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Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes 2025-06-26, Bowling Green State University

Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes

The official meeting minutes of Bowling Green State University's Board of Trustees.

Usa V. Isaiah Wise

2025 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Scholarly Program Notes For The Masters Recital Of Wesley Camdon Caulkins, Wesley Caulkins

Research Papers

In this paper, I will disseminate biographical and historical data and share my own musical analysis of the songs and arias I performed on my Master’s recital. Included are the following: Blue Mountain Ballads, by Paul Bowles (1910-1999), Don Quichotte à Dulcinée, by Maurice Ravel (1875-1937), “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’!”- Oklahoma! (1943) Richard Rodgers (1902-1979) and Oscar Hammerstein (1895-1960), “Sibillar gli angui d’aletto”- Rinaldo, by George Fredrick Handel (1685-1759), “Madamina! Il catalogo e questo”- Don Giovanni, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), Drei Gesange von Metastasio, Franz Schubert (1797-1828), selections from Fünf Lieder op. 47, no. 1, 3, …

A Study On The Discourse Regarding The Handover And Continuation Of Power Of The Ruling Class Under The Succession System In Ancient Chinese Patriarchal Society In The Chinese Novel “Romance Of The Three Kingdoms”, Pantagarn Uswachoke, Suree Choonharuangdej

Journal of Letters

This article aims to study and analyze the discourse regarding the handover and continuation of power of the ruling class under the succession system in the patriarchal society during the Late Han Dynasty in the Chinese novel “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” by using a critical discourse analysis approach, to study the language strategies used in the construction of discourse about class, and to analyze the ideology reflected through this discourse. The study found that on the issue of handing over and continuing the power of the ruling class, the novel “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” reproduces the construction of …

Dewayne Bulls V. Fbi

2025 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Pretty And Problematic: The Use Of Music In Guadagnino's 'Call Me By Your Name', Brandon L. Foskett

Deliberately Queer Journal

Tension in the reception of the American-Italian film Call Me by Your Name (dir. Guadagnino, 2017)—as a beautiful film that implicitly condones a problematic narrative—is shaped in part by its compilation soundtrack. Already lauded as a timeless masterpiece in cinematography, sensuality, and music, the film also receives steadfast criticism regarding its portrayal of homosexuality and alleged condoning of interage desire between Elio, a 17-year-old Italian-French boy, and Oliver, a 24-year-old American man. In this paper, I analyze five musical episodes from the film, including The Psychedelic Furs’ “Love My Way,” Ravel’s Une barque sur l’océan, and Sufjan Stevens’s “Mystery …

If The Halls Could Talk: Educator Narratives On Teen Media Literacy, Doda Lulgjuraj

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Adolescents are avid yet vulnerable consumers of digital and social media, frequently exposed to non-credible information without possessing the essential tools to evaluate it effectively. The qualitative research conducted explores adolescent media literacy through the perspectives of middle school and high school educators, intending to understand students' ability to discern credible information. Additionally, this research aims to determine the extent to which current educational practices foster this skill. This study underscores the importance of equipping adolescents with media literacy skills in an increasingly complex and sometimes misleading digital environment. Thirty-six educators from four states in the U.S. participated in semi-structured …

The Torchbearer Project At The Whitefield Center Lessons Learned From Developing An Adolescent-Level Christian Discipleship Program, Kenneth Reed Vaughn

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

In this dissertation, the author discussed the lessons learned regarding building and administering Christian discipleship programs for adolescents. The discussion involved three institutions influenced by the work of the Reverend George Whitefield, all of which have recently faced challenges related to forced organizational transformation or renewal for sustained growth and service. At Bethesda Academy, founded by Whitefield in 1740 as an orphanage, the need for transformation arose from the decreased necessity for the academy to continue providing that service, prompting Bethesda to seek a new purpose. In the case of Christ Church Anglican, founded in 1733, where Whitefield served as …

