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  1. 12 CFR 1.130 - Type II securities; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ...; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes. (a) Investment quality. An obligation issued for housing, university, or dormitory purposes is a Type II security only if it: (1) Qualifies as... issued for university and housing purposes. 1.130 Section 1.130 Banks and Banking COMPTROLLER OF THE...

  2. 12 CFR 1.130 - Type II securities; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ...; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes. (a) Investment quality. An obligation issued for housing, university, or dormitory purposes is a Type II security only if it: (1) Qualifies as... issued for university and housing purposes. 1.130 Section 1.130 Banks and Banking COMPTROLLER OF THE...

  3. 12 CFR 1.130 - Type II securities; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ...; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes. (a) Investment quality. An obligation issued for housing, university, or dormitory purposes is a Type II security only if it: (1) Qualifies as... issued for university and housing purposes. 1.130 Section 1.130 Banks and Banking COMPTROLLER OF THE...

  4. 12 CFR 1.130 - Type II securities; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ...; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes. (a) Investment quality. An obligation issued for housing, university, or dormitory purposes is a Type II security only if it: (1) Qualifies as... issued for university and housing purposes. 1.130 Section 1.130 Banks and Banking COMPTROLLER OF THE...

  5. Public Housing Smarts: Two Universities Discover a Trove of Opportunity in New Orleans' Public Housing System.

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    Boulard, Garry

    1998-01-01

    Tulane University and Xavier University (Louisiana) are both taking an active role in revitalizing the New Orleans public housing authority, the sixth-largest in the country. In partnership with the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development and the city's housing authority, the two institutions are cooperating in a major renovation…

  6. The Philosophy of University Housing

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    Wallace, James A.

    2012-01-01

    This article examines a stated philosophy of university housing and the philosophy's effect on the facilitation of the personal and intellectual growth of students residing in the residence halls and the development of a sense of community. This particular philosophy governs the housing operations at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.…

  7. 77 FR 34263 - 2012-2014 Enterprise Housing Goals

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-06-11

    ... Studies of Harvard University, ``The State of the Nation's Housing, 2011,'' p. 40 (2011) (Table A-8...\\ See The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, ``The State of the Nation's Housing...-Up-the-Recovery-Help-Housing.pdf . \\27\\ See The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard...

  8. University Housing | University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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    A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z D2L PAWS Email My UW-System About UWM UWM Jobs D2L PAWS Email My UW-System University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee University Housing Powerful

  9. College and University Apartment Housing.

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    Casey-Powell, Deborah, Ed.

    The purpose of this book is to update housing professionals on the current issues and future trends facing college and university apartment operations in the 21st century. Its chapters are: (1) "The History of Apartment Housing" (Rena Buchan); (2) "Research in Apartment Housing" (Donald Whalen); (3) "Community Services and…

  10. Housing and Transport: Access Issues for Disabled International Students in British Universities

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    Soorenian, Armineh

    2013-01-01

    This article explores two disabled people's "Seven Needs" to independent living, those of "housing" and "transport" issues, in relation to disabled international students in British universities. Firstly, students' living arrangements, including issues related to the suitability of university accommodation to their…

  11. The Implementation of Gender-Neutral Housing: A Mixed-Methods Study across ACUHO-I Member Institutions

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    Taub, Deborah J.; Johnson, R. Bradley; Reynolds, Torry

    2016-01-01

    Gender-neutral housing has recently become an option at colleges and universities across the U.S. Chief housing officers at Association of College and University Housing Officers-International member institutions were surveyed online about the status of gender-neutral housing at their respective campuses, using an instrument adapted by the…

  12. Social Justice Manifest: A University-Community Partnership to Promote the Individual Right to Housing

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    Patterson, David A.; Cronley, Courtney; West, Stacia; Lantz, Jennifer

    2014-01-01

    This article examines an ongoing university-community relationship that fuses innovative technology delivery, university-outreach research, and social work practice/research education into a unique, collaborative intervention to reduce homelessness. In doing so, we apply a social justice framework to homelessness, arguing that housing is a right…

  13. America's First Universal Design "Smart" Home

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    Schwab, Charles M.

