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"Rusticall Chymistry": Alchemy, Saltpeter Projects, And Experimental Fertilizers In Seventeenth-Century English Agriculture", Justin Niermeier-Dohoney

Arts and Communication Faculty Publications

As the primary ingredient in gunpowder, saltpeter was an extraordinarily important commodity in the early modern world. Historians of science and technology have long studied its military applications but have rarely focused on its uses outside of warfare. Due to its potential effectiveness as a fertilizer, saltpeter was also an integral component of experimental agricultural reform movements in the early modern period and particularly in seventeenth-century England. This became possible for several reasons: the creation of a thriving domestic saltpeter production industry in the second half of the sixteenth century; the development of vitalist alchemical theories that sought a unified …

A Case For Disastrous Party Politics In Peru, Carlo A. Chavez Linares

Res Publica - Journal of Undergraduate Research

The commemoration of 200 years of Peruvian independence brings the question if the republic is really free and sovereign. Even though Peru is formally a democracy, it is weak and not yet consolidated. Satisfaction with democracy is low, and many analysts claim that it already died in the 1990s. In a narrow sense, Peruvian democracy is in danger because of the personalistic nature of the political parties. This study defends the argument that parties in Peru are weak. Specifically, it focuses on the shift from traditional to proto-parties. Traditional parties failed in their political role, and, therefore, new anti-elite and …

High Frequency Gentrification Prediction Using Airbnb Data, Leo Kitchell

CMC Senior Theses

We propose a methodology for estimating neighborhood gentrification using high frequency, publicly available Airbnb data. Leveraging 3.8 million text reviews from Jan 2014 to Dec 2019 across 17 US cities, we find guest reviews and rental characteristics to be predictive of gentrification during the same period. Both structured features (e.g. number of listings) and unstructured features (e.g. word frequency in reviews) are found to be important predictors across multiple specifications. Using our trained model, we predict and map current gentrification rates ahead of official statistics. These models are provided freely to enable rapid policy response and further research.

Environmental Monitorin Plan: For Work To Be Performed: July 1, 2021 Through June 30, 2022, Tennessee. Department Of Environment And Conservation.

Environmental Monitoring Plans

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), Division of Remediation, Oak Ridge (DoR-OR), submits this annual Fiscal Year 2022 (FY2022) Environmental Monitoring Plan (EMP) for the period of performance, from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. This report is submitted as a comprehensive plan for TDEC DoR-OR monitoring and assessment activities across the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR) in accordance with the terms of both the Environmental Surveillance and Oversight Agreement (ESOA), as well as in support of activities being conducted under the Federal Facilities Agreement (FFA).

University Of Memphis Magazine, 1997 Summer

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Igniting Imaginations" by Susan Milner

Whether a veteran professional or a relative newcomer to academia, two of the University's top teachers agree that a love of teaching ensures success in the classroom.

Also featured, "Love is Lipman" by Alexandra Catherine Martin

Celebrating its 50th year of service, the Barbara K. Lipman Early Childhood School and Research Institute improves early childhood education one child at a time.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 1999 Summer

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Art of the Question" by Les Seago

Eminent Faculty Award winner Art Graesser attempts to teach a computer to think.

Also featured, "SpringFest"

Thousands enjoyed the third annual festival, held on the lawn of the Ned R. McWherter Library. The festival, held on the east lawn of the Ned R. McWherter Library, featured more than 100 booths and exhibits and offered such activities as arts-and-crafts sales, face-painting, story-telling, glimpses into cyberspace and information from the city's many neighborhood associations.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2000 Winter

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Quake-Up Call" by Greg Russell

Turkey, China, California - Many people think that major earthquakes happen other places - not at home! But UofM researchers studying a quake in Taiwan returned to campus with warnings for inhabitants of the new Madrid seismic zone.

Also featured, "Accessing Aristotle" by Olivia Miller

Alumna, Marla Johnson, has parlayed a triple major in international relations, urban studies and political science into a successful cyberspace career.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2005 Winter

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Health Matters" by Jamie Peters

Out-of-shape? University of Memphis professors are spearheading programs that prescribe numerous ways to improve the community's health.

Also featured, "Broadening Their Horizons" by Amy Gillentine

Memphis businessman James McGehee Jr. is helping UofM students fulfill a dream - taking part in a unique performing arts program in Arezzo, Italy.

The Columns, 1954 October

The Columns

In this issue:

"Warm Welcome Awaits Visiting MSC Alumni"; "Enrollment Doubles Since World War II"; New Memphis State Press Publishes Claude G. Bowers Lecture Series"; "Grid Game Heads Homecoming Events"

The Columns, 1964 Summer

The Columns

IN THIS ISSUE:

"GRADUATION 1964" A Salute to the Graduating Class; "THE BEST FOR ALL" President Humphreys views single board for higher education; "DOWNTOWN CAMPUS TO OPEN THIS FALL" Memphis State extends its facilities to downtown Memphis; "OUR FIRST ALUMNI DAY DIRECTOR'S CHAIR" An informal look at alumni activities in West.

