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19890818: Academic Affairs, 1979-1990, Academic Affairs

Guides to University Archives

These items include materials from the office of Academic Affairs at Marshall University from 1979-1990. Items were received in 1989 and include notable materials from or about the department's organizational records during the assigned period. This inventory was created at an earlier date and contains outdated "location" information. Materials within this specific collection include Sabbatical leave reports; mission statement; BOR "five-year plans", and Committee Meeting Minutes. Please download the finding aid for a full list of contents.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding governors scholars, registration, instructional equipment, doctoral faculty development, extended campus and academic calendar.

1989 August 14 - Staff Senate Minutes, Staff Senate, East Tennessee State University

Staff Senate Agendas and Minutes

No abstract provided.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding governors scholars, homecoming, faculty academic standards, transfer credits, instructional equipment, doctoral study and registration.

19890807: Academic Affairs, 1982-1989, Academic Affairs

Guides to University Archives

These items include materials from the office of Academic Affairs at Marshall University from 1982-1989. Items were received in 1989 and include notable materials from or about the department's organizational records during the assigned period. This inventory was created at an earlier date and contains outdated "location" information. Materials within this specific collection include Special Projects by College. Faculty Development Grants, and etc. Please download the finding aid for a full list of contents.

Koinonia, Larry J. Mckinney, Verdell F. Longstaff, Keith Deboer

Koinonia

Student Development Burnout, Larry J. McKinney

Emerging Student Trends for the 90's, Verdell F. Longstaff

1989 ACSD Conference

Dungeons and Dragons: How Should We Respond, Keither DeBoer

Pod Network News, August 1989, Emily Wadsworth

Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education: POD Network News

1989 CONFERENCE

TEACHING EXCELLENCE

SURVEY RESULTS

NEW PUBLICATION

1990 TO IMPROVE THE ACADEMY

1989 CONFERENCE SESSIONS: PARTIAL LISTING

Association For Communication Administration 17th Annual Presidential Seminar October 20-22, 1989 Dupont Plaza Hotel, Washington, Dc.

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Details of the 17th Annual Presidential Seminar of Association for Communication Administration on October 20-22, 1989 is Washington DC.

Oral Communication Assessment Procedures And Instrument Development, S. Clay Willmington

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article presents findings from a national survey of standardized assessment procedures in oral communication across postsecondary institutions. Focusing on large scale, uniform testing practices, the study identifies trends in how colleges and universities evaluate student competencies in public speaking, listening, interpersonal communication, and voice and articulation. Assessment purposes include course exemption, placement, in class evaluation, and teacher certification, with public speaking emerging as the most frequently tested skill. Although few institutions use commercially available instruments, many report locally developed tools designed for consistency across sections. The article compares findings to an earlier study, noting modest growth in exemption and …

Minutes Of The Executive Committee April 22, 1989 Washington, Dc.

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

The annual meeting of the Association for Communication Administration (ACA)'s Executive Committee, held in April 1989 in Washington D.C.

1989-1990 Aca Budget

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Details of the 1989-90 budget of the Association for Communication Administration.

Proposed By-Law Changes, Robert M. Smith

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article details proposed revisions to the bylaws of the Association for Communication Administration, outlining changes in mission statement, membership structure, governance, and voting procedures. It clarifies that the association’s objective is to foster dialogue among departmental and senior administrators in communication arts and sciences, while promoting systematic collection and dissemination of relevant information. Membership will be defined at the unit level, represented by the chief administrative officer, and only units that have paid dues before the annual meeting may vote. Governance authority is vested in an executive committee that manages interim business through authorized mail ballots, ensuring continuity between …

A Survey Of Theatre Programs, Part Two: Analysis Of Graduate And Undergraduate Populations, Faculty Compositions/Activities And Theatre Courses/Productions, Mary Helen Brown, Deborah Roach Barker, Larry L. Barker

