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Writing Assessment As Gate-Keeping: Preventing Undergraduate And Graduate Academic Achievement And Degree Attainment Among Poor Students Of Color , Garry Rolison, Kathrine Rolison

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This essay discusses how writing serves to prevent academic progress among students of color on predominantly white campuses. In particular, the work identifies writing as a strategy to maintain as hegemonic Eurocentric truth and knowledge against knowledge and truth challenges as they come from communities of color.

A Voice For The People , Pamelaia Sanders

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This presentation addresses pieces of my educational endeavors to form and give voice within the intellectual arena. The underlying working premise of the paper is that of preparing one's voice in a liberatory way that not only serves oneself but is one that works in service for marginalized peoples and the greater global community

Diversity In Action: An In-Depth Look At How The University Of Missouri-Kansas City Developed An Institutionalized Approach To Implementing Its Diversity In Action Strategic Initiatives , Joe Seabrooks, Linda Carter

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

As colleges and universities across the country affirm or reaffirm their commitment to educate people from all walks of life, it is critical that they are prepared to effectively serve and educate all students regardless of race, gender, nationality, age, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or disability. As programs related to affirmative action continue to remain under fire and uncertain, institutions will need to develop their own conscious that will allow them to be able to successfully nurture and develop the leaders of tomorrow. Hence, the University of Missouri-Kansas City has developed seven strategic initiatives that are referred to as, "Diversity …

Cultural Competency: Assessing Organizational Readiness For Change , Valda Boyd Ford, Linda Cunningham

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

How culturally competent is your organization? This session will illustrate the process the University of Nebraska Medical Center used to improve the organizational climate to support cultural competence and the method that was developed to ensure employee participation in the change process

The Black Professor's Burden: Teaching African-American Literature And Culture In A White Classroom , Saunda Liggins

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

As an African-American female at a predominantly White college, I feel the added senseof duty that other women and minorities in academia frequently feel, the pull to serve not only as a teacher but also as a mentor, advisor, and role model for minority students on campus. As one of two professors who teach African American Literature and Culture - and the only African American -I also feel, perhaps mistakenly, as if I am viewed by the White students, and maybe by the African American students as well, as the ambassador to African-American culture. I sense that the White students …

Working In The Trenches: Teaching Diversity At A Predominantly White College, Gary Perry, Katherine Acosta, Crystal Edwards, Connie Frey, Helen Moore

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This presentation is twofold. We begin by examining the degree to which teaching diversity, at a mid-western predominately white institution, is disproportionately devolved onto academic departments and faculty who occupy devalued statuses within and outside academe. Finally, we highlight the hidden and unhidden challenges and obstacles that accompany this obligation.

Exploring Race, Racism, Racialism, And Empowerment: The Importance Of Researching And Documenting The Historical Experiences Of People Of Color At Pwis , Richard M. Breaux

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

The presenter discusses his experience with researching African and African American students' experiences in the archival collections of over 20 public and private PWls. Offers suggestions for research on campuses with little or no such documentation, and discusses the importance of oral history projects and research initiatives to build collections.

Women Of Color And White Women: In Dialogue Across The Boundaries , Kathleen Brown

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

Most of the time will be spent in structured dialogue, focusing on our experiences as women of color and as white women in the academy. Topics will include the issues that impact us as women and ways in which we can work together collectively and collaboratively

African American Women Community College Administrators: The Legacy Of Being Black And Female, Donna Moore Ramsey

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This presentation reports the results of a 1998 study of African American women community college administrators conducted by Dr. Moore Ramsey. The 94 women in the study represented a diverse range of administrative levels, responsibilities and professional experiences. It was determined that African American women remain underrepresented, isolated and at risk in many higher education environments. They constantly encounter discrimination and challenges to their leadership. Using the lectureformat, as an initial workshop component, providing the results of the study, participants, based on their experiences and perceptions will complete a questionnaire. Using an open discussion/interactive forum, the workshop will focus on …

African American Women Community College Administrators: The Legacy Of Being Black And Female, Donna Moore Ramsey

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This presentation reports the results of a 1998 study of African American women community college administrators conducted by Dr. Moore Ramsey. The 94 women in the study represented a diverse range of administrative levels, responsibilities and professional experiences. It was determined that African American women remain underrepresented, isolated and at risk in many higher education environments. They constantly encounter discrimination and challenges to their leadership. Using the lecture format, as an initial workshop component, providing the results of the study, participants, based on their experiences and perceptions will complete a questionnaire. Using an open discussion/interactive forum, the workshop will focus …

