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Staff Activities In The Texas House Of Representatives, David F. Prindle, James Burshtyn

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

In this study multivariate analysis is applied to the allocation of staff time among members of the Texas House of Representatives. Ideology of the representative is found to be an important factor in explaining differences in staff behavior. Chief staffers serving liberal Democrats and Republicans report spending less time on constituency service, and more time on policy research, than do staffers serving conservative Democrats. There are differences between the parties, but not between the ideologies, on time spent with lobbyists. Other variables, such as urban population of the district, and the years a legislator has served in the House, show …

Social Work Pac's And State Social Work Associations Purpose, History, And Action Strategies, Gary Mathews

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Social work as a profession has only recently become politically active. One consequence of this interest in the political process has been the proliferation of political action committees as creatures of the National Association of Social Workers and its state chapters. Social work PAC's are a key ingredient necessary to enable the profession to influence public policy. Perhaps because political action committees are new to NASW, or perhaps because NASW is new to politics, very little has been written about the history, purpose or strategic implications of these committees.

This paper will trace the development and operation of PAC's and …

Policy Traditions In American State Politics, Robert L. Savage

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

An examination of the states across a wide range of policy innovations during three historical periods reveals policy traditions having distinctive geographic limits roughly conforming to major regions commonly recognized in American politics. Only two of these traditions, the "Southern Parochial" and the "Northeastern Bureaucratic," persist across time and even these have been weakened. This provides some evidence that while multilinear evolution along regional lines will continue to contribute to differences in policy values among the American states in the foreseeable future, sociocultural integration is the stronger dynamic in American political development, especially since about 1930.

The Intersection Of Political Culture And Fiscal Federalism: State Block Grants In Alabama, David Sink, Michele Wilson

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Political culture and intergovernmental relations together shape specific policy actions of a state government within the constraints of its economic condition. Although financial resources provided a state government strongly influence the level of its policy outputs, the political and administrative dynamics appear to affect the exact nature of that policy. A case study of state block grant implementation in the state of Alabama provides an opportunity to observe these variables in action. In particular, the prominent role played by the executive branch appears to have influenced strongly the decisions made concerning social services, health policy, and community development.

Western News, April 14, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Two to receive Distinguished Service Awards April, Goal surpassed in WMU United Way campaign, More than 1,800 to be awarded degrees April 23, Areopagitica 'Blues!' Bernhard issues call to freedom in address at third annual Presidential Scholars Convocation

Western News, April 7, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Bernhard expresses hope that 'civility and respect' would characterize discussion, Tree-planting to be part of 'Jim Miller Day' today, Faculty development is final Forum topic, Share of Blanchard's cut is $1.8 million, Noted petrologist to speak here next week, Balance needed to produce liberally educated professionals; Ehrle says

The Westerner Vol. 3 No. 5, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Four honored as record number graduate in April • Dance master, scientist given honorary degrees • 'Partners in Progress' $l million over goal • Homecoming theme selected • SAE wins award • Governor recommends budget hike • Matthews appointed dean, engineering and applied sciences • Academic name changes approved • Intellectual Skills shares with schools • Alumnus wins 'Ghandi' Oscar • Computers are vital tools in chemistry class and beyond • 'Jim Miller Day' a big success • New room and board rates approved • More than 900 ‘Meet WMU' • Eighty years of teaching, research, and public service: …

Community Development In Northeast Thailand A Case Study Of Don-Lum-Kom Village, Peerapat Booncharoen

Masters Theses

This is the study of community development problems confronting a rural village (Don-Lum-Kom) in Northeast Thailand. The study is based on field research and examines five major topics. First, a history of community development in Thailand is provided; second, an overview of Don-Lum-Kom village is given; third, agricultural changes are described and evaluated; fourth, educational changes are described and evaluated; and fifth, the conflict between bureaucracy and culture is examined.

