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Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding tuition increases, President for a Day, health insurance and resolutions.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 26, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Cassady, Pam & Jim Hannah. I Feel Like We Should Have Been Asked – Faculty Senate, Thomas Meredith
• Nations, Jeff. Presidents Likely to Back Tuition Hike – Board of Student Body Presidents, Student Government Association
• Grundy, Julie. New Committee Tracks Faculty Pay
• Ang, Dawn. Somalia: Students Voice Opinions on Aid
• Messiah to Be Presented
• Preston Health & Activities Center Will Change Hours
• Hannah, Jim & Michael Lindenberger. Commonwealth Attorney Will Present Food Services Case – Dining Services
• Poynter, Chris. New Security Measures in Effect for …

Ua12/2/1 A Herald Christmas, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald:

• Lockert, Anya. Student Santa Has Holiday Spirit – Ron Baldwin
• Music Department Plays Holiday Medley Tonight
• Reynolds, Becky. Homemade Gifts Have Personal Touch
• Varney, Dennis. Students Shop on Limited Budgets
• Tungate, Matthew. Without a Home for he Holiday – International Students
• Kinnaird, Kevin. Big Red, Brereton Claus Find Creatures Stirring in Diddle Arena
• Carrico, Leigh. Shoppers Can Sponsor a Needy Child – Angel Tree, Salvation Army
• Cassady, Pam. Area Shops Offer Innovative Ideas

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 25, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hannah, Jim. Vote of Confidence Draws Faculty Debate – Faculty Senate, Thomas Meredith
• Nations, Jeff. Jack Harbaugh’s Future Settled – For Now At Least
• Wells, Greg. Changes Could Affect Awards – Student Financial Aid
• Cassady, Pam. Preston Health & Activities Center – Breaks for Christmas
• Student Ticket Policies in Place
• Faculty Senate’s Motives Should Be Questioned
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon Faculty Senate Ambushes Thomas Meredith
• Fans Win With Ticket Pick-Up Policy
• Clark, Patrick. Homosexuality is Not Wrong
• Bunnell, David. Pro-Choice is Pro-Abortion
• Osborne, Jennifer. Welfare …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting to discuss informational resource committee, Project Western, President for a Day, Just Ask Joe radio program, vacancies, budget, recycling bins, health insurance and Hanging of the Green.

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Meeting regarding vote of confidence and internal audit.

Bill #92-14-F - Funding For Topperettes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Bill to fund Topperettes trip to national competition.

The Effects Of A Yearly Attendance Incentive Plan And Formal Evaluation Of Teacher Attendance On Teacher Absences, Steve E. Phillips

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This study analyzed the effect yearly teacher attendance incentive plans have on teacher absence rates, iii the effect school size has on teacher absence rates, and the effect formal evaluation of excessive teacher absences has on teacher absence rates. The statistics used to test the significance of these approaches were a one-way analysis of variance and a two-way analysis of variance. Along with the analysis of these factors, this study generated information regarding teacher absences. Descriptive statistics were used to determine the rate of teacher absences, cost of teacher absenteeism, the number of schools that provide a yearly incentive plan, …

The Impact Of Site-Based Management On Perceived Roles Of Superintendents, Board Chairpersons, Principals And Selected Central Office Personnel In Tennessee School Systems, Narvia D. Haywood

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The introduction of site-based management has had an impact on the operation of school systems in Tennessee; however no one seems to know for certain what that impact was. Findings from this study revealed that there is a basic understanding of the impact of site-based management as perceived by superintendents, board chairpersons, principals, personnel, budget, curriculum, and staff development administrators. Findings also revealed that central office staff and principals, for the most part, perceive that the superintendents and board chairpersons were supportive of site-based management programs. One hundred and eighty-one educators, including board chairpersons, responded to a fifty-four item questionnaire. …

A Study Of The W. Edwards Deming Total Quality Management Concept As It Applies To Education In Tennessee, Ronald Wilcox

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine Tennessee superintendents' perceptions of the educational application of the W. Edwards Deming Total Quality Management Model. The Total Quality Management Model was divided into four parts for the purpose of this study based on review of the literature. The parts are eight selected underlying principles, Deming's 14 points, Deming's deadly diseases, and process improvement tools. A survey instrument developed by the investigator was sent to all 139 Tennessee superintendents. A total of 112 of the superintendents responded representing 81% of the population. Fifty-one percent of the respondents are using some of the …

