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Western News, December 12, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: Haenicke to recommend Powell as vice president and Hodge as dean at Dec. 20 board meeting, Senate endorses nursing program to meet community need, October grants represent Iargest one-month total for WMU, Student researchers contribute fresh viewpoints to scholarly endeavors, Kust set to continue academic career as research standout, Senior design projects link engineering programs; industry, Graduate student's discovery replaces time-honored engineering method, Pair of young chemists present papers on their metals research at fall Argonne conference, Gianakaris compiles and edits book of essays on celebrated British playwright Peter Shaffer

Western News, December 5, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Record number inducted into 25 Year Club at banquet, Prehistoric residents lived well; according to new book, Visiting professor from Eastern Illinois University to present convocation lecture Wednesday, Dec. 11, Teicherts write German language textbook

Parent Communication In A Whole Language Kindergarten: What We Learned From A Busy First Year, Beverly Bruneau, Timothy V. Rasinski, Martha Shehan

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Among recent developments in literacy research and practice is the increased recognition of the critical roles that parents play in the education of their children (Rasinki and Fredericks, 1989). Involving parents in their child's literacy learning is particularly important for kindergarten teachers. The kindergarten literacy curriculum should build upon what children have begun to learn at home, and, continue to involve parents in supporting their child's literacy development. Communicating with parents on how they can continue to give active support to their children's literacy learning is an important task for kindergarten teachers.

Widr-Fm: A Program Analysis Of An Alternative Music Format, Michael A. Finn

Masters Theses

This study examines the Alternative Music Format (AMF) of station WIDRFM, Western Michigan University from a programming perspective. The study reviews literature related to AMF programming, and provides information related to listener and non listener patterns of radio interest from two self-report questionnaires. The purpose of the study is to provide reliable information on this most unique format plus recommendations in order that future managers, programmers and music directors can make informed decisions for future managerial and program changes.

The major results of this study indicate that the AMF does not promote effective listenership among the WIDR-FM audience. Also, there …

“The Mirror Crack'd": Women As Mothers And Wives In Paternally Incestuous Families, Mary Deyoung

Dissertations

Women often are blamed for paternal incest. Although the notion of women's culpability is repeated so often in the literature that it has all the tranquility of an axiom, few studies have even used these women as subjects. This study sought to remedy that flaw by using as its subjects 20 women from paternally incestuous families. Each participated in an in-depth interview comprised of life history questions, and in a shorter follow-up interview.

The women reported a moderate degree of conflict between their roles as mother and wife. Their strategies for coping with that conflict were categorized according to the …

Selected Studies On Certain Iron Sandwich Complexes, Mashitah M. Yusoff

Masters Theses

In these studies, the synthesis of [2.3](1,3)cyclopentadiendoparacyclophane was attempted. Like ferrocene and [2.2]paracyclophane, it is expected to exhibit transannular π-electronic interaction throughout its molecular structure and therefore, one dimensional semiconductivity.

The preparation of dialkylferrocenes had resulted in complex inseparable mixtures. Due to the fluxional nature of its intermediates, their conversion to stable Diels-Alder adducts would facilitate analysis. In this project, certain Diels-Alder adducts of bis-cyclopentadienyliron dicarbonyl intermediates were prepared for analysis.

Very few transition metal complexes of pyrrole are currently known. [2.2](2,5)Pyrroloparacyclophane was perceived to be stable especially as a part of an iron sandwich complex. The final phase …

The Effects Of Selenate, Molybdate And Chromate On The Triiodothyronine Induced Enzyme Activity And Mrna Level For Both Fatty Acid Synthase And Malic Enzyme, Yuan Zhu

Masters Theses

In chick embryo hepatocytes in culture, triiodothyronine (T3) stimulates enzyme activity, mRNA level and transcription rate for both fatty acid synthase (FAS) and malic enzyme (ME). Recent evidence has demonstrated the effects of selenate, molybdate and chromate on various physiological processes. Little information, however, is available on the effects of these metal ions on the T3- regulated gene expression for FAS and ME.

In chick embryo hepatocytes incubated in a chemically defined medium, addition of sodium selenate (20 μM) coincident with T3 almost completely inhibited the T3-induced stimulation of FAS and ME activity and accumulation of their respective mRNA's. Neither …

Competencies Needed For Effective Church Leadership From The Perspective Of Current Pastors, Cecile Elizabeth Fransman Hewitt

Dissertations

Contemporary needs of the African-American church are both deeply spiritual and agonizingly physical, and the resultant burden of the church has never been more challenging. Today's needs in the church call for diverse leadership.

