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Autherine Lucy & The University Of Alabama Integration At U Of A 1952-1956, Tamera Lott
Autherine Lucy & The University Of Alabama Integration At U Of A 1952-1956, Tamera Lott
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
Located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the University of Alabama was chartered in 1820 and is Alabama’s oldest public university. Prior to 1956, the University was segregated; admission was limited to white men and women. On February 3, 1965, Miss Autherine Lucy stepped foot on campus for the first time to attend classes at the University; history was made as she was the first African American present. Lucy’s attendance stirred conflict throughout campus and the state of Alabama. Unbeknownst to many, Lucy’s attendance garnered both national and international attention. The central argument here is that Lucy’s experiences at the University of Alabama …
The Athens Of The West: Education In Nashville, 1780-1860, Timothy Augustus Sweatman
The Athens Of The West: Education In Nashville, 1780-1860, Timothy Augustus Sweatman
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
Nashville, Tennessee, is known as the Athens of the South because of its reputation as a center of learning. The city’s commitment to education goes back to the days of its founding as a village on the extreme Western frontier of the United States. In 1785, five years after Nashville was first settled, Davidson Academy, an advanced classical school, was established. At the same time, numerous private schools operated in the Nashville area, providing many of the region’s children with a basic education.
During the first quarter of the nineteenth century Nashville moved closer to becoming a major educational center. …
Does Sex Discrimination Exist In Faculty Salaries At Western Kentucky University? An Empirical Examination Of The Wage Gap, Reed Vesey
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
This thesis examines wage differentials between male and female faculty salaries at Western Kentucky University. A human capital model of salary determination is examined by using regression analysis on relevant personal and job characteristics of faculty members. A large portion of the wage gap between men and women is explained through differences in the personal and job characteristics. A portion of the wage gap remains unexplained, however, the probability of discrimination playing a substantial role in salary is very small.
The Relationship Of Educational, Economic & Social Characteristics Of The Degree Of Desegregation In The Public Schools Of Kentucky, J. Frank Yeager
The Relationship Of Educational, Economic & Social Characteristics Of The Degree Of Desegregation In The Public Schools Of Kentucky, J. Frank Yeager
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The problem in this study was to examine the relationship of social-climate to the degree of desegregation in the public schools of Kentucky. This study attempted to determine the relationship of educational, economic and social characteristics of those school districts with bi-racial student bodies operating in Kentucky and the degree of desegregation experienced voluntarily by those districts during the period from 1955-56 school year through the 1963-64 school year.
Reorganization Of The Warren County School System, Charles Clemons
Reorganization Of The Warren County School System, Charles Clemons
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
A discussion of how to reorganize the Warren County, Kentucky school system. Includes a description of the Warren County school system in 1957.
A Study Of The Public School System Of Monroe County, William Goad
A Study Of The Public School System Of Monroe County, William Goad
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The specific aims of the study are:
- To survey the schools in Monroe County - the one-room rural schools, the two-teacher schools and the consolidated schools.
- To show the percentage of attendance and percentage of failure in different schools and the cost per pupil attending.
- To show the relation between teachers qualifications and teachers pay.
- To study the transportation system; figuring the cost per pupil per mile.
- To make general recommendations based on data obtained.
Improvement Of Todd County Schools In Action, Virginia Hightower
Improvement Of Todd County Schools In Action, Virginia Hightower
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The object of this survey has been to give an honest, fair and unbiased statement based on the actual conditions in the schools of Todd County, Kentucky. This survey shows the improvements that have been made in the system from July 1, 1934 to the present time. This does not include the Independent Districts of Trenton, Todd County, Kentucky, which is in the southwest section of the county.
A Comparative Study Of Barren County Schools 1938-1950, David Montgomery
A Comparative Study Of Barren County Schools 1938-1950, David Montgomery
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
This study shows that the school census is dropping rapidly in rural areas. It must be remembered that with the introduction of more labor saving farm machinery and the consolidation of small farms that the end is not in sight.
A greater percentage of children are enrolled in our schools. The percentage of attendance is higher and will continue to slowly improve. As consolidation of small schools progresses, school plants and physical equipment will improve.
Over one-half of the children in average daily attendance are transported. Percentage of enrollment and percentage of attendance are much better in the transported group. …
Contributions Of The Cumberland Presbyterian Church To Education, Curtis Burroughs
Contributions Of The Cumberland Presbyterian Church To Education, Curtis Burroughs
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The educational system of today is the outgrowth of many factors. There have been many influences which have brought about the spread of mass education and the development of the present-day curriculum.
One factor which has contributed a share to the development of our vast and complicated educational system has been the denominational school. The denominational schools were the first to be established in the land. Also, the churches have stressed the need of education and have financed the training of many of the youths of the country. Most of the 252 denominations within the United States have attempted, in …
A History Of Education In Pulaski County, Savannah Anderson
A History Of Education In Pulaski County, Savannah Anderson
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The present educational status of Pulaski County has evolved through more than a century of slow progress. The causes back of the goals gained, whether they be natural consequences as in "the winning of the west," or the result of a brilliant stroke of genius on the part of some indomitable leadership, it is not the purpose of this study to determine.
