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The Guardian, April 5, 1989, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

Eight page issue of The Guardian, the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. The Guardian has been published regularly since March of 1965.

Communiqué, April 4, 1989, Lindenwood College

Communiqué

The Communiqué was the faculty/staff newsletter for Lindenwood University/College from 1982 to 2016.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 64, No. 48, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Tsimekles, Diane. Presidential Hopeful Field to be Shaved by Two Today – Student Government Association
• Wall, Dresden. Oozeball
• Eline, Sidney. State Will Inspect Fire Code Violations in Diddle Arena
• Carter, Darla. Lightning Causes Power Outage
• Drug Awareness Week Activities Continue
• Garrett, Angela. Faculty Senate Calls for Athletic Changes
• It’s Not Too Late to Cast Ballot in Associated Student Government Primary
• Chattin, John. Editorial Cartoon Big Red Voting
• Chester, Kathleen. Experience Counts – Amos Gott
• Cruise, Christy. Elect Shannon Ragland
• Viergutz, Linda. Got to Vote Gott …

Central Florida Future, Vol. 21 No. 54, April 4, 1989

Central Florida Future

BOR tuition hike still set at 15%; Student union site draws band protest; Adult mag resolution dies (photo of male looking at issue of Playboy); New student union site; Nitzschke addresses students; SPORTS: The UCF baseball team split its games with nationally ranked Florida and South Florida.

Spartan Daily, April 4, 1989, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 92, Issue 41

The Guardian, April 4, 1989, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

Four page issue of The Guardian, the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. The Guardian has been published regularly since March of 1965.

Exploratory Study: Preparation By Japanese Parents In The U.S. For Their Children's Reentry To Japan From An Intercultural Communication Perspective, Noriko Nakagawa

Dissertations and Theses

The purpose of this thesis was to discover whether or not the Japanese parents who are temporarily staying in the U.S. with their children are anticipating the possibility of psychological and communicative problems their children may face as returnees, and to what extent the Japanese parents discuss these potential problems with their husbands and/or with their children. The question also asked whether or not the Japanese parents are doing anything to prepare themselves and/or their children to cope with the potential problems which their children may face as returnees.

Spartan Daily, April 3, 1989, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 92, Issue 40

News & Views - Vol. 07, No. 08 -April 3, 1989, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Center Scan: April 1989, St. Cloud Hospital

Center Scan

Celebrity event benefits NICU

Research project heats up in post anesthesia care unit

Innovative A & C program sets Recovery Plus goals

Parents get gift baskets, courtesy of nutrition services

Coffee Shop duo serve joy, warmth at holiday time

Agreement, rooms, ease guests' stay

Volunteer programs win awards

History of respiratory care shows increase in duties

SCH seal of approval dependent on June JCAHO visit

Study puts TSCH 's economic impact close to $100 million

Cardiac update

A State Of The Art On Print Advertisements Versus Commercials : How Consumers' Brand Loyalty Affects Advertisement Recall, Dele Adebamiji

Electronic Dissertations and Theses

This thesis is a compilation of facts concerning a state of the art on print advertisements versus commercials and advertently how consumers' brand loyalty affects advertisement recall. The data presented herein is based on personal experience, library research, observation, experiment and intensive readings of similar works. Advertising's history dates back to hundreds of years ago when people (criers) publicized their wares by shouting what they hawk or sell. With time, advertising has come to be something of a major vehicle for corporate growth and diversification. It seems to have become practically indispensable to our economy and society. Among others, one …

New Expression: April 1989 (Volume 13, Issue 4), Columbia College Chicago

New Expression

April 1989, Volume 13, Issue 4, edition of New Expression, a news publication researched, contributed, written, and edited by Chicago high school journalists

Beacon Light: Spring 1989, St. Cloud Hospital

Beacon Light

Group Helps Women Establish Identity, Enhance Self-Esteem

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Expanding Services

Procedure Helps in Diagnoses of Pancreas, Gallbladder Problems

Oxygen Therapy Speeds Healing Process on Open Sores

Ua12/2/4 Xi Psi Cry, Alpha Phi Omega

Student Organizations

January and February newsletters created by Alpha Phi Omega fraternity.

Ua12/2/10 Kappa Delta Konnection, Kappa Delta

Student Organizations

Calendar / newsletter created by and about Kappa Delta sorority in 1989.

Ua11/1 On Campus, Wku Public Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. This issue includes installation program for Thomas Meredith as well as campus news. It is housed in UA3/8/10.

Cornerstone For Growth: How Minorities Are Vital To The Future Of Newspapers, Ted Pease

Journalism and Communication Faculty Publications

A comprehensive newspaper industry report on minority demographics recommends that American newspapers turn to minority readers, employees and advertisers to improve readership rates and stimulate stagnant circulation growth.

Volume 17, Number 6, Post Amerikan

The Post Amerikan (1972-2004)

Dangerous Liaisons Review, Post Amerikan's Good Feminist Primer, Iowa Meat Packer Framed by Packing Plant, Shopping for a Better World, Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Surrealism, More Revelations About Gannett News Chain, Bizzare [sic] Gyration, DXL Comic, Play the Post Amerikan Game, The Dread Scott Game and the Horrors of the VFW, Community News, Sex Respect, The High School Counselors' Project, IGLTF Applauds Dixon, Guatemalan Agricultural Works Strike, Uppers and Downers

Kerner Plus 20: Minority News Coverage In The Columbus Dispatch – Acomparative Content Study, Ted Pease

Journalism and Communication Faculty Publications

An examination of news content about minorities in the Columbus Dispatch finds little change in amount of coverage between 1965 - three years before the Kerner Commission Report - and 1987 but some improvement in the kind and tone of minority coverage.

