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Spectator 2009-05-27, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

The Eastern Echo, May 26, 2009, Eastern Michigan University

EMU Student Newspaper: The Normal News & The Eastern Echo

No abstract provided.

Gsu View, 2009-05-21, Office Of Public Affairs

GSU View

Newsletter published by Governors State University 2007-current.

Gsu Police Chief Receives Extensive Training, Office Of Public Affairs

Press Releases

Chief Debra K. Boyd, Director of Public Safety at Governors State University, recently graduated from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Executive Institute executive development program, “Police Executive Role in the 21st Century.”

Kalamazoo Area Labor Management Committee, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Mustang Daily, May 20, 2009

Cal Poly Student Newspaper

Student newspaper of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA.

Spectator 2009-05-20, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

Measuring The Effectiveness Of The Statewide Initiative: “The Maturing Of Illinois”, Joseph Alustiza

Capstone Projects – Politics and Government

The federal government continues to mandate and fund non-profit organizations to provide social services in local communities around the United States. Social services such as healthcare, education and poverty relief have been “privatized” to non-profit organizations. In the case of aging services, the East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging (ECIAAA) has been mandated and funded by the federal government and the state government of Illinois based on appropriations in Title III from the Older Americans Act (OAA). This area agency and others around the country provide program and planning services and support to service providers for older adults, caregivers …

Deafdigest: Blue Edition, May 17, 2009, Barry Strassler

DeafDigest Blue 2009

No abstract provided.

Undergraduate Commencement Exercises Program, May 16, 2009

Bryant University Commencements

Commencement Exercises Program, May 16, 2009.

A House Divided: The Evolution Of The Louisiana Superdome From A Divisive Concept Into A Symbol Of New Orleans And The Surrounding Areas, Matthew B. Higgins

LSU New Orleans Theses and Dissertations

The following thesis examines the development of the Louisiana Superdome from a concept that created division amongst the people of Louisiana, including those in the New Orleans metropolitan area, to a facility that would serve as, "a symbol of our recovery". This thesis begins with the fanfare and euphoria from the reopening of the Superdome in September 2006 following millions of dollars worth of damage from Hurricane Katrina and from those using it as a "shelter of last resort". It then introduces some of the major players in the Superdome's development from a divisive concept into a symbol of the …

Graduate School Commencement Exercises Program, May 14, 2009

Bryant University Commencements

Graduate School Commencement Exercises Program, May 16, 2009.

Spectator 2009-05-13, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

The Development, Diffusion And Evaluation Of A Fall Hazard Safety Training Program For Residential Construction Workers Utilizing Instructor Led And New Media Delivery, Mark D. Fullen

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

The numbers of workers in the residential construction industry are on the rise. Falls have continually been the largest contributor to residential construction worker deaths and injuries. These workers are largely self-employed or working for small companies. These individuals are difficult to reach through traditional methods. This research proposed to use the Internet to reach this group and engage them in the curriculum development cycle.;An instructional design research method known as Type I Developmental Research was utilized to study the methodology, product, implementation, and outcomes for this program throughout the design, implementation, and evaluation stages. Five complete cycles of design, …

Blind Synchronization And Detection Of Nyquist Pulse Shaped Qam Signals, Evren Terzi

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

This thesis proposes a blind receiver for the Nyquist pulse shaped quadratureamplitude modulation (QAM) signals. The focus is on single carrier signals. The blind receiver includes the estimation of the symbol rate, the roll-off factor of the filter, the optimal sample phase, the frequency offset, the phase offset and as well as the correction of frequency and phase offsets.

The blind receiver is proposed for the cognitive radio applications. Cognitive radios are intelligent devices which can adapt themselves according to its user and its environment, i.e. they are aware of the user and the environment. Another importance of cognitive radios …

2009 May 9

Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

Rural Renewal, Stacey L. Hageman

Architecture Masters of Science Program: Theses

This project looks to combat the decline of rural communities by employing innovative planning and design processes in order to create a sustainable plan that incorporates quality of life, community pride, walkability/active living, and innovative and energyefficient design; specifically in the rural community of Cambridge, Nebraska.