To Use Or Not To Use Exclusionary Discipline In Early Childhood Education? A Phenomenological Analysis Of Pre-Kindergarten Teachers In Alabama, Christal C. Coker

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This qualitative phenomenological study was conducted to examine the lived experiences of pre- kindergarten teachers in Alabama regarding their use of and restraint from using exclusionary discipline. The study aimed to find outcomes that could potentially improve social contexts in Alabama's preschools by creating more equitable learning environments. The problem addressed by the study is that the lived experience of preschool teachers regarding their use of and restraint from using exclusionary discipline when students misbehave at school remains to be discovered. A purposive sampling strategy was employed to recruit seven preschool teachers licensed in Alabama for a one-on-one semi-structured Zoom …

Threats To Vaccinations In The Us, Lawrence O. Gostin, Dorit R. Reiss

Faculty Scholarship

Vaccines save lives. This was once an accepted fact, but now access to, and acceptance of, vaccines is seriously threatened. The National Immunization Survey–Child (2020-2023) revealed sharp reductions (ranging from 1.3%to 7.8%) in vaccinations recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for children by age 24 months, with vaccine coverage far lower in some geographic areas. Vaccines once eliminated measles in the US, but measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination rates among kindergartners have decreased from 95.2% in 2019-2020 to 92.7% in 2023-2024. Consequently, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 1214 confirmed measles cases in …

Validity And Reliability Of The Indonesian Version Of Nordic Occupational Skin Questionnaire 2002 (Nosq-2002), Listya Paramita, Fajar Waskito, Dikky Prawiratama, Niken Indrastuti, Tuntas Rayinda, Sri Awalia Febriana

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Epidemiological data on occupational hand eczema in Indonesia is still limited, partly because there are no valid and reliable instruments in the Indonesian language as a means of survey. This study aims to translate the Nordic Occupational Skin Questionnaire 2002 (NOSQ-2002) into the Indonesian language and assess the validity and reliability of the Indonesian NOSQ-2002 as an instrument for epidemiological surveys and screening of occupational hand eczema.

Methods: The original English version of NOSQ-2002 was translated into the Indonesian language following the standard procedure of translation. The Indonesian NOSQ-2002 version, which had been collectively approved, was subsequently completed by …

Santa, Socials, And Secrets: Hard Cases For Epistemic Rights, Étienne Brown, Rebecca Chan

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

In The Right to Know, Lani Watson forcefully argues in favor of recognizing epistemic rights to all humans. In this paper, we apply Watson’s framework to three hard cases. First, we consider interpersonal relationships and suggest that there is room to explore how epistemic rights bear on, e.g., whether parents can permissibly lie to or mislead their children by asserting the existence of Santa Claus. Second, we turn to social media platforms and contend that Watson’s framework is compatible with contrasting moderation policies and transparency requirements. Third, we examine a foundational case of legal ethics—the buried bodies case—which raises the …

Exploring The Lived Experiences Of University Students With Lyme Disease: A Qualitative Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Rebekah A. Russell

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This qualitative transcendental phenomenological study aimed to describe the lived experiences of students with persistent or reoccurring Lyme disease symptoms post-treatment within the context of higher education institutions. Guided by Nancy Schlossberg’s transition theory, the research sought to explore the challenges students encountered while experiencing lasting symptoms of Lyme disease post-treatment. The central research question driving the inquiry was: What are the lived experiences of students contending with persistent or reoccurring Lyme disease symptoms post-treatment while pursuing higher education? Employing a transcendental phenomenological method, the study utilized journal prompts, interviews, and two focus groups comprised of students who have navigated …

Ties That Bind: A Study Of Relational Networks And Spiritual Formation, Joshua Michael Leborious

