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La Lucha Del Mocase Para Desarrollo Y Autonomía, Katie Metcalf

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

This study is an analysis of the current situation of the small producers of the Movimiento Campesino del Santiago del Estero (MOCASE) to determine the extent they are obtaining a sustainable and autonomous existence by means of rural development projects, with a specific focus on MOCASE from the region of Bandera Bajada, department Figueroa, and their interaction with the Programa Social Agropecuario (PSA). The history of repression and social exclusion of the small producers, both on a provincial and national scale, through the implementation of neoliberal macroeconomic policies, massive land sales to large enterprises, and corrupt government policies have severely …

Culture Of Growth: Teacher Collaboration For The Empowerment Of All Students, Kamilla Bahbahani

Theses and Dissertations in Urban Studies

This dissertation documents an in-depth year long qualitative case study of three elementary school teachers to address the following research question: what characterizes, and what are the major influences on, an integrated, constructivist-oriented approach to elementary math instruction? The researcher, working collaboratively with the teachers, used a combination of interviews, observations, journaling, and informal discourse to learn about what they want to do in their classes, the various pressures they feel for performance and student learning, the forces they balance in making their instructional choices, and the ways in which they make instructional choices and change their approaches over time. …

The Seven-Day Weekend: Changing The Way Work Works, By Ricardo Semler (Book Review), Peter A. Maresco

WCBT Faculty Publications

According to Semler: We have to find a better way for work to work.

The Impact Of War And Wartime On Transition To Adulthood: Vietnam, 1940-1990, Bussarawan Teerawichitchainan

Research Collection School of Social Sciences

During the latter half of the 20th century, Vietnam experienced nearly continuous wars, including the Vietnam War (1965-1975). Wars afflicted young Vietnamese adults most and left profound imprints on the life course of those who survived. Based on the 1995 Vietnam Longitudinal Survey, my study uses the life course approach to document how war affects the timing and sequencing of early life course transitions for the Vietnamese growing up between the 1940s and the 1990s. The life course transitions examined include leaving school and entering labor force and first marriage and first birth. I study the impact of war by …

Impact Of Service Learning On Physical Therapist Students' Knowledge Of And Attitudes Toward Older Adults And On Their Critical Thinking Ability, Janna Beling

Service Learning, General

As the number and proportion of elderly people rapidly increase in the next few decades, there will be increased demands for physical therapists to work with older clients. Although the availability of physical therapists to work with elderly people will be determined, in part, by their personal preferences,¹ most physical therapists will be routinely required to work with elderly clients and clients' aging family members.² In order to provide effective services, it is imperative that physical therapist students possess adequate knowledge about the aging process and recognize the individuality of older clients, as well as their capacity for …

Service-Learning Projects Enhance Student Learning In Strategic Management Courses, John Angelidis, Igor Tomic, Nabil A. Ibrahim

Service Learning, General

Academia has been criticized for Its supposed isolation from society and its lack of emphasis on practical applications and hands-on experience. Institutions of higher education are responding to this criticism by incorporating experiential service-learning in their curricula. One business course which is particularly appropriate for integrating service-learning into the curriculum is Strategic Management.

Motivation To Manage And Status Of Women In Library And Information Science: A Comparative Study Among The United States, India, Singapore And Thailand, Sarla R. Murgai

The Southeastern Librarian

In most non-western societies, the self-system (personal standards of judging and guiding one’s actions) is much more inter-dependent on family and society, whereas in western societies, especially in the U.S., it is dependent on the individual self. Cross-cultural studies suggest that a person’s behavior should be understood in the context of their social experience and social roles. In all the cultures and countries studied, however, the status of women is universally lower than men; consequently there is a need to explore the causes. Professional women have made some strides in penetrating managerial ranks in the library and information science profession, …

How To Be Chinese: Ethnic Chinese Experience A 'Reawakening' Of Their Chinese Identity, Chang Yau Hoon