    2009-01-01

    By providing a $20,000 tax credit for Universal Design (UD) housing, when new housing construction begins anew, the United States has a real opportunity to save hundreds of billions of dollars in long-term healthcare while encouraging long-term economic growth. Universal Design (also known as Inclusive Design or "Aging in Place" when referring to…

  14. 24 CFR 570.404 - Historically Black colleges and universities program.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2011-04-01 2010-04-01 true Historically Black colleges and universities program. 570.404 Section 570.404 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT...

  15. Results of the Housing Building Condition Evaluation Survey at the University of Georgia.

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    Casey, John M.

    A complete campus building condition evaluation survey was conducted at the University of Georgia in 1989 and results for the housing department were analyzed. The survey design was based on a model developed by Harlan Bareither at the University of Illinois that separates building deficiencies into seven general headings. Data were collected at…

  16. The Impact of University Housing Construction Type on Psychosocial Development of First-Year Students

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    Owens, Justin Tyler

    2010-01-01

    The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of university housing construction type on psychosocial development of first-year students. Data were collected at a large, four-year, public, research university in the Southeast using the Student Development Task and Lifestyle Assessment. The population considered for this study consisted of…

  17. Student Housing: Trends, Preferences and Needs

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    La Roche, Claire Reeves; Flanigan, Mary A.; Copeland, P. Kenneth, Jr.

    2010-01-01

    To attract and retain students, universities are confronted with increased demand to provide housing options that meet the new expectations of the millennial generation. Recent trends and housing preferences are examined. The results of surveys detailing some of these new demands and how universities are attempting to address these demands are…

  18. The Decline of In Loco Parentis and the Shift to Coed Housing on College Campuses

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    Willoughby, Brian J.; Carroll, Jason S.; Marshall, William J.; Clark, Caitlin

    2009-01-01

    Many universities have changed their policies regarding the nature of on-campus housing--shifting from gender-specific to coed dorms. This study examines the scope of that transition in the United States. From a sampling of 100 universities in the United States, including the nation's 50 largest universities, it was found that the vast majority of…

  19. Congratulating Radford University on the 100th anniversary of the university.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Boucher, Rick [D-VA-9

    2010-03-15

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  20. Uncertainty in a College-Town Housing Market: The Case of the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign

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    Sadayuki, Taisuke

    2015-01-01

    This paper empirically investigates the costs that arise from uncertainty in the college-town housing market in the Urbana-Champaign metropolitan area, the home of the University of Illinois. This research resulted in two principal findings. First, the rental price of housing owned by property owners having more than 10 claims filed against them…

  1. The pursuit of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for campus housing at public universities

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    Konvalinka, April Hicks

    This dissertation identifies the reasons why institutions of higher education pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for new construction of campus housing. The research was guided by three questions: 1. Why did the institution choose to pursue LEED certification for campus housing? 2. What considerations should be made in the design, development, and planning process of a LEED residence hall? 3. What significant impact has the LEED residence hall made on campus? The outcomes of this study will provide insight to university and housing administrators who are considering pursuit of LEED certification for new residence hall development. The primary sources of data are chief housing officers or their designees at public four-year colleges and universities with new campus housing awarded LEED certification. Qualitative research techniques were used to conduct interviews by LEED certification level: Platinum, Silver, Gold, and Certified. Data collection ended when data saturation of each question in each certification level was achieved. This dissertation offers reasons why universities pursue LEED certification: state requirement, institutional commitment, institutional standard, environmental stewardship, departmental decision, and student interest. Additionally, considerations and lessons learned from the pursuit of LEED certification have been identified and can serve as a guide to housing administrators who aim to achieve any LEED level certification.

  2. 29. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    29. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 SMOKE HOUSE AND DAIRY, W SIDE AND S END (SLAVE CABIN No. 2 IN SHEETS, W SIDE OF YARD) - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  3. Student Housing Cost Study.

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    California Univ., Berkeley. Univ. Residential Building System.

    Target costs for the University Residential Building System (URBS) Project of the University of California are presented. Findings depict the effectiveness of building design and material applications and should be useful in guiding future student housing design work, whether the design utilizes the URBS system or not. Ten recently constructed…

  4. Campus Housing with a Financial Twist.

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    White, Lee; Hanna, John P.