A Correlational Analysis Between The Teacher Perceiver Interview And Teacher Success In The Chippewa Valley School System, Richard J. Zaranek

Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine if a relationship exists between the score attained on the Teacher Perceiver Interview instrument used in the Chippewa Valley School System and teacher success. Specifically, this study analyzed teacher success by having each respondent complete a self-satisfaction instrument and by having each respondent's immediate supervisor complete an administrative evaluation about the respondent. Results obtained on these instruments were then correlated to the Teacher Perceiver Interview results attained by the respondents at the time of their hire. This correlation was determined by using a Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient.

The sample of teachers used …

Western News, March 31, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 'Jim Miller Day' for beautification to be April 7, Intellectual Skills reaches off campus to schools, Amoco Foundation offers geophysics scholarship, Mills named Michigan Dance Teacher of Year, Hathaway is 'Outstanding Young' SAE

Western News, March 3, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 'Tech-Expo' March 18-19 to feature demonstrations, Bennett; Hartenstein are Senate officers, Name changes for two academic units approved, Staff member to go to Bryn Mawr/HERS Institute this summer for three weeks, Israeli tank brigade officer speaks March 14, Ellinger and Iffland granted retirement as emeriti, Solomon Amendment 'unwise law:' Bernhard

Western News, February 17, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: John Kemeny to give two addresses; get degree, Canada Week speaker to talk here Monday, Black History Month schedule has remaining events, Jamake Highwater in residence here next week, Handicappers Awareness Week activities will begin here with wheelchair basketball, Prab president to speak at dinner Tuesday, Visiting Scholar Busch to speak here next week on chemistry topics; research, John E. Fetzer Business Development Center construction on schedule, Social Work workshop on women scheduled

Western News, January 27, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Edwards; Ludlow elected Board officers Friday, Kemeny to receive honorary degree, Callan appointed Distinguished University Professor, Presidents Council urges Blanchard to 'maintain, improve' higher ed support, Board grants emeritus status to Meagher; Travers, Schedule seminar in Israel from May 1 to 22, Callan named Distinguished University Professor

Western News, January 20, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Wetnight to make statement to PSC today, Survey shows strong support for higher education, Ho writes book on Chinese economy growth, Neubig visiting professor at Ohio University, List winter semester psychology speakers

Western News, January 6, 1983, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Staffing levels to be reduced; Bernhard tells Board, Project EXCITE subject of UPI story in Free Press, Cain elected president of AAUP chapter here, Bernhard establishes two committees to examine University reorganization, 'Wise counsel' appreciated; Edwards tells Kemp at Kemp's last Board meeting Dec. 17, Hill appointed marketing chairperson, Bosco named director of Merze Tate Center, VanderMeulen granted retirement by Board

University Employee Service Recognition Program 1983, Western Michigan University

25 Year Club

25 Year Club

• New Inductees
• Charters Members
• Twenty Years of Service
• Fifteen Years of Service
• Ten Years of Service

Bulletin Western Michigan University: Undergraduate Catalog 1983-1985, Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Course Catalogs (1904-present)

• Accreditation
• University Calendar
• Admission, Advising, and Career Education
• Student Fees
• Fees
• Residency
• Student Financial Aid and Scholarships
• Financial Aid Procedures
• Scholarships and Awards
• Student Loans
• Grant Programs
• Student Employment
• Student Services
• Miscellaneous Information
• Councils
• General Regulations
• Programs of Study
• Degrees and Curricula
• The Honors College
• International Education and Programs
• School of Library and Information Science
• College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Business
• College of Education
• College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
• College of Fine Arts
• College of General Studies
• College of Health and Human Services
• The Graduate College
• Division of Continuing Education
• The Directories
• Buildings and Grounds
• The Index

1983 Brown & Gold Western Michigan University, Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Yearbooks (1906-1985)

• Pictures from across campus
• Pictures of Seniors

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting December 17, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Minutes
• Correspondence
• President's Remarks
• Academic Personnel Report
• Non-Academic Personnel Report
• Gift and Grant Report
• President's Report re University Staffing Resolution
• Recommendation re Reinvestment of Bond
• Board Committee Reports
• Public Comments

