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The Practice Of Social Work In Legal Services Programs, Heather B. Craige, William G. Saur, Janice B. Arcuri

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Because the legal difficulties of the poor are frequently symptomatic of longstanding economic, social and personal problems, a small number of legal services programs have hired social workers to collaborate with attorneys. A questionnaire was sent to all social workers employed by legal services programs encountered, job satisfaction and need for continuing education. Data on 48 social workers were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results indicate that social workers can increase the scope and depth of services delivered by legal services programs and also find considerable satisfaction in their work.

The Dreaming And The Doing: Utopian Foundations Of Social Action, William Demaria

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

The article is interested in a conceptual clarification of social action. A tripartite model of social action is presented which attempts to focus on the complex relationship between utopianism and action (the dreaming and the doing). The article then poses the question: What social action options are available to the critical consciousness? Two are considered, one active and one passive. Activism and passivism are seen on a continuum, rather than as a polarity. Passivism is seen as a latent form of activism. The role of activist is seen as either maintaining activism or realising its passive form. Sociological perspectives are …

A Contest Of Values: A Cultural History Of Approaches Toward Alcohol, John E. Tropman

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This is a smaller version of a manuscript prepared for the special seminar on Alcohol and Social Policy, School of Social Work, University of Michigan, Winter 1978. The assistance of Kim Hoa Granville and Craig King is gratefully acknowledged. The support and encouragement of Dr. Edith Gomberg also needs to be recognized; without it, this paper never would have materialized.

Theory, Practice And 'Public Knowledge' In The Helping Professions, Alec Pemberton

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

ABSTRACT, This paper takes seriously Mao's epigram to tackle two important and interrelated themes. First, it looks at the extent to which practice in one helping profession (social work) may be said to be informed by theory. Indeed, Mao's statement that 'knowledge begins with practice' turns out to be a useful way of grasping the relationship between ideas and action. Second, knowledge gained from practice is returned to practice. Habermas's process of reconstruction used in the analysis to tie theory to practice is employed in the development of a conception of 'public knowledge' to increase professional accountability.

Special Problems Faced By The Elderly Victims Of Crime, J. David Hirschel, Karen B. Rubin

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Recently, increased attention has been paid to the problems faced by the elderly within our society. One of the most pressing problems is the threat of crime, This article examines the actual risk of criminal victimization among the elderly, the physical, financial, and psychological consequences of victimization, and the special problems faced by the elderly as they attempt to deal with the criminal justice system. Finally, their fear of crime, which in itself constitutes a very real form of victimization, is explored.

Journal Of Sociology & Social Welfare Vol. 9, No. 2 (June 1982)

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• The Dreaming and the Doing: Utopian Foundation
• of Social Action - WILLIAM DEMARIA
• A Contest of Values: A Cultural History of Approaches Toward Alcohol - JOHN E. TROPMAN
• Sociologists in Schools of Social Work: Marginality or Integration? - LEE H. BOWKER, FRED M. COX
• Consensus as a Form of Decision Making - MARTHA E. GENTRY
• Life Events, Resistance Resources, and Health Status in Social Caseworkers - PRUDIE L. ORR, RICHARD H. DANA
• A Tactic for Intervention in Meetings That Are Being Controlled - ROBERT CAREW, TONY KELLY
• The Self and the Conduct of the People-Working Professions - …

Sociologists In Schools Of Social Work: Marginality Or Integration?, Lee H. Bowker, Fred M. Cox

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

In this paper, we examine the responses of 180 faculty members in graduate and undergraduate social work programs. These faculty members all achieved their highest degrees in fields other than social work, but approximately half of them also acquired the M.S.W. degree at some point in their careers. It was originally hypothesized that sociologists working in social work programs woulkd exhibit some of the characteristics of marginality, and the questionnaire contained a number of items on collegiality, conflict, discrimination, recognition and satisfaction. It was found that sociologists teaching in social work program suffered no negative effects on any of these …

Consensus As A Form Of Decision Making, Martha E. Gentry

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This paper critically analyzes the consensus process as used in decision making. Drawing from the Quaker experience and from social psychological research, statements of conditions for its effective use are enunciated. Descriptions of the use of consensus are provided and areas for further exploration are identified.