    2000-01-01

    Describes how San Francisco State University (California) used off-balance-sheet financing to build high-quality student living units with little or no risk to university finances. Discusses financing models, the investment banker's role, partnership with a nonprofit foundation which issued the housing bonds, the foundation's credit enhancement,…

  5. Financial Responsibility at Universities (Part 2). Hearing on Indirect Cost Recovery Practices at U.S. Universities for Federal Research Grants and Contracts, before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Energy and Commerce. House of Representatives, One Hundred Second Congress, Second Session.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    In connection with its jurisdiction over biomedical research and development at higher education institutions, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce's Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations met a second time to hear testimony on abuses in the indirect cost recovery practices at universities for federal research grants and contracts. The…

  6. Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Building Restoration and Preservation Act. Report of the House Committee on Resources To Accompany H.R. 1179. House of Representatives, 104th Congress, Second Session.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Resources.

    This report of the Committee on Resources recommends House of Representatives approval of (H.R. 1179), the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Building Restoration and Preservation Act, as amended, to ensure the preservation of buildings eligible for funding under the Historic Preservation Act on the campuses of historically…

  7. Congratulating the Northwestern University Wildcats on winning the 2009 NCAA women's lacrosse championship, and to commend Northwestern University for its pursuit of athletic and academic excellence.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9

    2009-10-13

    House - 11/16/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  8. Women Chief Housing Officers at State Universities in the Northwest United States

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    Hyatt, Jennifer Leigh

    2016-01-01

    This qualitative study explored the experiences of women chief housing officers (CHOs) at state universities within the northwest region of the United States. The study used narrative inquiry methodology with a thematic analysis approach to investigate how seven female CHOs experience and make meaning of their professional career progression and…

  9. "It Will Change if People Keep Talking": Trans* Students in College and University Housing

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    Nicolazzo, Z.; Marine, Susan B.

    2015-01-01

    Trans* individuals have recently received greater attention in mainstream media. Trans* students and their concerns are also becoming more visible, as evidenced by the recent increase in the number of colleges and universities that are offering trans*-inclusive housing options. However, such increased visibility does not readily equate to…

  10. Europe's Housing Squeeze Puts Students in Tight Spots

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    Labi, Aisha

    2008-01-01

    Affordable housing is an elusive commodity for students in Paris and much of the rest of Europe. Many European universities are in cities where property values have soared in recent years--along with higher-education enrollment figures and the number of students vying for rooms. Few of the universities have dormitories, and students are left…

  11. Financial Responsibility at Universities. Hearings before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, House of Representatives, One Hundred Second Congress, First Session, on Indirect Cost Recovery Practices at U.S. Universities for Federal Research Grants and Contracts (March 13 and May 9, 1991).

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    In connection with its jurisdiction over biomedical research and development at higher education institutions, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce's Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations met twice to hear testimony on abuses in the indirect cost recovery practices at universities for Federal research grants and contracts. At the…

  12. Evaluating off-campus student housing preferences: A pilot survey

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    Johari, Noraini; Mohd, Thuraiya; Abdullah, Lizawati; Ahmad@Mohamed, Nurulanis; Sani, Suwaibatul Islamiah Abdullah

    2017-10-01

    In recent decades, the term student housing has been highlighted as a body of knowledge in housing studies. In providing better quality of life, student housing evolved into a critical agenda in developing higher education learning. This research paper aims to discuss on a pilot study examining student housing preferences among university and college students should they reside off-campus. The research aims at identifying the attributes of off-campus student housing preferences to give a significant input for the development of an off-campus student housing preferences conceptual framework. This research is a cross-sectional study in which survey participants are currently-enrolled students throughout the period of survey. During this pilot study, questionnaires were distributed among university students in Shah Alam, Selangor in Malaysia. A total of 86 survey questionnaires were collected, consisting of questions reflecting students' background, Likert scale questions to specify their preferences, and open-ended questions. This preliminary pilot result shows that the 46 variables student housing preferences have a good reliability and validity. The outcomes from this research provide insight into students' preferences on how off-campus housing should be developed. Since Selangor is divided into various districts with a plethora of different local contexts including different university campuses, there is a need for further study to avoid generalization.

