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The Use Of Nonhuman Subjects In Behavior Analysis: A Review Of Jeab Studies, Dylan David Schmorrow

Dissertations

This study examined the use of nonhuman subjects in the Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior, and the level of invasiveness of those studies. The invasiveness level of each study was determined according to the Shapiro and Field (1987) invasiveness rating scale. All studies published from 1958 through 1992 were considered. In addition to rating the individual studies with the invasiveness scale, data were collected concerning the species of the subjects and their number, whether anaesthesia, analgesia, drugs or toxic agents were used, whether surgery took place, levels of deprivation, and if the subjects died.

The findings from this …

Laboratory Studies Of Filter Pack Grain-Size Distributions And Hydrophobic Treatments To Enhance The Recovery Of Free-Phase Floating Hydrocarbons, Hugh Garret Heuvelhorst

Masters Theses

Experiments were conducted in laboratory sand tanks to evaluate filter pack design criteria in an effort to improve free-product hydrocarbon recovery from sand aquifers. Filter sands were prepared and installed in the test tanks to examine the relative efficiency of two different grain sizes and two different grain-size distributions to imbibe kerosene from the formation sand and release it to their respective wells. Treatments of different chemical products were applied to other filter sands to create a hydrophobic coating on the grains. The hydrophobic coatings were tested on filter sands of different grain sizes and grain-size distributions and compared to …

Nonlinear Dynamic Finite Element Simulation Of Hydroelastic Mounts For Light Weight Vehicles, Talla Jayapal Reddy

Masters Theses

Modern light weight vehicles generate large noise levels, that may need bulky classical rubber mounts to suppress. Hydroelastic mounts can significantly reduce the vibration level of current production automobiles without weight penalty. However, the highly nonlinear behavior of hydroelastic mounts has not been established yet and its use is, therefore, limited to trial and error design methods.

This study discusses the implementation of nonlinear finite element simulation of hydroelastic mounts using the ANSYS finite element code. Fluid elements are limited to linear analysis and therefore are incompatible with the nonlinear hyperelastic elements. A method is proposed to simulate the fluid …

Enhanced Retroreflection Of Light From Rough Metal Surfaces, Sivakumar Natarajan

Masters Theses

The optical constants n and k measured by Johnson and Christy (1972) for the noble metals (gold, silver and copper) are used to analyze the relationship between the surface characteristics and the peak height and half-width of the backscattering peak which is observed in the angular distribution of the intensity of diffusely reflected light at a vacuum-metal interface in a direction antiparallel to the original incident beam. Surfaces with surface roughness of heights less than 200 A to 300 A will be considered and a recently developed perturbation treatment will be used in these studies.

The backscattering of light from …

Western News, May 20,1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Haenicke urges employees to learn about ballot initiative, Byle; Kundel selected for Distinguished Service Awards, Three departments in student affairs renamed; Bryan chosen for position in Career Services, Capozzi on research council, Bernhard Center to become smoke free Tuesday, June 1.

Western News, May 6,1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Miller remembered for leadership during great growth, Haenicke testifies before House subcommittee; legislators concerned about tuition, compensation, 2,500 expected here for 28th Medieval Congress, New Mathematics Education Center previewed, Gary Fund moves to WMU Foundation offices.

The Westerner Vol. 13 No. 3, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Intolerance: one common thread connecting nations • Improvements in athletic, recreation facilities force teams to 'practice' creativity • Beulah Kendall remembered for exceptional generosity • President Emeritus James W. Miller remembered as fine arts champion • University News in Brief • Sunseeker 93 powers up for 1,000-mile race • Universities across the country grapple with real-world diversity challenges • Prototype institute seeks better race, ethnic relations • Despite the positives, students sag problems, frustrations persist • Alumnotes • It's high time that you joined us! • Homecoming 1993: Let the games begin • Two 'wheelers' and dealers share expertise …

Social Work Practice And Technological Disasters: The Navajo Uranium Experience, Susan E. Dawson

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Findings of a community case study of Navajo uranium workers and their families are presented in light of the effects of technological disasters. The workers and their families were exposed to occupational and environmental hazards associated with the mining and milling of uranium. Implications for social work practice and education are presented using the concepts of a therapeutic community and victim typology.

