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Ua23 Spirit Of Engagement 2012, Aurelia Spaulding, Alive Center, Western Kentucky University Jan 2012

Ua23 Spirit Of Engagement 2012, Aurelia Spaulding, Alive Center, Western Kentucky University

ALIVE Center Publications

No abstract provided.


Ua3/9/2 Subject File - Instruments Of American Excellence Collection, Wku President's Office - Ransdell Jan 2012

Ua3/9/2 Subject File - Instruments Of American Excellence Collection, Wku President's Office - Ransdell

WKU Administration Documents

Correspondence regarding the Instruments of American Excellence Collection and exhibit.


Ua19/16/1 Lady Topper 2012-13 Basketball, Wku Athletic Media Relations Jan 2012

Ua19/16/1 Lady Topper 2012-13 Basketball, Wku Athletic Media Relations

WKU Administration Documents

WKU women's basketball media guide for 2012-13 season.


Ua12/2/23 United Black Students, Wku Archives Jan 2012

Ua12/2/23 United Black Students, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by and about the United Black Students organization.


Ua12/11/1 Downing University Center Board, Wku Archives Jan 2012

Ua12/11/1 Downing University Center Board, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by and about Downing University Center Board. Includes publications, governing documents, meeting minutes, reports and correspondence.


Ua12/12 Intramural & Recreational Sports, Wku Archives Jan 2012

Ua12/12 Intramural & Recreational Sports, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by and about Intramural & Recreational Sports.


Ua12/8 Annual Campus Security And Fire Report, Wku Police Jan 2012

Ua12/8 Annual Campus Security And Fire Report, Wku Police

WKU Administration Documents

This report is designed to provide students, prospective students, parents, faculty, and staff with accurate crime statistics, information on university services, and crime prevention programs. These programs are designed to help inform our campus community about safety practices that will help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime. These safe practices can provide individuals with vital information that they can carry with them through college and beyond, keeping them safe for the rest of their lives.


Ua12/2/2 Talisman, Vol. 83, Wku Student Affairs Jan 2012

Ua12/2/2 Talisman, Vol. 83, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

2012 Talisman:

  • Couch, Drew. Life Inside the Suit – Big Red
  • Waggoner, Tabitha. Mike Nichols
  • Plunkett, Amber. Rememberng 9/11
  • Cherry, Lauren. Understanding Each Other
  • Brown, Bianca. East Meets Western – Confucius Institute
  • Heyne, Richard. Cage the Elephant Comes Home
  • Clements, Kristin. Never Solo – Track & Field
  • Spees, Monica. Out on the Water - Hilltopper Bass Club
  • Simmons, Natasha. Kentucky’s Miss America – Ann-Blair Thornton
  • Alleyne, Zirconia. The Hungriest Fans – Football
  • Wood, Shane. The Making of a Game – Football
  • Duke, Alex. Building Confidence – Football
  • Henye, Richard. Clearing the Air – Cheerleading
  • Florence, Sara. Two-Wheeled Freedom – Bicycling …


Ua1b2/1 Wku Glasgow, Wku Glasgow Jan 2012

Ua1b2/1 Wku Glasgow, Wku Glasgow

WKU Administration Documents

Overview of WKU Glasgow campus.


Ua68/6/5 Potter College Of Arts & Letters English Publicity, Wku Archives Jan 2012

Ua68/6/5 Potter College Of Arts & Letters English Publicity, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Publicity file consisting of clippings related to the English Department.


Ua12/6 Diversity Programs - Publications, Wku Archives Jan 2012

Ua12/6 Diversity Programs - Publications, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Publications created by and about Diversity Programs.


Ua68/8/2 Potter College Of Arts & Letters History Oral History Committee, Wku Archives Jan 2012

Ua68/8/2 Potter College Of Arts & Letters History Oral History Committee, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by the Oral History Committee. Series includes oral history interview tapes and transcriptions.


Operationalizing Good Schools In Kentucky, Tonya S. Lanphier Dec 2011

Operationalizing Good Schools In Kentucky, Tonya S. Lanphier

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This thesis explores three models of a good school: the Modified Academic Index Model, the Demographically-Adjusted Model, and the Equity Model. The Modified Academic Index Model uses test scores, from the Commonwealth Accountability Testing System 2008 and 2009 academic year, to measure good schools. The Demographically-Adjusted Model uses these test scores while controlling for certain demographic variables. The Equity Model uses standard deviations of these test scores to measure quality schools. Rankings of the 228 public high schools in Kentucky are developed for each model. The rankings of the models are then compared.