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

In His earthly ministry, Christ tasked the church with the responsibility of making disciples. Today, God calls leaders into professional ministry to discern specific means of doing so. The calling does not make that task easy and the methods for making disciple vary greatly, leaving Christian leaders overwhelmed by trying to figure out how to disciple the people in their care. A mountain of sources suggest that a relational approach has remarkable potential for making disciples. The purpose of this quantitative research study was to explore the potential relationship between relational networks and quantifiable habits of spiritual formation for adult, …

The Failure Of Change Management Projects In Strategy Implementation, Brandon S. Cupp

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Change management is critical to strategy implementation, yet organizations frequently struggle to integrate change initiatives, leading to high failure rates. This study explores the systemic challenges associated with change management projects within strategy implementation programs, identifying key factors contributing to success or failure. The research, using a flexible qualitative case study, examines the perspectives of executives, middle managers, and front-line employees in a U.S.-based public safety apparel company. Findings reveal that ineffective communication, insufficient training and support, lack of leadership accountability, employee resistance, generational and cultural differences, and misalignment between strategic vision and operational execution significantly contribute to change management …

Changes In Royal Air Force Aviation Technology, Tactics, And Strategy From World War I To World War Ii, Daniel J. Heiser

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The changes in aviation technology, strategy, and tactics in the Royal Air Force (RAF) formed at the end of World War I and throughout the Second World War would later sculpt the future of the modern era. This dissertation aims to explore the changes the RAF made which would ultimately help the Allied Forces win the Second World War and fill in the gaps of history that has seemed to have forgotten. The research shows that with the advancement of radar systems in the interwar period and the focus on fighter plane production the RAF became an outstanding fighting force. …

Aristotle On Household, Polis And Regime, Chutidech Metheechutikul

Journal of Letters

This article studies the work of Aristotle, Politics, to indicate the relationship among household, polis and regime. The article finds that, the article finds that polis links to the idea of household in the sense that household can represent the status of the polis in terms of wealth and the question of is the regime a good one? For this, household, polis and regime are related like a chain regarding how the smallest unit affects the bigger units which mean house, village, city, and then polis. On the other hand, household can be good or not, depending on how …

Wmu Board Of Trustees Formal Session Thursday June 26, 2025, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

Acceptance of the Agenda
Approval of the Minutes (April 17, 2025 and April 23, 2025)
Remarks by the Chair of the Board
Remarks by the President
Updates by the Faculty Senate President
Updates by the Western Student Association President
Updates by the Graduate Student Association President
Western Michigan University Employee Graduates
Montgomery Essential Needs Program Presentation
Public Comments Regarding Action Items

Action Items

• Academic Tenure and Promotion
• Student Housing and Meal Rates 2025/26
• Fall 2025 Differential Tuition Rates
• Fall 2025 Tuition and Required Fee Rates
• General Fund Fiscal Year 2025/26 Operating Budget
• President Emeritus Status for Edward Montgomery

Consent Items …

Retrocerebellar Arachnoid Cyst Treated By Individualised Homoeopathic Medicine Calcarea Phosphorica: A Case Report, Abhishek Soni, Syed Afsar Ali, Aiswarya Singha

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Arachnoid cysts are non-malignant malformations mainly relating to the arachnoid mater. Arachnoid cysts involving the posterior fossa are less common and are most often found in the cerebellopontine angle. Common presenting complaints include headache, visual disturbances, gait disturbances, and seizures.

Case Summary: This is a case of a 4-year-old male child with a retrocerebellar arachnoid cyst treated in the outpatient department of the National Institute of Homoeopathy, Kolkata, India. The presenting complaints included trembling of the whole body since one year, which was completely resolved within 18 months of individualised homoeopathic treatment. The case was thoroughly analysed and treated …

Mixed Hearing Loss With Csom Managed With Individualised Homoeopathic Treatment: A Case Report, Prince Kumar

