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Aca News

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This document combines news announcements and the complete minutes of the Association for Communication Administration Executive Committee meeting held on March 6, 1985. The news portion outlines a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the president to remain on the committee for one additional year. It also previews the forthcoming election for three committee positions and includes commentary on national concerns regarding teacher shortages and the growing emphasis on communication skills across professional fields. The minutes provide a detailed account of administrative actions, including planning for the thirteenth annual seminar, development of convention programs, budget approval, revision of recruitment materials, …

Theatre As A Liberal Art, Gladys M. Crane

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This essay argues that theatre belongs centrally within the liberal arts because it is a humanizing discipline rooted in the interpretation of human action. Theatre is presented as an eclectic art that synthesizes visual, spatial, aural, and temporal forms, while requiring analytical, interpretive, and integrative judgment throughout the production process. The discussion emphasizes that theatrical creation engages imagination, creativity, and critical evaluation as students move from script analysis to design, rehearsal, and performance. Because theatre draws on psychology, sociology, history, and ethics, the study of plays and characters demands sustained reflection on values, cultural contexts, and human motivation. The essay …

In Defense Of Mass Communication As A Liberal Art, Robert K. Tiemens

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This essay defends mass communication as a legitimate component of the liberal arts and responds to criticisms both from outside and within the communication discipline. The author argues that mass communication courses address fundamental questions about the social, political, and cultural influence of media and therefore extend far beyond technical training. The discussion emphasizes that liberal education requires understanding how mediated symbols shape public life and contends that studying the effects, practices, and history of broadcasting aligns directly with liberal arts aims. The essay also notes that accrediting standards already require a strong ratio of liberal arts coursework for mass …

Developing A Program Justification: Strategies For Locating And Valuing The Discipline, Ronald L. Applbaum

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This essay evaluates arguments offered by four communication subfields regarding their place within the liberal arts and proposes a broader strategy for program justification in contemporary higher education. The author contends that while the contributing essays aim to demonstrate disciplinary value, they pursue divergent goals and do not provide persuasive grounds for resource allocation by senior administrators. Situating the discussion within shifting institutional priorities, the essay notes that colleges have increasingly blended liberal and vocational learning in response to changing student demand and external pressures. The author argues that communication’s diversity can be a strength, as the discipline engages both …

Analysis Of Teaching Evaluation Instruments Collected By Aca, Betty Jo Welch

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article analyzes twenty nine student evaluation instruments collected from seventy five higher education institutions in the United States and Canada in order to determine how teaching effectiveness is conceptualized and measured. The study identifies substantial variation in instrument design yet finds seven recurring dimensions: organization, student teacher interaction and rapport, classroom skill and lecturing ability, workload and course difficulty, grading and evaluation, personal satisfaction, and course content. Representative literature is reviewed to assess the strengths and limitations of evaluation approaches such as alumni surveys, self evaluation, student achievement measures, classroom visitation, and peer review. Research evidence indicates that well …

Under And Over The Hill, Peter Garvie

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This essay reflects on the problem of faculty who have become unproductive, disengaged, or resistant to change and considers how academic communities perceive and respond to such colleagues. Through an extended narrative and metaphorical analysis, the author distinguishes between those who have not yet reached professional maturity, those who have declined after earlier achievement, and those whose self perception is disconnected from their actual performance. The essay examines institutional tendencies to tolerate or obscure persistent non productivity, often due to bureaucratic structures that make intervention difficult. Drawing on metaphors of light, shadow, perception, and psychological projection, the author explores how …

Ua12/2/7 Wku Sorority System Annual Report, Scott Taylor

WKU Administration Documents

Annual Panhellenic Council report for the 1984-85 school year.

Ua3/6/6/1 Wdcl-Fm Sign On, Donald Zacharias, J. David Cole

WKU Administration Documents

J. David Cole and Donald Zacharias interviewed by unidentified reporter at WDCL-FM sign on event.

News & Views - Vol. 03, No. 14 - June 12, 1985, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

News & Views - Vol. 03, No. 13 - June 7, 1985, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/2 Talisman: What Did You Expect?, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

1985 Talisman yearbook.

• What Did You Expect?
• McDonald, Scott. View Point
• Earning an Education
• Strength in Numbers – Organizations
• Putting Forth the Effort
• Collegiate Companion
• Appropriating Apparel
• Driving Range – Cars
• Starving for Nutrition
• One Step Closer to Home – Apartments
• Flowers, Toni. And That’s the Way It Was – 1984 In Review
• Pullen, Terry. The Test of Time – Dating
• Reeder, Kristen. In the Eye of the Beholder – Miss Western, Miss Black Western
• Moore, Walter. Rock Of Ages – Sally’s Rock
• Smith, Sandy. Coming Back for More – Homecomig
• Cartlon, Chad. Vote Search – 1984 Presidential Election
• Goheen, …

News & Views - Vol. 03, No. 12 - May 17, 1985, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

WKU Administration Documents

Commencement program listing graduates.