  13. The New Model School of Education: Thomson, Moray House and Teachers College, Columbia

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    Lawn, Martin; Deary, Ian

    2014-01-01

    The University of Edinburgh and Moray House teachers' college began to develop a new model of research and teaching, institutionalised in a combined university department and teachers' college, with a research laboratory and advanced research degree in the 1920s. This new institution was modelled on the innovative and influential Teachers College,…

  14. Drawing Partners Together: A Report on the Practice of Responding to Partnership Requests for Community and University Arts Collaboration

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    Mason, Stephanie

    2014-01-01

    NSCAD University is a visual arts university in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, that houses the NSCAD-TD Centre for Community Service Learning (the Centre). The Centre's purpose is to manage and promote community partnership requests with the institution. While community service learning and community--university partnership approaches necessarily…

  15. Faculty Attitudes for Changing a University's Core and Structure

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    Krug, Kevin S.; Dickson, Kole W.; Lessiter, Julie A.; Vassar, John S.

    2016-01-01

    America's universities and colleges are examining additional ways to raise student enrollment following government reductions in educational funding. Faculty were surveyed regarding their opinions of an administrative proposal to change the status of their commuter university, a school without any on-campus student housing, from teaching…

  16. 11. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April ...

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    11. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April 3, 1934. DOORWAY (ENTRANCE) - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  17. Core Knowledge Confusions among University Students

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    Lindeman, Marjaana; Svedholm, Annika M.; Takada, Mikito; Lonnqvist, Jan-Erik; Verkasalo, Markku

    2011-01-01

    Previous studies have demonstrated that university students hold several paranormal beliefs and that paranormal beliefs can be best explained with core knowledge confusions. The aim of this study was to explore to what extent university students confuse the core ontological attributes of lifeless material objects (e.g. a house, a stone), living…

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    NASA Image and Video Library

    2014-09-17

    RONALD BLAKELY, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR THE WHITE HOUSE INITIATIVE ON HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, SPEAKS DURING NASA’S FIRST PARTNERSHIPS MEETING FOR HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES AND MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS. NASA’S OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAMS HOSTED THE EVENT, WHICH ALLOWED REPRESENTATIVES FROM 30 NATIONWIDE UNIVERSITIES AND NASA PRIME CONTRACTORS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL SUBCONTRACTING OPPORTUNITIES

  19. 24 CFR 570.404 - Historically Black colleges and universities program.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... Purpose Grants § 570.404 Historically Black colleges and universities program. (a) General. Grants under this section will be awarded to historically Black colleges and universities to expand their role and... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2014-04-01 2013-04-01 true Historically Black colleges and...

  20. 24 CFR 570.404 - Historically Black colleges and universities program.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... Purpose Grants § 570.404 Historically Black colleges and universities program. (a) General. Grants under this section will be awarded to historically Black colleges and universities to expand their role and... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Historically Black colleges and...

  1. 24 CFR 570.404 - Historically Black colleges and universities program.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... Purpose Grants § 570.404 Historically Black colleges and universities program. (a) General. Grants under this section will be awarded to historically Black colleges and universities to expand their role and... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Historically Black colleges and...

  2. Brief to the House of Commons Legislative Committee on C-32

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    Canadian Association of University Teachers, 2013

    2013-01-01

    The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) represents over 65,000 university and college teachers, academic librarians, researchers and professional and general staff at more than 120 universities and colleges from every province. The association's members both create and use copyright material; they require copyright law that protects…

  3. Outcomes for Students on a Fast Track to College: Early College Entrance Programs at the University of Washington

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    Hertzog, Nancy B.; Chung, Rachel U.

    2015-01-01

    Radical acceleration from middle school to university is an unusual option in the United States. The Early Entrance Program and the University of Washington (UW) Academy for Young Scholars housed in the Halbert and Nancy Robinson Center for Young Scholars are two of only 21 early university entrance programs offered in the United States. Due to…

  4. 4. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April ...

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    4. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April 3, 1934. REAR VIEW. - SOUTH ELEVATION - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  5. 1. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April ...

