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Western News, Dec. 7, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Schlack to be honored for community service; contributions to profession at commencement, Board chairperson ends 35-year quest for bachelor's degree, Faculty member collaborates on comprehensive collection of the writings of poet Robert Frost, Thurber works highlighted in radio program, Readers respond positively to Western News survey, Gagie announces plans to take early retirement.

Geology Newsletter- 1995, Department Of Geology

Geological and Environmental Sciences News

Vol. 1, No. 20

• Faculty News
• Awards and Scholarships
• Alumni/ Friends/ Former Faculty Notes
• Geology Development and Scholarship Donations
• New Alumni

Intrinsic Motivation For Learning Of The Adult Graduate Student At Western Michigan University, Phyllis Crandall

Dissertations

The perceptions of adult graduate students concerning barriers to the educational process and their levels of motivation for pursuing a graduate degree were investigated. The established motivational theory first expressed by Abram Maslow in 1954 was used in defining the first variable of motivation to learning when pertaining to the healthy self-actualized individual. The second variable chosen was a listing of student perceived barriers to the educational process as defined by H. G. Schulze in 1987. It was hypothesized that the higher the level of the barriers overcome per Schutze's scale, the higher the level of intrinsic motivation in the …

The Acceptance Of Computers By Administrative Leadership At Baker College, William Mccormick Luczyk

Dissertations

Procedures for recording information, capturing data for distribution to faculty, students, and other campuses was often being done manually by administrators at Baker College. Because of either a lack of access, or a lack of knowledge and training, simple computer data searches, spreadsheets, and telecommunications were difficult to accomplish and in some cases could not be done by Baker College administrators.

The sample population for this research consisted of forty-six males and forty-seven females for a total of ninety-three existing Baker College administrators, from nine campuses of varying size, throughout the State of Michigan. Data in the areas of computer …

Western News, Nov. 30, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Two finalists for athletic directorship selected; campus visits include public presentations, Dybek wins prestigious writing award, Haenicke makes Hollywood debut on Tim Allen's 'Home Improvement', Projects that solve problems in industry to be presented, Pakistani scholar brings new perspective to program, Grants support CDDA; physics research; minority awards, C. Curtis-Smith receives 18th ASCAP Award, McCarty helps write new textbook designed as comprehensive source on business law, Geologists hit pay dirt with horizontal drilling technology.

Western News, Nov. 16, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Campus United Way campaign exceeds $152,000 goal, U.S. surgeon general nominee to visit Tuesday, Nov. 28, Demographer to discuss condition of state's youth, Program designed to promote peace near campus, Board appoints Marmion and Bunda to posts, WMU will be well represented at jazz conference.

Western News, Nov. 9, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WMU is one of the least regional institutions in the state; Haenicke tells Faculty Senate, Supporters salute Haenicke's contributions, Students learn to meet needs of elderly under federal grant, Senate revises final examination schedule; approves measure on changing of grades, Families of WMU students invited to share in the fun, WMU plays host to FIPSE review board session, Teleconference scheduled on international education, Prominent health educator to speak Nov. 14, Visiting scholar to explore geologic processes, Noted activist will give Peace Week keynote.

Western News, Nov. 2, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Upjohn foundation pledges $1 million for science project, Board praises Haenicke for continued outstanding work, Haenicke details enrollment figures at board meeting, Teleconference to feature Covey; Peters; Waitley, Asthma researcher will discuss recent advances, Ethics talk planned on 'feminist insight, Hsieh colloquium set, Workshop to explore workings of HSIRB, New 'twinning program' launched this month for students at Hong Kong Baptist University, Trustees Chormann and Boldi recognized.

Western News, Oct. 26, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Hampton 'makes a difference' as loaned executive, Sky Broncos soar to first place in regional meet; land berth in national competition this spring, Welfare reform is topic of presentation set for tonight, WIDR grant goes toward several station improvements, Project designed to prepare better science teachers, Library exhibits rare medieval manuscripts, Three selected for Center Scholars Program, Grant used to establish Latin American network.

Western News, Oct. 19, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Haenicke looks back over 10 years with gratitude, 1995 Homecoming celebration to feature the 'many faces' of Western, Thompson takes on additional duties as dean, WMUK-FM seeks listener support in fall fund-raiser, Panel discussion planned on Detroit newspaper strike, Writer to read parts of novel inspired here, Nahm to be remembered.

