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Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 64, May 21, 2003

Central Florida Future

With great power comes a physical explanation: Action films teach students the law of physics; Bush blocks travel to Cuba; Don't like that grade? An appeal can change it.

Semantic Web Process Lifecycle: Role Of Semantics In Annotation, Discovery, Composition And Orchestration, Amit P. Sheth

Kno.e.sis Publications

No abstract provided.

Columbia Chronicle (05/19/2003), Columbia College Chicago

Columbia Chronicle

Student newspaper from May 19, 2003 entitled Columbia Chronicle. This issue is 36 pages and is listed as Volume 36, Number 29. Cover story: "Carter's mansion for sale?" Editors-in-Chief: Ryan Adair, Georgia Evdoxiadis

Cancer Cluster Communications: Bridging The Gap Between Science And Public Perception, Loretta A. O'Donnell

Theses and Dissertations

In response to the increasing request for cancer cluster investigations and the challenges in communicating the complexities of the studies and results, the author conducted case studies of childhood cancer cluster investigations in Dover Township, New Jersey and Fallon, Nevada to review state government communication and responses from residents. The purpose was to assess the residents' understanding and acceptance of the communication and to recommend guidelines for similar investigations based on lessons learned by officials and on recommendations by health risk communication experts in the public and private sectors. The study included content analyses of newspaper articles, intercept surveys, mail …

A Case Study Of The Efficacy Of Community Policing In Camden, New Jersey, Sophia L. Peele

Theses and Dissertations

Community policing initiates a valuable relationship between police and residents. It is often viewed as a problem-solving method of policing. Many police departments across the country have instituted this philosophy into one unit. However, some police administrators have found ways to implement community policing throughout the department.

This study was developed to determine the attitudes of both the patrolling community policing officers and the residents to evaluate the efficacy of community policing. The study was also used to determine if the uses of public relations skills increase the officers' ability to communicate effectively with residents of the community. Patrolling officers …

How To Recruit More International Students, Chien-Wen Huang

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was twofold: 1) to determine international students' perspectives regarding the (U.S.) school application process, and 2) to compare recruiters' perspectives regarding the application process. Results indicated affordable tuition and alumni's satisfaction greatly influenced potential students' willingness to seriously entertain matriculation at U.S. schools. Major findings from the study included: Asian students represent over half (55%) of all international students on U.S. campuses; the United States remains the preferred destination for the vast majority of international students (80%) due to its advanced educational system; and recruiters, by a wide majority, chose paper-based application forms over online …

Affiliation Of Authors In Production And Operations Management Journals, Steven M. Yager

Honors Theses

This paper will represent an update of the first two POM research productivity rankings published seven years ago (Young, Baird, Pullman, 1996; Malhotra, Kher, 1996). This study will seek to rank business schools and other organizations, both internationally and within the domestic United States. Researchers in the POM field can also view the results to determine who's who and what universities or organizations are demonstrating an increased focus on POM.

The Guardian, May 1, 2003, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

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

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 63, May 14, 2003

Central Florida Future

University presidents say state cuts slice campus budgets to the bone: Statewide blitz attempts to pressure lawmakers to reconsider their plans; Offbeat theatrical event unfolds in downtown district; Pena's two years at top come to an end; Staging a show turns students into stars.

Spartan Daily, May 13, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 70

Professional Wrestling: From Sport To Sports Entertainment, Ryan Diesem

Honors Capstones

Capstone submitted as a graduation requirement for the BSU Honors Program.

Spartan Daily, May 12, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 69

Columbia Chronicle (05/12/2003), Columbia College Chicago

Columbia Chronicle (student newspaper)

Student newspaper from May 12, 2003 entitled Columbia Chronicle. This issue is 36 pages and is listed as Volume 36, Number 28. Editors-in-Chief: Ryan Adair, Georgia Evdoxiadis

An Analysis Of Basic Public Relations Needs Of Non-Profit Associations, Jennifer Szwalek

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to analyze the basic public relations needs of nonprofit associations, tiered according to association structure.

A sample of 100 non-profit association executive directors, obtained from the International Association of Association Management Companies (IAAMC), were surveyed by e-mail and in-depth interviews on their public relations needs. Twenty percent of the sample chose to participate.

Online research was conducted at the Web sites of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and within the Association Management Company (AMC) section, the International Association of Association Management Companies (IAAMC) and the Association Management Institute (AMCInstitute).