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Any stage of life might see the development of hearing loss (HL). One or both ears may be affected, and the onset may occur suddenly or gradually. Numerous factors, such as trauma, illness, genetic disorders, age, or prolonged exposure to noise, can cause HL. One or more auditory system areas may have pathological alterations as a result of the changes. The majority of adult HL is permanent or gradually progresses; however, some may be momentary or amenable to treatment with medication or surgery. Case Summary: A 17-year-old male adolescent was treated with homoeopathic medicine in an obstinate case of …

Usefulness Of Homoeopathic Medicine Lachesis Mutus In Treating Cervical Dystonia: A Case Report, Kamlesh P. Kakde, Vinaya Ganesan Iyer

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Cervical dystonia is a neurological disorder characterised by painful, involuntary muscular spasms affecting the neck and head. It is commonly of idiopathic origin and associated with a poor prognosis. Conventional management typically includes botulinum toxin administration or surgical interventions, which provide only partial relief and are often accompanied by symptom recurrence. Emerging evidence suggests that individualised homoeopathic treatment may offer superior efficacy in such cases. Case Summary: A 40-year-old male came to the clinic with pre-diagnosed condition of cervical dystonia for four years. Complete Repertory was utilised for remedy analysis and confirmation, which led to the prescription of …

Role Of Bowel Nosode Bacillus Morgan In The Management Of Post-Infective Irritable Bowel Syndrome: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Priyagauri Ajey Chaphekar, Dharmendra Sharma

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder characterised by multifactorial causes and is classified according to Rome IV criteria into IBS-constipation, (IBS-diarrhoea prominently in post-infectious cases), and IBS-mixed symptoms. Psychological factors and certain foods fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols are known to aggravate the condition. The morbidity rate of IBS is a global concern as it negatively impacts the patient’s quality of life, leading to psychological distress, financial losses, and reduced work efficiency. Case Summary: This case report highlights a 69-year-old female patient who experienced a (acute) sudden onset of IBS symptoms, that is., an urgent need …

Therapeutic Response Of Homoeopathic Medicines In Management Of Nicotine Dependence And Withdrawal: A Case Series, Ralte Lalmuanpuia, Kathika Chattopadhyay, Ashwini Nair, Anuroopam Swami, Daisy Katarmal

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: On discontinuing or decreasing nicotine use, nicotine-dependent individuals, often smokers, may experience withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, frustration, anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, restlessness and insomnia. These symptoms can significantly impact their quality of life, affecting physical health, psychological state, social relationships, personal beliefs and daily activities. The most commonly recommended conventional treatment for nicotine withdrawal is nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), which aims to reduce cravings and ease symptoms. However, NRT can be habit-forming and has been associated with a variety of adverse effects.

Cases Summary: We report four cases of nicotine dependence managed solely with homoeopathic interventions …

Primary Infertility In A Female Due To Ovarian Endometrioma Managed With Homoeopathic Medicine Pulsatilla – A Case Report, R. Bhuvaneswari, R.S. Thendral, Nilina P. Ravindran, Sakthivel Vaiyapuri

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Infertility is defined as the failure to achieve a natural pregnancy after 12 months of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. There are various factors influencing fertility in females, such as ovulatory disorders, endometriosis, pelvic adhesions, tubal blockage, other tubal/uterine abnormalities and hyperprolactinemia, among which endometriosis is the second most common cause of female infertility. Endometriomas are cystic lesions that stem from endometriosis. This case report explores the usefulness of individualised homoeopathic treatment in addressing primary infertility associated with ovarian endometrioma.

