the narratives of cancer survivors, specifically those in Catholic religious life. Through the use of interviews and secondary sources, the author addresses such issues as relationship with God, stigmatization, community life, Parson's Sick Role, and labeling theories. This thesis also considers the perceived audience during the performance of narratives, specifically, if cancer survivors in religious life perceive God to be a part of their audience and looks at the structure of narratives concerning cancer survivorship.

Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism

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Newspaper created by students participating in the Minority Journalism Workshop hosted by the WKU Journalism Department.

• Clark, Ashlee. Campus Security Tightens in Wake of Murder
• Lau, Jessica. Diversity Grows, Problems Persist
• Yee, April. Home of Love
• Leong, Jennifer. State Street Baptist Church Rededication Date Set
• Cowherd, Heather. Growing Up Black in Bowling Green
• Clark, Ashlee & Aja Junior. Regents Approve Increased Budget
• Leong, Jennifer. Hispanic Ministry Provides Heartfelt Worship
• Taylor, Sean. Shake Rag Gains New Support, Awareness
• Taylor, Sean. Patriot Act Tramples Peoples' Civil Rights
• Clark, Ashlee. Got Ethics?
• Winters, Jonathan. Remove Patriotism from Flames
• Yee, April. Stereotypes
• Jefferson, Regina …

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.

Ua3/9/5 A Spirit Of Celebration, Wku President's Office

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Program and remarks used by WKU president Gary Ransdell at the 2003 recognition dinner for honorary doctorate recipients and university programs.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 57, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Brown, Abbey. Suspicious Fire Leaves Freshman Critical – Katie Autry
• Lord, Joseph & Abbey Brown. Pellville Freshman Known as Shy & Funny Without Even Trying
• Sasseen, Jessica. Sprinklers Extinguished Fire
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Poland Hall Security Heightened
• Tucker, Kyle. Family Shocked by Events
• Hoang, Mai. Dorm Evacuation Delays Studying for Final Exams
• Hoang, Mai. Students Urged to Talk About Feelings
• Casagrande, Michael. Freshman Football Players Drowns on Fishing Trip – Trey McMiller

Influences On Juror's Perceptions Of Sexual Harassment, Shawn Rainey

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Participants role-played jurors evaluating the facts of a potential sexual harassment incident, including information on victim and perpetrator intoxication levels. They first made an individual determination of sexual harassment, followed by a group determination. Generally, sober perpetrators were more likely to be perceived as guilty of sexual harassment than either intoxicated perpetrators or when no information on perpetrator intoxication was available. However, victim intoxication interacted with gender to impact decisions of sexual harassment. Men were less likely than women to find the perpetrator guilty when the victim was sober. Women were less likely than men to find the perpetrator guilty …

Ua12/2/1 Life After The Walk, Wku Student Affairs

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College Heights Herald magazine issue with the following articles:

• Sainlar, Lindsay. Seniors Battle Pre-Graduation Jitters as Real World Awaits
• Pike, Daniel. Senior Wonders Why He’s Still Here
• Mason, Kristy. Trips, Money Make Good Gifts
• Toone, Stephanie. Graduates Plan Barbecues, Parties After Big Day
• Brown, Abbey. No Job? Join the Peace Corps
• Hagan, Laura. Council on Postsecondary Education President to Speak – Tom Layzell
• Coffman, Josh. Hotels, Restaurants Booked
• Brueggemann, Marlene. Grads Head for New Life
• Damron, Catherine. Couples Face Graduation

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 56, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. Project Control Sought – Construction
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Western May Build Greek Village
• Mills, Zach. Bridging the Gap – Hispanic Resource Center
• Sebastian, Kandace. Western Plays for 100^th Anniversary
• Student Receives National Scholarship – Meghan Bishop
• Warren, Brandy. Broadcast Students Win Awards
• Brown, Abbey. Department Tries to Fill Vacancies – WKU Police
• Brown, Abbey. Woman Held for Indecent Exposure – Theresa Bager
• The 2003 Marsupial Awards
• Roberts, Amy. Student Still Searching for Herself
• Moore, Brian. Why Shouldn’t Western Prosper?
• Cordy, Thomas. New Puppy Teaches Tough Lesson
• Hoang, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 55, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. Alum Gives $500K – Dick Frockt
• Brown, Abbey. One Wrong Turn – Tyler Twyman, Drunk Driving
• Coffman, Josh. Students Take Part in Evening of Dance
• Sebastian, Kandace. Travel Plans Canceled – SARS, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
• McBride, Ryan. Driving Under Influence Proves Costly in Time & Money
• Late Fee Increases Should Be Rare
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Student Fees
• Nett, Corey. How Accessible is Western?
• Walker, Logan. Ray Harper Shouldn’t Have Been Overlooked
• Brown, Abbey. Escapee Caught in Front of Cherry Hall – Tammy Kinniard
• North, …