Western News, December 9, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Bernhard challenges AAUP report on staffing levels, UW total exceeds $38,000, UCCS maintenance phase to be in two steps, Minority Mentoring program is a success, 167 enrolled in EXCITE workshops

Western News, December 2, 1982, Western Michgan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 98 to be honored as members of 25 Year Club, 'Carmina Burana' cantata to have 250 performers, Burke assumes new duties as University coordinator of student recruitment activities, Reports on UCCS appeals determinations, Brown and Gold Day attracts many students

Analysis Of The Prehistoric Settlement Pattern Survey Project In The Lower Kalamazoo River Valley: The 1978 And 1979 Field Seasons, Deborah K. Rhead

Masters Theses

Western Michigan University's Settlement Pattern Survey, Implemented in the Spring of 1978 under the direction of Or. Elizabeth Garland, is an intensive problem-oriented survey aimed at discerning patterns of prehistoric settlement in Allegan County, Michigan. This thesis is based on the analysis of the Settlement Pattern Survey data for the 1978 and 1979 seasons. The use of sampling strategies in archaeology and corresponding problems with analytical statistics is examined with particular reference to the Settlement Pattern Survey Project. The application of cluster analysis to the Settlement Pattern Survey project 1s also discussed. As a result of this analysis, distinct patterns …

The Design, Field Test, And Description Of A Model For Collaborative Long-Range Community Planning, Ozzie D. Parks

Dissertations

The purpose of the study was to design and field test a model for collaborative long-range community planning. A model was designed on the basis of research found in the literature, tested in a community setting, and evaluated regarding its effectiveness.

The problem delineated for the study was the lack of collaborative long-range planning in our society, particularly at the community level. A review of the literature in this field indicated that although long-range planning is considered to be important, it is seldom practiced successfully. The study's response to the problem was to design and field test a model which …

Western News, November 4, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Grad programs get ASHA reaccreditation, State appropriates $1.2 million for McCracken Hall, Set Intellectual Skills Development conference, Recess scheduled for end of year, Appropriations compromises for 1982-83 described, Nichols named Swickard pre-school director, Woman Researcher Conference next Friday

Western News, September 30, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Dalton Center dedication is 3 p.m. Friday on Arts Plaza, Milwood School project receives third year grant, The dedication of the Dorothy U. Dolton Center at Western Michigan University, Begin Reading Center; Clinic 50th anniversary

Western News, August 12, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 1,655 will receive degrees on Aug. 20; Lake to be honored, Work to begin on Tate Center this fall, Department of Geology presents groundwater atlas to Gov. Milliken, Emeriti invited to attend commencement, Final summer edition of News is next Thursday

Western News, June 10, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Revised higher education budget increase would be 5 percent, Inflatible Light Workshop will be Sunday, Perlman and Dance Theatre coming this fall, Thomas named vice chairman of U.S. Steel, Gary Fund tops its 1982 goal of $275,000, Sky Broncos will host national air meet, Sorensen will be honored at ceremony

The Socializer, June 1982, Department Of Sociology

The Socializer

Volume 1, Number 21 of the Socializer, published June, 1982.

The Westerner Vol. 2 No. 6, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Students urged to seek loons quickly • Automotive sleuths assist police with accident probes • Board expresses concern over proposed federal aid cuts • MAGS honors students, faculty members • Atlas of state's groundwater resources published • Among Alumni • Alumnotes • Sports

Bulletin - Western Michigan University: The Graduate Catalog 1982-1984 , Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Course Catalogs (1904-present)

• Section I: General Policies and Procedures • Section II: Master's Degree Programs and Requirements • Section III: Specialist Degree Programs and Requirements • Section IV: Doctoral Degree Programs and Requirements • Section V: Description of Graduate Courses • Section VI: The Graduate Faculty