News & Views - Vol. 03, No. 11 - May 11, 1985, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Ua66/4/2 Ceremony Of Capping & Pinning, Wku Dental Hygiene

WKU Administration Documents

Program from capping & pinning ceremony.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 56, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Paul, Steve. Vets Recall Vietnam Differently
• Parson, Kim. University Center Board Concerts Hindered by Executive Order
• Hutcherson, Jackie. Run for Roaches Infests Dorm
• Cleavinger, Mary. Supports Police
• Veneman, Bill. Says Goodbye to Friend – Geri Hahn
• McKinney, Mitchell. Thanks Supporters
• Bush, Paul & Shirley Bush. Remembers Fondly - Geri Hahn
• Schabel, Christine. Names Award Givers
• Marsupials Award Mess Ups, Mistakes
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Marsupial Awards
• University Center Board Approves Budget
• Schedules Set for Finals Week
• Thomas, Ursula. Quality Sound Found in Compact Discs …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 55, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Meehan, Mary. Board of Regents Approves Limited Budget
• Thomas, Ursula. Special Olympics Volunteer Wins Love – B.J. Little
• Stone, Tom. Administrators Confess to College Mischief – Donald Zacharias, Paul Cook, John Osborne
• Ron Beck Appointed Interim Dean
• Student, Teacher Die Over Weekend – Geraldine Hahn, John Davis
• Kendall, Vallory. Praises Professors
• Reagan, Stan. Backs Up Police
• Verner, Jo & Norm Johnson. Thanks Special Olympics Help
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Spring
• McMahon, Dorothy. Reform Should Follow Charles Dickens
• Fraternity’s Stepping Shows Spirit – Kappa Alpha …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 54, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hutcherson, Jackie. Phones Will be Out by Fall
• Ron Beck May Replace Charles Keown in Interim
• Humphreys, Mack. Bars Aren’t Always the Best Meet Markets
• Evening of Dance
• Carlton, Chad. Stricter Rules at Coed Dorm a Myth
• Gun Drawn on Student at Locks – Warren Davis
• Swift, Kim. Students Lobby for Peace During Washington Rally – United Campuses to Prevent Nuclear War
• Dickerson, Cindy. Frowns on Ethiopian Jokes
• Malmer, Victoria. Environmental Cabinet Cites Minor Compliance Problems at Western
• Harris, Carla. Pearce-Ford Tower Windows to be …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 53, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Carlton, Chad. School May Help Attract Japan Firm
• Slow Tan Helps Bathers Avoid Scorching Skin
• Paul, Steve. Dial-A-Date Conquers Hang-Up
• Hitchcock, Lisa. Students to Work with Mentally Ill – Psychology
• Hutcherson, Jackie. Sinfonian Features a Variety of Acts – Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia
• Future of Coed Housing Left in Students Hands
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Coed Housing
• Vaughn, Victoria. Corrects Spelling
• Cardwell, Dale. Judges Campus Police
• Hutcherson, Jackie. Unusual Trip Has a Model Ending – Norman Wells
• 192 Students Honored for Achievements
• Jones, LaMont. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 52, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Malmer, Victoria. Bulimia
• Harris, Carla. Abuses of Alcohol Reflected in Art
• It’s All Greek to Me
• Teaching Needs Protection in University Senate Plan
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Faculty Research
• Paul, Steve. College Years Should be Appreciated
• Jones, LaMont. Events Promote Black Greeks
• Humphreys, Mack. Book Exchange Will Continue
• Pulitzer Winner Speaks on Photos – William Strode
• Special Olympic Volunteers Needed
• Struck, Angela. Laid-back Leon Redbone
• Fox, Kathleen. Michael Card Continues to Spread the Word Through Song
• Western Receives $110,000
• Malmer, Victoria. Changes Planned for …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 51, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Strain, Jo. 17 Local Parks Offer a Variety of Activities
• Edelen, Mark. Plan Would Give Faculty More Research Time
• Carlton, Chad. Coed Dorm Less Than Half Full
• Malmer, Victoria. Sensitive Issues a Must, Editor Says
• Quarterback Donald Zacharias Leads Presidents’ Attack
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Donald Zacharias
• College Heights Herald Toots Own Horn
• Humphreys, Mack. Higher Required GPA May be Illegal – Grade Point Averages
• Air Conditioning Could be Turned on in 10 Days
• Key, Julius. Workshop Shows Minorities College Life
• 12 Apply for …