Socialization, Role Attainment And Stigma Management In Bdsm, Ronald Lynn Hopper Jr. Dec 2011

Socialization, Role Attainment And Stigma Management In Bdsm, Ronald Lynn Hopper Jr.

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This research focuses on the methods of introduction into BDSM, role identification, and the management of private information as it relates to BDSM. The method utilized for this study was in-depth interviews of fifteen current participants in the BDSM subculture. It is primarily through peer association, sexual scripting, and impression management that new members are introduced, learn their role, and manage their information within the BDSM subculture. It was found that peer association is the primary method of socializing members. Role identification is accomplished through both a method of sexual scripting as well as complimentary differentiation, the process by which …


Assessing The Efficacy Of A Modified Therapeutic Community On The Reduction Of Institutional Write-Ups In A Medium Security Prison, Lee Maglinger Dec 2011

Assessing The Efficacy Of A Modified Therapeutic Community On The Reduction Of Institutional Write-Ups In A Medium Security Prison, Lee Maglinger

Dissertations

This study explored the impact a modified Therapeutic Community (TC) had on reducing institutional disorder as documented by institutional write-ups. Substance abuse treatment programs are typically evaluated in terms of their ability to prevent relapse and reduce recidivism. The current study examined the efficacy of a modified TC in relation to these parameters but also explored its overall impact on prison safety and security for both the inmates and staff of a medium security prison located in Kentucky. Specifically, the number of institutional write-ups exhibited by clients participating in a modified Therapeutic Community was compared with the number of write-ups …


Evaluating The Effectiveness Of An Internship Program, Daniel Jackel Dec 2011

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of An Internship Program, Daniel Jackel

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The traditional way to learn about social sciences in a university setting includes taking courses that teach theoretical frameworks and scientific methodologies that are required for one’s major area of study. The courses that are taught to students are determined by what major they sign up for. After a student has taken all required courses,what skills does the student have to take with him after graduation?

Whether participation is pursued solely for academic credit, for career development, or for civic engagement, an experiential experience typically enhances a student’s connection between academic content and “real world” applications. Bridging the gap between …


Job Skills, Tolerance, And Positive Interactions: The Gendered Experiences Of Appalachian Migrants, Kelli Brooke Alford Dec 2011

Job Skills, Tolerance, And Positive Interactions: The Gendered Experiences Of Appalachian Migrants, Kelli Brooke Alford

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

The following study examines gendered learning experiences of a population of Appalachian migrants surveyed from the late 1970s to the early 1990s. The respondents who participated in the survey used for this study began their lives in Appalachia. These respondents then left Appalachia for various other areas in the country and even around the world only to ultimately return to the mountainous region later in their lives. To begin, theory will be introduced concerning the stratification of gender in the Appalachian economic landscape, as well as a theoretical framework placing Appalachian women in an interlocking web of oppression with other …


An Analysis Of Burmese And Iraqi Resettlement Location And Assimilation In A Midsized City: Implications For Educational And Other Community Leaders, Donna Schiess Renaud Dec 2011

An Analysis Of Burmese And Iraqi Resettlement Location And Assimilation In A Midsized City: Implications For Educational And Other Community Leaders, Donna Schiess Renaud

Dissertations

Refugees face different circumstances than other immigrants regarding housing in initial resettlement in the U.S. Refugees have no choice of their initial residence as this is determined in advance by the resettlement agency. Refugees who belong to minority ethnic groups and who have little education or skills may experience discrimination and hostility from local citizens. Resettlement areas that are high in population density, rental units, minorities, crime, unemployment, inadequate transportation, and low income may present additional barriers to cultural and economic assimilation.

This mixed-method study had a twofold purpose. The first was to describe quantitatively how the initial resettlement address …


Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Basketball Season Preview, Wku Student Affairs Nov 2011

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Basketball Season Preview, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Topper Extra magazine, includes articles:

  • Claybourn, Cole. This Season’s Toppers a Young Defensive-minded Team – Basketball
  • Claybourn, Cole. Upperclassmen Ready to Teach Newcomers
  • Preseason Sun Belt Conference Men’s Basketball Poll
  • Preseason Sun Belt Conference Women’s Basketball Poll
  • Stephens, Brad. Mary Cowles Hopes Young, Old Take WKU Back to NCAA Tournament
  • Stephens, Brad. LaTiera Owens Becoming Vocal Leader for Lady Toppers
  • Stephens, Brad. Micah Jones, Jalynn McClain Link with WKU Women


Ua41 University College Connection, Dennis K. George, Dean, Wendi Kelley Oct 2011

Ua41 University College Connection, Dennis K. George, Dean, Wendi Kelley

UC Publications

No abstract provided.