Cover design by Peter Thomas.

The Columns, 1955 May

The Columns

IN THIS ISSUE:

"Record 550 Will Be Graduated May 30"; "MA Degrees to Go to 135 Candidates"; "Air Force General To Address Class."

The Columns, 1964 Fall

The Columns

IN THIS ISSUE:

"HOMECOMING 1964" A full schedule of events is planned for alumni and students on Homecoming weekend; "OUR CHANGING PROFILE" 5.5 million dollar building program completed just in time for fall semester; "AN AERIAL LOOK AT TODAY'S CAMPUS ENROLLMENT EXCEEDS 10,500" University faces unsolved space problem next September; "DIRECTOR'S CHAIR."

The Columns, 1965 Spring

The Columns

IN THIS ISSUE:

"2nd Annual Alumni Day -- May 8"; "Legislative Review"; "Alumni Board Meets"; "New Concept in Speech and Drama"; "Deans Honored"; "Alumni Ticket Priority."

The Columns, 1956 June

The Columns

IN THIS ISSUE:

"Largest Class In MSC History Produces Flood of 700 Grads"; "Humphreys Elected Alumni President"; "Shakespearean Festival Again Proves Successful."

The Columns, 1996 February

The Columns

Cover Story, "A Campus Plan: To Meet the Needs"

Legend has it that a few years ago Memphis State officials asked a campus planner to look over the old sod and let them know the possibilities. He is supposed to have said, after a look, "Tear it down and start all over." Fortunately, his advice wasn't taken and another, more optimistic, campus planner was found. The nine buildings now under construction or planned for immediate construction all will fit into an architectural -as well as academic- plan. For answers to questions often asked by Alumni, The Columns asked Dr. Calvin …

The Columns, 1970 January-February

The Columns

About the cover,

"Sophomore Mike Coscia photographed this dimly-lit xylophone backstage at Memphis State's acclaimed production of "Something Wicked This Way Comes," presented Dec. 8-13. An original adaptation of Ray Bradbury's novel, the play relied heavily upon unusual visual and audio effects in an experiment in "Total Theatre." The original adaptation was written by Mrs. Gloria D. Baxter, assistant professor of speech and drama who also directed the play, and was the regional winner in The American College Theatre Festival.

Also featured, "Health Center Dedicated"; "MSU Homecoming, Nov. 1, 1969"; "Accountancy Chair is Newest MSUF Goal."

The Columns, 1970 October

The Columns

Cover Story, "Homecoming '70"

A weekend of festivities and gala events await alumni who return to the Memphis State University campus Saturday, Oct. 17, for Homecoming 1970.

Also featured, "Our Polluted Earth"

Memphis State University ecology expert Neil Miller may literally terrify you to action in this arresting article.

The Columns, 1958 January

The Columns

In this issue, "Science Building To Be Dedicated Next November"

The Southeast Division of the Association of American Geographers will hold its annual meeting at Memphis State University next Nov. 25-27.

Also featured, "TV Teaching Will Be Used Next Fall"; "Tigers End Pigskin Season With 6 Victories, 4 Losses."

The Columns, 1967 Summer

The Columns

In this issue, "A Decade of Development"

"Ten years ago we sought, and obtained permission, to change our name from college to university. After a decade of development, we are, I am proud to say, a university in every respect." The speaker was Dr. C. C. Humphreys, MSU President. The occasion was the tenth anniversary of the achievement of university status for Memphis State. More than a hundred alumni, faculty members, legislators, former legislators, members of Greater Memphis State and friends of the University met for the luncheon in the University cafeteria June 30 as Dr. Humphreys outlined the decade …

The Columns, 1971 May

The Columns

Cover Story, "MSU's Classic Dean"

MSU's classic dean of students will retire on July 1, 1971, ending a 46-year career in education, and on June 18 his friends and associates will honor him with a banquet at the MSU University Center Ballroom. As executive dean of students, Robert Melville Robison was in charge of the University's retention program.

Also featured, "Distinguished Teaching Awards presented"

Dr. Walter R. Smith, acting vice president of academic affairs, converses with the recipients of the 1970-71 Distinguished Teaching Awards. The winners are Dr. Robert E. Magowan, Technology; Dr. James F. Payne, Biology; Dr. Arthur L. …

The Columns, 1971 October

The Columns

Special Issue: Homecoming '71 Activities

Memphis State University's 1971 Homecoming festivities, scheduled for November 3-6, will hold many attractions for Memphians, MidSoutherners, alumni and MSU students alike. Some of the events planned include a pre-game cocktail buffet, the annual alumni brunch and a football clash with the University of Houston.