News & Views - Vol. 03, No. 10 - April 16, 1985, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 51, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Humphreys, Mack. Jack Smith Ends Term as Associated Student Government President
• Carlton, Chad. Coed Aerobics Class Sweats It Out for Fun
• Paul, Steve. Students Sure of Job Futures
• Edelen, Mark. Art Students Plan Independent Show
• Jack Smith’s Enthusiasm Revived Interest in Associated Student Government
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Jack Smith, Associated Student Government
• Wallace, Todd. Speaks for Greek Week
• Kredens, Julie. Stands Behind Play – Sister Mary Ignatius
• Alpha Gamma Rho Tough Tuggers Aim for 17^th Win – Tug of War
• Meehan, Mary. …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding use of Diddle Arena by non-athletes, withdrawal F and faculty award.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 50, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hutcherson, Jackie. Interhall Council Slowly Extends Hours of Open House
• Greeks Celebrating 20^th Year
• Hutcherson, Jackie. Freshmen Adjustment Tough
• Swift, Kim. UNICEF Seeks Active Campus Representative
• Freshmen Hurt in 40 Foot Fall – David Ellis
• Student Jailed for Drugs – Stacy Martin
• Greeks Surrender to Week’s Impulses
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Dating
• Smith, Andre. Defends Georgetown University
• Culver, Tim. Justifies Joke – Georgetown University
• Dickson, Luis. Disputes Editorial – Associated Student Government
• Vealstegui, Helger, et al. Asks for Support – International Student Organization …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 49, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Parson, Kim. Eight Students Arrested on Drug Charges
• Malmer, Victoria. OAR Shows Parents Average College Life – Orientation, Advisement & Registration
• Hitchcock, Lisa. Future of Tobacco Bleak, Experts Say
• Carlton, Chad. Housing Faces Financial Woes
• Accident Victim to Benefit from Show – Amazing Tones of Joy, Tonya Drake
• Experts See Grim Tobacco Future
• Hall Contest Held – Interhall Council
• Art Contest Tarnished on 25^th Anniversary
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Art Exhibition
• Collins, Jeff. Applauds Explanation – Sister Mary Ignatius
• Wesolowski, James. Criticizes Drama …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding resolutions, Mardi Gras and book exchange.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 60, No. 48, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Gott, Doug. Lady Toppers Earn A in Final Four Try – Basketball
• Gott, Doug & Steve Thomas. School Spirits Run High on Final Four Road Trip
• Malmer, Victoria. First and Only Dean of Students Retires – Charles Keown
• Sanders, Kim. Asks for Respect – Catholics
• Pennington, Sharon. Frowns on Fans
• Dickson, Luis. Student Stresses International Vote
• Small Minds Do Little to Solve Major Issues – Associated Student Government
• Knapp, Kevin. Editorial Cartoon – Associated Student Government
• Waters, Philip. Sister Mary Ignatius Sparks Criticism
• Vick, Tony. …

The Ideal Dean: Appropriate And Inappropriate Roles, Ladonna M. Geddes

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the responsibilities of the ideal dean during a period of financial constraint and shifting expectations. It argues that the dean’s role encompasses two primary domains: planning and leadership. Planning responsibilities include guiding long term strategy, maintaining comprehensive internal and external data, and using economic, political, and educational trends to inform resource allocation and goal setting. Leadership responsibilities involve serving as a communication link across institutional levels, resolving contradictions in mission, cultivating external relationships, and articulating clear evaluative standards. The article emphasizes the importance of situational leadership, generational differences in values, and informed judgment in human relations. It …

Tenure: A Concept Whose Time Has Passed?, Bert E. Bradley

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article evaluates whether traditional tenure practices remain viable within contemporary higher education. It argues that the lifetime employment guarantee awarded after a brief probationary period has drawn increasing criticism from legislators, administrators, faculty, and students. Abuses associated with tenure include faculty members who remain minimally active for decades and the perception that tenure shelters incompetence. The article contends that earlier justifications for tenure, namely protection of academic freedom and insulation from administrative or public pressure, have been overtaken by court decisions and faculty unionization that already safeguard those rights. Economic pressures, declining enrollments, and public scrutiny are identified as …