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Advancing The Communication Discipline In The Community College Environment, Rhonda Kekke

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article focuses on the advancement of communication discipline in community colleges across the U.S. Community colleges may or may not have a speech requirement for degree programs. If a community college does not have a speech requirement, or requires speech only or the Associate of Arts degree, there is a chance that it will not have sufficient enrollments or require the services of even one full-time speech instructor. Advancing the communication discipline in our new millennium is going to mean saving the best of what the discipline of speech communication has always meant, while adapting it to an ever-more-complicated …

Advancing The Discipline: Guidelines From The Experience Of Colleagues, Samuel L. Becker

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

Introduces articles from the issue about the disciplinary advancement of the communication departments of various colleges and universities.

Protecting Communication Departments: Reflections On The Nebraska Experience, Lee Ronald, William Seiler

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article reflects on the vulnerabilities and strengths of communication departments at the University of Nebraska. The relatively small size of communication departments makes them especially vulnerable to administrative budget cutters. For a complex set of reasons, particular disciplines have become defining elements of universities in the U.S. Unfortunately, communication departments have not achieved such status. The professional organizations need to do more than offer the occasional workshop, they ought to make a concerted effort to help communications departments maximize the discipline's opportunity and make the field of communication valuable to students and become ever more essential to the university.

From Paper To Praxis: Advancing The Discipline In A Small College Environment, Alfred G. Mueller Ii, Delmas S. Crisp Jr.

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article proposes the advancement of communications discipline at a small college in Georgia. In the small liberal arts college, one tends to find many faculty members who have had little or no experience with departments of communication. It is also plausible that some approaches to the study of communication may be deemed unsuitable in a small liberal arts setting. To meet the demands of the millennial technological environment, the dean of the college decided to reexamine the communication major in terms of its scope and function on campus. The proposals for the advancement of the discipline are discussed herein.

Fund-Raising As A Persuasive Act, Robert C. Jeffrey

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

Presents an article about a fund-raising strategy implemented by a dean of the College of Communication at the University of Texas in Austin. Application of the Aristotelian principles in fund raising; Processes involved in fund raising; Factors relevant to selecting prospective donors.

Grading Policy And Student Retention, Ralph R. Behnke, Chris R. Sawyer, Paul E. King

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article discuses two policies that work at cross purposes to one another which university administrators and faculty works collaboratively with. Schools are actively resisting grade inflation trends while at the same time seeking to retain students. The article describes the borderline student, a category of at risk student often overlooked, yet numerous. It is found that academic performance was the highest ranked risk factor, accounting for approximately 20% of the variance, while behavior and coping skills was a distant second, accounting for only 6% of the risk factor variance. Borderline students can be efficiently rescued with modest outlays of …

Award Winning Communication Programs: Centrality Or Confusion?, Mary E. Beadle, Jacqueline J. Schmidt

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article analyzes award winning communication programs. The winners of the Small College Interest Group's Programs of Excellence Award provide directions for achieving centrality and the goals outlined by the National Communication Association Task Force on Advancing the Discipline. They have similar names, degrees and locations within their institutions and they favor a holistic department and curricula that are interdisciplinary with strong department anchors. Most have assessment programs in place to maintain this quality. In most cases, they have identified themselves with the mission of their institution through courses and goals. These programs can provide some guidelines for departments in …

Proactively And In The Heat Of The Moment: Administrative Advice For Communication Instructors To Help Students Cope With Crisis, Jennifer H. Waldeck

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article provides advice on helping students cope with crisis. The first section discusses communication research that is pertinent to helping students be prepared proactively to deal with relationship crises. Second, it focuses on strategies that teachers of interpersonal communication survey courses may use to deal with students who are already victims of these situations, and as a result, may be emotionally troubled, abusing drugs or alcohol, or have suicidal feelings. Although communication faculty often are perceived to be immediate and thus approached by troubled students, most are rarely qualified to dispense or perform counseling duties. Recommendations are made in …

An Investigation Of Audience Receptiveness To Non-Native Teaching Assistants, Eunkyong Lee Yook

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article examines the reliance of U.S. campuses on international teaching assistants (ITA) for staffing undergraduate course and the strategies that may affect ratings of their speaking competence. This increasing reliance has led to student complaints about incomprehensibility of ITA. This problem has been examined by looking through the eyes of the students, administrators and taxpayers. Therefore, the responsibility had been placed on the ITA, whose burden it was to learn the language and culture more fully. The goal of having ITA learn the language and culture better was eclipsing another important issue that needs consideration, the issue of teaching …

Graduate Program Assessment Of Student Satisfaction: A Method For Merging University And Department Outcomes, Jeremy H. Lipschultz, Michael L. Hilt

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article evaluates a communication graduate program based upon the perceptions of alumni satisfaction. The department's assessment plan was utilized to measure their perceived knowledge of theory and research, as well as feelings about career preparation. The results indicate that assessment measures related to content taught may be linked to perceptions about quality, flexibility and facilities in a graduate program. Educational outcomes will continue to be an important issue for communication educators. It is critical that assessment data be collected, interpreted and used to revise curriculum in order to be responsive to needs. By doing this, communication programs will be …

Lecturers, Instructors, And Part-Timers: The Person V. The Position, James W. Sayer

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

Presents an analysis, based on a personal experience as department chair, on issues surrounding the employment of non-tenure-line faculty, lecturers, instructors and adjuncts, and the difference between the person filling the position and the position itself. Thesis on the difference between the position and the person filling the position; Terms of employment; Conclusion.

