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Full-Text Articles in Social and Behavioral Sciences
In Spite Of Adversity, Woman Still Works To 'Mend The Sacred Hoop', Virginia Sand
In Spite Of Adversity, Woman Still Works To 'Mend The Sacred Hoop', Virginia Sand
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Editorial from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding the dedication of the Martin Luther King plaza and the experiences of the author following a sexual assault and her thoughts on racism.
Dream Of Mlk, Jr. 'Alive And Well' At New Umaine Plaza, Laila Sholtz-Ames
Dream Of Mlk, Jr. 'Alive And Well' At New Umaine Plaza, Laila Sholtz-Ames
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus by Lalia Sholtz-Ames, the former president of the Black Students Association, regarding the Martin Luther King, Jr. monument erected in a new plaza at the University of Maine.
Pine Tree Notes (November-December 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Pine Tree Notes (November-December 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
The University Of Maine News Article On "Umaine Plaza To Honor Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King", University Of Maine
The University Of Maine News Article On "Umaine Plaza To Honor Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King", University Of Maine
University of Maine Racial Justice Collection
This University of Maine News article on the "UMaine Plaza to Honor Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King," posted on October 29, 2008, includes the grand opening of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King Memorial Plaza. The Plaza is located next to the Memorial Union on the university campus. The article includes a statement from Robert Dana, UMaine's dean of students.
News From Mabel (Fall 2008), Mabel Wadworth Health Center Staff
News From Mabel (Fall 2008), Mabel Wadworth Health Center Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
New Hope For Women Newsletter (Fall 2008), New Hope For Women Staff
New Hope For Women Newsletter (Fall 2008), New Hope For Women Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
Pine Tree Notes (Septemer-October 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Pine Tree Notes (Septemer-October 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
Silverwire Newsletter, Lenard W. Kaye
Silverwire Newsletter, Lenard W. Kaye
Maine Center on Aging Education and Training
The Silverwire Newsletter is a triannual publication that highlights the work of the UMaine Center on Aging. The topics covered in this edition of the Silverwire Newsletter include prescription medication disposal in Maine, rural kinship service research, and HIV/AIDS in the older adult population.
New Hope For Women Newsletter (Spring 2008), New Hope For Women Staff
New Hope For Women Newsletter (Spring 2008), New Hope For Women Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
Pine Tree Notes (March-April 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Pine Tree Notes (March-April 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
Black History Month In America's Palest State, Rhiannon Sawtelle
Black History Month In America's Palest State, Rhiannon Sawtelle
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus on Black History Month celebrations.
The University Of Maine News Article On "Women In The Curriculum, Women's Studies Program Announce Spring 2008 Lunch Series", University Of Maine
The University Of Maine News Article On "Women In The Curriculum, Women's Studies Program Announce Spring 2008 Lunch Series", University Of Maine
University of Maine Racial Justice Collection
This University of Maine News article on "Women in the Curriculum, Women's Studies Program Announce Spring 2008 Lunch Series," posted January 31, 2008, includes the topics and speakers featured in the Lunch Series and the dates of each. One of the topics being "Women of Color: The UMaine Experience," co-sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Programs.
Silverwire Newsletter, Lenard W. Kaye
Silverwire Newsletter, Lenard W. Kaye
Maine Center on Aging Education and Training
The Silverwire Newsletter is a triannual publication that highlights the work of the UMaine Center on Aging. The topics covered in this edition of the Silverwire Newsletter include the HIV/AIDS colloquium, aging and hearing loss, and topics surrounding prescription medication safety for older adults.
Pine Tree Notes (Jan-Feb 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Pine Tree Notes (Jan-Feb 2008), General Federation Of Women's Clubs - Maine Chapter Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
No abstract provided.
Aging And Safety: Tips And Resources For Older Adults - National Edition, Maine Partners For Elder Protection, University Of Maine Center On Aging
Aging And Safety: Tips And Resources For Older Adults - National Edition, Maine Partners For Elder Protection, University Of Maine Center On Aging
Maine Center on Aging Service and Consultation
This booklet was developed to provide information for older adults in order to assist in maintenance of safety and independence. It includes tips to be safe when shopping online, how to avoid telephone scams, how to avoid identity theft, and how to be safe at night and at home. Coming up with a safety plan is crucial, and can be accomplished through these tips and having phone numbers on hand to call in case one needs help.
Aging And Safety: Tips And Resources For Older Adults - Maine Edition, Maine Partners For Elder Protection, J. Crittenden, L. Ruffin
Aging And Safety: Tips And Resources For Older Adults - Maine Edition, Maine Partners For Elder Protection, J. Crittenden, L. Ruffin
Maine Center on Aging Service and Consultation
This booklet was developed to provide information for older adults in order to assist in maintenance of safety and independence. It includes tips to be safe when shopping online, how to avoid telephone scams, how to avoid identity theft, and how to be safe at night and at home. Coming up with a safety plan is crucial, and can be accomplished through these tips and having phone numbers on hand to call in case one needs help.
High School Achievement In Maine: Where You Come From Matters More Than School Size And Expenditures, Fern Desjardins, Gordon A. Donaldson Jr.
High School Achievement In Maine: Where You Come From Matters More Than School Size And Expenditures, Fern Desjardins, Gordon A. Donaldson Jr.
Maine Policy Review
Fern Desjardins and Gordon Donaldson report on their research examining the relationship between academic achievement in Maine’s public high schools and school size, per-pupil operating costs, and socioeconomic status. Using aggregated Maine Educational Assessment (MEA) scores, their study confirmed previous research that socioeconomic status (using both family and community measures) is the most important factor associated with achievement, while school size is not a critical factor. Additionally, the authors found that per-pupil operating costs are higher in the state’s largest and smallest high schools. The authors suggest that the creation of larger districts and larger schools, as supported by recent …
Planners And Climate Change Action: An Approach For Communities, Samuel B. Merrill, Robert M. Sanford, Mark B. Lapping
Planners And Climate Change Action: An Approach For Communities, Samuel B. Merrill, Robert M. Sanford, Mark B. Lapping
Maine Policy Review
The authors discuss the role of planners in helping local communities prepare for the near-term effects of climate change, especially the impact of rising sea levels and increased storm severity.
Finding Grace And Hope In Community, Martha Kirkpatrick
Finding Grace And Hope In Community, Martha Kirkpatrick
Maine Policy Review
Martha Kirkpatrick urges readers to focus on sense of community in facing the challenges of scarce energy and fuel sources, unstable prices, and the increasing environmental havoc brought about by human activity. She reminds readers that Mainers are resilient and resourceful, and that a strong sense of community remains in many places that should be nurtured and supported by state government.