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    1. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April 3, 1934. FRONT VIEW. - NORTH ELEVATION - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  6. 31. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    31. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 FRONT VIEW OF BUILDING, FACES NORTH - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  7. 8. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 5, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    8. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 5, 1936 IRON WORK ON FRONT BALCONY (NORTH) - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  8. 21. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    21. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 DOOR DETAIL ON 1ST FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  9. 9. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    9. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 REAR WALL RAILING (PORCH) SECOND FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  10. In-House or in Court? Legal Challenges to University Decisions

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    Kamvounias, Patty; Varnham, Sally

    2006-01-01

    Every day, decisions are made in universities that affect students. When a decision adversely affects a particular student, what means of redress does that student have? The circumstances in which a student has a legal claim against their university are generally unclear. Courts have traditionally tended to draw a distinction between "purely…

  11. Implementing Universal Design: A Collaborative Approach to Designing Campus Housing

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    Watson, Elizabeth; Bartlett, Frank; Sacks, Casey; Davidson, Denise L.

    2013-01-01

    The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (UW-Whitewater) is committed to a mission that includes serving students with disabilities beyond the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA). To that end, UW-Whitewater has tried to integrate universal Design (UD) principles into multiple facets of campus life. While the integration of UD…

  12. Tuition and Living Accommodation Costs at Canadian Universities, 1978-79 and 1979-80.

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    Dulac, Claude

    Tuition and living accommodation costs for students at most Canadian universities are summarized in this publication from Statistics Canada. Extensive data tables include information on accommodation costs for university-operated residences and housing and tuition fees. The range of tuition fees at the undergraduate level reflects a fee structure…

  13. 75 FR 27372 - University of New Mexico; University of New Mexico AGN-201M Reactor; Environmental Assessment and...

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    2010-05-14

    ... is housed in the Nuclear Energy Laboratory (NEL) located near the southwest corner of the University.... Therefore, license renewal should not change the environmental impact of facility operation. Data from the... analysis of human health and environmental impacts presented in this environmental assessment, the proposed...

  14. Syracuse University English Language Institute: Business Communication for Executives

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    de Berly, Geraldine; McGraw, Deborah

    2010-01-01

    The Syracuse University English Language Institute (ELI), housed within University College, has been offering noncredit executive English courses on a contract basis for the past 12 years. Despite its small size and limited resources, the ELI, whose main mission is to prepare international students for academic study, also manages a successful…

  15. 3. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April ...

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    3. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April 3, 1934. WEST SIDE AND SOUTH REAR VIEW - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  16. 10. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    10. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 DETAIL OF REAR S. E. GROUND FLOOR WINDOW - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  17. 15. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    15. Historic American Buildings Survey W. N. Manning, Photographer, April 3, 1934. MANTEL AND OVERMANTEL. - N.W. ROOM - LIVING ROOM - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  18. 6. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    6. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 CLOSE-UP OF EXTERIOR VIEW OF TYPICAL PORTICO WINDOW - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  19. 5. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    5. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 CLOSE-UP SHOWING DETAIL OF MAIN ENTRANCE FROM BALCONY - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  20. 20. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    20. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 CEILING TREATMENT IN S. W. ROOM (DINING ROOM) - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  1. 7. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    7. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 DETAIL OF COLUMN CAPS ON BALCONY, THIRD FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  2. 16. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    16. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 CEILING DETAIL IN N. W. ROOM, 1ST FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  3. Finding of No Significant Impact: Environmental Assessment for Military Family Housing Privatization Initiative, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2007-08-01

    Archaeology, University of California, Los Angeles. Kennett, Douglas J. 1998 Behavioral Ecology and the Evolution of Hunter-Gatherer Societies on the...Systematics and Ecology , Department of Ecology , Evolution , and Marine Biology, University of California Santa Barbara. Environmental report No. 10...be anticipated; housing residents would be provided with information on types of native plants that can be used for landscaping to avoid the

  4. Listen, Live and Learn: A Review of the Application Process, Aiming to Enhance Diversity within the Listen, Live and Learn Senior Student Housing Initiative at Stellenbosch University

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    Smorenburg, Mathew; Dunn, Munita

    2014-01-01

    The Listen, Live and Learn (LLL) initiative at Stellenbosch University (SU) is a senior student housing model with the aim of providing an experiential opportunity for students to make contact with "the other". It is posited on the social contact theory assumption that if people of different genders, races, ethnicities, and/or religions…

  5. A Study Identifying and Validating Competencies Needed for Mid-Managers That Work in Housing and Residence Life at Colleges and Universities in the United States of America

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    Morrison, Hassel Andre

    2016-01-01

    The researcher identified a gap in the knowledge of competencies needed for midmanagers that work in housing and residence life at the southeast colleges and universities in the United States. The purpose of this study was to identify and develop a consensus on competencies needed by mid-managers. The review of the literature describes and…

  6. The Politics of Student Housing: Student Activism and Representation in the Determination of the User-Price of a Public-Private Partnership Residence on a Public University Campus in South Africa

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    Mugume, Taabo; Luescher, Thierry M.

