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Nova University Center For The Advancement Of Education Programs For Higher Education 1988–1989 Catalog, Nova University Jan 1988

Nova University Center For The Advancement Of Education Programs For Higher Education 1988–1989 Catalog, Nova University

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice College Archive

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1988-1989 Course Catalog, University Of Montana (Missoula, Mont. : 1965-1994). Office Of The Registrar Jan 1988

1988-1989 Course Catalog, University Of Montana (Missoula, Mont. : 1965-1994). Office Of The Registrar

University of Montana Course Catalogs, 1895-2024

An annual catalog of courses and course descriptions offered at the University of Montana.

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A Survey Of Faculty Salaries In Selected Communication Disciplines: 1986–87, Patricia D. Witherspoon, Kathleen J. Jensen Jan 1988

A Survey Of Faculty Salaries In Selected Communication Disciplines: 1986–87, Patricia D. Witherspoon, Kathleen J. Jensen

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reports results from a 1986–87 national survey of faculty salaries in selected communication disciplines, including advertising, journalism, radio-television-film, speech communication, and communication disorders. Data were collected from thirty-five institutions, primarily public universities, with salary ranges reported by rank across departments. Results indicate that advertising faculty consistently earned the highest mean salaries, particularly at the assistant professor level, reflecting competition with business schools and private sector opportunities. Speech communication salaries ranked lowest at the assistant and associate levels but showed the greatest percentage increase at the full professor rank, surpassing other disciplines. Salary differences were attributed to factors such …

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Academic Departments: Breaking The Habit Of Isolation, Jon Whitmore Jan 1988

Academic Departments: Breaking The Habit Of Isolation, Jon Whitmore

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article critiques the tendency of academic departments to become isolated and protective of their disciplinary boundaries, limiting opportunities for intellectual growth and collaboration. While departments provide essential structure and identity within higher education, they can also foster parochialism, territorialism, and insularity. The discussion highlights theatre as an inherently interdisciplinary field that naturally connects with literature, music, anthropology, cultural studies, and technology, making it well-suited for cross-departmental partnerships. Examples include collaborations with engineering and architecture on computer-aided design, with visual artists and composers on performance art, and with modern languages and cultural studies scholars as dramaturgs. The article argues that …

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Perspectives On Visiting Artist Program, Eleanor Nyquist Patton Jan 1988

Perspectives On Visiting Artist Program, Eleanor Nyquist Patton

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reflects on the experience of serving as a visiting artist at McNeese State University, offering guidance for both guest artists and host institutions. It emphasizes the mutual benefits of such programs, noting that visiting artists bring fresh ideas, renewed energy, and new perspectives, while also gaining opportunities for professional growth and creative exploration. The discussion outlines practical considerations, including aligning artistic philosophy with the host institution, clarifying workload expectations, and understanding available facilities, budgets, and schedules before accepting an engagement. Attention is given to the importance of recognizing limitations, valuing differences, and negotiating fair compensation and accommodations. The …

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Why Are You So Happy?, Samuel L. Becker, Douglas M. Trank Jan 1988

Why Are You So Happy?, Samuel L. Becker, Douglas M. Trank

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reports findings from a national survey of communication department chairs examining factors that influence job satisfaction. Respondents generally indicated moderate to high satisfaction, with little variation across institutional types. However, the type of college housing the department affected satisfaction, with chairs in social sciences reporting the highest levels and those in performing arts the lowest. The most significant concerns across institutions were budgetary issues, including funds for equipment, travel, and general expenses, along with shortages of faculty. Analysis showed that perceptions of how departments were valued by higher administrators strongly influenced satisfaction, especially at master’s and doctoral-granting institutions. …

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A Qualitative Analysis Of Successful Management Behaviors Of Black Female Administrators In Higher Education, Patricia A. Harvard Edd Jan 1988