This study generated and measured the perception of importance of 22 competencies for effective leadership as pastors of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The study also sought to determine which of the competencies were performed, shared, delegated, or not performed at each responsive church. Finally, the study sought to determine the extent to which selected demographic factors were related to the perception of importance.

The perceptions …

Western News, November 21, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: WMU finds bargain in old Battle Creek department store, Board grants Haenicke $6,600 salary increase, calls him 'one of the tinest university presidents', Questionnaire designed to evaluate teaching set for trial run this winter, Dahlberg awarded NSF grant to evaluate food policies in six cities and one county, Firm selected to manage recreation facilities renovation, Week planned to promote geography awareness

Western News, November 14, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Senate charges committee to complete general ed program, Haenicke says University will cover MPSERS cost, Final two candidates for student affairs VP scheduled for public forums Nov. 18 and 20, Fund-raisers celebrate victory at 105.4 percent of goal, 'Marathon Man' Schmaltz achieves life dream by finishing New York City race in five hours

The Effects Of Perceived Consequences On Ethical Decisions, Eldean Gwen Cornish

Honors Theses

Increasing public awareness of ethics in business, or a lack thereof, has inspired an abundance of study, research and a variety of theories regarding ethics and has encouraged many firms and associations to establish corporate and professional codes of ethics. This thesis begins with a literature review surrounding the definition of ethics and ethical decision-making behavior. The Theory of Reasoned Action model designed by Fishbein and Ajzen (1975) proposed a linkage of external variables and an individual's behavioral intention (Randall, 1989), the theory being that change is ultimately a result of changes in beliefs. Tests to predict behavior suffer from …

Western News, November 7, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: $1.3 million grant from EPA to fund recycling research, Assistance with algorithms is just a telephone call away for KPS students, Continuing education program for incarcerated earns regional excellence award from NUCEA, Experts on European history and culture here for series of lectures on the future of that area

Owning And Controlling Technical Information, Vivian Weil

Center for the Study of Ethics in Society Papers

Presented to the WMU Center for the Study of Ethics in Society, April 5, 1990.

Western News, October 31, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: University's strength will hold it in good stead for the future, Haenicke says, Candidates for dean of College of Education due for interviews and public presentations, James lecture on college choice, Alumni Career Allies Program helps students break into job market by providing experience

Western News, October 24, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Engler's vetoes could cost the University $2 million, Campus III Weekend College targets adult learners, Haenicke to give address at Academic Convocation, Expert on child development and blindness to speak as part of visiting scholars program, Tuition stabilization tops the list for PRRs, power plant leads capital outlay requests, Jazz dance master to perform and lecture during residency here Oct. 30-Nov. 1

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 18, 1991, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Remarks by the President
• In Memoriam - Trustee Emeritus Robert D. Caine
• Board Meeting Dates - 1992
• Amendments to Executive Officials Policy
• Grant Report
• Departmental Merger - Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering
• Personnel Report
• Program Revision Requests for 1992/93
• Campus III Fee
• Budget and Finance Committee Recommendations
• Gift Report
• Personnel Report
• Continuing Education Tuition Rates
• General Fund Budget for 1991/92
• Capital Outlay Budget Request for 1992/93
• Revision, WMU Human Resources Policy and Procedures Manual, Supplemental Retirement Policy
• Executive Session
• Ratification of AFSCME Contract
• Revision WMU/AAUP Agreement
• Ratification of CELCIS Contract
• West KL …

Western News, October 17, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Haenicke to recommend Light as distinguished visiting professor, Three to receive awards for superior classroom skills, Loaned executive lends a hand to local United Way, Homecoming celebration to focus on 'united cultures', Washington Post columnist to give keynote talk during Peace and Justice Education Week, Visually impaired athletic teams to compete in goal ball tournament here Saturday, Oct. 19

Western News, October 10, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Dahlberg, Lawson named Distinguished Faculty Scholars, Haenicke challenges University in United Way drive, Psychology doctoral program earns provisional accreditation from APA, Stoltman works on national project aimed at improving geography skills of young Americans

Western News, October 3, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WMU earns continued accreditation from North Central Association, Distinguished Alumni Awards go to three notable grads, English teachers to gather for conference to explore the 'neglected language arts', Future of European Community to be focus of lecture by faculty member from Germany

Western News, September 26, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Access guides printed to help disabled persons navigate Kalamazoo County, WMU campus, Physician assistants complete first GR surgical residency, 'Express lane' available at Brown and Gold Day, Director of National Portrait Gallery to speak as part of Visiting Scholars and Artists Program, Pow WOW to showcase Native American culture, Effects of video games on children among topics to be covered by noted Miami educator Oct. 2-3