    2015-01-01

    South African universities have been facing a critical shortage in the provision of student housing for several years now, and the establishment of public--private partnerships (PPPs) is seen as part of the solution to address the shortage (Rensburg, 2011). This article investigates the effectiveness of the Students' Representative Council (SRC)…

  7. 26 CFR 31.3121(b)(2)-1 - Domestic service performed by students for certain college organizations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ..., college, or university are excepted from employment. For purposes of this exception, the statutory tests..., college, or university. (b) In general, services of a household nature in or about the club rooms or house... the exception. (d) An organization is a school, college, or university within the meaning of section...

  8. 26 CFR 31.3121(b)(2)-1 - Domestic service performed by students for certain college organizations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ..., college, or university are excepted from employment. For purposes of this exception, the statutory tests..., college, or university. (b) In general, services of a household nature in or about the club rooms or house... the exception. (d) An organization is a school, college, or university within the meaning of section...

  9. 26 CFR 31.3121(b)(2)-1 - Domestic service performed by students for certain college organizations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ..., college, or university are excepted from employment. For purposes of this exception, the statutory tests..., college, or university. (b) In general, services of a household nature in or about the club rooms or house... the exception. (d) An organization is a school, college, or university within the meaning of section...

  10. 26 CFR 31.3121(b)(2)-1 - Domestic service performed by students for certain college organizations.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ..., college, or university are excepted from employment. For purposes of this exception, the statutory tests..., college, or university. (b) In general, services of a household nature in or about the club rooms or house... the exception. (d) An organization is a school, college, or university within the meaning of section...

  11. 26 CFR 31.3121(b)(2)-1 - Domestic service performed by students for certain college organizations.

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    2010-04-01

    ..., college, or university are excepted from employment. For purposes of this exception, the statutory tests..., college, or university. (b) In general, services of a household nature in or about the club rooms or house... the exception. (d) An organization is a school, college, or university within the meaning of section...

  12. Bridging the Generation Gap: "Growing Golf" through an Action Learning Activity

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    Elbert, Norb; Cumiskey, Kevin J.

    2014-01-01

    This paper describes an action learning simulation designed for a Professional Golf Management (PGM) program housed in a College of Business of a public university. The PGA Golf Management University Program, a 4.5- to 5-year college curriculum for aspiring PGA Professionals is offered at 19 PGA accredited universities nationwide. The program…

  13. Adoption of an Outdoor Residential Hall Smoking Policy in a California Public University: A Case Study

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    Garg, Trit; Fradkin, Nicholas; Moskowitz, Joel M.

    2011-01-01

    Objective: Because secondhand smoke is a public health concern, many colleges have adopted bans to ensure healthier environments. This study demonstrates how outdoor smoking policy change can be accomplished at a large public university. Participants: The participants were 1,537 students housed in residential communities at the University of…

  14. 2. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

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    2. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 VIEW SHOWING WALL AT TOP OF HOME, W. SIDE N. FRONT - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  15. 14. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

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    14. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 TREATMENT OF CEILING IN CENTER OF HALL, 1ST FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  16. 12. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

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    12. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 DETAIL OF INTERIOR OF DOORWAY AT FRONT OF HALL ON FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  17. Prevalence of obsessive-compulsive disorder in Turkish university students and assessment of associated factors

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    Yoldascan, Elcin; Ozenli, Yarkin; Kutlu, Oguz; Topal, Kenan; Bozkurt, Ali Ihsan