Ua25/2 Retirement Banquet, Wku Human Resources

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Program for WKU retirement banquet with list of retirees.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 54, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. Campaign Goal May Be Reached Tomorrow
• Hoang, Mai. Forensics Sweeps Contests
• Sebastian, Kandace. Politician Shares Experiences – Rebecca Jackson
• Sasseen, Jessica. Committee Recommends Four Student Fee Increases
• Hardin, Adriane. $36 Fee Would Cover Cost to Expand Parking Structure
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Administrators Work to Accommodate Teachers
• Donations Could Benefit All on Western’s Campus
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Finals
• Dirkes, Michael. Complaining About Taxes Does No Good
• Revolution 91.7. 91.7 Appreciates Referendum Support
• Mills, Zach. College Students Are the Mature Ones, Right?
• Sasseen, Jessica. Committee Proposes Room Names …

Ua3/9/5 Alive Center Speech Talking Points, Wku President's Office

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Talking points used by President Gary Ransdell at the opening of the ALIVE Center. Includes press release regarding Mitch McConnell's health issues and press release regarding the ALIVE Center.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 53, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. Couple Donates $750K to Athletics, Education
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Innovation & Commercialization Center Expands Markets
• North, Amber. Back in the Hunt – Softball
• Robinson, Jocelyn. Students Showcase Work at Film & Video Festival
• Rebecca Jackson to Speak
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Women’s Studies Awards
• Sebastian. Kandace. Three Elected to Staff Council
• Lord, Joseph. Greenview Donating $475,000
• Brown, Abbey. Student Charged with Assault – Jamie Byrd
• Faculty Should Take Faculty Senate Seriously
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Faculty Senators Missing Meetings
• Castleberry, Glenn. Suicide Must Be Discussed
• Bogard, Matt. Taxes an …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 52, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. It’s Good to Be Home – Darrin Horn
• Lord, Joseph. Faculty Senate Questions Function
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Organization Enhancing Role of Women – Women’s Alliance
• Lord, Joseph. Campaign Launched to Increase Awareness
• Mills, Zach. Students Share Struggles – Iraq War
• Hoang, Mai. Concert Features Students – Western Wind Ensemble
• Warren, Brandy. Computer Virus Lecture
• Wavering Toppers Should Stick It Out – Basketball
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon: To Transfer or Not to Transfer – Basketball
• Pike, Daniel. Double Standard for Dennis Felton, Players Unfair
• Vann, Michael. Coach Dennis Felton …

Ua58/4 Outstanding Graduate Student Awards Ceremony, Wku Graduate Studies & Research