Also featured, "MSU Boasts of its first nominee for Governor: Mississippi's Bill Waller"

Unless the political experts have completely misinterpreted the voters' climate in Mississippi, Memphis State University will soon be able to boast of its first governor. William Lowe Waller, a 44-year-old business graduate of MSU, has apparently become …

The Columns, 1972 September

The Columns

On the cover: Fred Pancoast makes his debut as Memphis State's new head football coach on September 16 against Ole Miss. Regarded by his peers as one of the nation's most promising figures in the coaching profession, he has talked nothing but Tiger football since coming to MSU in mid-February, making over 100 speeches to civic clubs, alumni groups, etc.

Also featured, "Higher Education and the 1970's" by Dr. E. Grady Bouge

Dr. E. Grady Bogue, the first doctoral graduate of Memphis State, has been associated with the University since 1964. He states that higher education will face a major …

The Columns, 1959 May

The Columns

In this issue:

"Expansion Plans Made For MSU"

Memphis State has announced a $15,000,000 expansion program that would stretch its boundaries north to Central and provide more educational facilities, provided funds are made available. 'President J ack Smith said the plan would provide more facilities for an expected 12,000 students in the next 14 years.

"Memphis State Library" By Ellison Brown, Librarian

The catalog of the college in 1947 described the Library as having 36,000 volumes. There were three professional staff members. Since that time the growth of the Library has increased with the accelerated pace of the institution as …

The Columns, 1973 May

The Columns

On the cover: Coach Gene Bartow (top) discusses Tiger strategy on a nationwide television interview at the NCAA Midwest Regional Tournament in Houston on March 17, while Billy Buford, Larry Kenon (left), Ronnie Robinson and Larry Finch (right) celebrate the mighty Tigers' 92-72 victory over Kansas State. This issue features the NCAA tournament play of Clean Gene and his Tiger machine.

Also featured, "What can you do with a degree in...?" by Henry Bailey

MSU professors discuss the job market and its opportunities for liberal arts graduates.

The Columns, 1962 May

The Columns

In this issue:

"MSU Law School To Open In Fall"

A School of Law for Memphis State University was approved by the State Board of Education in Nashville, April 3. The new law school, which will begin with about 100 students, will start classes on the MSU campus in September.

"Memphis State To Dedicate Three Buildings At Homecoming"

Homecoming Day for Memphis State this year has been set for Saturday, October 13. Three events will highlight the activities of the day. The new Business Administration building and men's and women's dormitories will be dedicated.

The Columns, 1974 November

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Economic Fever Felt Nationwide" by Susan Crawford

Inflation affects us all, even the kids, and saving pennies isn't easy as 6-year-old Shane, son of BOBBY ('70) and JILL (FROST) CLARK of Memphis, finds out. Two Memphis State University authorities, Dr. Kurt Flexner, chairman of the department of economics, and Paul Lowry, director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research, express their views concerning the how's and why's of the current economic situation.

Also featured, "Project Memphis Combines Service, Training, and Research" by Holly Crenshaw

Project MEMPHIS (Memphis Educational Model Providing Handicapped Infant Service) now in its …

The Columns, 1976 March-April

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Drive Of A Pro" by Susan Crawford

Golf watchers say winning the U.S. Open means an automatic million dollars in the pro's pocket. However, U.S. Open champion Lou Graham, who played golf at Memphis State in the late fifties, says he's still looking for that million, " . .. nobody makes a million in the first year, not by just winning the U.S. Open."

Also featured, "Evoked Potential" by Karyn Hollis

MSU and UT are jointly researching a testing process called evoked potential which detects malfunctions in the human nervous system. Under the direction of MSU Professor …

The Columns, 1976 January-February

The Columns

Cover Story, "Star Comes Home For Best Performance" by Susan Crawford

Gail Robinson, Metropolitan Opera star and former Memphis State student, has a habit of returning to Memphis for important events in her life. True to form, she arrived in Memphis in the fall for what she calls " ... my biggest and most rewarding performance."

Also featured, "Over Cornbread And Black-eyed Peas..." by Karyn Hollis

Over such traditional Southern fare as black-eyed peas and cornbread, dreams of many world diplomats come true as international students form friendships that unite people from Cairo, Jerusalem, Memphis, Teheran, Chicago, and/or Buenos Aires. …

The Columns, 1983 September

The Columns

Cover photo: MSU President Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter surveys a model of the central campus of Memphis State, "The University of the 80's". The model is housed in the second-floor foyers of the Administration Building. (Photo by Art Grinder).

Also featured, "Tigers' Rebuilding on Track"

Sports Illustrated writer Norman McCoy previews the football season.

The Columns, 1965-1966 Directory

The Columns

1965-1966 Alumni Membership Directory