The Wright Stater, Spring 1989, Wright State University

The Wright Stater

Eleven page issue of the Wright Stater, which was published periodically from 1968-1990. The Wright Stater often covered events on campus, news about alumni, and more.

Minutes Of The Aca Membership Meeting November 3, 1988 New Orleans, La.

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Minutes of the annual meeting of the Association for Communication Administration (ACA)'s Executive Committee, held in November 1988 New Orleans, Louisiana.

Configuration Issues For Departments Of The 1990'S: Four Views, Barbara Wood

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article summarizes perspectives from four speech communication department chairs on the challenges and strategies for academic units entering the 1990s. Topics include demonstrating departmental value within universities, maintaining theoretical rigor while addressing increasing enrollments, adapting to diverse student populations, and managing faculty resources. Additional concerns involve enhancing departmental image, inclusive governance, affirmative action efforts, and proactive student recruitment. One contributor argues that beyond administrative adjustments, the discipline must confront transformative changes in communication technology as central to its future. Collectively, these viewpoints highlight both recurring administrative issues and deeper disciplinary shifts that will shape communication departments in the coming …

University Strategic Planning: Implications For Department Decision-Making, Claudia L. Hale

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines how university strategic planning influences departmental decision-making and long-term viability. It argues that departments must regularly engage in self-assessment rather than waiting for externally imposed reviews. Drawing on the case of Iowa State University’s downsizing and planning efforts, the discussion highlights three key criteria that guide administrative evaluations: necessity, distinctiveness, and quality. The analysis explores how departments can articulate their value to the university, differentiate their programs internally and externally, and demonstrate academic excellence beyond quantitative metrics. The piece calls for proactive planning that addresses organizational challenges and positions departments to thrive amid shifting institutional priorities and …

The Department Chair In The 1990s: Confessions, Concerns Convictions, Edward J. Pappas

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the evolving role of the academic department chair in the face of challenges anticipated for the 1990s. It emphasizes the complexity of balancing the needs of three constituencies (administration, faculty, and students) while maintaining program quality amid shrinking budgets, faculty shortages, and increasing diversity among students. Key priorities include faculty recruitment and retention, productivity, resource acquisition, and image-building to secure institutional support. Additional concerns addressed are governance, affirmative action, and student recruitment, particularly as competition for enrollments intensifies. Practical realities discussed include managing grievances, navigating administrative turnover, and addressing day-to-day operational issues, while stressing the importance of …

Reconfiguring: The Shape Of Things To Come, David M. Berg

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article addresses the profound changes in communication that may compel departments to restructure in order to remain relevant. It argues that routine administrative challenges like enrollment or retirement trends are not sufficient drivers of major transformation; instead, emerging communication technologies—computers, satellites, and cable—are reshaping how communication occurs. The discussion highlights two illustrative developments: the rise of telecommuting and its interpersonal consequences, and international debates over sovereignty and information flow spurred by new media. These examples underscore the complex personal, organizational, and geopolitical issues tied to technological advances. The article contends that effective disciplinary response requires both reconceptualization, including integration …

Commentary: The Competent Communication Department Of The 1990s, Kenneth E. Andersen

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article explores the challenges communication departments face in adapting to institutional and societal changes. It highlights the need for competent departmental leadership and shared governance, emphasizing faculty participation in decision making and integration with broader institutional goals. Key concerns include resource limitations, enrollment management, evolving student demographics, and increasing external pressures such as assessment mandates and public accountability. The discussion underscores the importance of aligning departmental strategies with institutional history and context while remaining responsive to ethical and policy issues in communication. It calls for departments to balance research, teaching, and service while fostering interdisciplinary connections and maintaining political …

The Theatre Specialist: Tenure Track Or Non-Tenure Track Appointment?, Jon Whitmore

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines how theatre programs can determine whether specialized faculty in areas such as voice, movement, technical direction, and management should hold tenure track, non tenure track, staff, or guest artist appointments. It outlines the complexities of evaluating artistic contributions and the need to define institutional and departmental missions when making such decisions. Key factors include the type and size of the institution, degree programs offered, areas of emphasis, production requirements, and standards for promotion and tenure. The discussion highlights that institutions must provide clear expectations and adequate support for creative and scholarly work if tenure track appointments are …

Let's Not Forget The Students, And Let's Be Straightforward, Paul Antonie Distler

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article critiques the growing complexity of teacher evaluation practices in higher education and emphasizes the need to prioritize student perspectives. It argues that while student evaluations are essential for assessing teaching effectiveness, many institutions have overcomplicated the process with excessive and irrelevant variables. The discussion highlights concerns about data-driven approaches that risk overshadowing meaningful feedback on course content, instructional quality, and fairness. Suggestions include using a balanced evaluation format that combines quantitative ratings with qualitative comments to provide actionable insights for instructors and administrators. The article underscores the importance of student input relative to peer observations and alumni assessments, …

Relationship Between Academia And The Corporate Community In Providing Communication Education For The Adult Learner, Robert C. Dick, James R. East

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the expanding role of corporate education in communication training for adult learners and its relationship to higher education. It discusses how corporate learning has grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry, with most programs delivered internally or through consultants. Key drivers include technological change, organizational restructuring, and concerns that graduates lack essential communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills. The analysis critiques traditional higher education for inflexible scheduling and insufficient emphasis on practical competencies. Examples are provided of innovative university programs offering weekend and workplace-based courses to meet corporate needs. The article argues for integrating broad theoretical foundations with applied skills …

Minorities On Campus: A Handbook For Enhancing Diversity, Patti P. Gillespie

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Reviews the book "Minorities on Campus: A Handbook for Enhancing Diversity," edited by Madeline F. Green.