A site analysis and needs assessment explore and define the requirements of the study and aide in the creation of focused goals and objectives. Planned Unit Developments and Form-Based Codes are implemented in order to influence a creative and innovative plan for the subdivision.

Earth-sheltering highly influences the structure of buildings within the site. …

The Murray Ledger And Times, May 9, 2009, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

2009-05-09 Minutes & Appendices, Longwood University

Board of Visitors Meeting Minutes 1964-

No abstract provided.

Walkers, Runners, Bikers: Share The Path!, Rit University News

University Publications

Last summer, writing about the completion of RIT's new "multi-use-trail" along the inner side of Andrews Drive from Wiltsie Drive to Gleason Circle (a project championed by Student Government)-- I predicted that the trail would save a few lives. The Tiger Beat takes you behind the scenes with the members of RIT University News-- the news and public relations division of Rochester Institute of Technology. Get the "story behind the story" and an insider's look at who we are and what we do to publicize RIT news.

Hawks' Herald -- May 8, 2009, Roger Williams University

Hawk's Herald

No abstract provided.

Finance, Planning And Facilities Committee, May 8, 2009, Coastal Carolina University

Board of Trustees Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.

Nowhere To Go: How Stigma Limits The Options Of Female Drug Users After Release From Jail, Juliana Van Olphen, Michele J. Eliason, Nicholas Freudenberg, Nicholas Freudenberg

Publications and Research

Background Drug and alcohol using women leaving prison or jail face many challenges to successful re-integration in the community and are severely hampered in their efforts by the stigma of drug or alcohol use compounded by the stigma of incarceration. Methods This qualitative study is based on individual semi-structured interviews and focus groups with 17 women who had recently left jail about the challenges they faced on reentry. Results Our analysis identified three major themes, which are related by the overarching influence of stigma: survival (jobs and housing), access to treatment services, and family and community reintegration. Conclusion Stigma based …

Western News, May 7, 2009, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Aerospace engineer named engineering dean; New emergency management Web site goes online; Service anniversaries for May; On Campus with Judy Belland.

Vista: May 7, 2009, University Of San Diego

USD Vista (1965-)

No abstract provided.

Otter Realm, May 7, 2009, California State University, Monterey Bay

The Otter Realm

CCAA CHAMPIONS -- College Student 101: Chapters ... Another One Comes to an End -- What You Otter Do! May 9 - August '09 -- Students Show Off Their Knowledge at the Capstone Festival -- Think Again Before Hitting the Beach -- Summer's Here, and Campus is Booked -- Students Give Back to CSUMB -- Wilderness Experience: Trails with a View -- Angel Arellano: A Mother, Friend and Teacher -- CSUMB Buildings Get Named, Not Numbered -- Wanted: Summer Internships -- Burning Violence by Candlelight -- Three Parts Make Whole: East Campus Changes Rent -- CSUMB Fifth Annual Honors Convocation: …

Determinants Of Hepatitis B Vaccination Among Adults In The United States: Nhanes 1999-2006, Conschetta Wright

Theses and Dissertations

Purpose: The primary objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of vaccination and HBV infection status of adults and to evaluate the trend in self reported vaccination and seroprevalence for Hepatitis B for this population. Additionally, this study sought to assess the association between vaccination rates, seroprevalence (HBsAg, anti-HBc, and anti-HBs), demographic (age, gender, location of birth, race/ethnicity), and socioeconomic (annual household income, education level, insurance coverage and access to care, marital status) characteristics. Methods: Eight years, 1999-2006, of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data were used. NHANES participants aged 20-59 years who contributed data …

Spectator 2009-05-06, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

Alex Kotlowicz To Speak At Creating Safe Schools Symposium, Office Of Public Affairs

Press Releases

Noted author, journalist, and educator, Alex Kotlowicz will be the keynote speaker at the Creating Safe Schools Symposium. The Symposium is free and open to the public. People who work with youth in the home, in school, or in the community are invited to join this important discussion. Educators, public safety officers, local government officials, and community members are welcome.

Nuclear Power As Carbon-Free Energy? The Global Nuclear Energy Partnership, Mariah Zebrowski

Colorado Environmental Law Journal

No abstract provided.