Case Summary: A 27-year-old woman with a history of laparoscopic cystectomy and three unsuccessful intrauterine insemination attempts sought …

Adjunctive Homoeopathic Treatment Of Covid-19-Positive Cases Of Geriatric Age Group – A Case Series, Vinitha Edavattath Ramanan, Suhana P. Azis, K.C. Muraleedharan, Divya Babu

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: The second wave of COVID-19 peaked during May 2021 and had a higher mortality and morbidity rates than the first wave. About 53% of people over 60 years of age died in India due to the pandemic by the end of July 2021. Cases Summary: Twenty reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction-confirmed COVID-19-positive patients belonging to the geriatric age group were successfully treated with Homoeopathy. Seventeen of these consulted through in-person visits at a long-term care facility (LTCF) for the elderly, and three cases belonged to the home-isolated category. Out of those treated, 14 had comorbidities, such as type II …

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treated With Staphysagria In Lm Potency: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Karunakara Moorthi, K.R. Siva Tharshini

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous condition characterised by the enlargement of the prostate gland in men. When the prostate enlarges, it can press against the urethra and cause various urinary symptoms.

Case Summary: A 50-year-old man complained of unsatisfactory micturition, feeble urine flow, difficulty in initiating urine, dribbling at the end of urine and anxiety regarding his future and sensitivity to others’ opinions. The patient was diagnosed with BPH based on clinical presentation and the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS). After case taking, Staphysagria in LM potency was prescribed based on symptom presentation. Individualised homoeopathic medicine was …

Individualised Homoeopathic Treatment Of Paranoid Schizophrenia With Potentised Phosphorus – A Case Report, R. Bhuvaneswari, Vaiyapuri Sakthivel

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Background: Paranoid schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder that affects approximately one percent of the world population, with devastating consequences for affected individuals and their families. Homoeopathy could be an effective alternative mode of treatment and can minimise the consequences of it. This case report aimed to highlight the significance of using only individualised homoeopathic medicines in the treatment of paranoid schizophrenia without conventional medicine. Case Summary: A 30-year-old male complained of someone controlling his mind, someone talking about him. He was suspicious of the food he was served, talked and laughed to himself and slept insufficiently. The case …

Urinary Bladder And Bilateral Renal Calculi Expelled Through The Homoeopathic Medicine Nux Vomica – A Case Report, Prajakta M. Udmale, Vaishali R. Khobragade

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Urolithiasis is one of the most common urological problems that one comes across in a general outpatient clinic. The usefulness of homoeopathic medicines in the expulsion of urinary calculus is well-reported. However, this case is unique due to an advanced case of urolithiasis, where complications had begun to appear, as also the expulsion of all calculi using the homoeopathic medicines. Case Summary: A 34-year-old male patient was diagnosed with a large, mobile urinary bladder calculus and small bilateral renal calculi, with hydronephrosis, hydroureter, and mild oedema at ureterovesical (U-V) junction. He presented with recurrent episodes of mild to moderate …

Und Connect: A Preliminary Overview Of Courtroom Observations And Interviews With Gfdvc Professionals And Representatives, Adam K. Matz, Ashley Fansher, Roni Mayzer, Jackson Archbold, Kambrya Stephenson, Sierra Schartz

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

This research brief summarizes about half a dozen courtroom observations and a dozen interviews conducted with practitioners and court representatives affiliated with the Grand Forks Domestic Violence Court (GFDVC). About 43% of women and 31% of men in the state of North Dakota have experienced some form of sexual, physical, or stalking violence in their lifetime (Smith et al., 2023). Rates of intimate partner violence (IPV) against women in the state generally matches that of the broader nation, though the state ranks as one of the lowest in terms of violence against men.

Digital Resistance And The Political Economy Of Authoritarian Decline And Economic Liberalization In Ethiopia, Anaol Dalle

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

This dissertation aims to examine the impact increased consumption of digital technologies, like social media and the internet, has on the stability and autonomy of low-capacity authoritarian countries. By using Ethiopia (2015-2021) as a case study, the dissertation argues that the sudden adoption and proliferation of digital platforms serves as an exogenous shock that pushes the state into a critical juncture that unravels institutional equilibria and transforms domestic incentive structures and institutions. This creates a power vacuum, which triggers a period of intense, and often violent, competition between elite groups, significantly destabilizing the state. In the absence of a cohesive …