The Tennessee School Board Chairperson's Perception Of School Accountability, Dennis L. Peters

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to obtain and analyze information about the perceptions of local school board chairpersons in Tennessee toward school accountability. A questionnaire was designed to gather information from all school board chairpersons in the state of Tennessee. The questionnaire contained 32 attitudinal statements related to school accountability and 11 demographic questions about the chairpersons and the system they represent. The mean score, frequency, and percentage of the responses were computed and analyzed. The Kruskal-Wallis one-was ANOVA was computed to determine if significant differences existed in the mean score of the 32 attitudinal statements based on the …

Functions And Responsibilities Of Superintendents And School Boards In Tennessee As Perceived By Superintendents And School Board Chairpersons, Steven L. Scott

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine if differences exist between the superintendents and the school board chairpersons of Tennessee in regard to the perceived functions and responsibilities of each group. The study also attempted to determine if factors such as age, size of the school district, educational level of the superintendent and the board member, years of service as superintendent or as a board member, the existence of clearly written board policies defining the functions and responsibilities of the superintendent and the school board, and elected versus school board appointed superintendent status had any effect on the perceived …

Teacher Recruitment Practices And Teacher Supply And Demand Conditions In Selected School Districts In Six Southeastern States, Brenda J. G'Fellers

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purposes of this study were to determine the adequacy of teacher supply and to identify teacher recruitment practices used in large and small school districts in six southeastern states and to elicit from respondents ratings of the importance and effectiveness of the various teacher recruitment practices. A population of 362 small and large school districts in 6 states, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, was surveyed in the late summer and fall of 1991. The return rate was 50.27%. The survey instrument had been developed by Roger L. Nall and was revised by the researcher. A …

The Impact Of Site-Based Management On Perceived Roles Of Superintendents, Board Chairpersons, Principals And Selected Central Office Personnel In Tennessee School Systems, Narvia D. Haywood

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The introduction of site-based management has had an impact on the operation of school systems in Tennessee; however no one seems to know for certain what that impact was. Findings from this study revealed that there is a basic understanding of the impact of site-based management as perceived by superintendents, board chairpersons, principals, personnel, budget, curriculum, and staff development administrators. Findings also revealed that central office staff and principals, for the most part, perceive that the superintendents and board chairpersons were supportive of site-based management programs. One hundred and eighty-one educators, including board chairpersons, responded to a fifty-four item questionnaire. …

A Case Study Of The New Elementary School In Kingsport, Tennessee, Debra R. Lee

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The statement of the problem was taxpayers and the general populace have expressed dissatisfaction with the current schooling/education results. Influential educators, similarly, have stated their belief(s) that educational practice no longer meets the requirements for production of a competitive citizenry. The purpose of this study was to investigate the process of developing a new elementary school in Kingsport, Tennessee. This study explores the process used by the Kingsport City School System to determine the sequence of analyzing, planning and implementing a new elementary school designed for the twenty-first century. In this qualitative study, four research questions were formulated. A reputational …

Self-Concepts Of Career Level Ii And Iii Teachers And Career Ladder Eligible Teachers In The Public Schools Of Tennessee, Lois C. Myers

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The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a significant difference in the self concept of Career Level II and III teachers and teachers who are eligible to apply but have not elected to participate in the Career Ladder Program in the public schools of Tennessee. The technique of causal-comparative research was used in this study. The Tennessee Self Concept Scale (TSCS), developed by William Fitts, was selected as the appropriate instrument for use in this study. The TSCS is a versatile instrument that measures ten dimensions related to self concept: total level of self esteem, self …

The Degree Of Usage Of Strategic Planning In Tennessee School Systems, Billy B. Snodgrass

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to assess the extent to which strategic planning was used in Tennessee school districts and its relationship with school system size, geographic regions, student achievement, fiscal capacity, per pupil property assessment, and percentage of revenue from local sources. The study also sought to determine the perceived constraints and technical assistance needs of school systems regarding strategic planning. The 139 school superintendents in Tennessee were surveyed to determine the degree of use of strategic planning in Tennessee. Surveys were mailed in early September, 1992. Surveys were received over a period of several weeks. A return …

The Effects Of Retention In Elementary School On Subsequent Academic Performance And Instructional Practices, Janie H. Snyder