Victims Of Terrorism: Is It A 'Non-Issue'?, Uri Yanay

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Despite the growing 'detente' or because of it, the world faces the danger of an increased number of ethnic, religious and separatist movements that actively seek visibility, fearing that otherwise their case might be overlooked. This may be one of the reasons terrorism is a growing phenomena, causing injuries and death to people and significant damage to property.

Most governments ignore victims of terrorism. Denying the problem or providing scant help to victims does not solve the problem fairly. The political nature of the problem and the multitude of damages caused by terrorism requires legal entitlements and State resources to …

Journal Of Sociology & Social Welfare Vol. 20, No. 2 (June 1993)

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE AND TECHNOLOGICAL DISASTERS: THE NAVAJO URANIUM EXPERIENCE - Susan E. Dawson
• VICTIMS OF TERRORISM: IS IT A "NON-ISSUE" - Uri Yanay
• THE IMPACT OF WORK HISTORY ON ECONOMIC SECURITY AT OLD AGE AMONG AFRICANS IN SOUTH AFRICA - Martha Tshitsi S. Mbatha
• REFORMULATION OF THE CONTEXT OF COMMUNITY BASED CARE - Phillip Fellin
• CHILD CARE NEEDS OF WELFARE RECIPIENTS IN MARYLAND'S WELFARE REFORM PROGRAM - Barbara H. Vann & Todd W. Rofuth
• PURCHASE OF SERVICE CONTRACTING IN THE 1990'S: HAVE EXPECTATIONS BEEN MET? - Peter M. Kettner & Lawrence L. Martin
• CHARACTERISTICS OF SOCIAL …

Western News, April 15, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Reish chosen as dean of Lee Honors College, WMU program putting first-grade readers back on track, Smith earns highest tribute from state organization, Stenesh book offers new approach to biochemistry, Maier directing project to compile oral history recorded by prominent Kalamazoo physician, Castel book on Civil War wins prestigious prize.

Western News, April 8, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Founding director and new graduates will share the limelight in Lee Honors College observance, From two to 276 students - Department of Occupational Therapy has come a long way, Noted Australian entomologist will lead sessions as part of Visiting Scholars and Artists Program, Race relations institute works to ease tensions with seminars for city of Kalamazoo employees.

Utilization Of Paper Mill Primary Sludge, Daniel D. Schultz

Paper Engineering Senior Theses

Recyclable fines and filler contribute to approximately one half the primary sludge stream, and is often disposed of instead of utilized to its fullest potential. With successful recovery of the fines and filler from the primary sludge, less raw material will be needed in the production of paper. This will decrease the cost of virgin material and the cost of disposing the sludge, while at the same time decreasing the volume of waste sent to landfills. Primary sludge was collected from a local paper mill and stored at the facilities of Western Michigan University. Solids and ash testing was done …

Western News, April 1, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Senate approves lion's share of proposal for revised general education policy, WMU 'committed to proper zoning' for most of research and business park land, official says, Undergraduate researchers to showcase work, Sharma, Ellin to lead Faculty Senate in 1993-94.

A Revitalized Role For Library Media Specialists In School Reading Programs, Mary L. Piersma, Diane D. Allen

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

At 8:00 a.m., while children are arriving at school, Mrs.Beasley, the elementary school library media specialist, is busy shelving the books returned yesterday. She has new books to catalog, newspaper and magazines to display and audio visual equipment to distribute to teachers. Before she completes any of this, her first group of children arrives for their regularly scheduled 30 minutes library visit. Mrs. Beasley attempts to help a few children in their selection of appropriate books, but finds that she spends most of her time checking books in and out. To Mrs. Beasley's dismay, there is little time to share …

Reading Horizons Vol. 33, No. 4

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Complete Issue of Reading Horizons, volume 33, issue 4.