The purpose may be stated thus:
(1) To preserve some rare materials in peril of passing into oblivion, such as primitive reports, given by the first trustees, pioneers of the primeval districts; the first notice issued by the …
A Study Of The Public School System Of Nelson County, Earl Huber
A Study Of The Public School System Of Nelson County, Earl Huber
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
Only seven years more than one hundred years ago, 1838, Kentucky’s public school system was established. Few Kentuckians conceived of a state-wide public school system. Many of the citizens were conservative and inclined to look upon a scheme of public education with doubt and disfavor; they were accustomed to the traditional plan of private education. In Nelson County, as in the rest of Kentucky, the early sponsors of public education were confronted with the problem of building sentiment for such a public service. Their task was one of establishing schools. Their chief goal was one of providing a school service, …
A Program Of Improvement For Union County Kentucky Schools, Thomas Fortenbery
A Program Of Improvement For Union County Kentucky Schools, Thomas Fortenbery
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The problem presented in a Program of Improvement for Union County Schools deals primarily with future school buildings. The problem is threefold:
- The location of future school buildings must be determined in the light of population trends and economic developments.
- The size of the buildings must be determined.
- A plan to finance the program must be developed.
The Development Of The English Curriculum At Western Kentucky State Teachers College, Dorthie Hall
The Development Of The English Curriculum At Western Kentucky State Teachers College, Dorthie Hall
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The purpose of this study is to trace the development of the English curriculum and its related activities at the Western Kentucky State Teachers College. This development is not the product of the years 1906-1943 exclusively, during which time Western Kentucky State Teachers College has been a chartered stated institution, because the school that became Western Kentucky Normal School in 1906 had been growing for some thirty years.
Reorganization Of Meade County's Schools, Raymond Gibson
Reorganization Of Meade County's Schools, Raymond Gibson
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The purpose of this study is to deal with the undesirable conditions of the county which could be corrected. Why should there be three high schools in the eastern half of the county and none in the western half of the county? Why should one-room schools exist with an average daily attendance of less than ten when the same school could be consolidated with other schools without causing any child to walk more than two miles? Why should there be 225 children in Meade County eligible for high school who are not attending school at any place? Why should the …
John G. Fee And Berea College, Flora Jones
John G. Fee And Berea College, Flora Jones
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
When a student at Berea College it occurred to the writer that if the opportunity should ever present itself, she would be interested in knowing more concerning the early struggles and untiring labor of the men who had made possible such a great and unique institution of learning.
It is the aim of this paper to treat in a brief and concise way the development of this institution and in particular the part played by John G. Fee. Also it is hoped to furnish an account of the early struggles of this institution that will be of interest to the …
Benjamin Orr Peers: Educator, Auguston Page
Benjamin Orr Peers: Educator, Auguston Page
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The purpose of this study is to bring to the attention of the public the contributions of Benjamin Orr Peers and to show his influence on the development of our present public school system in Kentucky.
Material, other than secondary, has been scarce and widely scattered. The greater part of the source material was found in the Transylvania Library, Lexington, Kentucky, and in the private collection of Miss Mary O. Gray, Louisville, Kentucky. Some valuable information was obtained in each of the following places: Paris, Lexington, Louisville, Frankfort and Bowling Green.
The Status Of State Teachers College Bands, Nathalee Ewing
The Status Of State Teachers College Bands, Nathalee Ewing
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
What personal traits are desirable in the band director? What educational qualifications should be required? How much experience should he have before assuming the position of college band director? What should be the organization of the component parts of the band? Who should compose the personnel? What credit should be given for such services? Who should support the organization and supply such equipment as uniforms, library, and instruments?
A Study Of The Public School System Of Todd County, Edwin Hadden
A Study Of The Public School System Of Todd County, Edwin Hadden
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
Statement of Problem - The main problem is an attempt to find how Todd County, as a unit, can best provide for the elementary and secondary education of her 2,650 boys and girls. The aims of the consideration of this problem are five, as follows:
- To compare the efficiency of the one-room schools with the central schools, and the central schools with the independent graded school.
- To compare teacher results and teacher qualifications.
- To discover the needed number of elementary and high school plants.
- To discover the needed number of elementary and high school teachers.
- To secure a basis for …
Status Of Certificates Issued And Employment Of Certificate Holders At Western Kentucky State Teachers College, James Ashby
Status Of Certificates Issued And Employment Of Certificate Holders At Western Kentucky State Teachers College, James Ashby
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
It is the purpose of this study to determine the supply of certified teachers from Western Kentucky State Teachers College. From data compiled at the institution concerning the number of certificates issued, the number at present in effect, and the employment of the certificate holders, this supply will be ascertained. The study undertakes to answer the following questions:
- What has been the nature of certification of teachers in Western Kentucky State Teachers College?
- How many teachers certificates issued by the institution are now in effect?
- How many of the certificate holders are at present engaged in teaching?
- What per cent …