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Careers In Corrections: Perceptions From The Inside, Kelsey A. Kanoff
Careers In Corrections: Perceptions From The Inside, Kelsey A. Kanoff
Honors Projects
Examines the perceptions of correctional officers on recruitment, retention, and promotion processes within the Rhode island Department of Corrections. Studies the extent to which gender, and to a lesser extent, race, impact officers at all three stages of their careers.
Research On The Effectiveness Of The Rhode Island Adult Drug Court, Stephen T. Burke
Research On The Effectiveness Of The Rhode Island Adult Drug Court, Stephen T. Burke
Honors Projects
Investigates the effectiveness of the Rhode Island Adult Drug Court Program (RIADC) by examining the impact of the treatment modalities offered by the Drug Court on paticipants' likelihood of graduating successfully from the Program. Uses data on the seventy-one participants in the Program during the 2005/6 Court cycle, and describes the results in detail.
How To Make After School Programs Work: A Study Of Successful After School Programs In Five States, Caitlin Laboissonniere
How To Make After School Programs Work: A Study Of Successful After School Programs In Five States, Caitlin Laboissonniere
Honors Projects
Explores the factors that make a high school after school program successful. Eight programs from five states participated by completing a voluntary survey. Half of the programs are categorized as being a success, with results indicating that the types of activities offered to teens is the most important aspect in ensuring a successful after school program.