Research Collection School of Social Sciences

The post-Suharto era is an exciting period for Chinese Indonesians and other minority ethnic groups in Indonesia. After over three decades of cultural and political repression, Chinese Indonesians are now being given the opportunity to express their identity. The re-emergence of Chinese religion, language, and press in Indonesia since the end of the New Order, has had a significant impact on the development of ethnic Chinese identity. The strongly anti-Chinese sentiment expressed in the May 1998 riots in Jakarta and elsewhere in Indonesia, including the looting of Chinese-owned shops and businesses and the racially-motivated rapes, drastically altered the position of …

The Effects Of An Autobiographical Dialogue Journaling Activity On Student Teachers' Levels Of Cultural Sensitivity And Reflective Skills, Wanda G. Lastrapes

Theses and Dissertations in Urban Services - Urban Education

The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of a researcher-designed autobiographical dialogue journaling activity on student teachers' levels of cultural sensitivity and levels of reflection. Written feedback from the university supervisors and cooperating teachers was analyzed to identify differences and similarities in the structure and focus of their responses.

Data was collected from 30 student teachers assigned to urban elementary field placements following a six-week structured journaling activity. Student teachers were randomly assigned to one of three journaling conditions: autobiographical dialogue journaling with their cooperating teacher, autobiographical dialogue journaling with their university supervisor, or the traditional student …

Sexual Abstinence Among Female Undergraduate Students, Emilie R. Klusmeyer '04

Honors Projects

This study, conducted at a liberal arts college in the Midwest, utilizes qualitative data gathered through focus group discussions to examine the factors associated with sexual abstinence among female undergraduate students. Most studies on protection against sexually transmitted infections (STls) among youth have focused on condom usage and monogamy, and have been conducted mostly among high school students, with very few among undergraduate students. Since sexual abstinence is the best protection against pregnancy and STls, this study examines the factors that influence female undergraduate students to remain sexually abstinent or become secondary virgins. It also examines the challenges these sexually …

Naccs 31st Annual Conference, National Association For Chicana And Chicano Studies

NACCS Conference Programs

El Pueblo Unido…:Strength in Unity
March 31-April 4, 2004
The University of New Mexico

The Rattler (Volume 91, Issue 9, 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.

Ua1b2/1/7 Oral History, Lydia Kullman, Gary Ransdell

WKU Administration Documents

Interview conducted by Lydia Kullman with Gary Ransdell. This oral history interview was created for Andrew McMichael's History and the Internet Class, 2004.

Ninth Annual Women's Studies Symposium Program, 2004, Illinois State University, Women's Studies Program

WGSS Student Research Symposium

Program from the Women's Studies Symposium

Peace Through Managing Conflict, St Mary's University

President's Peace Commission - Programs

The President’s Peace Commission existed from 1984 to 2013 at St. Mary's University. The Commission fostered an ethical commitment to participate in the establishment of world peace and social justice.

This program is about historical development of dispute resolution, and career opportunities in conflict management.

Contributions From The Social Sciences, Howard Gadlin

Journal of Legal Education

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 47 [Vol. 79], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Clark, Ashlee. Students Want to See Faculty Evaluations
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Academic & Athletic Performance Complex Gets Closer
• Clark, Ashlee. Nick Todd Elected Student Government Association President
• Lively, Jay. BeauSoleil Delivers Cajun Sizzle
• Farner, Keith. Cave Team Leaves for China
• Sanchez, Lauren. Minority Students Voice Concerns
• Roberts, Amy. Save Your Whining for What’s Really Important
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Spring Break
• Randolph, Patty. Thank You, Lindsay Sainlar
• Strow, Brian. Plus/Minus Beneficial
• Ross, Lisa. The First Amendment Gives Rights to All Voices, Not Just the Agreeable Ones
• Toone, Stephanie. Father …

Ua12/2/1 Decision 2004, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special Student Government Association election edition of the College Heights Herald, includes articles:

• Hardin, Adriane. President Candidate Jessica Martin
• Clark, Ashlee. President Candidate Nick Todd
• Hoang, Mai. Senate Candidates – Alicia Bachicha, Sarah Cecil
• Reed, Lindsey. Senate Candidate Brittany Fausey
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Senate Candidate Christina Kayrouz
• Baker, Joanie & Ashlee Clark. Senate Candidate John Law
• Wilberding, Beth. Executive Vice President Candidate Anna Bisig
• Clark, Ashlee. Executive Vice President Candidate Katie Dawson
• Hoang, Mai. Senate Candidate Abby Lovan
• Gries, Emily. Senate Candidate Cheryl Norris
• Baker, Joanie. Senate Candidates Melissa Paris, Katharine Pettit
• Hoang, Mai. Senate Candidate Morgan Phelps
• Hardin, Adriane. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 46 [Vol. 79], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Judge Sets Trial Dates for Lucas Goodrum, Stephen Soules – Katie Autry
• Clark, Ashlee. Student Government Association Candidates Debate
• Clark, Ashlee. Elections Don’t Get Much Attention from Students
• Sculptor to Speak – Gabriel Warren
• Contest Starts in April – Classical Music Month
• Farner, Keith. Hispanic Resource Center to Get Check
• Hopkins, Shanwtaye. Hearings May Be Required – Budget
• Sanchez, Lauren. Minority Future
• Students Should Get Out & Vote for Student Government Officers
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Student Government Association Election
• Pava, Matthew. Vote Jessica Martin for …

Correspondence: Letter, March 12, 2004 To Chairperson Phillips, Request To Serve As A Trustee Of The Jessie Ball Dupont Fund, Edna Louise Saffy

Saffy Collection - All Textual Materials

A letter from Dr. Saffy to Mary K. Phillips, Chairperson of the Nominating Committee applying to serve as a trustee of the DuPont Fund.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 45 [Vol. 79], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hopkins, Shawntaye. House Budget Bill Would Delay Capital Projects
• Clark, Ashlee. Student Government Association Charter Passes
• Casagrande, Michael. Blue Raiders Take Sun Belt Championship – Basketball
• Wilberding, Beth. WKYU-TV Gets Grant
• Reed, Lindsey. Grille Works May Be Changing – Dining Services
• Reed, Lindsey. Second Water Tower to Get Logos
• Ransdell, Troy. Plus/Minus Grading Doesn’t Benefit Western Students
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Student Government Association Constitution
• Allen, Natasha. The Passion of the Christ Not Appropriate Viewing for Preteens
• Pflum, Jaren. True Meaning Lost in Film – The Passion of …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 44 [Vol. 79], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Clark, Ashlee. Student Government Association Vote Set for Today
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarships Standard May Change
• Casagrande, Michael. Lady Tops Return to Sun Belt Conference Finals
• Hopkins, Shanwtaye. Western Benefits from Media Hype – Big Red, Gabibbo
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Consent Credit Card Bill Passes, Awaits Senate Approval
• Clark, Ashlee. Nine Shoot for Senate Spots – Student Government Association
• University Senate Should Approve Trial of Grading System – Plus/Minus
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Ghosts of Dennis Felton’s Past
• Stinson, Sam. New Constitution Should Promote Better Representation of …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 43 [Vol. 79], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Clark, Ashlee. Two Students Running for Student Government President – Nick Todd, Jessica Martin
• Clark, Ashlee. Group Revises Plus/Minus
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Big Red Suit Rages On – Gabibbo
• Baker, Joanie. Being Himself – Elliot Phillips
• Farner, Keith. Campaign Awarded at Conference – Institutional Advancement
• Toone, Stephanie. Cynthia Enloe Explains Why the Pentagon is Worried About Women
• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Western Waiting on State Before Looking at Next Year’s Budget
• Sophomores Should Be Allowed to Live Off Campus
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Big Red
• Watt, Wes. There’s Plenty to Do …

