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Identification Of Training Needs: A Focus Group Interview/Q-Sort Methodology, Michele Erb

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

In light of research that suggests that formal needs analysis leads to efficient and productive training programs, managers and a sampling of non-management employees from a mid-size manufacturing company participated in a needs assessment to determine future training needs for the company's mangers. The information was collected through focus group interviews and a Q-sort technique was developed to categorize the issues raised in the interviews. The categories of training issues and related concerns identified as a result of the focus group interview process were compared to a list of training topics generated by managers through an informal survey prior to …

Santa Clara Magazine, Volume 29 Number 3, Spring 1987, Santa Clara University

Santa Clara Magazine

10 - AROUND THE WORLD IN 500 DAYS How and why Mike Brozda stepped off the treadmill and onto the "road less traveled." By Mike Brozda

16 - TURNING OFF TV's MIND-SET Confessions of a "cultural heretic" who turned off TV and selected a different channel. By Mitch Finley

19 - ADVOCATE FOR THE UNDERDOG Peter Conk '71, as seen through the eyes of faculty friend and mentor, Father Tenny Wright, S.J. By Tennant C. Wright, S.J.

24 - LETTING GO A three-step lesson in the fine art of delegation on the way to becoming a leader. By Timothy W. …

Ua35/1 Faculty Handbook, 12th Edition, Wku Provost

WKU Administration Documents

WKU faculty handbook designed to provide members of the faculty with general information about WKU, its history, philosophy, organization, policies and procedures, faculty responsibilities and benefits, and various services and facilities.

The Midwest Quarterly; Vol. 28 No. 3, David R. Pichaske, Paul Mccarthy, Chris Anderson, Tom Hibbard, Beth Kraig, Roy Lechtreck, Kelly Averill, Jack Folsom, Edward Locke, Ramón E. Martinéz, Janet Mccann, Marilee Richards, David Williams, Kathleen L. Nichols, G. W. Clift, Charles Cagle, Midwest Quarterly Editors

The Midwest Quarterly: A Journal of Contemporary Thought

in this issue. . .

Observing the recent renascence of the Midwest, DAVID R. PICHASKE takes his readers on a tour with stops in Alliance and Springfield, Illinois, Madison, Minnesota, and the Platte River Valley in Nebraska. He finds decay and an understanding of what has been lost, tempered with hope for the future. Associate Professor and Chairman of the English Department at Southwest State University in Marshall, Minnesota, Pichaske has written three books (Chaucer's Literary Pilgrimage and A Generation in Motion being the most recent) along with articles and poems in a wide variety of venues.

Thoreau's eye, so …

1987 April, Office Of Communications & Marketing, Morehead State University.

Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present

Morehead State University press releases from April of 1987.

Report On Financing Of Intercollegiate Athletics, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Final report regarding financing of WKU Athletics.

Ua12/2/1 Window Shopping, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald regarding fashion.

• Harris, Carla. Men Cotton to Big Styles
• Goheen, Mike. Baggy Boxers Now Appealing to Women as Men String up Colorful Bikini Briefs
• Albrecht, Dana. Femininity Returns with Full, Lacy Skirts
• Jones, LaMont. Genuine Pleated Pants and Double-Breasted Sport Coats Are Dapper
• Sullivan, Sheila. Stylish, Comfy Linens Are Hip as Denims Go Dressy
• Fullen, Rebecca. Patterned Hose, Textured Bags & Bows Tie Up Trends
• Hutcherson, Jackie. Two-Piece Sandals, Snakeskin Slip-Ons Fit Women; Men Catch on to Huaraches
• Eagleston, Leigh. One-Piece Suits May Draw Bikini Fans (Especially Those with Something to Hide)
• Duff, …

Performance Of The Manufacturing Sub-Sector During The First Quarter Of 1987, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn

Economic and Financial Review

This report presents the results obtained from an impressionistic survey conducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria to assess the performance of the manufacturing sub-sector during the first quarter of 1987. During the survey, 135 firms, covering 20 industrial sub-groups, were contacted and 48.8 per cent response rate was achieved.

Developments In Nigeria's External Sector During The First Quarter Of 1987, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn

Economic and Financial Review

Transactions in foreign exchange through the Central Bank of Nigeria resulted in a net outflow of N819.0 million in the first quarter of 1987, in contrast with a net inflow of Nl,580.8 million in the preceding quarter ang. a net outflow of N76.4 million during the corresponding quarter of 1986. The deterioration in the foreign exchange position during the quarter under review was attributable to the combined effects of a decline of 4.2 per cent in the level of inflow and a rise of 77 .6 per cent in the level of outflow.

Statistics (March 1987), Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn

Economic and Financial Review

This is a statistical representation of economic activities in Nigeria in March, 1987

1987 March, Office Of Communications & Marketing, Morehead State University.

Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present

Morehead State University press releases from March of 1987.