Service-Learning With Native American Communities, Valerian Three Irons

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

The International Partnership for Service-Learning along with South Dakota State University engages North and South Dakota Native American Communities with service learning. College students from the United States as well as foreign countries participate in 2-13 week sessions in service learning. Students have a two week orientation session on Native American Culture. Students meet with SDSU Faculty as well as Native American Cultural Presenters. Orientation concludes with a one week academic field trip visiting historical sites and SD Reservations. Students then spend up to 10 weeks living and serving in Native American communities. Students may earn up to 15 credits …

Preparing For The Next Generation, Building A Recruitment Program For Students Of Color, Kent Hopkins

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

As the college bound population becomes more diverse, colleges and universities are faced with the task of recruiting these students. A recruitment plan must include strategies that will help students make wise decisions in determining what institution is the right choice for them.

Spirituality And Culture In Higher Education, Larry C. Menyweather-Woods

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This session will examine the need for students of color to be active or involved within local Community, both "Faith & Secular." The session will discuss the historical writing of Richard Niebuhr, author of Christ and Culture. who challenged faith groups to discover the role of "faith," [that which now is referenced as "spirituality}, and culture can enhance the maturing process, especially in relationship to Higher Education. The presentations will focus specifically on the role of spirituality and culture relating to students of color in a predominantly Eurocentric environment.

Affirmative Approaches To Ensuring Diversity

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

Conference Agenda November 17-18, 2003 Lincoln, Nebraska

Failing To Mentor Sapphire: Obstacles Facing Black Women Who Seek Mentors, Pamela J. Smith

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

Despite their best efforts, many women of color find themselves in a revolving door, going from one institution to another seeking information, opportunities and mentors to succeed. This talk will discuss the societal and institutional obstacles facing Black women who seek mentors and puts forth several suggestion to universities on how they can facilitate mentoring between junior Black women academics and the majority of white (and perhaps male) potential mentors

Thurgood Marshall: Little Man's Lion, Carl Holmes

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

No abstract provided.

Diversifying The Professions: Using Collaboration And Distance Education To Grow Our Own In Northeast Nebraska , Vicky Jones, William Lopez, Donna Niemeyer, Karen Rieger, Esperanza Villalobos

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

Faced with a dramatic shift in population demographics and a 1000% increase in the number of English Language Learner elementary school children, four colleges and universities and seven public school districts have joined forces to increase the number minority, bilingual, and ESL endorsed teachers in northeast Nebraska. This panel- workshop session will discuss the project from multiple perspectives. Public school representatives reveal their challenges in serving a largely non-English speaking student body and their difficulties recruiting minority teachers to rural Nebraska. Higher education representatives explore the barriers and opportunities of articulating course over a five year period and delivering the …

Crossing Boundaries To Engage In Difficult Dialogues , Judy A Rutledge Purnell

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

Crossing boundaries that lead to difficult dialogue touches upon the core of my academic existence. I teach about Africa and the world of Africans on a small predominately white campus outside of a major metro area. The topics that are introduced in my classes cross over many academic areas. With Africa as the starting point of all discussions, students gradually develop an "Afrocentric" perspective per the discussions of Asante. Not because it is the focus of the class, but because Africa is the origin of civilization according to Diop and others.

Surviving The "Diverse" (White) University , Sharon Elise, Garry Rolison

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

This paper reports findings from a study of Black student retention at a predominantly white state university. Race, class, age, and gender mediate Black student experience while middle-class status, experience in predominantly white school settings, a pragmatic view of college, parental expectations, and residence in a Black community affect retention.

Affirmative Approaches To Ensuring Diversity, Dorothy Hayden-Watkins

Different Perspectives on Majority Rules: 8th Annual National Conference (2003)

No abstract provided.

Métissage Et Fables De La Reconstruction Dans Les Textes Sur Le Génocide Rwandais, Marie-Chantal Kalisa

Department of Modern Languages and Literatures: Presentations

Le génocide des Tutsis au Rwanda a été exécuté dans le contexte de l’idéologie « génocidaire » mise en place par les gouvernements postcoloniaux qui se sont succédé depuis l’indépendance. Cette idéologie incitait à la haine et à l’extermination d’un groupe entier, les Tutsis, le mot d’ordre de la politique étant de maintenir une nette opposition entre deux identités prétendument ethniques. L’écriture de la période post-génocidaire cherche certes à dénoncer cette idéologie destructrice, mais au-delà de cette analyse du « piège ethnique », elle montre en divers endroits, de la part de l’écrivain, un certain désir, de dépasser ce moment …

