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The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 1, July 17, 1998, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Hollywood discovers professor: Bob Jones' film script honored at film festival; Physical Plant goes on night shift; Campus police embracing new patrol: Officers are walking, biking to get closer to public they serve.

A Needs Assessment For Parents Of Children With Developmental Disabilities, Susan E. Peterson

Theses and Graduate Projects

The purpose of this study was to explore the needs of parents of young children with developmental disabilities. The survey included 70 families served through Early Childhood Special Education. Data collection utilized the Family Needs Survey (Bailey & Simeonsson, 1990). Topics examined were: Information, Family and Social Support, Financial, Explaining to Others, Child Care, Professional Support, and Community Services. Findings indicated that parents have a high need for information about current and future services available for their children. Family and social support data indicated that parents have a need to find time for themselves. The financial needs parents reported were …

The Relationship Between Job Satisfaction And Job Tenure, Jamey M. Whitney

Theses and Graduate Projects

This exploratory quantitative study was conducted to ascertain the correlation between job satisfaction and job retention among employees from two different job settings. Seventy employees, thirty five from a public social service and thirty five from a private social service setting, completed a modified Job Satisfaction Survey developed by PauI E. Spector. The employee's responses to questions were developed to measure 9 facets of job satisfaction which were correlated with the demographic information of length of employment with their current employer. The intent was to determine, if any, the prominent characteristics that explain the reasons for their length of tenure …

Historical Analysis Of Past And Present Treatments Associated With Borderline Personality Disorder:, Jimmie Lee Willette

Theses and Graduate Projects

The following thesis examines the historical perspective of mental illness, leading to therapeutic interventions for individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder. The need for improved interventions are reflected in treatment failure with both historical and traditional therapies, including repeated hospitalizations, self-injurious behaviors and suicide attempts. This thesis uses the Systems Theory and Ecological Perspective to review and analyze past and present treatments, with special emphasis on the 'Dialectic Behavior Therapy,' (DBT) program initiated in 1993 exclusively for individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.

Development Of A Workshop Curriculum For Direct Service Professionals Serving People With Mental Retardation Who Have Challenging Behaviors, John J. O'Brien

Theses and Graduate Projects

A generation ago, care provided by a, institution was the primary model for providing services to persons with mental retardation. Today, most persons with developmental and other disabilities receive services within the context of typical community housing, work places, and schools. By June 1995, 92% of the 84,532 residential settings for people with mental retardation/developmental disabilities in the United States had six or fewer residents (Prouty and Lakin, 1996). As the number of community settings increase, there is a corresponding demand to train workers to provide direct care to people with mental retardation in community settings. Competent and comprehensive training …

Vcu Voice (1998-07-13)

VCU Voice, 1988-1998

VCU Today, the University’s first official administrative organ, began as a somewhat irregular monthly publication but moved to a bi-weekly newspaper format in the 1980s. The newspaper changed its name to VCU Voice in 1988 and ten years later it appeared under the title UniverCity News. As it neared the end of its run as a physical newspaper, the publication became simply VCU News. These four publications were essentially the same periodical published under different titles by the Office of University Relations. VCU News appeared online for the first time in 2002.

Montana Professors Earn Community-Based Fellowships, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

No abstract provided.

Deafdigest Gold: Vol. 2, No. 49 July 12, 1998, Barry Strassler

DeafDigest Gold 1998

No abstract provided.

Counseling In Turkey: Current Status And Future Challenges, Suleyman Dogan

Education Policy Analysis Archives (EPAA)

In this article a special emphasis is placed on the current status and the future challenges of counseling in Turkey. A brief history of counseling in Turkey, current developments, and the basic issues in this field are pointed out. Finally, the future challenges and recommendations to improve the current status of counseling are discussed.

Education Policy Analysis Archives 06/12 , Arizona State University, University Of South Florida

College of Education Publications

Counseling in Turkey : current status and future challenges / Suleyman Dogan.

Eastern Progress - 09 Jul 1998, Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Progress 1997-1998

No abstract provided.

R.I.T. News & Events - July 9, 1998, University News Services, Rochester Institute Of Technology

University Publications

No abstract provided.

Medicaid Managed Care For Those With Disability: Analysis With Implications For Minnesota's Demonstration Project For People With Disabilities, Darrin P. Helt

Theses and Graduate Projects

Many states have recently begun enrolling Medicaid beneficiaries with disabilities into prepaid managed care plans. The purpose of this study was to analyze various state programs in terms of reconciling access to quality health care services for the enrollee and the financial viability for both government entities and contracted health care plans with future policy implications for Minnesota's program for those with disabilities, the Demonstration Project for People with Disabilities (DPPD). This study involved the survey of published literature of existing state Medicaid managed care programs specifically serving those with disabilities. While the future prognosis is unclear, evidence shows that …

Ke Alakai, Vol. 55, No. 02 (1998-07-08), Brigham Young University Hawaii

Ke Alaka'i

No abstract provided.