John Carroll's Department Of Communication: Growth At A Small University, Jacqueline J. Schmidt

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

This article examines the Department of Communications at John Carroll University between 1984 and 1999. John Carroll is an independent, Catholic, coeducational university founded in 1886 by the Society of Jesus. It is located in University Heights, a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. The Department of Communications is located in the Humanities division of the College of Arts and Sciences. Essential for the growth of the department has been a clear holistic philosophy that have been implemented in hiring, budget, curriculum and co-curricular decisions.

Building Excellence In Communication Studies: Illinois Speech Communication 1975-1995 As Exemplar, Delia G. Jesse

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

Comments on the establishment of departmental excellence at the Speech Communication Department of the University of Illinois from 1975 to 1995. Application of the concept of constructivism in department administration; Context of program creation at the department; Principles that guided program-building.

Establishing The Department's Credibility With Central Administration, John J. Makay

Journal of the Association for Communication Administration

Presents an article about how the Department of Interpersonal Communication at Bowling Green State University in Ohio established its credibility. Principles applied in administering the department; Importance of promoting a department's image; Skills and attitude relevant to department chairperson.

University Reporter - Vol. 03, No. 05 - January 1999, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

University Reporter - Vol. 03, No. 05 - January 1999 - Calendar, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 28, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Karen, Mattias. Fraternity Houses May Ban Alcohol
• Clark, Ryan. Cigarette Use on Rise
• Harper, Molly. Gift Means Vision Alive & Well – Gordon Ford College of Business
• Goddard, Holly. Student Government Association Passes Legislation
• Hall, Jason. Suicide Hotline Opening
• Wilson, Misty. Area Code Changing in April
• Harrison, Christy. Drunken Driving High During Holiday Season
• From Santa’s Little Helpers
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: WKU Christmas Gifts
• Leffler, Matthew. Letter Prejudged Lambdas – Evangelist, Gays
• Waggoner, Brandon. Kappa Alpha Questions Student Government Association’s Motives
• Ramge, Jim. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 27, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Harper, Molly. Gift to Transform Business College – Gordon Ford
• Harper, Molly. Ray Mendel Resigns as Regent
• Scibelli, Rick. How Great Thou Art – Kim Frusher, Nursing Homes
• Wilson, Misty & Kristina Goetz. Jody Wick Released from Jail – Arson
• Goddard, Holly. Some Student Government Association Members Upset After Group Votes Down Aid to Fraternity – Kappa Alpha
• Housing Fee Ridiculous
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon: WKU Milking Money Cow
• Sheldon, Kathleen. College Heights Herald House Ads Offensive
• McConathy, Katie. Student Government Association Abandoned Kappa Alphas …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 26, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Goddard, Holly. Student Fees Could See Annual Increase
• Wilson, Misty. Ruins of Kappa Alpha House Removed
• Wilson, Misty. Exploring Potential – Explorers, Bowling Green Police
• Harper, Molly. Regents Hold Closed Meeting
• Sisco, Scott. Athlete Alcohol Policies Under Review
• Free Speech - Evangelists
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Thanksgiving with Darth Vader & Big Red
• Wasting Time – Regents
• Brown, James. Traffic Tickets Don’t Solve Problem
• Wilder, Bill, et al. Wilder Family Thanks Western for Love, Caring – Jason Wilder
• Holloway, Todd. Crowd’s Treatment of Preacher …

University Reporter - Vol. 03, No. 04 - December 1998 - Calendar Of Events, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

University Reporter - Vol. 03, No. 04 - December 1998, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1996-2009, University Reporter