Comparison Study Of The Implementation Rate Of Eighteen Middle School Characteristics In Michigan And National Blue Ribbon Schools, Gregg G. Mowen

Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine the current amount of Implementation of the 18 middle school characteristics as reported by principals from randomly selected middle level schools In the state of Michigan and In middle level schools designated as Blue Ribbon schools (U.S. Department of Education, 1991). This study used a survey questionnaire that was initially designed by RIegle (1971) to measure the rate of Implementation of the middle school characteristics. The survey was mailed to Michigan and Blue Ribbon middle level school principals, selected randomly via a table of random numbers. The return rate for Michigan schools …

A Comparison Of The Hutchings’ Low-Stress, Factor Analysis, Hand-Held Calculator, And Conventional Addition Algorithms For Speed, Accuracy, And Preference With Regular Education Students, John C. Hampel

Masters Theses

Three repeated measures experiments were conducted to determine the efficiency with which medium and low math-achieving, fourth- and fifth-grade students computed two sizes of addition problems using each of four different algorithms. The experimenter selected the conventional algorithm and the hand-held calculator because they are currently in popular use. The experimenter selected the Hutchings' low-stress and factor analysis algorithms because of their demonstrated performance enhancing characteristics and unique design features. The three written algorithms represented a design continuum that facilitated a powerful deductive analysis.

In all conditions the Hutchings' low-stress algorithm produced incrementally superior performance consistent with its unique features. …

Impurity Modes In Photonic Band Structures, Yi-Fen Chang

Masters Theses

In this thesis I study a theoretical model of one-dimensional dielectric array (a layered system of dielectric slabs) which forms a periodic dielectric system in which band gaps are opened in the frequency spectrum. Specifically, we study such a one-dimensional array with linear impurities introduced in the periodic dielectric system. In these impurity structures narrow resonant modes are found in the band gaps as impurity modes and these impurity modes change with the dielectric constant. This impurity problem is similar to the donor and acceptor state problem in electronic semiconductors. The calculations presented in this thesis are based on numerically …

Improved Filter-Pack Design For Hydrocarbon Recovery Wells In Unconsolidated Aquifers, Thomas R. Barrett

Masters Theses

Laboratory sand tank experiments and two field studies were conducted to determine filter-pack designs that would increase the hydrocarbon flow rate into hydrocarbon recovery wells. Previous laboratory experiments have shown that using filter-packs of Teflon chips or sands treated with a water repellent spray will increase the rate of hydrocarbon recovery into wells in laboratory bail down test experiments.

The results of the laboratory investigations suggest that using a hydrophobic filter-pack with a median grain-size of 2.5-3.5 greater than that of the aquifer will provide the greatest rate of hydrocarbon recovery.

In two field studies, wells constructed with a hydrophobic …

Western News, March 25, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Board OKs summary plan for research and business park, Trustees give go-ahead to first phase of park, Chicago firm to provide development services, Hispanic week to feature 'LaBamba' writer/director, Lighting designer to speak as part of visiting artists program, Conference to explore issues facing Native Americans, Cambridge scholar to present Eliade lectures, Self-Enhancement Services helps put troubled students back on their feet, 'Bod Squad' comes to the rescue in health education, Hodge selected for national ad hoc committee to make recommendations on reaccreditation.

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting March 19, 1993, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Remarks by the President
• WMU Research and Business Park: Summary Plan
• Resolution re Trustee Emeritus Roberts
• Authorization to Confer Degrees
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Gift Report
• Personnel Report
• Retirement
• Authorization to Enter into Swap Agreement
• Authorization to Borrow and Refund Series 1991 Bonds
• Lease Agreement - Center for Developmentally Disabled Adults
• Student Room and Board and Apartment Rental Rates for 1993
• Reconveyance of the Dalton Center
• Executive Session
• WMU Research and Business Park
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, March 18, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Roy S. Roberts resigns from Board of Trustees, Three to be honored with 'Woman of the Year' awards, Barrett has 'open door' policy to promote communication, Pretty elected president and CEO ofWMU Foundation, Former faculty member to speak as part of Whitney M. Young Ir. Scholars Program, Young to discuss memories of the Holocaust March 23, Admissions staff targets high school juniors with revamped on-campus recruitment program.