Ua12/2/1 Diddle Domination, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special basketball edition of the College Heights Herald, includes articles:

• Casagrande, Michael. Lady Toppers Finish Regular Season on a Hot Streak
• Watt, Wes. Tournament Seems Wide Open with Four Possible Favorites
• Casagrande, Michael. There’s No Place Like Diddle Arena
• Lively, Jay. Topper Trio Playing Final Games in Diddle Arena – Mike Wells, Todor Pandov, Nigel Dixon
• Schoenbaechler, Danny. Toppers Have Chance for Titles
• Stamm, Jason. Parity Reigns Across Sun Belt Conference
• Lively, Jay. Toppers Looking Toward Improbable Four-peat

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 78, No. 42 [Vol. 79], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

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

• Hopkins, Shawntaye. Seeing Red – Big Red, Gabibbo
• Reed, Lindsey. Housing Costs Increase
• Sainlar, Lindasy. Power of The Passion of Christ Debated
• Salmon, Emily. Western Students to Work in Canadian Parliament
• Salmon, Emily. Awards Honor Local Artists – U.S. Bank Celebration of the Arts
• Clark, Ashlee. Student Government Association Filing Deadline Today
• Western Should Lure Tennessee Students with Aid
• Reuter, Michael. Editorial Cartoon re: Tennessee Students
• Hoang, Mai. Don’t Let Others Shape Personal Views About Mel Gibson’s The Passion of Christ
• Ardrey, Saundra. Students Had Commitment – Bowling Green …

Child Poverty In Rural America, Kenneth M. Johnson, William P. O'Hare

Sociology

This report explores the well-being of the 14 million children who live in rural America. Rural families represent a significant share of our total population and they are disproportionately poor, less educated, and underemployed. Yet poor children and the unique challenges they face are often overlooked by policymakers. Poor children living in rural America face significant educational, social, and economic challenges just as their urban counterparts do, but many of these problems are exacerbated by the isolation and limited access to support services common in rural areas.

Restorative Justice, Responsive Regulation And Social Work, Gale Burford, Paul Adams

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Two of the dichotomies or tensions at the heart of this profession are especially important for the themes of this special issue on restorative justice and responsive regulation. These are the relation between formal and informal helping and between care and control, or empowerment and coercion. In this article, we make a case for the importance of Braithwaite's work, especially his (2002) book, Restorative Justice and Responsive Regulation, for conceptualizing the nature of social work in relation to these dualities. Since Braithwaite's writings do not have social work or social welfare scholars and professionals as their primary audience and are …

Working Together To Stop Domestic Violence: State-Community Partnerships And The Changing Meaning Of Public And Private, Kristin A. Kelly

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

The increasing reliance in the United States on state-community partner- ships to address social problems represents both new opportunities and new dangers. This article presents examples of both possibilities through a consideration of contemporary collaborations between state and nonstate actors in the development of a public response to domestic violence. This discussion provides the basis for an elaboration of a conceptual approach to public/private relationships that replaces the traditional dichotomy with a triangular relationship, of state, family and community. By improving on our ability to think through the complex relationships between these three spheres, it is argued that this model …

Sharing Power With The People: Family Group Conferencing As A Democratic Experiment, Lisa Merkel-Holguin

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Can family group conferencing be leveraged to promote the democratic ideals of voice, freedom, justice, fairness, equality, and respect, and provide the citizenry with the opportunity to build a more just and civil society? This article reviews family group conferencing, and various model adaptations, from a democratic context and through the lens of responsive regulation.

Families And The Republic, John Braithwaite

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Restorative and responsive justice can be a strategy of social work practice that builds democracy bottom-up by seeing families as building blocks of democracy and fonts of democratic sentiment. At the same time, because families are sites of the worst kinds of tyranny and the worst kinds of neglect, a rule of law is needed that imposes public human rights obligations on families. The republican ideal is that this rule of law that constrains people in families should come from the people. Restorative and responsive justice has a strategy for the justice of the people to bubble up into the …