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 25, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Wilson, Misty. Jody Wick to Remain in Jail Over Holidays – Kappa Alpha
• Grigsby, Karen. Students Feed Local Economy
• Mayo, Travis. Loss Kills Playoff Hopes – Football
• Karen, Mattias. Proposal to Help Staff Keep Fit – Preston Health & Activities Center
• Karen, Mattias. Gas Leak on Normal Street
• Karen, Mattias. Fellowships Available for Future Teachers
• Karen, Mattias. Kentucky Teen Pageant Held In March
• Students Need Scholarships
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Evangelists
• Buchar, Jessica. Group Apologizes to Speaker – Delta Sigma Pi, Joseph Cangemi
• Larkin, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Goetz, Kristina & Misty Wilson – Kappa Alpha Arrested for Arson – Jody Wick
• Goetz, Kristina. Fraternity Members Sift Through Memories – Kappa Alpha
• Harper, Molly. Preacher Assaulted, Then Kicked Off Campus – Jed Smock
• Paul Patton Sweeps Students Aside
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Paul Patton
• Hieb, Dan. Media Fall Prey to Feel-good Months – Black History Month
• Harrison, Christy. Professor’s Web Page Shares Chinese Culture – Haiwang Yuan
• Copass, Adam. Abraham Lincoln Sculpture on Display
• Hutchins, Chris. Reader E-mail Feedback a Real Boost …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Fire Guts Kappa Alpha House
• Goetz, Kristina. Liver Recipient Relishing Chance at Life – Jim Marcotte
• Sutton, Lyndsay. Graduation Delay Equals Financial Turmoil
• Normal Crosswalk Bad Idea
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Normal Crosswalk
• Wilkins, David. Student Government Association Self-Serving, Ignoring Debate
• E., Justin. Editorial Cartoon re: World Wrestling Federation Political Candidates
• Back, Shannon. Taking Out the Garbage – Recycling
• Goddard, Holly. Anne Lewis Explores Appalachian Life
• Goddard, Holly. Lengthy Debates Blamed for Student Government Association Dropouts
• Lucas, Fred. Stacey Coy Remembered Through Scholarship
• Parking …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Goddard, Holly. Crossing on Normal Proposed
• Karen, Mattias. Recycling Plan Falling Flat So Far
• Batcheldor, Matt. Filmmaker Looks at Appalachian Poor – Anne Lewis
• Harrison, Christy. Phonathon Going On Until Dec. 10
• Goddard, Holly. Heartwalk Raises $26,000 for American Heart Association
• Goddard, Holly. Kappa Delta Sorority Nationally Recognized
• Harper, Molly. Western Striving for Better Minority Policy
• Chapman, Ward. Students Should Protest for Change in Parking
• Kirby, J.T. Student Voices Needed on Parking Concerns
• Miller, Amy. Western Slow to React to University Boulevard Problem
• Stinson, Sam. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 20 [21], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Lynn, Kelley. Hundreds Gather to Support Friend – Maureen Decker
• Lynn, Kelley. Nappy Roots Signs Major Record Deal with Atlantic
• Harper, Molly. Fire Plan Will Cost Students – Housing & Residence Life
• Wilson, Misty. Two Students Arrested at Plaza Hotel – Mario Strayhorn, Tyrone Grinstead
• Rowdy Shuttle Riders Should Get Off the Bus
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Big Red Shuttle Riders
• Darr, John. Alcohol on Campus: Personal Choice, Not a Religious Issue
• Stamper, John. Giveaway Tables Lead to Credit Card Debt
• Goddard, Holly. Student …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 19 [20], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Goetz, Kristina. Sigma Phi Epsilon: Many Asking Why? – Jason Wilder
• Englert, Jennifer. Just Say No? – Alcohol
• Lucas, Fred. Republicans Rule in Warren County
• Goddard, Holly. No Alcohol at WKU – Warren Association of Baptists
• University Boulevard Problem in Time Warp
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: University Boulevard Plan
• Lucas, Fred. Low Turnout Not So Bad for Democracy
• Wilkins, Erin. Donna Blackburn Only Woman Vying for Faculty Regent Position
• Batcheldor, Matt. Indian Students Observe Holiday – Diwali
• Magarin, Sharyn. Goodwill Hunting – Consignment Shops …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 73 [74], No. 19, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Harper, Molly. Dorm Fees Could Jump $100
• Wilson, Misty. Man Accused of Campus Kidnapping – Keith Fant
• Wilson, Misty. Sigma Phi Epsilon Member Dies in Highway Accident – Jason Wilder
• Karen, Mattias. University Not Liable in Crosswalk Suit - Mekisha Page
• Karen, Mattias. Resident Assistants Face Dramatic Changes in Benefits
• Wilson, Misty. New Rules Drafted for Shuttle Riders
• Dorm Burden: Why Pays?
• Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon re: Students Charged for Dorm Sprinklers
• Wood, Rhonda. Western Students Should Show Spirit
• Patterson, Elaine. Columnist Insults Students – …

Ua11/1 On Campus, Vol. 8, No. 9, 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

This issue includes articles:

• Mixing Manpower & Mind Power Pays Off - George Vourvopoulos
• Business College Receives $2.6 Million Gift
• Faculty Award of Excellence Winners - Nancy Baird, Robert Holman, Karen Westbrooks
• University & Community Address Safety
• Western's Public Radio Service Completes Successful Membership Campaign
• Wheat First Union Establishes Scholarships
• College Heights Herald Wins Journalism Award
• Program Receives Barry Bingham Award
• Women's Club Gives to College Heights Foundation
• Smoke: A Student's Nightmare - …