Ferguson, Lynne Marrs (Hammer), B. 1956 (Fa 570), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Sep 2011

Ferguson, Lynne Marrs (Hammer), B. 1956 (Fa 570), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Folklife Archives Finding Aids

Finding aid and full-text (click on "Additional Files" below) for Folklife Archives Project 570. Paper: [Examination of a Speech Titled "Shake Rag Revisited"] written by Lynne Marrs Hammer Ferguson for a Western Kentucky University folk studies class. The speech was delivered on 21 October 2004 by Herbert Oldham at the dedication of a historical marker in the neighborhood.


Ua23 Progression Through Partnerships, Aurelia Spaulding, Alive Center, Western Kentucky University Sep 2011

Ua23 Progression Through Partnerships, Aurelia Spaulding, Alive Center, Western Kentucky University

ALIVE Center Publications

No abstract provided.


Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra, Wku Student Affairs Aug 2011

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics. Articles:

  • Claybourn, Cole. Enough About the Logistics; Let’s Just Play Football
  • Stephens, Brad. Fired Up Toppers Look for Milestone Win Over Kentucky in Nashville – Football
  • Stephens, Brad. Bobby Rainey Looking to Improve on Record-Setting Season
  • Players to Watch – Kawaun Jakes, Wes Jeffries, Quanterus Smith, Tyree Robinson
  • Stephens, Brad. Willie Taggart’s First Recruits Now Looking to Lead WKU – Football
  • Carson, Kurt. Students Making Plans for WKU – University of Kentucky – Football
  • Lanter, Austin. Strong Start A Dream Come True for Freshman Leslie Chinn – Soccer
  • Stephens, Brad. Defensive …


Kentucky American Legion School Masters' Club (Sc 2469), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Aug 2011

Kentucky American Legion School Masters' Club (Sc 2469), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Manuscript Collection Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Small Collection 1469. Constitution and bylaws of the Kentucky American Legion School Masters' Club, an organization formed to advance the goals of education and open to Legionnaires with teaching experience.


Delineator Club (Mss 369), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Aug 2011

Delineator Club (Mss 369), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Manuscript Collection Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 369. Records of the Delineator Club, a Bowling Green, Kentucky literary club for women. Includes constitution, bylaws, minutes, financial records, yearbooks, photographs, correspondence, and summary historical notes prepared for the club's 25th anniversary.


Daughters Of The American Revolution - Samuel Davies Chapter - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 363), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Jun 2011

Daughters Of The American Revolution - Samuel Davies Chapter - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 363), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Manuscript Collection Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 363. Records of the Samuel Davies Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Bowling Green, Kentucky. Includes membership applications and data, minutes, yearbooks and financial records.


Ua23 Progression Through Partnerships, Aurelia Spaulding, Alive Center, Western Kentucky University Jun 2011

Ua23 Progression Through Partnerships, Aurelia Spaulding, Alive Center, Western Kentucky University

ALIVE Center Publications

No abstract provided.


Young Men's Christian Association - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 371), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Jun 2011

Young Men's Christian Association - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 371), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Manuscript Collection Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 371.  Constitution and by-laws, histories, subscriber list, news clippings, photos, and sundry printed promotional pieces used in the campaign to erect a Y.M.C.A. building in Bowling Green, Kentucky.  This material was found in a tin box in the cornerstone of the building when it was razed in 1985.


Ua51/1 Collections & Connections, Jennifer Wilson May 2011

Ua51/1 Collections & Connections, Jennifer Wilson

Collections & Connections

This issue of WKU Libraries' biannual publication features the Libraries' events that happened in the latter part of 2010 and early part of 2011, including the Kentucky Literacy Week, SOKY Book Fest, the Kentucky Writers Conference, the literary partnership with OCLC, and the US Bank Art Show. It also reports achievements made by the Libraries such as milestone publication efforts made by TopSCHOLAR, the Libraries' reception of the NEH grant for Alcott events as well as professional achievements of the Libraries' faculty and staff. Events of the Kentucky Museum and the Main Library are also highlighted.


Rotary Club - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 350), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives May 2011

Rotary Club - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 350), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Manuscript Collection Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 350. Items related to the Rotary Club of Bowling Green, Kentucky, as well as Rotary International. The minutes, correspondence, newsletters, resolutions, reports, clippings, and photographs highlight the organization's many years of service projects and civic involvement.