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Bonds Parallels The Black Sox, Richard C. Crepeau Nov 2007

Bonds Parallels The Black Sox, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

There are times when it seems as if those people who live and work in and around baseball have developed flagellation into a high art form. The reaction to the indictment of Barry Bonds has been an interesting combination of glee mixed with lamentation. There is even a slight note of shock expressed over these developments. In many ways, it reminds me of the hypocritical and overblown reaction to the Black Sox Scandal of 1919 following the indictment of the eight players accused of fixing the World Series.


Rethinking The Definition Of Police Crime: The Relationship Of Sex, Drugs, Violence And/Or Greed To Virtually All Police Crime, Philip M. Stinson Nov 2007

Rethinking The Definition Of Police Crime: The Relationship Of Sex, Drugs, Violence And/Or Greed To Virtually All Police Crime, Philip M. Stinson

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.


Topscholar™ Revised Brochure, Cindy Troutman, Connie Foster Nov 2007

Topscholar™ Revised Brochure, Cindy Troutman, Connie Foster

TopSCHOLAR® Presentations and Reports

A revised brochure that gives basic points, contacts, and guidelines for TopSCHOLAR™, the research and creative activity database of Western Kentucky University, launched May 1, 2007.


Ua3/9/5 Skyteach Announcement, Wku President's Office Nov 2007

Ua3/9/5 Skyteach Announcement, Wku President's Office

WKU Administration Documents

Program and remarks used by WKU president Gary Ransdell's announcement of WKU's participation in the UTeach national initiative.


Central Florida Future, Vol. 39 No. 139, November 16, 2007 Nov 2007

Central Florida Future, Vol. 39 No. 139, November 16, 2007

Central Florida Future

Puppy power; UCF OKs tuition hike; Some bikes sell for just $5 at annual auction; Theta Chi BBQ honors brother.


Lacuny Executive Council Meeting Minutes, November 2007, Lacuny Nov 2007

Lacuny Executive Council Meeting Minutes, November 2007, Lacuny

Meeting Minutes

No abstract provided.


Study Habits Of Postgraduate Students In Selected Nigerian Universities, Stella E. Igun, Oghenevwogaga Benson Adogbeji Nov 2007

Study Habits Of Postgraduate Students In Selected Nigerian Universities, Stella E. Igun, Oghenevwogaga Benson Adogbeji

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper discusses study and reading habits of postgraduate students in selected Nigerian universities. Two hundred questionnaires were sent to five Nigerian universities. A total of 156 (78%) were returned. Students were asked about time and duration of study, learning styles and methods, materials used, and motivation. The results showed that the students did not see the library as a primary place to study. Students' purposes for study include personal knowledge and skills, and examination preparation.


Lanthorn, Vol. 42, No. 25, November 15, 2007, Grand Valley State University Nov 2007

Lanthorn, Vol. 42, No. 25, November 15, 2007, Grand Valley State University

Volume 42, July 12, 2007 - June 12, 2008

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.


E-E-E-E-Asy Does It, Mark Y. Herring Nov 2007

E-E-E-E-Asy Does It, Mark Y. Herring

Dacus Library Faculty Publications

Is it just my e-magination, or are we in an e-lust for e-books? E-verywhere I look, now, I seem to e-ncounter something about eBooks. I have been ebombarded recently with a glut of eBook offers.