A Qualitative Analysis Of Successful Management Behaviors Of Black Female Administrators In Higher Education, Patricia A. Harvard Edd

Dissertations

Little has been written about the topic of Black women administrators in higher education academia and therefore little is actually known. This study examines the strategies and behaviors used by Black women to successfully acquire and maintain their positions. None of the studies reviewed specifically addressed this subject, although a few related studies have been found to be helpful. The ultimate goal of this investigation is to provide a better understanding of the issues which confront Black women who aspire to or have already obtained administrative roles in higher education. It does not seek to verify any given theory or …

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The Utilization Of The Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act Funding Within The Disabled Student Programs And Services (Dsp&S) Of The California Community Colleges, Susan Jean Sargent Edd Jan 1988

The Utilization Of The Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act Funding Within The Disabled Student Programs And Services (Dsp&S) Of The California Community Colleges, Susan Jean Sargent Edd

Dissertations

Federal legislation has had a profound impact upon the vocational education provided to students with disabilities. The Carl Perkins Vocational Education Act (VEA) of 1984 was designed to assure that vocational education programs were made available to all persons. Persons who are disabled were one of six populations targeted to receive specialized funding in order to assure their accessibility. The purposes of this study were: (a) to examine the distribution patterns of VEA funds within the California community college districts, (b) to identify services for students with disabilities funded by the VEA in each college, and (c) to identify the …

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Annual Report Of The President, 1987-1988, Molloy University Archives And Special Collections Jan 1988

Annual Report Of The President, 1987-1988, Molloy University Archives And Special Collections

Annual Reports of the President

This item is an annual report published by the Office of the President in 1988, detailing the 1987-1988 academic year. It provides summaries of institutional changes, achievements of the students, faculty and staff, as well as an overview of the past academic year's events.

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College Of Technology, Bolton Street Prospectus 1988-89, City Of Dublin Vocational Education Committee Jan 1988

College Of Technology, Bolton Street Prospectus 1988-89, City Of Dublin Vocational Education Committee

Prospectus: Bolton Street

Courses for the College of Technology, Bolton Street, Dublin 1.

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Pacific Review Nov/Dec 1987, Pacific Alumni Association Dec 1987

Pacific Review Nov/Dec 1987, Pacific Alumni Association

Pacific Magazine and Pacific Review

No abstract provided.

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The Pacifican, November 5, 1987, University Of The Pacific Nov 1987

The Pacifican, November 5, 1987, University Of The Pacific

All Issues - Student Newspaper, The Pacifican, Pacific Weekly

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The Pacifican, October 29, 1987, University Of The Pacific Oct 1987

The Pacifican, October 29, 1987, University Of The Pacific

All Issues - Student Newspaper, The Pacifican, Pacific Weekly

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The Pacifican, October 15, 1987, University Of The Pacific Oct 1987

The Pacifican, October 15, 1987, University Of The Pacific

All Issues - Student Newspaper, The Pacifican, Pacific Weekly

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The Pacifican, October 8, 1987, University Of The Pacific Oct 1987

The Pacifican, October 8, 1987, University Of The Pacific

All Issues - Student Newspaper, The Pacifican, Pacific Weekly

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Pacific Review Sept/Oct 1987, Pacific Alumni Association Oct 1987

Pacific Review Sept/Oct 1987, Pacific Alumni Association

Pacific Magazine and Pacific Review

No abstract provided.

