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Smu Geothermal Project: Big Ideas Grant Proposal, Andres Ruzo, Elizabeth Corey

Big iDeas 2009 Proposals

This proposal requests funding to complete a multidisciplinary comprehensive study evaluating the geologic, engineering, and financial feasibility of establishing a binary-cycle geothermal power plant on the SMU Campus.

Profiting From Nonprofits: A Study Of Nonprofits And The Role They Play In Society, Amy Koshy, Kristen Arndt, Jamie Cohen

Big iDeas 2009 Proposals

In recent years, Dallas nonprofits have been part of a tumultuous roller coaster ride, as rankings for the sector have gone from an all time low of 25th out of 25 in 2005, to 2nd in 2006, and most recently 13th in 2008. The sector has also continuously received low rankings in categories concerning nonprofit financial health and was cited to have some of the slowest growing charities in the nation. With the economy currently in a grave recession, it is reported that several nonprofits have shut their doors and it is expected that more shall follow. This poses a …

Proposal To Determine The Level Of And Disparities Relating To Health Literacy In Various Parts Of Dallas, Texas, Matt Gayer, Austin Prentice

Big iDeas 2009 Proposals

The goal of this proposal will to begin to assess the amount of, and any possible disparities related to, health literacy in Dallas, as well as the knowledge and practice of medical providers in Dallas concerning clear health communication strategies. These goals will be accomplished through one on one interviews and surveys.

Big Ideas Proposal - "Omega Delta Phi's Young Knights Program", Pablo De Santiago, John Trujillo, Vernon Washington, Kee Lee, Winfred Ko, Cleve Moten, Danny Fernandez, Jake Fields, Ricardo Tovar, Ben Perez, Julio Lopez, Daniel Briones

Big iDeas 2009 Proposals

Many promising young students go to DISD high school with the wrong mentality. This mentality keeps many of them from challenging themselves and looking beyond high school. Here is an example of certain attitudes that can keep these young students from further pursuing an education....Solution: A program focused and getting the high school students looking towards the future – ODPhi’s Young Knights Mentoring Program.

Profiting From Nonprofits: A Study Of Nonprofit Organizations In The Dfw Area, Amy Koshy, Kristen Arndt, Jamie Cohen

Big iDeas 2009 Spring Updates

No abstract provided.

Health Literacy, Matt Gayer, Austin Prentice

Big iDeas 2009 Spring Updates

No abstract provided.

Kids Art Risk: Mentoring "At Risk" Children Through Art, Melanie Vettimattan, Astrud Villareal

Big iDeas 2009 Spring Updates

No abstract provided.

A Review Of Smu's Current Smoking Policy, Grayson Walker, Ryan Pitts, Ehmke Alex

Big iDeas 2009 Spring Updates

No abstract provided.

How Do You Know That? An Investigation Of Student Research Practices In The Digital Age, Randall Mcclure, Kellian Clink

Library Services Publications

This study investigates the types of sources that English composition students use in their research essays. Unlike previous studies, this project pairs an examination of source citations with deeper analysis of source use, and both are discussed in relation to responses gathered in focus groups with participating students and teachers. The researchers examine how students negotiate locating and using source material, particularly online sources, in terms of timeliness, authority, and bias. The researchers report on how teachers struggle to introduce these concepts and how students fail to perceive authority and bias in their sources.

Examining Cultural Competence Among Osteopathic Medical Students , Sooni Lee

PCOM Psychology Dissertations

With the growing number of racial and ethnic minorities in the United States, there also has been a rise in health disparities. Ethnic minorities have been experiencing an overabundance of medical issues, particularly chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Although these chronic diseases are preventable, ethnic minorities are at greater risk for death from them. Possible contributing factors to the increase in health disparities include limited medical attention and follow-up appointments with physicians and the physician-patient relationship. The purpose of this study was twofold: to examine cultural competence among osteopathic medical students and to examine their attitudes toward …

Teachers' Understanding Of Components Of Response To Intervention (Rti) In Pennsylvania, Gabrielle Wilcox

PCOM Psychology Dissertations

Since recent regulations allow the use of response to intervention (RTI) for specific learning disability determination, many districts have implemented RTI. This study surveyed a stratified random sample of 2,000 teachers in Pennsylvania with 141 usable responses. The purpose of this study was to ascertain teacher understanding of components of RTI in districts using and not using RTI and to determine if district implementation procedures impacted perceived effectiveness. Overall, the groups were similar in understanding and perceived importance of RTI components; however, there were small but notable differences. Respondents with higher levels of perceived effectiveness indicated greater support from a …

Biofeedback Assisted Relaxation Training Program To Decrease Test Anxiety In Nursing Students, Catherine Andrea Prato

UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones

Nursing programs have been cited as being among the most stressful undergraduate programs. Students' knowledge and skills are consistently tested and monitored, and students may fail a course or be dropped from their nursing program if scores are not above a certain standard. Anxiety reactions are common to situations perceived as threatening; however, excessive anxiety may paralyze an individual and interfere with effective learning, functioning, and testing. Numerous studies have found increased anxiety causes physiological changes including increased respirations and heart rate, and decreased peripheral skin temperature. The purpose of this study was two fold. First test anxiety was measured …

Social Software Programs: Student Preferences Of Librarian Use, Annie Epperson, Jennifer Leffler

University Libraries Publications

PURPOSE: The purpose of this paper is to present findings of an electronic survey to determine the extent of use of social software programs.

DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: The study was conducted to discover the extent to which students use social software programs, namely Facebook, MySpace, Instant Messaging and Second Life, and to determine their level of desire for having a librarian or library presence within those settings. A web survey was developed and distributed using convenience sampling. The survey was distributed to students at two college campuses located in the state of Colorado in the USA.

FINDINGS: The majority of respondents use …

Social Norms And College Dating Violence Among Gay Bisexual Transgender And Queer (Gbtq) Students, Lashawn Rivera

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

There is minimal research on Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (GBTQ) dating violence on college campuses. This qualitative study was facilitated using focus groups that included students that identified as being GBTQ at the University of Central Florida (UCF). The focus group questions were open ended in a discussion format. Participants were recruited from student organizations like the Gay Lesbian Bisexual Student Union (GLBSU) and Knight Allies on campus. There were a total of 10 students that participated in 2 different focus group sessions. Student's attitudes, thoughts and opinions about dating violence on college campuses in GBTQ relationships were …

Curriculum Studies The Creative Student: A Winnicottian Literary Analysis, Stephanie Leigh Perry

College of Graduate Studies: Theses & Dissertations

Generalizations are made regarding the importance of creativity because creativity is considered to be the hallmark that sets humans apart from other animals. Creativity is a highly coveted gift that allows people the outlet by which to achieve greater joy, fulfillment, and meaning in their lives. However, relatively little is known about the origins of creativity and how to achieve greater creativity. Hoping to improve the quality of life of individuals and society, this dissertation examines the creativity that first springs up between a child and parent. In researching the relationship between children and parents, I draw heavily from the …

Factors That Influence Students' Desires To Attend Higher Education, Shawn Lea Temple

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

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Grammar Confidential: Dispelling Common Writing Myths, David Spratt

Scholarly Articles in Law Reviews & Journals

No abstract provided.

Spring Break: The Economic, Socio-Cultural And Public Governance Impacts Of College Students On Spring Break Host Locations, John Laurie

LSU New Orleans Theses and Dissertations

Spring Break, which has been transformed from a rather mild mid-winter vacation to a cultural rite over the past seventy-years, allows students to bring their values en masse to the host locations they visit. While only visiting these locales for a short time, college students nonetheless significantly impact the economic, public governance and socio-cultural processes of their Spring Break host locations. This dissertation explores the process of how and why students choose these locations and the impacts that occur as a result. A quantitative approach is used to determine the level of impact on a host location's economic, socio-cultural and …

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

WKU Administration Documents

Commencement program listing graduates.

"What Should I Write?" Helping Students Respond To Prompts, Nancy Mack

English Language and Literatures Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Dit News, 1st.-31st. Of December, 2008, Dit:Students Union

DIT Student Union

No abstract provided.

Academic Achievement Of Students In A Charter Homeschool, Mary A. Leeds Edd

Dissertations

A recent development in education is the public charter school as a homeschool model. In several states across the nation, a child may enroll in an independent study program of a public charter school and base his or her studies in the home. This model in the realm of education is called charter homeschool. The state of California has over 120 operating charter homeschools, also known as independent study programs or non-classroom based charter schools. The delivery of instruction from non-classroom based programs has begun to challenge traditional definitions of public schooling. The increased state accountability demands of student academic …

Volume 44 - Issue 04 - Friday, October 3, 2008, Rose Thorn Staff

The Rose Thorn Archive

The Rose Thorn, Rose-Hulman's independent student newspaper.

Student Fact Book, Fall 2008, Thirty-Second Annual Edition, Wright State University, Office Of Student Information Systems, Wright State University

Wright State University Student Fact Books

The student fact book has general demographic information on all students enrolled at Wright State University for Fall Quarter, 2008.

Nova Law Review-Volume 33-2008-2009, Michael T. Fraser, Jeremy Dicker, Sanaz Alempour, Laurence Krutchik

Law Review Mastheads

No abstract provided.

Sacred Heart University Magazine, Fall 2008, Sacred Heart University

Sacred Heart University Magazine

No abstract provided.

Les Liaisons Dangereuses (October 2-5, 2008), Christopher Hampton

Student Theatre Programs

Program for Les Liaisons Dangereuses (October 2-5, 2008).

To view the photos from this production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses, please click here.

Volume 44 - Issue 03 - Friday, September 26, 2008, Rose Thorn Staff

The Rose Thorn Archive

The Rose Thorn, Rose-Hulman's independent student newspaper.

Volume 44 - Issue 01 - Friday, September 12, 2008, Rose Thorn Staff

The Rose Thorn Archive

The Rose Thorn, Rose-Hulman's independent student newspaper.

Volume 44 - Issue 00 - Friday, August 29, 2008, Rose Thorn Staff

The Rose Thorn Archive

The Rose Thorn, Rose-Hulman's independent student newspaper.