Spartan Daily, November 15, 2007, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Nov 2007

Spartan Daily, November 15, 2007, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 129, Issue 44


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs Nov 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Citizen And Officer Perceptions Of Community Policing In Ghana: Policing Of, By, And For The People, Or Just To The People?, Angela West Crews, Gordon A. Crews Nov 2007

Citizen And Officer Perceptions Of Community Policing In Ghana: Policing Of, By, And For The People, Or Just To The People?, Angela West Crews, Gordon A. Crews

Criminal Justice Faculty Research

This presentation presents initial results of an evaluation of citizen and officer perceptions of policing in Ghana. The Ghana Police Service (GPS) is attempting to transition from a para-militaristic philosophy to a more community-centered approach, developing a domestic violence unit in the past decade and, more recently, a community policing unit. Community policing philosophies, however, face unique challenges in Ghanaian society, such as a deep-rooted (and historically well-founded) mistrust of the police, and a culture with a well-established and trusted “traditional” system wherein matters are settled within communities and impacted by religion, spirituality, and mysticism. This project used official reported …


Women Of Talent: Gender And Government Appointments In Massachusetts, 2002–2007, Carol Hardy-Fanta, Kacie Kelly Nov 2007

Women Of Talent: Gender And Government Appointments In Massachusetts, 2002–2007, Carol Hardy-Fanta, Kacie Kelly

Publications from the Center for Women in Politics and Public Policy

Despite the high educational and occupational attainment—and considerable talent—of women in Massachusetts, the state ranks just 22nd in the nation on women's overall share of top executive, legislative, and judicial posts, compared to their share of the population. The goals of this study were to (1) calculate the percentage of women holding senior-level positions in state government at these four points in time; (2) analyze the distribution of appointments by type of position and executive office; (3) provide possible explanations for the status of women’s representation in these positions; and (4) offer recommendations that will serve to promote the appointment …


The Antelope, University Of Nebraska At Kearney Nov 2007

The Antelope, University Of Nebraska At Kearney

The Antelope

No abstract provided.


The Automated Retrieval System: Inexpensive And Efficient Library Storage, W. Bede Mitchell Nov 2007

The Automated Retrieval System: Inexpensive And Efficient Library Storage, W. Bede Mitchell

University Libraries: Faculty Presentations

Powerpoint presentation featuring photographs of an automated retrieval system utilized in the Zach S. Henderson Library in Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Georgia.


The Cowl - V. 72 - N. 11 - Nov 15, 2007 Nov 2007

The Cowl - V. 72 - N. 11 - Nov 15, 2007

The Cowl

The Cowl - student newspaper of Providence College. Volume 72 - Number 11 - November 15, 2007. 28 pages.


Citizen And Officer Perceptions Of Community Policing In Ghana: Policing Of, By, And For The People, Or Just To The People?, Angela West Crews, Gordon A. Crews Nov 2007

Citizen And Officer Perceptions Of Community Policing In Ghana: Policing Of, By, And For The People, Or Just To The People?, Angela West Crews, Gordon A. Crews

Criminal Justice Faculty Publications

This presentation presents initial results of an evaluation of citizen and officer perceptions of policing in Ghana. The Ghana Police Service (GPS) is attempting to transition from a para-militaristic philosophy to a more community-centered approach, developing a domestic violence unit in the past decade and, more recently, a community policing unit. Community policing philosophies, however, face unique challenges in Ghanaian society, such as a deep-rooted (and historically well-founded) mistrust of the police, and a culture with a well-established and trusted “traditional” system wherein matters are settled within communities and impacted by religion, spirituality, and mysticism. This project used official reported …


Spartan Daily, November 14, 2007, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Nov 2007

Spartan Daily, November 14, 2007, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 129, Issue 43


The Anchor, Volume 121.10: November 14, 2007, Hope College Nov 2007

The Anchor, Volume 121.10: November 14, 2007, Hope College

The Anchor: 2007

The Anchor began in 1887 and was first issued weekly in 1914. Covering national and campus news alike, Hope College’s student-run newspaper has grown over the years to encompass over two-dozen editors, reporters, and staff. For much of The Anchor's history, the latest issue was distributed across campus each Wednesday throughout the academic school year (with few exceptions). In recent years The Anchor moved to monthly print issues and a more frequently updated website. The Anchor is now published in print twice per academic semester. Occasionally, the volume and/or issue numbering is irregular.


