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Bulletin - Western Michigan University: The Graduate Catalog 1978-1980 , 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

Expanding The Reading Interests Of Secondary Students, Donald C. Cushenbery

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

All students encounter various required reading assignments during the course of a school day in the different content areas. The adolescent's attention is also directed to hundreds of other pieces of reading matter which may not be recommended or suggested by teachers or parents. Some students at both the high school and university levels contend that they have no available time for engaging in wide reading since required reading and school activities consume most of their study and leisure-time hours.

An Exploratory Analysis Of Participation In The Laetrile Movement, Yvonne M. Vissing

Masters Theses

Chapter I

The Problem and Its Background

The Purpose

The purpose of this thesis is to examine factors leading individuals to participate in the laetrile movement. Laetrile, a substance obtained from a variety of foods including apricot kernels, has been termed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be both ineffective in the treatment of cancer, and even dangerous when taken in large amounts. Even so, over 50,000 people in the United States are estimated to use this substance for the control and prevention of cancer. They do so without the support of the orthodox medical profession, and may …

Age And Attitude Similarity-Dissimilarity As Determinants Of Task-Related Attraction, Sharon Fange Von Montry

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Study Of The Extent To Which Media Leaders In Michigan Possess Certain Leader Need Dispositions, Ruth Zalewski Otzman

Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Entry Into Science: The Effect Of Parental Evaluations On Sons And Daughters, Donna M. Kaminski

Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Normative Integration Of The American Divorce Chain, Ann Goetting

Dissertations

No abstract provided.

A Longitudinal Study Of The Effects Of Selected Personality And Interest Testing On Curricular Choice And Progress Level Of Students, Rosa Stone

Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Awareness And Usage Of Community Mental Health Services By Chicanos: The Effect Of Assimilation And Social Stratification, Fernando Munoz

Masters Theses

This is a study of the utilization of community mental health services by the Chicano population in a Western Michigan community. As members of the second largest ethnic minority group in the United States, the Chicanos are faced with many of the same social ills that plague other minorities. Discrimination, benign neglect, oppression, exclusion by institutions, poverty, high crime rate, alcoholism, physical and emotional disorder, and social disorganization are part of the everyday world of the Chicano. The inherent cultural vehicles, which Chicano culture uses in order to deal with the stresses associated with these social pathologies, will be explored. …

The Role Of Need Assessment In The Community Mental Health System, William K. Redmon

Masters Theses

Introduction

The general purpose of the present paper is to analyze community mental health services in Michigan with respect to the responsiveness of the system to the target community. In order to accomplish this goal, several variables must be considered.

First, historical precedents of the current mental health system will be examined to determine the responsibilities of the system to the citizenry. Both legislative mandates and informal recommendations will be reviewed. Second, the methodologies available for community need assessment and citizen-system communication will be summarized in terms of their utility for increasing citizen control of service planning. Third, an actual …

Employee Reactions To Job Characteristics: A Partial Replication, Artegal R. Camburn

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Western News, March 23, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: University Establishes Quiet Hours, Top Journalist Reports on Carter, Private Gifts Total $1.6 Million, Clark to Head Faculty Senate, East Hall on National Register, Zietlow to Serve as Acting Dean, Academic Personnel Action Approved, Siebert Speaks in Yugoslavia, Industry Reps to Give Program on Management Science Here, Living Room Forum Series Begins Here, Western Dance Wins Recognition

Western News, March 16, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: University Has Budget Talks in Lansing, Minority Student Leadership Conference Begins Saturday, Curtis-Smith Wins Award, FacuIty; Students on Anthropology National Program, Dance Scholarship Concert March 31, Modular Math Program Adds New Silent Terminals, Classic Selects Pat Charity

The Socializer, March 1978, Department Of Sociology

The Socializer

Volume 1, Number 17 of the Socializer, published March 1978.

The Vanishing Sociology-Social Work Alliance: A Study In The Politics Of Professionalism, David G. Bromley, Frank J. Weed

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

The undergraduate sociology-social work alliance in sociology departments has a long tradition in American colleges despite ideological differences between the two disciplines. Recently this old alliance shows signs of disintegration. This paper argues that the recent emphasis on professionalization of undergraduate social work through the use of accrediting standards coupled with the control of Federal social work training grants have placed new pressures on the old alliance. Evidence is presented which indicates that the conflict is being resolved in the direction of greater administrative specialization and autonomy for social work.

The Role Of Cultural Anthropology In The Education Of Social Service Personnel, James W. Green

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Anthropology contributes to the education of social work students through its emphasis on the role of culture and of social context in the delivery of social services. Examples are provided with special emphasis on child abuse and protective services. While anthropology has traditionally been associated with the study of minorities, its role in the critique of other social work concerns is suggested.

Statewide Academic Planning For Social Work Education: A Case Study, Michael J. Austin

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Statewide and regional educational planning has become a necessity in the light of budget cutbacks, mal-distribution of manpower and pressures for accountability. This case study describes one statewide planning experience and identifies implications for academic outreach, faculty organizing, faculty leadership development, educational planning, developing common language between academic and human service agencies, and projecting manpower needs.

Continuing Education And Social Work Education, Charles Guzzetta

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Growth of continuing education programs is noted. Differences between continuing education and traditional education are examined. Author argues that continuing education approaches are appropriate for social work education and should be made an integral part of programs for the preparation of social workers.