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Program recognizing outstanding WKU graduate students.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 51, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. Ralph Willard, Darrin Horn Top List
• Robinson, Jocelyn. A Crowning Moment – Miss Black Western, Katherine Sharber
• Sasseen, Jessica. Diddle Arena Nearing Finish
• Sainlar, Lindsay. Sigma Kappa, Phi Delta Theta Win Tug of War
• Brown, Abbey. Former Student Dies in Crash – Derek Owsley
• All Not Lost in Dennis Felton’s Departure
• Kirby, Richard. Capt. Eugene Hoofer Will Be Missed
• Kidd, Jennifer. Woman’s Story Made Student Think – Liz Murray
• Pearce-Ford Tower Alarm Puller Needs a New Hobby
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: World’s Worst Criminals
• Toone, Stephanie. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 50, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. Dawg-gone: Dennis Felton Leaving for Georgia
• Hardin, Adriane & Abbey Brown. Fire Alarms Annoy Pearce-Ford Tower Residents
• Lord, Joseph. Tuition Costs Increasing Across State
• Sebastian, Kandace. Cultural Activities Coming to Downing University Center
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Downtown Could Get Facelift
• Insurance Plan Needs Second Look
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Blind Insurance
• Casagrande, Michael. Haven Home for Hopeless Fanatics
• Ross, Lisa. Pearce-Ford Tower fire Alarms Helping Swimmers
• Sasseen, Jessica. Lines May be Obsolete in Bookstore
• Hellmueller, Anthony. Department to Hold Student-run Plays – Theatre & Dance
• Sparks, Zack. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 49, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Sasseen, Jessica. Mold Tested in Dorm – Schneider Hall
• Robinson, Jocelyn. Sing for the Moment – Greek Week
• Lord, Joseph. Increase Concerns Faculty – Budget
• Hardin, Adriane. Patti Johnson, Jessica Martin Win Contested Student Government Association Election Races
• Sasseen, Jessica. Flooding Incident Under Investigation – McLean Hall
• Brown, Abbey. Nappy Roots Member Arrested – Vito Tisdale
• Concrete Canoe Teams Ready for Nationals
• Walsh, Erica. Alumnus Wins National Photography Award – Rick Loomis
• Hightower, Kyle. Murky Language Muddles University of Michigan Admissions Case – Affirmative Action
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 48, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lord, Joseph. David Elson Agrees to Contract – Football
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Mammoth Cave Lessons – Doug Foster
• Hardin, Adriane. Candidates Take Part in Forum – Student Government Association
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Project Could Trigger City Growth – William Natcher Parkway
• Student Government Association Election About More than the Candidates
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Student Government Association Ballot
• Roberts, Amy. Not Even Classes Ruin Springtime Happiness
• Carroll, Jamie, et al. Zac Carroll Family Appreciated Western’s Support
• Thomas, Jeff. Peace at What Cost?
• Felton, Dennis. Students Made Dennis Felton Proud
• Lord, …

Ua61/5 Social Work Newsletter, Wku Social Work

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Social Work newsletter contains articles:

• MSW Program Planned for Fall 2003
• Licensure Fcts
• May, Dean. A Note from the Department Head
• Public Child Welfare Certification Program
• Kentucky Coop Intern Program
• Health Enhancement of the Rural Elderly (HERE)
• Kentucky Foster Care Census
• Mobile Health & Wellness Unit
• Learning Mixed with Fun – Diversity Potlucks Meet Our New Faculty & Staff – Suzie Cashwell, Michelle Acree, Conrad Davies

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 47, Wku Student Affairs

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

• U.S. Forces Attack Iraq
• Lord, Joseph. Budget Priorities Outlined
• Hardin, Adriane. John Bradley Only Candidate for President – Student Government Association
• Sasseen, Jessica. Library Computer Lab Closes Early Due to Heat
• Coffman, Josh. War Changes Spring Break Travel Plans for Some
• Pike, Daniel. Despite War, the Games Must Go On – Basketball
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Iraq War
• They’re Fighting for Us
• Moore, Brian. It’s Hot. So What? – Computer Labs
• Johnson, Misty. Appreciated Vagina Monologues
• Lowther, Clare. Patti Johnson Supports One-stop Billing – Student Government Association
• Hardin, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 46, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Nation Moves Closer to War with Iraq
• Lord, Joseph. Former Employee Files Suit – Anita Joplin-Johnson
• Brown, Abbey. Saying Goodbye – Iraq War
• Robinson, Jocelyn. Students Get Singled Out During Charity Event – Sigma Kappa, Kappa Delta
• Hardin, Adriane. Jessica Martin Hopes to Increase Awareness – Student Government Association
• Lowther, Clare. Shawn Peavie to Connect Students & Student Government Association
• Sun Belt Tournament Rules Weren’t Clear
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Cinderella Slipper for Basketball Team
• Neidell, Jason. Diddle Arena Should Be Alive All the Time
• Lyles, Jacqulyn. Student …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 45, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Moore, Michael. Leslie Logsdon Scores 32 as Lady Tops Beat Middle Tennessee State University in Nail Biter
• Schoenbaechler, Danny. Tops Trail Early Against Middle Tennessee State University But Win Big, 64-52
• Brown, Abbey. Big Red Booted from Title Bout
• Lord, Joseph. Legislators Pass Few Bills
• Lowther, Clare. Dean Search Nears End – Health & Human Services
• Sasseen, Jessica. Topnet to Get One-stop Billing
• Parkers Should Pay for Expansion
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Parking Tickets
• WWHR Limited by Meager Budget
• Selig, Wood. Western Students Were Tournament MVPs
• Lacup, William. …