Life Events, Resistance Resources, And Health Status In Social Caseworkers, Prudie L. Orr, Richard H. Dana

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Social case workers (N=318) participated in a longitudinal study designed to explore the relationships among life stress, possible "resistance" resources, and subsequent physical illness. Life stress was measured by the Recent Life Changes Questionnaire (RLCQ) while intra- and interpersonal traits and perceived community resources were measured using the Eysenck Personality Inventory, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, the Interpersonal Checklist, and portions of the Community Adaptation Schedule. Ten months later frequency of subsequent physical illness was measured by the Physical Health Status Questionnaire. Increased frequency of physical illness was associated with life changes in the work sphere and with greater hostility and …

A Tactic For Intervention In Meetings That Are Being Controlled, Robert Carew, Tony Kelly

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

"This article describes an approach which can be used to generate tactics to free meetings that are being controlled. More assertively it can also be used to increase the probability of achieving prescribed goals in meetings."

The purpose of this paper is to present a framework that can be used by community workers to open up meetings that are being controlled. more assertive use can also be made of the framework to increase the probability of achieving prescribed goals in meetings. As a matter of convenience the focus in this paper will be on the use of the framework in …

The Self And The Conduct Of The People-Working Professions, William S. Bennett Jr., Merl C. Hokenstad Jr.

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This article discusses the evolution of people-working professions through four synchronic eras: 1) the traditional era, 2) the voluntaristic era, 3) the professional era, and 4) the cybernetic era. People-working professions are conceptually distinguished from traditional (craft) professions which serve as the model for most sociological analyses of the professions. In addition to differences in the nature of the knowledge used and the context of the service rendered, a distinction is drawn regarding the focus of the work done. People-workers give service to other selves (egos) while craft professions work with objects or parts of the person. The historical evolution …

Eleven Infallible Laws Governing The Negotiating Process Among Funding, Contractor And Client Agencies: By A Sadly Experienced Negotiator, Jeremy Miransky

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

In these days of Reaganomics and cutbacks in social programs, grant allocations are becoming limited and competition for existing funds fierce. However, some things remain constant. Among them are the negotiating processes involved when a university applies for a training grant to be implemented in a social agency.

A Model For Forecasting Environmental Reaction To Policy Initiation, Ram A. Cna'an

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This research proposes and empirically tests a model for forecasting the possible reactions of other organizations to a policy initiation. This model is measuring the amount of reaction to change (A.R.C.) on three levels: relevant organizations, relevant functions, and overall environment. The model is presented in a general mode followed by a quasi-experimental case study. The results of this study are reported and implications, possible improvements and different uses are discussed.

An Australian Test Of Economic And Political Models Of Welfare State Expenditures: 1945 - 1979, Gordon W. Ternowetsky, Maurreen P. Clissold

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This paper tests 'political' and 'economic' models of welfare expenditure with post-World War II Australian data. The major antecedents of welfare spending for the overall time period (1945-1979) appeared to be economic growth as mediated by the age of the population and program incrementalism. It was shown, however, that this view misleads rather than clarifies the influence of different factors during specific periods within the overall time series. A periodization of welfare spending was found to be more useful. The periodization analysis showed that the influence of politics on welfare spending is important. Right political strength was found to have …

Voodoo Believers: Some Sociological Insight, Michele Wilson

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Sociology has attempted to affect the therapeutic community in two ways. The first of these consists of our criticisma of both theory and practice because of the degree to which these do not fit the known epidemiology of phenomena known variously as mental illness and personal problems. The second attempt to influence has come from the philosophical stance of sociology: recognition of the relativity of realities. Although this paper addresses the second of these sources of influence, a few comments about the former first need to be made because of its effect on the latter.

Western News, May 27, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Newly-compiled atlas on geology and groundwater is published, Trustees table action on tuition increase, University offers computer-assisted speech, Income tax withholding will be 5.6 percent, University offices will close Memorial Day, Barstow; Hahnenberg announce retirements, 'Reagan Federalism' is broadcast subject

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting May 21, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Minutes
• Correspondence
• President's Remarks
• Academic Personnel Report
• Gift and Grant Report
• Recommendation re Tuition Rates for 1982/83
• Resolution re Student Financial Aid
• College Name Change
• Recommendation re Signing of Contracts for the John E. Fetzer Business Development Center
• Recommendation re Reinvestment of Bond
• Recommendation re Change of Board Meeting Date
• Board Committee Reports
• Intellectual Skills Development Program
• Public Comments
• Executive Session

Western News, May 13, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Academic and non-academic terminations; mergers to save $1.2 million, Bernhard names funding priorities, Spring session enrollment figure announced, Brown lecture series begins Monday, Budget reductions in academic affairs call for effective leadership, Videotape 'The TV Explosion' now available, Softball team again in national tournament