The Operation Of Professional Journals In Social Work, Duncan Lindsey

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

The concern of this paper is a systematic examination of one of the major social structures developed to foster the growth and regulation of the knowledge construction enterprise in social work-the professional journal. The foci of the analyses are: 1) the normative criteria of editorial board members, 2) the characteristics of the editorial judges, and 3) the factors which influence editorial decision making.

Destined To Die, Carol O'Connell

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

It is my belief that if society were better able to cope with death, then perhaps the individual would be better prepared for his own death. Death has always been distasteful to people because it is such a frightening happening. It is such an unpleasant and painful topic that no one wants to talk about it and discussions do not easily surface. How are we ever to understand it if it is never discussed? Perhaps we will never understand it fully, but we can at least try to prepare ourselves and others.

Community Control Of Social Work Education A Historical Example, Philip R. Popple

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

From 1901 to 1924 social work education in the mid and southwest was provided by the Missouri School of Social Economy (MSSE). In 1924 the MSSE suddenly closed and was almost immediately replaced by an entirely new program, the Washington University Training Course for Social Workers. This paper explores the reasons for the demise of the MSSE, finding that it was apparently too liberal for the taste of university administrators and not responsive enough to the needs of the local practice community. The case of the MSSE provides an interesting and useful example of community control of social work education.

Journal Of Sociology & Social Welfare Vol. 5, No. 2 (March 1978)

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Introduction - pp. 150
• Community Control of Social Work Education - A Historical Example - PHILIP R. POPPLE - pp. 152
• The Vanishing Sociology - Social Work Alliance: A Study in the Politics of Professionalism - DAVID G. BROMLEY & FRANK J. WEED - pp. 168
• Professionalism and Social Work Education: Substance and Structure - LESLIE LEIGHNINGER - pp. 188
• The Role of Cultural Anthropology in the Education of Social Service Personnel - JAMES W. GREEN - pp. 214
• Statewide Academic Planning for Social .ork Education: A Case Study - MICHAEL J. AUSTIN - pp. 230
• Avoiding …

Professionalism And Social Work Education: Substance And Structure, Leslie Leighninger

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This paper looks at effects of the quest for "professional identity" upon social work education and practice. Professionalization in social work is seen as consisting of two major components: concern with producing effective service for clients and concern with gaining autonomy. The impact of these two goals, and the tension between them, is discussed in relation to social work knowledge-base expansion in the 1950's, and developments in the history of undergraduate social work education.

Western News, February 16, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Western Hosts 17 Community Colleges Today, AAUP Series to Examine Professoriate, Jesse Jackson Here Saturday, Applied Sciences' Jubilee Next Week, Governor Appoints Passero to Panel, Whitney Young's Sister is Awards Program Speaker, Campus Asked to Conserve Electricity, Chicanos Recognize Montez, Jazz Lab Band Concert Features Ernie Wilkins, Les Brown Salutes Glenn Miller Here, Secretarial Seminar Feb. 25, WMU Metric Film Premieres

Western News, February 9, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Capital Punishment Talk Tuesday, 'Sissy' Farenthold; Montagu Headline Awareness Week, 'Marathon '33' on Shaw Stage, Design Center Alumni Return, Plan Workshop on Interviewing, False Fire Alarms on Decline, Broncos Invade Miami Saturday

Western News, January 26, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Governor Recommends Budget Hike, MERC Judge Dismisses Unfair Labor Practice Charges, Ludlow; Parfet Head Trustees, Smith is New Continuing Ed. Assistant Dean, Administration Building Named in Honor of Russell Seibert, Latvian Studies Program Set, Safety Officer Gives Fire Tips, Simpson to Direct SPADA; Flynn Heads Social Work, Winnipeg Ballet Returns Feb. 10

Western News, January 19, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Jesse Jackson to Visit Here, National Study Warns of Rising Tuition; Inadequate Public Support, Western Offers Adult Education Courses, CETA Grants Help WMU, Soviet Violinist is KSO Guest, Copyright Guidelines Given, Arena Stages 'Wedding Band', Western Students Awarded $12.8 Million in Financial Aids, Western Graduates Second Woman Industrial Engineer

Western News, January 12, 1978, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Closing Procedures Clarified, CWS Offers Career Class, Alumna Marineau Returns; in 'Robber Bridegroom, Astrology Workshop Tuesday in Valley II, 'Roots in Song' Concert Here to Feature Jester Hairston, Bowling Green Here Saturday, Volunteer Fair Tuesday

Jubilee 75 Wmu (1978 Yearbook), Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Yearbooks (1906-1985)

Western Michigan University 1978

Celebrates Its Diamond Jubilee

• Jubilee Art, Music Excitement
• Jubilee's Inspiring Events
• Never Never Land
• Dramatic Moments
• Events of the Year
• Homecoming
• In It Together
• Indoor Action
• Sticking With It
• Freezing Time
• Natural Serenity
• Places of Learning
• Seniors
• Taking New Paths

University Magaizine Vol. 3 No.4, Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Magazine (1963-1980)

• Letters • Motivation • On Campus • Periscope On People • Homecoming '77 • Recommended Reading • Bronco Sports • WMU Foundation Meets • Alumni News • WMU President's Club Grows • Miller Auditorium lOth Anniversary • Phonathon Activities • Estate Planning Ideas • Class Notes • In Memoriam