Deafdigest Gold: Vol. 2, No. 48 July 7, 1998, Barry Strassler

DeafDigest Gold 1998

No abstract provided.

Grand Valley Forum, Volume 023, Number 01, July 6, 1998, Grand Valley State University

1998-1999, Volume 23

Grand Valley Forum is Grand Valley State's faculty and staff newsletter, published from 1976 to the present.

An Exploratory Study Of The Attitudes Among Hospital Social Workers In Relationship To Managed Care, Shelby M. Lawrence-Hinshon

Theses and Graduate Projects

Hospital social workers today face many challenges due to the swift and evolving scene of health care. To a large degree. managed care has been the primary force influencing health care in recent years. In fact, the inception and development of managed care has created new conditions for the hospital social worker. These conditions have meant greater responsibility as well as higher expectations for the hospital social worker. This exploratory study examined the current and future role of the hospital social worker, the functions performed and, the attitudes among hospital social workers in relationship to managed care. Results indicate that …

The Weekly Challenger, July 4, 1998, The Weekly Challenger, Et Al

Weekly Challenger Newspaper Collection

The July 4, 1998, issue of The Weekly Challenger.

Tri-County Challenger, July 4, 1998, The Weekly Challenger, Et Al

Weekly Challenger Newspaper Collection

The July 4, 1998, issue of Tri-County Challenger.

The Daily Egyptian, July 01, 1998, Daily Egyptian Staff

July 1998

No abstract provided.

Chanticleer | The 1998 Abstract, Jacksonville State University

Chanticleer

*NOTE: The Abstract is a publication of The Chanticleer*

Taylor: A Magazine For Taylor University Alumni And Friends (Summer 1998), Taylor University

The Taylor Magazine (1963-Present)

The Summer 1998 edition of Taylor Magazine, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

The Bridge, Summer 1998, Roger Williams University Alumni Association

Alumni Newsletters and Magazines

No abstract provided.

The Lda Today, Vol. 5, No. 1, Lutheran Deaconess Association

The LDA Today

No abstract provided.

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Summer 1998, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

Northwestern News, Summer 1998, Public Relations

Northwestern News

Board endorses direction of strategic planning process; Alumna runner-up in national theatre competition; Credit undeserved; Japanese college awards Bultman honorary degree; NWC gains national recognition; Student investors do well in national contest; Education department adds middle school endorsement; History major wins award for paper; Den Herder joins board; Students' summer service includes nine countries; Business alumni speak from experience; Northwestern names new comptroller; Students lobby Congress to save national forests; Students honor former teachers; Choir sings with Sioux City Symphony Orchestra; Good and faithful servants; Kennedy leaves Northwestern's classrooms after 20 years; Van Peursem writes last check; Christian ed prof …

Program Evaluation Of Project Team And Project Prep, Preservice Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Training Programs, Sarah Whittaker

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

A survey of graduates who participated in Project TEAM (School Psychology, Social Work, and Speech/Language Pathology) and Project PREP (Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education) is presented. Graduates completed coursework, seminars and practica that emphasized knowledge and skills related to working with children in the birth through 5 age group and their families. The survey determined in which competencies graduates indicated they were best and least prepared by the program and which competencies were most and least applicable to their present careers. The survey also determined what teaming models the graduates are currently using and would prefer to use in their careers. …

Commencement Program 1998, Newark State College

Commencement Programs

This Commencement Program is for Newark State Teachers College's Class of 1998. The college created this brochure to showcase the Program, Honorary Degrees, Honorary Graduates, Degree Candidates, Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Arts, Master of Arts, Class Officers, Psychology Diploma, Academic Costume, Board of Trustees, Battle Hymn of the Republic, and the Alma Mater.

July- August 1998, University Of North Dakota Alumni Association

ALL: UND Alumni Review Master List

July- August 1998 issue of "The University of North Dakota Alumni Review." 20 pages

Volume 81, Number 1

Northern Iowa Today, V82n2, Summer 1998, University Of Northern Iowa Alumni Association

UNI Today

Inside This Issue:
--Service learning Education branches out to link community needs with students' learning
--Teacher Helpline provides valuable link for first-year teachers Technology brings college resources closer to graduates.
--Helping communities decide IDM serves the state from border to border
--Sharing what means the most ew scholarships will benefit education and library science students.
--Portfolio: 1998 Student Art Exhibit Showcasing some of the award winners from this year's show.
--Emeritus faculty profile: Saul and Joan Diamond Giving back is what counts.
--Alumni profile: Thomas Phillips Knowing when to change your plans makes a difference.
--College & University
--UNI Alumni …