    2009-01-01

    Background Many students who begin university at risky periods for OCD development cannot meet the new challenges successfully. They often seek help and apply to the university health center for psychiatric distress. We aimed to determine the prevalence and associated factors of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) at students of the Cukurova University in this cross sectional study. Methods This study was performed in the Cukurova University Faculty of Education with a population of 5500 students; the representative sample size for detecting the OCD prevalence was calculated to be 800. After collecting sociodemographic data, we questioned the students for associated factors of OCD. The General Health Questionnaire-12 (GHQ-12) and Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI, Section K) were used for psychiatric evaluation. Logistic regression analysis was performed to evaluate the linkage between OCD and associated factors. Results A total of 804 university students were included in this study. The GHQ-12-positive students (241 students, 29.9%) were interviewed using Section K of the CIDI (222 students, 27.6%). OCD was diagnosed in 33 (4.2%) students. The Logistic regression analysis of the data showed significant associations between OCD and male gender (p:0.036), living on government dormitory (p: 0.003), living on students' house/parental house (p:0.006), having private room in the parental house (p:0.055) and verbal abuse in the family (p:0.006). Conclusion This study demonstrates a higher prevalence of OCD among a group of university students compared to other prevalence studies of OCD in Turkish society. Furthermore, our findings also suggest relationships between OCD and sociodemographic factors, as well as other environmental stress factors. PMID:19580658

  18. Application GIS on university planning: building a spatial database aided spatial decision

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    Miao, Lei; Wu, Xiaofang; Wang, Kun; Nong, Yu

    2007-06-01

    With the development of university and its size enlarging, kinds of resource need to effective management urgently. Spacial database is the right tool to assist administrator's spatial decision. And it's ready for digital campus with integrating existing OMS. It's researched about the campus planning in detail firstly. Following instanced by south china agriculture university it is practiced that how to build the geographic database of the campus building and house for university administrator's spatial decision.

  19. Graduate House, University of Toronto, Ontario.

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    Stephens, Suzanne

    2002-01-01

    Illustrates how the University of Toronto combined the modernist architectural typologies of perimeter block and the skip- stop plan to create a dormitory that served as a gateway to its campus. Photos and a floor plan are included. (GR)

  20. 19. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

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    19. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 SLIDING DOORS ON 1ST FLOOR IN N. W. & S. W. ROOMS - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  1. Some Legal Aspects of Campus Housing.

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    Moore, Donald R.

    Legal aspects and implications affecting college and university housing administration are unpredictable, unsettled, and subject to change. The complete practical guide to the everyday legal answers for campus housing simply does not exist. This document presents some specific legal considerations involved in housing that may affect the management…

  2. Adaptive Combinatorial Multimodal Sensing Physics & Methods

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    2012-03-07

    group on doped Q-dot studies • NRL: support in-house polarimetry filter research effort • DARPA: coordinate w/Nibir Dhar in sensors -- their...International: • National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan: CNTs • Taras Shevchenko University, Kiev, Ukraine: polarimetry Coordination/Conferences

  3. 17. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

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    17. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 TREATMENT OF WALL CORNICE IN BOTH S. W. AND N. W. ROOMS, 1ST FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  4. Family Housing and Services.

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    Murphy-Chadwick, Nancy; And Others

    Recognizing the need for a strong family housing program to support a student body composed of many nontraditional students, Texas Woman's University converted a traditional residence hall into a family housing unit with an after-school and summer recreation program. The majority of residents in family housing are single mothers with children who…

  5. Outsourcing Student Housing.

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    Cirino, Anna Marie

    2003-01-01

    Describes discussion at a recent program of the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) regarding the trend toward privatized student housing; discussion highlighted market conditions, financing, and operations. (EV)

  6. Teaching Specialized Vocabulary by Integrating a Corpus-Based Approach: Implications for ESP Course Design at the University Level

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    Hou, Hsiao-I

    2014-01-01

    The purpose of this study is to demonstrate how to integrate two in-house specialized corpora into a university-level English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course for nonnative speakers of English. The ESP course was an introductory level of wine tasting for Applied English Department students at a university specializing in hospitality in Taiwan.…

  7. Promoting Social Change Amongst Students in Higher Education: A Reflection on the Listen, Live and Learn Senior Student Housing Initiative at Stellenbosch University

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    Dunn-Coetzee, Munita; Fourie-Malherbe, Magda

    2017-01-01

    Twenty-two years after apartheid South African higher education is still struggling with challenges around access, success and transformation. Stellenbosch University (SU), as a historically white university, is striving to become significantly better and different in terms of relevance and active role-playing. SU wants to prepare students to…

  8. Improving the Research Infrastructure at U.S. Universities and Colleges. Hearing before the Committee on Science and Technology. U.S. House of Representatives, Ninety-Eighth Congress, Second Session.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Science and Technology.