Western News, March 11, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Michigan House unanimously approves measure allowing research and business park development, Specialist in American women's history to give two lectures as part of visiting scholars program, Symposium will concentrate on Central Europe, Events planned for Gay/Lesbian Awareness Days, Spring into Wellness Week events to include seminars, assessment fair, walk and blood drive.

Book Reviews, James Midgley, David Stoesz, Howard Jacob Karger, Henry J. D'Souza, Leslie Leighninger, Joel Blau

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

BOOK REVIEWS

• Poverty amidst affluence: Britain and the United States, Vic George and Irving Howards, Aldershot,England, Edward Elgar Publishers, 1991, Reviewed by James Midgley
• Separate societies: Poverty and inequality in American cities. William W. Goldsmith and Edward J. Blakely,Philadelphia, Temple University Press, 1992, Reviewed by James Midgley
• The new politics of poverty: The non-working poor in America Lawrence M. Mead, New York, Basic Books, 1992, Reviewed by James Midgley
• The End of Equality. Mickey Kaus. New York: Basic Books, 1992, Reviewed by David Stoesz
• The Moral Construction of Poverty: Welfare Reform in America. Joel F. handler and Yeheskel …

Theory And The Generation And Subversion Of Knowledge, Dennis Saleebey

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This essay is an argument for the refurbishing of theoretical thinking in social work. In particular, the author calls for the infusion of generative as opposed to normative theory in the profession. Only generative theory has been proven to invigorate the thinking and doing of professional social workers.

Journal Of Sociology & Social Welfare Vol. 20, No. 1 (March 1993)

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• THEORY AND THE GENERATION AND SUBVERSION OF KNOWLEDGE - Dennis Saleebey
• BEYOND AN UNDERCLASS: AN ESSAY ON UP-FRONT POLITICS - Paula L. Dressel and Jeff Porterfield
• RACE, GENDER, OCCUPATIONAL STATUS, AND INCOME IN COUNTY HUMAN SERVICE EMPLOYMENT - R.L. McNeely, Jerome L. Blakemore, and Robert 0. Washington
• FROM WELFARE TO WORK: DOES IT MAKE SENSE? - Ann E. Kerlin
• CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES AND NON-WELFARE FAMILIES - Kimberly A. Folse
• FOCUS GROUPS, PROGRAM EVALUATION, AND THE POOR - Robert S. Magill
• INTERNATIONAL MIGRANTS OR WELFARE CLIENTS: THE SELECTION OF A MASTER STATUS FOR INDOCHINESE REFUGEES BY AMERICAN VOLUNTARY …

Child Support Services And Non-Welfare Families, Kimberly A. Folse

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Under the law, Child Support Enforcement services are supposed to be available to all single-headed families with absent parents who are not paying support, or not paying enough support. Using Alabama as a case study, it was determined that factors operating at the agency level effectively control how many non-public assistance clients are being served. The number of non-AFDC clients was found to be a function of the number of AFDC clients rather than a function of the free-market of services. It is proposed that the incentive structure for collections, which limits incentive payments for non-AFDC to 115 percent of …

Western News, Feb. 25, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Pact provides access to computer integrated manufacturing, Nominations needed for teaching excellence award, Jesse Jackson Jr. to speak here as part of Minority Student Leadership Conference, Jackson selected to serve four-year term on peer review board for NIH research division, Second edition of McCarty law book published, Ambitious Shakespeare Festival will feature events spanning three months, Lyons to explore ethical dimensions of teaching, Brown graduates from FBI National Academy Program, Davidson edits book on medieval musical drama.

Western News, Feb. 18, 1993, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: House committee action on Colony Farm parcel moves research and business park closer to reality, Haas comments on quality improvement and strategic planning initiatives, Students will go on 'Alternative Spring Break' to perform community service at three sites, Overly named director of Academic Skills Center, Nelson pens book on childhood language disorders, Overly named director of Academic Skills Center, Expert on high-speed rail transportation to speak here as part of 14th annual Engineers' Week.