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Involving Faculty In Department And Professional Service, G. Jack Gravlee Oct 1987

Involving Faculty In Department And Professional Service, G. Jack Gravlee

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the role of faculty service in higher education and the responsibilities of department chairs in balancing participation with protection from excessive demands. Service is defined broadly, encompassing internal duties such as committees and advising, as well as external contributions to the community and professional organizations. The discussion highlights ambiguities in how service is valued compared to teaching and research, often leaving faculty uncertain about its impact on evaluation. Practical recommendations are offered for administrators: clarifying departmental obligations, rotating assignments, introducing new faculty gradually, reserving key tasks for senior members, and rewarding time-intensive service. Equally emphasized is the …

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Helping Teachers Become Better Teachers, Robert C. Dick Oct 1987

Helping Teachers Become Better Teachers, Robert C. Dick

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the challenges of improving teaching effectiveness in higher education, with particular focus on communication faculty. It argues that universities often undervalue teaching compared to research and service, resulting in limited recognition and rewards for instructional excellence. Contributing factors to poor teaching include reliance on outdated materials, burnout, limited interest in assigned courses, and pressures from tenure and promotion systems that prioritize publication. The discussion reviews methods of evaluating teaching, including peer review, student ratings, and departmental oversight, emphasizing the need for balanced and constructive feedback. It highlights the role of faculty development centers, workshops, and instructional grants …

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Collegial Governance In Public Institutions: A Dean's View, J. Robert Wills Oct 1987

Collegial Governance In Public Institutions: A Dean's View, J. Robert Wills

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines collegial governance in public institutions from the perspective of a dean, addressing both its challenges and potential. Governance is described as occurring within a complex web of relationships among faculty, chairs, deans, and central administrators, often divided into opposing “teams” that foster distrust and hinder cooperation. Key barriers identified include the diversity of purposes among faculty and administrators, declining trust that leads to cumbersome checks and balances, and the increasing intrusion of external agencies into institutional decision making. Despite these obstacles, the discussion argues that campuses function best when decision making is inclusive and transparent. The dean’s …

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Pacific Review July/Aug 1987, Pacific Alumni Association Aug 1987

Pacific Review July/Aug 1987, Pacific Alumni Association

Pacific Magazine and Pacific Review

No abstract provided.

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A Response To The Communication Arts And Sciences: Together Again, Harry Ausprich Aug 1987

A Response To The Communication Arts And Sciences: Together Again, Harry Ausprich

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This piece responds to ongoing debates about the organization of the communication arts and sciences by situating the discussion within the larger purpose of education. It argues that administrative considerations such as budgets, efficiency, or departmental structures should be secondary to the broader aim of cultivating intellectual inquiry, values, and connectedness across disciplines. Drawing on reports about educational reform and cultural commentary, it stresses the importance of balancing liberal studies with professional training to prepare students for rapid societal change. The essay highlights the responsibility of faculty to foster learning that emphasizes “know why” rather than only “know how.” It …

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Organizational Qualities Of Academic Departments, Michael Pacanowsky Aug 1987

Organizational Qualities Of Academic Departments, Michael Pacanowsky

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article explores the qualities of organizational culture that can make academic departments more enabling rather than constraining. Drawing on a sabbatical experience with W.L. Gore & Associates, the discussion contrasts corporate practices with academic structures. Gore’s culture emphasized freedom, fairness, commitment, and open communication, supported by a lattice-style structure and sponsorship instead of hierarchical management. From this model, six principles of empowering organizations are identified: distributing power and opportunity, maintaining open communication, using integrative problem-solving, encouraging challenge within trust, fostering self-responsibility, and learning from organizational contradictions. The article applies these principles to higher education, offering questions for administrators to …

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Female Leadership In Male-Dominated Organizations, Sue Dewine Aug 1987

Female Leadership In Male-Dominated Organizations, Sue Dewine

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines female leadership in male-dominated organizational cultures, particularly within the field of communication. It critiques common advice that encourages women to imitate masculine leadership models, arguing that such approaches create sterile environments and diminish the unique strengths women bring to leadership. The discussion reviews research on organizational culture and the influence of administrators in shaping departmental climates, highlighting persistent barriers faced by women in higher education. Evidence shows that female administrators often experience role conflict, isolation, and burnout, despite having skills comparable to male counterparts. Recommendations include embracing androgynous leadership traits, building professional networks, and promoting cultural change …