Western News, Oct. 12, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Haenicke goes Hollywood, President to give 'State of the University' address at 16th annual Academic Convocation, Senate approves measures on enrollment management, Fund-raisers seek $152,000 in campus United Way drive, Attorney in Allegan County 'right to die' case to present lecture on implications of decision, WMU starts year with $1 million in new cash gifts, Hemphill-Pearson named to' occupational therapy roster, New journal showcases contemporary writers, Watson joins hockey staff, Role of corporate ethics officer to be explored.

Western News, Oct. 5, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Ehrle; Griffin recognized for superior classroom skills, Distinguished alumni to be honored during Homecoming, 'Jurassic Park' adviser to present lecture, Seminar to focus on telecommunications as a tool for economic development in the rural U.S, Mathematician to discuss matrix theory, Eminent philosopher will explore Descartes, Science publishes findings from WMU study of lake bed core on warming and cooling trends, AIDS quilt project donates $16,000 to agencies, Theatre group to present 'Great Sexpectations', Donnelly selected for Athletic Hall of Fame.

The Westerner Vol. 16 No. 1, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• Vision, action mark first ten years of Haenicke presidency • Haenicke has dedicated his professional life to education • Carol Haenicke masters her many roles with competence and diplomacy • News in Brief • WMU assesses lowest percentage tuition increase • Sunseeker 95 shines• in national solar car race • Alumnotes • Alumni in the Workplace

Western News, Sept. 28, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Houghton; Latulippe selected for 1995 service awards, Fulbright scholar finds common ground in Michigan, Religious scholar to present Mircea Eliade Lectures, Campus women meeting to discuss common concerns, Board approves appointments in EPD; minority affairs.

Western News, Sept. 21, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Hsieh; Pritchard earn 1995 scholar awards, Enrollment reflects jumps in new freshmen; off-campus students, Haenicke receives 10-year pin; thanks those who expressed support, Boldi issues statement on athletics situation, General fund budget OK'd at $171 million, WMU to award Schlack honorary doctorate, General contractor chosen for new science complex, MBA program will beam into Traverse City, Board approves new master's degree in computer engineering, TASK FORCE FOR RACIAL HEALING: A PRELIMINARY REPORT.

Western News, Sept. 14, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: '94-'95 grant total tops $21 million; marks 10th year of record figures, Cash gifts achieve 37% increase; annual total reaches $8.7 million, Senate takes action on program review; MLK Day and enrollment management practices, Hispanic Heritage Month activities planned, Crowd expected for CommUniverCity Night, Visiting Scholar to discuss research on ozone smog.

Western News, Sept. 7, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: First fall Faculty Senate meeting set for tonight, German exchange professor to speak this afternoon, Marines call on WMU center for new evaluation system, Aviation project moves ahead with $6 million grant in hand, Regulation of telecommunications industry is focus of 32nd annual economics seminar series, Semester-long series explores topics related to Africa, Macleod earns arts medal, Boothroyd pens book on self-defeating behaviors, Walker researches writings of Henry James, Liggons joins WMUK staff.

Western News, Aug. 31, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Science complex construction slated to begin this fall, Haenicke advised to recuperate at home, Several departments relocate during renovation, Thompson to lead session on new research policy, Haenicke issues letter to supporters regarding intercollegiate athletics, New Travel Center plans open house for Sept. 6-7, Key offices open later to better serve students.

Western News, August 10, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: Haenicke names screening committee for AD, WMU evaluators conduct field study for MEAP test, Preparations begin for Wood Hall construction, WMU will cover fall costs for Native Americans, Two-month grant report includes $1 million for public service projects, University receives $50,000 gift in honor of President Haenicke, WMU part of educational cable TV system

The Westerner Vol. 15 No. 4, Western Michigan University

The Westerner (1980-1997)

• The many faces of Western • Association announces 1995 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients • Homecoming 1995 • Biggest-ever Bronco sports radio network to hit Michigan, Indiana airwaves in 1995-96 • Calendar of fall performances and sports events • Night games remain prominent in 1995 football schedule

An Exploration Of The Relationship Between Critical Thinking Skills And Preferred Learning Styles Of First Year Nursing Students, Gloria J. Clocklin

Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine if a relationship existed between the manner in which nursing students preferred to learn and their ability to think critically. First year nursing students (N = 197) from four colleges in a rural Midwestern geographic region were the subjects for the study. Students represented practical nursing, associate degree nursing, and baccalaureate degree nursing programs and were all in their first nursing course. Entire cohort groups from each college were included in the study.