Western News, May 6, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: University hosts medieval scholars, Malaysian students' memorial is Friday, Alumni to hear prominent industrialists, Combs appointed; three named emeriti, Budget items on Faculty Senate agenda, Women's Commission elects new officers, Police consent election will be June 7, Seven doctorates awarded at commencement

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting April 23, 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
• Recommendation re Student Housing Rates for 1982/83
• Priority Project
• Board Committee Reports
• Adjournment

Western News, April 21, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Nearly 1,800 persons will receive degrees Saturday, Uncertainty; frustration are themes of U Assembly, Question by Linda Delene sparks responses at last Thursday's University Assembly II, Expect 2,000 to attend Medieval Congress, Industrialists to address Detroit alumni, Alumni helping admissions in two cities, Second-lowest utility costs among· state schools

Western News, April 15, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: MAGB to honor 2 faculty members; 2 students, Blasch to receive Distinguished Service Award here, Western's student-loan default rate well below national average; says Harkenrider

Western News, April 8,1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Summer flextime program becomes effective May 3, Bernhard asks VPs to fill only 'critical' openings, C/T employees will have dental-insurance program, 'Building a Modern Sophrosyne' In his address to Presidential Scholars last week; President Bernhard called for symmetry; harmony and a refreshing serenity ... in 'this age of terror', Corstange joins staff of University athletics, Board grants retirement to Kiraldi; Fletcher, Vernon Payne named head basketball coach

The Effects Of Self-Recording On The Generality Of Parenting Behaviors, Sonia Beatriz Meyer

Masters Theses

The objective of this study was to determine the effects of parental self-recording from audiotapes of family interactions on effective parenting skills and on the generality of their application to three different times of the day in which different child behaviors occurred.

Two single parents were instructed to deliver correct commands and differential reinforcement and to code and graph their verbalizations from audiotapes. Self-recording was introduced in one situation at a time, while audiotaped assessments were made by the parent in all three situations throughout the day. Both positive and cost incentive systems were used for the delivery of tapes …

Western News, March 25, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Arthur Goldberg will speak here Monday, 500 voice opposition to proposed student-aid cuts, Zupko to; receive award on May 19; 500 voice opposition to proposed student-aid cuts, MASAL to meet Friday; Saturday at Student Center, Applied Science open house will begin Friday, Mildred Johnson resigns from Board, Training offers series on labor relations

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting March 19, 1982, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Minutes
• Correspondence
• President Remarks
• Academic Personnel Report
• Non-Academic Personnel Report
• Gift and Grant Reports
• Recommendation re Investment of Trusts
• Recommendation re Student Housing Rates 1982-83
• Authorization to Confer Degrees
• Honorary Degrees
• Executive Session on Litigation
• Board Committee Reports
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, March 18, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Milliken seeks support for recovery plans, 'Reaganomics' theme of Whitney Young conference, Applied Sciences open house to feature historic fashion show; other events, Griffeth named counseling; personnel chair, Panel discussion on Poland next Thursday, 10 from WMU to visit Ball State next week, January gifts; grants total is $328,000

Western News, March 11, 1982, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WSA to sponsor rally on aid next Wednesday, Proposed federal cuts in student aid 'devastating', Harkenrider to be in USC to answer aid questions, Board approves three administrative appointments, International Travel Night is Tuesday, Report is published on University layoff policies, WMU has programs better than IRAs-Kelley, Employees named to Evaluation Committee

The Utilization Of A Performance Based Curriculum Design In Graduate Social Work Education, Gust William Mitchell

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

As a developing profession, social work is increasing its efforts to utilize systematically concepts from the field of education in its professional training. This research examines the use of a performance based curriculum design in the teaching of a graduate social work course. Results of this study support the use of this approach from the perspective of improved student performance.

Inside And Outside The For-Profit Nursing Home: Some External Determinants Of Inside Power Relations, Cedric Herring

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This paper offers a conceptual model for understanding how and in what ways externally determined factors affect power arrangements within a for-profit nursing home setting. Specifically, this paper links the activities of nursing homes as profit seekers to federal legislation and the activities of strategically structured interests which seek to socialize their costs. Additionally, it shows how social distinctions and other factors which have their origins external to the nursing home setting have consequences for what takes place inside. The model posits that it is those people who are members of society's more privileged groups (professional white males) who will …