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Leadership And Conflict Management, Linda L. Putnam Aug 1987

Leadership And Conflict Management, Linda L. Putnam

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines conflict management as a central component of organizational life, particularly within educational settings. Conflict is defined as interaction among interdependent parties over perceived incompatible goals or actions, with potential to be either destructive or constructive. Constructive management emphasizes clarity, openness, and trust, while destructive approaches foster rigidity, defensiveness, and escalation. The discussion explores the unique features of academic organizations, including loosely coupled systems, competing goals, scarce resources, and divided professional loyalties, which make them especially prone to disputes. Strategies reviewed include conflict styles such as confrontation, forcing, smoothing, compromising, and avoiding, as well as bargaining approaches that …

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The Communication Arts And Sciences: Together Again? Well, It All Depends, J. Robert Wills Aug 1987

The Communication Arts And Sciences: Together Again? Well, It All Depends, J. Robert Wills

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article considers the administrative organization of communication arts and sciences in higher education, noting that approaches vary widely across campuses. It emphasizes that no single model is universally correct; rather, structures should be shaped by institutional mission, levels of specialization, program size, and campus culture. Examples illustrate that theatre, for instance, may be housed in English, communication, fine arts, or as a stand-alone program, with each arrangement carrying historical precedent and local justification. The discussion argues against imposing a national norm, urging instead that institutions regularly examine their organizational choices. While structure can influence outcomes, program excellence depends more …

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The Future Of Theatre Education: Defining The Discipline, J. Robert Wills Aug 1987

The Future Of Theatre Education: Defining The Discipline, J. Robert Wills

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article addresses the ongoing challenges and future prospects of theatre education in higher education. It argues that despite a long history on college campuses, theatre has struggled to gain widespread respectability and to achieve consistent excellence. The discussion emphasizes two fundamental questions—“Who are we?” and “What do we do?”—which programs must answer to define their missions and philosophies. Nine persistent dilemmas are outlined, including the balance between tradition and innovation, vocational training and liberal learning, specialization and generalization, and the role of students as individuals rather than passive participants. Additional concerns involve weak exploration of new ideas, limited articulation …

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Leadership And Management In The Academic Department: How Can Community And Bureaucracy Be Reconciled?, George Cheney Aug 1987

Leadership And Management In The Academic Department: How Can Community And Bureaucracy Be Reconciled?, George Cheney

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article explores the tension between bureaucracy and community in academic departments, offering leadership as a means of reconciliation. Bureaucratic structures, rooted in Weber’s analysis, are critiqued for displacing goals with procedures, obscuring social purposes, and minimizing individuals. These issues are shown to be particularly relevant in higher education, where efficiency, specialization, and management often overshadow academic ideals. The discussion contrasts management, associated with control and manipulation, with leadership, defined as guidance, inspiration, and cooperation. Drawing on organizational theory, leadership is described as fostering communication, articulating shared purpose, and enlisting cooperation. The metaphor of community is proposed to balance bureaucratic …

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Nova University Master Of Science In Computer-Based Learning Second Annual M.S. Summer Institute, Fort Lauderdale, Fl "The Future Of High Technology In Education And Training" Center For The Advancement Of Education Computer Education Programs July 18–26, 1987, Computer-Based Learning July 18–24, 1987, Nova University Jul 1987

Nova University Master Of Science In Computer-Based Learning Second Annual M.S. Summer Institute, Fort Lauderdale, Fl "The Future Of High Technology In Education And Training" Center For The Advancement Of Education Computer Education Programs July 18–26, 1987, Computer-Based Learning July 18–24, 1987, Nova University

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice College Archive

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1987 Commencement, Nova Southeastern University Jun 1987

1987 Commencement, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.

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Pacific Review May/June 1987, Pacific Alumni Association Jun 1987

Pacific Review May/June 1987, Pacific Alumni Association

Pacific Magazine and Pacific Review

No abstract provided.

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