Textile Society Of America Newsletter 15:3 – Fall 2003, Textile Society Of America

Textile Society of America: Newsletters

Peru Study Tour Report
TSA News
President’s Letter, Shep Award
TSA Member News
Fiber Program at the University of Kansas
Book Reviews, Conference Reviews
Exhibition Reviews
Collections News
Conferences & Symposia, Calls for Papers
Calendar- Exhibitions
Calendar – Lectures & Workshops, Tours, Publication News
Workshop Registration

An Often-Tumultuous Saga Of Books And Book-Places In The World: A Review, Dayne Sherman

E-JASL: Electronic Journal of Academic and Special Librarianship (1999-2009, Volumes 1-10)

Book review of Battles, Matthew. Library: An Unquiet History. W.W. Norton, New York, NY, 2003. $24.95.

Excerpt:

Library: An Unquiet History dignifies the work of librarians as a profession, something needed more now than ever before, as we encounter this chaotic Communication Age. It tells us why we are here toiling in the library by telling us how we arrived as keepers of books and guardians of democracy.

Documentary Editing, Volume 25, Number 3, Fall 2003--Front Matter

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

Cover--25, Association of Documentary Editing, 1979-2003--Title page--Publication page--Contents--Contributors

What We Would Have Done Differently Now That It Is Too Late, Louis R. Harlan, Raymond W. Smock

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

We might as well begin on a note of candor by admitting the worst error we ever made, for of all the things that we would have done differently this surely heads the list. On the errata page of volume 8 appears the note: "Volume 4, p. 309, n. 1. The man wrongly identified as Robert Brown Elliott [a black man] was actually William Elliott, a white man. The letter to BTW, Apr. 25,1898, was from Rev. G. M. Elliott of Beaufort, S.C." Not only had we confused a black man with a white man and another black man, but …

The Canons Of Selection, John Y. Simon

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

Although the article touched on many issues of concern to historical editors, I propose to focus on the scope of documentary editions and to explore the issue of selection of documents for printing, hoping to discover whether this can be analyzed as more than a struggle between editors and government officials eager to distribute federal funds more broadly.

Sotheby's Sale Of John Marshall Letters, Charles F. Hobson

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

Recently the John Marshall Papers project accessioned a series of nine autograph letters signed from the chief justice to Bushrod Washington, written between 1814 and 1821. Let me state at the outset that the letters disclose no secret loves, no shady financial dealings, no bizarre personal habits. Candor also obliges me to confess that their discovery was not the result of years of painstaking research, of pursuing leads that brought me ever closer to the trunk in the attic of a decaying Virginia mansion. The story behind the acquisition of the letters is not without interest, however, and even a …

"What Good Are They Anyway?": A User Looks At Documentary Editions Of Statesmen's Papers, Daniel Feller

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

Historical editing has come far in recent years. Editors now have their own organization; they have an ever-stricter set of standards and, as of this year, a handbook codifying those standards. What was once an avocation has become a profession. Yet one cannot overlook that documentary editions have failed to meet some of the expectations first held out for them. The "bloodless revolution in American history" promised us a quarter-century ago from the publication of great statesmen's papers has so far proved not only bloodless but undetectable. Ironically, just as that revolution was being proclaimed, a very different-and far from …

Mary Robinson Hunter: Reminiscences Of Her Life In Brazil, Evelyn M. Cherpak

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

As a Latin Americanist with a specialty in Women's History, I was eager ft to edit a diary kept by an American woman in South America, so I was pleasantly surprised when I called the Newport Historical Society and spoke to the curator of manuscripts who told me that the Mary Robinson Hunter diaries in their collection covered her residence in Brazil fromi 1835 to 1848. I promptly visited the Historical Society, read the journals, found them fascinating, and began my part-time editing project.

The diaries consist of six volumes in which Mary Hunter wrote nearly every day. Each entry, …

"The Most Important Scholarly Work": Reflections On Twenty Years Of Change In Historical Editing, Michael E. Stevens

Documentary Editing: Journal of the Association for Documentary Editing (1979–2011)

Twenty years ago, at the first annual meeting of the Association for Documentary Editing in Princeton, New Jersey, Arthur Link stated that documentary editing is "the most important scholarly work being done in the United States, and, if well done, it will be the most enduring." Last year, the distinguished historian Edmund S. Morgan echoed Link when he wrote in the Wall Street Journal that the 154 volumes produced by the Founding Fathers editions "stand as the single most important achievement of American historical scholarship in this century."

Despite this high praise, Link's and Morgan's opinions are not universally held. …