Western News, September 19, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Senate reviews new general education program, Barrett urges faculty members to be flexible, enrollment sets record for seventh straight year, Scholars to present views on 'Economics of Education', Five join faculty as MLKlCC/RP Visiting Professors, Former school drop-out to speak at Hispanic banquet, Scholar from eastern Germany to discuss rise and fall of GDR and the role of theater

Western News, September 12, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Center to celebrate 10 years of serving developmentally disabled, Grant to fund network of information on entrepreneurs, 'Fashion or Fad' is speech topicfor costume designer and entrepreneur, Woods named poet-in-residence, Hovestadt recognized by counseling organization, Demand for Wilson book on blacks in Michigan prompts third printing by New Issues Press

Western News, September 5, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WMU qualifies for $500,000 Kresge challenge grant, Zest teams to compete in Corporate Olympics, New substance abuse clinic to concentrate on treating alcohol abusers, training counselors, Expanded and renovated Waldo Library features improved information retrieval services for patrons, Grugin takes baton of Bronco Marching Band, Etter-Lewis earns fellowship to continue work on African American women's history project, Bronco Blimp heads for the wild blue yonder to conduct research on lakeshore and wetlands

The Westerner Vol. 12 No. 1, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• WMU maintains leading role in training America's teachers • Host of special projects seek to improve education • University News in Brief • The Campaign for Excellence • Three named 1991 Distinguished Alumni Award winners • Alumnotes • Many alumni bring a zest for education to their professional fields • Former Broncos head professional sports teams • Political-minded graduate becomes chief of staff • Several graduates bring a touch of brown and gold to the media

Medieval Women Artists And Modem Historians, Bonghi Yawn Lila

Medieval Feminist Forum: A Journal of Gender and Sexuality

No abstract provided.

Western News, August 22, 1991, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Behm to head computing, communication services, Contract awarded to demolish Walwood interior, McElroy named to position in institutional advancement, Vander Lende joins Fetzer staff

Drug Problem And Social Change In Saudi Arabia: A Study Of The Attitude Of Saudi Students Studying In The U.S.A. Towards Drug Use In Saudi Arabia, Abdullah Yousef

Masters Theses

The main focus of this study is the relationship between level of income, level of education, length of stay in U.S.A., frequency of contact with foreigners, and level of religiosity on student attitudes towards smoking cigarettes and hashish, and drinking alcohol.

A sample of 110 students was randomly drawn from three areas: Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor, and Lansing, Michigan. Data were collected through administering a questionnaire.

Analysis of the data revealed the following: income, level of education, length of stay in the U.S., frequency of contact with foreigners, and level of religiosity were associated with student attitudes towards drug use.

Effects Of Interactive And Linear Video On Patient Understanding Of Risks In Medical Procedures, Christopher P. Giuliano

Dissertations

Three methods of providing information relevant to informed consent where a vaginal birth after cesarean section was being considered were evaluated; (1) the traditional and common method (physician presentation), (2) Linear Video Tape (LVT), and (3) Interactive Video Disc (IVD). The traditional and common method of presenting information led to only limited acquisition of knowledge resulting in patients making less than fully-informed decisions. Both the linear video tape and the interactive video disc led to significantly greater understanding of the risks and benefits of the procedure than did the physician presentation. The interactive disc and the linear video tape were …

The Debate On Lesbian Sadomasochism: A Discourse Analysis, Gudbjorg Ottosdottir

Masters Theses

This study examines an issue debated within the U.S. lesbian community since the mid-1970s, lesbian sadomasochism. The issue has been whether sadomasochism is consistent with lesbian feminism, a political ideology which has much shaped lesbian identity and community. The claims and counter-claims made about lesbian sadomasochism are analyzed, as are the underlying ideologies and their relationship to general lesbian political and cultural history. It is argued that the debate is the result of a limited subject position offered by lesbian feminism. The perspective of lesbian sadomasochists is seen as a call for a renewed lesbian feminist discourse. It is proposed …

Location Analysis Of The Recycling Drop Off Program In Knox County, Tennessee, Carol Michelle Donoghue

Masters Theses

This study examines the drop-off recycling program in Knox County, Tennessee, in order to evaluate the convenience of the drop-off site locations. Measures of convenience were distance, level of recycling participation, and location of the site. Surveys were administered to 461 individuals participating in the program at the three Convenience Centers with drop-off recycling facilities. The spatial analysis compared the drop-off locations to the development patterns of the surrounding area.

The survey results indicate that more people are recycling now than before the beginning of the drop-off program. More than half of those surveyed recycle at least once a week …