Research steps also …

Television Public Service In Philadelphia: A Thing Of The Past?, Jill Flanagan

Theses and Dissertations

The researcher carried out this study to determine if national trends in television public service have influenced decision makers in Philadelphia and to provide public relations practitioners with detailed information about local practices. Online and library searches were conducted to secure information about television public service. In addition, the author interviewed communication experts, surveyed staff at six local channels and reviewed station materials.

The author found that Philadelphia's television stations continue to provide free airtime to charities along with traditional public service campaigns. However, research shows that paid PSA campaigns and third-party advertising agreements have grown in popularity. Public relations …

Ua3/9/5 A Spirit Of Celebration, Wku President's Office

WKU Administration Documents

Program and remarks used by WKU president Gary Ransdell at the 2003 recognition dinner for honorary doctorate recipients and university programs.

Spartan Daily, May 9, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 68

Spartan Daily, May 8, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 67

A Symbolic Interactionist Study Of Teenagers' Fashionable Dress In Hsimenting, Taipei, Taiwan, Mei-Hsueh Hung

Morehead State Theses and Dissertations

A thesis presented to the faculty of the Caudill College of Humanities at Morehead State University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts by Mei-Hsueh Hung on May 7, 2003.

Prospectus, May 7, 2003, Thomas Duggan, Michael Pierce, Leah Nordness, Jordan Holmes, Blane Mcclellan, Margot Williams

Prospectus 2003

No abstract provided.

Central Florida Future, Vol. 35 No. 62, May 7, 2003

Central Florida Future

Graduates covet high-profile speakers for commencement; Packed arena cheers grads: 4,240 walk away with diplomas; Let the rivalry begin: UCF and USF finally reach agreement on a two-game series; Life-threatening illness drives student into health-care career.

Minor League Baseball Pr Guidelines: Techniques For First Year Class A Teams, John Sadak

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this thesis was to accumulate information relative to the various public relations practices, methods and procedures utilized by the 60 Class A Minor League Baseball teams and to determine the extent of common public relations elements. Although the 60 teams are located in different markets, results of interviews and surveys of the teams led the author to conclude that some current practices are common among them.

Phone interviews were conducted with four practitioners to determine a preliminary list of items important to a Minor League Baseball promotional campaign. From that list a survey was created and mailed …

The Guardian, May 7, 2003, Wright State University Student Body

The Guardian Student Newspaper

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

Spartan Daily, May 7, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 66

Spartan Daily, May 6, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 65

Spartan Daily, May 5, 2003, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 120, Issue 64

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 57, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Brown, Abbey. Suspicious Fire Leaves Freshman Critical – Katie Autry
• Lord, Joseph & Abbey Brown. Pellville Freshman Known as Shy & Funny Without Even Trying
• Sasseen, Jessica. Sprinklers Extinguished Fire
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Poland Hall Security Heightened
• Tucker, Kyle. Family Shocked by Events
• Hoang, Mai. Dorm Evacuation Delays Studying for Final Exams
• Hoang, Mai. Students Urged to Talk About Feelings
• Casagrande, Michael. Freshman Football Players Drowns on Fishing Trip – Trey McMiller

Columbia Chronicle (05/05/2003 - Supplement), Columbia College Chicago

Columbia Chronicle

A special edition of the student newspaper from May 2003 entitled Fiction Supplement. This issue is 24 pages.

Columbia Chronicle (05/05/2003), Columbia College Chicago

Columbia Chronicle (student newspaper)

Student newspaper from May 5, 2003 entitled Columbia Chronicle. This issue is 40 pages and is listed as Volume 36, Number 27. Editors-in-Chief: Ryan Adair, Georgia Evdoxiadis

Hollins Columns (2003 May 5), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Center for rape victims to open
• New communication plan
• Who to contact for help
• U.S.A. not immune to misconceptions
• Batten Leadership Institute completes first year
• Interview with an officer: Is Hollins safe?
• Tier one forum meets criticism
• M.A.L.S. Program fosters educational freedom
• Retired Astronaut speaks at annual Science Seminar
• Sandusky house brings Relay for Life to campus
• Getting to know you: Vince Rewekant reveals all
• Administration continues search for new dean
• May 2003
• Spring Cotillion attendees paint town red
• New SGA President speaks up
• Faculty's top ten ways you know you're having a really long semester
• All …