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of retention on the academic performance of students retained in the third and fifth grade during the 1985-86 school year. A follow up study was used to analyze changes in academic test results. Another purpose was to interview teachers who had retained students and teachers who had taught the children the next school year to determine what changes occurred in instructional practices. Forty retained students of Northeast Tennessee were matched according to sex and similar scaled scores on the Stanford Achievement Test. Scores were compared by grade and by year …

An Evaluation Of The Principal's Academies Of Tennessee, David E. Wetzel

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The problem related to this study was to determine which components of the Tennessee Principal's Administrator Academy are effective and which ineffective in influencing the principal's performance. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of the Principal's Academy that influences the principal's day-to-day job performance at the local school site. The study also attempted to determine if factors such as age, size of school, per pupil expenditure, number of teachers on the respondent's staff, educational level, school setting, years in present position, years attending the academy had any effect on the administrator's perceptions of the academy. Tennessee …

Friday Report - Vol. 02, No. 09 - November 27, 1992, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1991-1996, Friday Report

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hannah, Jim. Football Ticket Sales Up, But Miss Goal
• Burnham, Maria. Malcolm X: Movie Opens Eyes, Minds
• Armes, Anya. Higher Education Budget Cuts Signal Ominous Future
• Poyner, Chris. Congregation Perseveres Ashes of Hate – Barren River Baptist Church, Arson, Larry Craig
• Student Helps Police Nab Man – Duncan Gibson
• Higher Education is Still Education
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon Higher Education in Hospital
• Smith, Adam. Homosexuality is Morally Wrong – Gays, Lesbians
• Houchens, Gary. Pro-Choice, Not Pro-Abortion
• Reese, Jason. Lou Marciani Rude to Topper Pep Band …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding minority recruitment, salaries, overtime, maternity leave and library collection development.

Friday Report - Vol. 02, No. 08 - November 20, 1992, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1991-1996, Friday Report

No abstract provided.

Ua3/8 Memo: Administrative Change, Thomas Meredith

WKU Administration Documents

Memo from WKU President Thomas Meredith to all faculty and staff regarding administrative changes and future of WKU.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hannah, Jim. Mice Roam Pearce-Ford Tower – Housing & Residence Life
• Lewis, Brandi. Homosexuals Often Excluded From Society, Workshop Teaches – Gays, Lesbians
• Grundy, Julie. Tuition May Go Up Again
• Some Smokers Kick Habit Today – Great American Smokeout
• David Lee Will Remain Interim Dean – Potter College of Arts & Letters
• Hannah, Jim. Food Services Investigation Will Be Heard by Grand Jury – Dining Services
• Bryan, Angela. Police Look for Rape Suspect
• Bryan, Angela. No Indictments Handed Down in Fight
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon …

Ua11/1 On Campus, Vol. 2, No. 17, Wku University Relations

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On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. Regular features are:

• College News
• Sponsored Programs
• Hot off the Press
• Personnel File
• Coming Up - Calendar of Events

This issue includes articles:

• Regents Considered Full Agenda Oct. 29
• If We Have to Cut, Where Will We Slice?
• Here are '93-'94 Budget Priorities
• Fife, Dana. Expanded Child Care Serves Campus Better
• Dr. Wei-Ping Pan Named Sumpter Professor
• Dr. C. Wayne Jones is Glasgow Director
• Home Sweet Home was a Cardboard Box
• Turkeys are the Target - ROTC

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Postponed regular business and began retreat.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hannah, Jim & Michael Lindenberger. Grand Jury Will Listen to Evidence – Dining Services
• Bricking, Tanya. Programs Not In Danger Yet – Budget
• Lockert, Anya. Hobby Drags Microbiologist Out of Lab – Mark Clauson, Automobile Racing
• Tungate, Matthew. Students in New Coed Hall Left Out in Cold Shower – Zacharias Hall
• Bryan, Angela. Buildings to Set Own Smoking Policy
• Nations, Jeff. Student Government Association Takes to the Airwaves – WWHR-FM
• Wells, Greg. WKYU-FM Fund Drive a Success
• Students Should Take Responsibility for Campus Safety
• Johnson, …

Bill #92-13-F - Appointment Of Alternate For The Four College Representatives, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Bill to appoint the required alternate representatives.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding salaries, sick leave and faculty hiring.