The Kolb (1985) Learning Style Inventory and the Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal (WGCTA, Watson & Glaser, 1980) were administered …

Western News, July 27, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: Elliott replaces Meinert as Bronco athletic director, Students get head start at summer academy, $200,000 grant to help make research more relevantfor educators, Photo-ill card can be used for financial transactions beginning this fall, Two win award for efforts on national team

Western News, July 13, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: Transfer program wins national award, WMU finishes in top 10 of solar race, Paavola selected for post in WMU News Services, VanDenBerg named associate registrar, Writing program grows to include students as well as teachers

Western News, June 29, 1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: WMU to receive largest percentage increase in appropriation, Board holds tuition increase to 2.6 percent; figure is lowest among state public institutions, Retired Kellogg exec to advise the president

Western News, June 15,1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: 7.8 percent appropriation increase intact as Legislature hammers out final budget bill, Four win Fulbright grants for work and study abroad, Students hope to be beaming all the way from Indiana to Colorado in biennial solar car race, Students get taste of college life through KCP Program, Rodeo, science program set for this weekend, Media tap Earhart's expertise on Japanese religions, Robertson pens text on integrative approach to psychotherapy for students and faculty

Western News, June 1,1995, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story Highlights: Top students selected for $25,000 Medallion Scholarships, Education, government, industry representatives here June 2-3 for international trade conference, Classes of '45, '50 and '55 gather for Reunion Weekend, WMU faculty and students to join with others in observing first local medical research day, WMU researchers on educational reform selected to evaluate NSF project in Vermont

Leadership Practices And Job Satisfaction: An Examination Of The Relationship Between Academic Deans And Department Chairpersons, Vera Kay Dauffenbach

Dissertations

The focus of this study was an examination of the relationship between academic deans and department chairpersons with respect to leadership practices and job satisfaction. In particular, the purpose was to study the impact of academic deans' leadership practices on the job satisfaction of department chairpersons.

The study involved a random sample of 300 academic deans and 300 department chairpersons from colleges and universities in four upper Midwest states. Testing of seven null hypotheses was based on the responses of 170 deans (57%) and 140 chairpersons (47% ). The instruments used were the Leadership Practices Inventory (Kouzes & Posner, 1987), …

Classroom Personalities Of Effective Teachers Within A Technical College Setting, Fred Manley

Dissertations

This study used student ratings to examine relationships between instructor personality and teaching effectiveness for technical college faculty. Research was specifically conducted to address three questions: (1) what personality traits are associated with effective teaching, (2) do the personality profiles of effective teachers differ by academic area, and (3) are there personality dimensions that distinguish above average from below-average instructors.

Students enrolled in classes taught by instructors randomly selected from the accounting, computer information systems, marketing, and office occupations departments at five Wisconsin technical colleges rated their instructors on 29 personality traits and 18 teaching behaviors. Pearson product-moment correlations were …

Faculty Recognition Dinner Photo 1995, Western Michigan University

Faculty Recognition

Faculty Recognition Dinner Photo

May 16, 1995

Photographed:

• Harley Behm
• William Combs
• Stanley Robin
• Otto Grundler
• Milton Brawer
• Roger Cole
• Archie Watson
• Charles Davis
• Donald Brown
• Robert Kaufman
• John Provancher
• Helenan Robin
• Thomas Houser
• President Diether Haenicke
• George Miller
• Rachel Inselberg
• Jeanne Williams

The Faculty Recognition Dinner 1995, Western Michigan University

Faculty Recognition

The Faculty Recognition Dinner

May 16, 1995

Honored Guests:

• Harley Behm
• Milton Brawer
• Donald Brown
• Richard Burke
• Roger Cole
• William Combs
• Charles Davis
• Gordon Grinwis
• Otto Grundler
• Graham Hawks
• Thomas Houser
• Rachel Inselberg
• Robert Kaufman
• George LeBonte
• George Miller
• L. Michael Moskovis
• Abraham Nicolaou
• John Provancher
• Helenan Robin
• Stanley Robin
• Archie Watson
• Jeanne Williams