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reports findings from a national survey of theatre departments in the United States and Canada, analyzing patterns in faculty composition, student enrollment, course offerings, and production activity across institutional types. It documents correlations between the highest degree awarded by a department and factors such as undergraduate and graduate theatre major populations, availability of faculty release time, and the number and variety of staged productions. The analysis reveals that departments offering terminal degrees—particularly the PhD and MFA—tend to have more students, fuller curricula, greater faculty resources, and expanded opportunities for creative or scholarly reassignment. In contrast, associate and bachelor's …

The Context Of The B.A. In Theatre, Joanna Rotte

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reflects on the termination of a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program at a private university, examining the institutional, cultural, and political contexts that rendered the decision possible. It critiques the marginal status of the fine arts in higher education, arguing that theatre is especially vulnerable due to its exclusion from the broader educational experience of most Americans. The article calls for theatre educators to revise curricula with pluralistic awareness, contemporary relevance, and a commitment to aesthetic and historical truth. It urges faculty to advocate for theatre education not as vocational training or audience development, but as essential …

The Employability Of Graduates Of Liberal Arts Programs, Al Weitzel

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the employability of speech communication and liberal arts graduates, assessing claims about career outcomes through a review of empirical studies, national surveys, and employer perceptions. While some data suggest liberal studies graduates perform competitively in long term professional advancement, particularly in managerial roles, findings reveal that immediate employment prospects remain limited due to employer preferences for business and technical degrees. The article critiques optimistic narratives that overstate workforce demand for communication majors, instead calling for more accurate academic advising and targeted institutional strategies to improve graduate outcomes. These include integrating career planning into curricula, cultivating business partnerships, …

Faculty Evaluation At A Community College, Dick Stine

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article offers a descriptive case study of faculty evaluation practices at a midwestern community college, highlighting key differences between two year and four year institutional expectations. Emphasizing teaching effectiveness and community engagement over research productivity, the evaluation process combines summative tools—such as student evaluations, administrative observation, and self assessment—with formative mechanisms designed to promote instructional improvement. The article outlines a decision tree framework for identifying and addressing performance concerns, and details a faculty mentoring program that pairs experienced instructors with colleagues in need of developmental support. It also discusses the role of staff development offices, peer observation initiatives, and …

Evaluation And Artistic Vision: A Review Of Progress To Date, Donald L. Rosenberg

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reviews the development and implementation of external evaluation systems for assessing creative achievement in academic theatre, particularly in the context of promotion and tenure decisions. Tracing the evolution of national guidelines and professional task force recommendations, the discussion outlines key principles for documenting artistic work, including peer and extramural review, open evaluator selection, and extended timeframes for assessment. It explores tensions between educational and professional standards, addresses the risks of overemphasizing directing over other creative roles, and raises concerns about the potential for artistic conservatism under continuous scrutiny. The article argues that evaluation practices must reflect diverse institutional …

The Role Of Indirect Tests In Assessing Communication Competence, Michael R. Neer

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reports on the design, implementation, and analysis of an indirect assessment instrument developed to measure communication competence among graduating seniors at a public urban university. Developed to support diagnostic placement and curricular review, the assessment includes components in public speaking, communication theory, mass communication, and media writing, emphasizing cognitive understanding rather than observed performance. Results indicate moderate reliability across test components and reveal that academic performance, internship experience, employment status, and time to degree completion mediate assessment outcomes. Grade point average alone was not a consistent predictor of performance, suggesting that behavioral application and contextual engagement play significant …

Problems With The Use Of Citation Indexes In Communication Research, Edward Funkhouser

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article evaluates the limitations of using citation indexes as research tools in communication studies, particularly when ranking journals, departments, or individual scholars. It examines how the omission of five major communication journals from widely used indexes distorts the visibility and influence of scholarship in the field. Through an analysis of citations to articles published in leading association journals, the study finds that approximately one third of all citations originate from journals not included in citation databases. These omissions reduce the effectiveness of citation indexes for literature searches, bibliometric studies, and faculty evaluation. The article advocates for the inclusion of …