The Impact Of Cultural Patterns On Cognition And Intention In Singapore, Chin Tiong Tan, John U. Farley

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

Ethnicity of models used in advertisements and the advertised product's country of origin are manipulated experimentally to study how attitudes toward advertising and products lead to behavioral intention. A sample of Singaporean students' traditional Eastern values about family and conformity are also examined. Patterns of results for three products are consistent with theoretical predictions of cognitive processes, and attitude-intention links appear stronger than do those in similar tests in the West. Culture has mixed effect.

Economic Relations Between Asean And Australia, Mohamed Ariff, Ross Garnaut, Hal Hill, Eng Fong Pang

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

Economic relations between the countries of ASEAN and Australia have developed rapidly in the past 25 years. All countries in the region share a powerful interest in the maintenance of a liberal international trading environment. There is also confineable scope for an expanded. mutually beneficial bilateral relationship if a range of barriers to commercial contact are removed. Public policy reforms, on a non-discriminatory basis are the key to such a relationship.

Ua3/7/7 Scrapbook File, Wku President - Alexander

WKU Administration Documents

Clippings regarding WKU during February 1987.

1987 February, Office Of Communications & Marketing, Morehead State University.

Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present

Morehead State University press releases from February of 1987.

1987 January-September, Morehead State University. Office Of Athletics.

Morehead State Athletics Press Release Archives

Morehead State Athletics press releases from January to September of 1987.

Msu Update, 1987, Office Of Communications & Marketing, Morehead State University.

Communications and Marketing Publications Archive

MSU Update Newsletters for 1987.

View, 1987-1988, Office Of Communications & Marketing, Morehead State University.

Communications and Marketing Publications Archive

1987-1988 View magazine of Morehead State University.

Dick Pope, Sr. Institute For Tourism Studies: Research, Education, Public Awareness, Dick Pope Sr. Institute For Tourism Studies

Dick Pope Sr. Institute Publications

No abstract provided.

Indiana State University Financial Report 1987, Indiana State University

Financial Reports

No abstract provided.

Ua3/7/7 Scrapbook File, Wku President - Alexander

WKU Administration Documents

Clippings regarding WKU during January 1987.

Santa Clara Magazine, Volume 29 Number 2, Winter 1987, Santa Clara University

Santa Clara Magazine

9 - CAMPAIGN FINANCING A look at what's wrong with modern campaigns and a creative, alternative approach to financing them. By Timothy J. Lukes

13 - TRADITION SHATTERED One hundred women broke the all male tradition at SCU 25 years ago. They returned to the campus to celebrate. By Barbara Wyman

18 - PAUL AQUINO: 0 & A Paul Aquino '65 talks about his famous sister-in-law, Cory, his family, and life in the Philippines.

21 - A YEAR FOR OTHERS Seven 1986 graduates chose to spend this year with the ·Jesuit Volunteers. They talk about what it's like. By Julie …

Industrial Resources: Owen County - Owenton, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Owen County

"Resources for Economic Development: Owenton, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning, in cooperation with the Owen County Chamber of Commerce, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, sewage, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Powell County, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Powell County

"Resources for Economic Development: Powell County, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning in cooperation with the Powell County, the City of Stanton and Clay City, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Perry County - Hazard, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Perry County

"Resources for Economic Development: Hazard, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning in cooperation with the Hazard-Perry County Chamber of Commerce, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Owsley County - Booneville, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Owsley County

"Resources for Economic Development: Booneville, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning in cooperation with the City of Booneville, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, sewage, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Clinton County - Albany, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Clinton County

"Resources for Economic Development: Albany, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning, the Albany/Clinton County Chamber of Commerce, the City of Albany, and the Clinton County Fiscal Court, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, sewage, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Adair County, Kentucky, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Adair County

"Resources For Economic Development: Columbia, Kentucky" prepared by the Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Department of Commerce, Division of Research and Planning, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, sewage, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Monroe County - Tompkinsville And Gamaliel, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Monroe County

"Resources for Economic Development: Tompkinsville and Gamaliel, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning in cooperation with the Tompkinsville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Gamaliel, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.

Industrial Resources: Pendleton County - Falmouth And Butler, Kentucky Library Research Collections

Pendleton County

"Resources for Economic Development: Falmouth and Butler, Kentucky" prepared by the Kentucky Department of Economic Development, Division of Research and Planning in cooperation with the Pendleton County Chamber of Commerce, 1987. The report includes, but is not limited to, information about: population, labor market, local manufacturing, transportation, utilities, fuel, water, sewage, industrial sites, local government and services, taxes, educational and health facilities, housing, communication, recreation, natural resources, markets, and climate.