The Roulette Wheel Is Spinning On A U.S.-Iran War, Erika Simpson Nov 2007

The Roulette Wheel Is Spinning On A U.S.-Iran War, Erika Simpson

Political Science Publications

No abstract provided.


The Roulette Wheel Is Spinning On A U.S.-Iran War, Erika Simpson Nov 2007

The Roulette Wheel Is Spinning On A U.S.-Iran War, Erika Simpson

Political Science Publications

This article examines the escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, focusing on the potential for military conflict. The author, Erika Simpson, explores the geopolitical dynamics and the statements from key political figures that suggest an increasing likelihood of war. President George W. Bush's remarks about preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, coupled with similar sentiments from other U.S. political leaders, highlight the aggressive stance of the U.S. administration. The article also considers the international response, particularly from Russia, which opposes any military action against Iran. With both nations holding substantial nuclear arsenals on high alert, the risks of …


The Rattler (Volume 95, Issue 5, Edition 1), St. Mary's University Nov 2007

The Rattler (Volume 95, Issue 5, Edition 1), St. Mary's University

The Rattler (Previous issues)

Founded in 1919, The Rattler is the student voice of St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. The newspaper documents campus life, academic and social issues, student opinion, and local and national events as they relate to the University community. Content typically includes news articles, editorial commentary, arts and culture coverage, sports reporting, and advertisements.


Leveraging Semantic Web Techniques To Gain Situational Awareness, Amit P. Sheth Nov 2007

Leveraging Semantic Web Techniques To Gain Situational Awareness, Amit P. Sheth

Kno.e.sis Publications

No abstract provided.


Understanding Ethanol Plant Economics: Will Boom Turn Bust?, David J. Peters Nov 2007

Understanding Ethanol Plant Economics: Will Boom Turn Bust?, David J. Peters

Cornhusker Economics

Nebraska, along with several other Midwestern states, is in the middle of an ethanol boom. In the past few years a combination of high oil prices, cheap corn and favorable government policy have driven expansion of the industry. In turn, this has generated an unprecedented amount of industrial investment in many rural communities. However, local governments and economic developers have little information regarding the long-term economic viability of these plants. This information gap limits the ability of local governments to make informed public policy decisions about ethanol plants in their community, especially in terms of local tax incentives and abatements.


Central Florida Future, Vol. 39 No. 138, November 14, 2007 Nov 2007

Central Florida Future, Vol. 39 No. 138, November 14, 2007

Central Florida Future

Nader wants to go green; Food for the student soul; Knights question senators; Group rocks out for the homeless.


Top 10 Stories You Probably Missed: Respect Brings Out The Best In Kids And Parents, Douglas E. Abrams Nov 2007

Top 10 Stories You Probably Missed: Respect Brings Out The Best In Kids And Parents, Douglas E. Abrams

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.


Evaluating The Use Of University Libraries In Nigeria: A Case Study Of Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike, Akobundu Dike Ugah Nov 2007

Evaluating The Use Of University Libraries In Nigeria: A Case Study Of Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike, Akobundu Dike Ugah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study evaluated the use of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Library, Umudike, Nigeria. The population of the study comprised 1,000 library registered users. A random sample of 200 was selected and administered a questionnaire. There were 154 usable responses. Result showed that a total of 130 (84.5%) used the library on daily basis, 50 (32.5%) came to read library books, and 42 (27.3%) to consult reference materials. Textbooks were the most used reading material and were located by direct approach to the shelves. Assistance was needed in locating reference materials and staff cooperation was rated good by 84 (54.5%).


Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association Nov 2007

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding banquet, retreats, Dynamic Leadership Institute and legislation.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs Nov 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Open Science & Scientific Publishing: Open Access And The Progress Of Science, Anna K. Gold Nov 2007

Open Science & Scientific Publishing: Open Access And The Progress Of Science, Anna K. Gold

Robert E. Kennedy Library

No abstract provided.