Association For Theatre In Higher Education Task Force On Distribution Chair's Report, Jon Whitmore

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article presents a policy report from a national task force convened to examine workload distribution and program structure within collegiate theatre departments. Initially charged with developing guidelines for faculty assignment, the task force identified broader systemic imbalances affecting the discipline, including overextended faculty, declining student preparation, insufficient research capacity, and pressure to prioritize production over pedagogy. The report urges departments to define clear educational missions, align degree offerings with available resources, and reevaluate production models to prioritize student learning and disciplinary advancement. It also calls for workload policies that account for discipline specific labor such as directing, design, dramaturgy, …

Belridge School: The Future Communication Program, Richard F. Boylan

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article describes a prototype communication education model developed in a small California school district, presenting it as a potential blueprint for future curriculum design across K–12 and higher education. The program integrates personal computing, media production, and networked information access into all aspects of learning, while intentionally involving students’ families in both technological and educational engagement. Grounded in communication pedagogy, the initiative provides year round, individualized instruction supported by a multimedia infrastructure that includes desktop publishing, distance learning, and local broadcast capabilities. The article argues that early, sustained exposure to communication technologies will reshape expectations for college level programs, …

Marketing The Communication Training Course On And Off Campus, Dan B. Curtis, Sam E. Cox

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article outlines a comprehensive strategy for marketing a communication training course within and beyond the university setting, grounded in the growing demand for applied communication skills across business, industry, and government sectors. The course emphasizes the development of training competencies, including needs assessment, program design, and evaluation, preparing students for roles in human resource development and organizational change. On campus, the marketing approach combines classroom outreach, advisor engagement, and targeted promotional materials. Off campus, the article explores emerging opportunities in continuing education, corporate partnerships, and lifelong learning, arguing that communication educators must proactively position their offerings to meet evolving …

Couples In Communication: Problems And Prospects, Karen A. Foss, Stephen W. Littlejohn

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article explores the professional dynamics and institutional challenges faced by dual career couples in the academic field of communication. Drawing from roundtable discussions and written reflections, the article addresses both the advantages and complexities of employing partnered faculty members. It examines administrative perceptions, hiring practices, departmental interactions, and promotion concerns, offering practical strategies for chairs and colleagues to support individual identity, equitable evaluation, and workplace integration. The discussion critiques persistent myths—such as presumed interdependence or shared qualifications—and emphasizes the importance of separating personal relationships from professional responsibilities. Contributors also reflect on the rewards of academic partnership, including expanded disciplinary …

The Executive Guide To Strategic Planning And The Executive Guide To Operational Planning, Jack M. Christ

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article reviews two companion volumes on strategic and operational planning designed for use across organizational contexts, including academic departments and educational institutions. The books by Patrick J. Below, George L. Morrisey, and Betty L. Acomb. are "The Executive Guide to Strategic Planning " abd "The Executive Guide to Operational Planning."

The Academic's Handbook, Don B. Morlan

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Reviews the book "The Academic's Handbook," edited by A. Leigh Deneef, Crauford D. Goodwin and Ellen Stern McCrate.

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting July 28, 1989, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Remarks by the President
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Nee Graduate Programs
• Gift Report
• Personnel Report
• Fall Semester 1989 Tuition and Required Fee Schedule
• General Fund Operating Budget
• Construction Contract - Carl and Winifred Lee Honors College
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public comments
• Adjournment

Senate Meeting, July 12, 1989, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Board Of Trustees Minutes, 1989-1990, Indiana State University Board Of Trustees

Board of Trustees

No abstract provided.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding instructional equipment, new program review, awards, student fees, extended campus and affirmative action.

Memo: Final Report, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Memo from the Task Force on Alcohol & Other Drugs to President Thomas Meredith regarding the task force's final report.