    The state of university science and engineering research capabilities is considered. Attention is directed to the need for improving and enhancing the research infrastructure, including support for instrumentation, buildings, and other related research facilities. U.S. universities and colleges are encountering severe facilities and…

  9. 28. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 17, ...

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    28. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 17, 1935 OLD- TIME KITCHEN, WEST SIDE (NOW GARAGE), SLAVES CABIN No. 3 IN SHEETS, E SIDE OF YARD - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  10. 18. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, ...

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    18. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 15, 1935 TREATMENT OF CEILING AT TOP IN BOTH S. W. AND N. W. ROOMS - 1ST FLOOR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  11. 78 FR 69925 - Order of Suspension of Trading; In the Matter of HouseRaising, Inc., iElement Corporation...

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    2013-11-21

    ...., and PC Universe, Inc. November 19, 2013. It appears to the Securities and Exchange Commission that... information concerning the securities of PC Universe, Inc. because it has not filed any periodic reports since...

  12. Columbia University Press: Trading on Tradition.

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    Fialkoff, Francine

    1998-01-01

    Columbia University Press's current and future solvency rests on a complex balance of reference, scholarly, and trade titles as well as an innovative collaboration with the library to help guarantee the house's preeminence in the academic community. The Press's strategic approach is described. (Author)

  13. 47. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, ...

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    47. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, October 16, 1935 SLAVE CABIN #1 (WESTERNMOST) IN SHEETS, CABIN AT WEST SIDE OF PLOT, FACES EAST, GIRL'S DORMITORY IN REAR - University of Alabama, President's House, University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, AL

  14. Environmental Assessment for Hawaii Tracking Station A-Side Antenna Remote Block Change Upgrade at Kaena Point Satellite Tracking Station, Hawaii

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    2011-02-01

    Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) system to environmentally control the HPA Room as well as a Mechanical Room to house the new diesel ...Rickie D. Moon, Senior Systems Engineer MS, Environmental Management, Samford University BS, Chemistry and Mathematics, Samford University 28...Huntsville 16 LPES, Inc. Timothy Lavallee, PE, Principal/Senior Engineer BS, Mechanical Engineering , Northeastern University MS, Civil and

  15. Exploiting the On-Campus Boiler House.

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    Woods, Donald R.; And Others

    1986-01-01

    Shows how a university utility building ("boiler house") is used in a chemical engineering course for computer simulations, mathematical modeling and process problem exercises. Student projects involving the facility are also discussed. (JN)

  16. Healing Words

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    Pember, Mary Annette

    2010-01-01

    At first glance, Miami University in southwestern Ohio seems an unlikely spot for a major American Indian language and cultural preservation and revitalization project. There are no reservations in the state, nor is there a significant American Indian population. Yet, Miami University houses the Myaamia Project, a unique collaboration between…

  17. Student Housing. A Report.

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    Tolmach, Judy

    This publication describes economical ways to provide better housing for students and provides examples of workable solutions to the problem at various colleges and universities. For more economical and better housing, the author recommends (1) humanizing existing dormitories by changing the standard double rooms into suites of bedrooms with a…

  18. Off-Campus Student Housing Satisfaction

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    Delgadillo, Lucy; Erickson, Luke V.

    2006-01-01

    Results from a survey of 180 students at a western university suggest that apartment manager's responsiveness and fairness explain 50% of the variance in determining student satisfaction with off-campus housing. Variables that measured aspects of the off-campus housing experience included manager fairness, likelihood of renting from the manager…

  19. A Second Home: Indigenous Considerations for Campus Housing

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    Singson, Jamie M.; Tachine, Amanda R.; Davidson, Charlotte E.; Waterman, Stephanie J.

    2016-01-01

    The experiences of Native Students in campus housing has had limited attention in scholarship, which restricts cultural understanding and opportunities to create inclusive living environments. College and university housing is well positioned to create a positive living environment for students. We raise concerns on how higher education…

  20. Training the Future - Swamp Work Activities

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    2017-07-19

    In the Swamp Works laboratory at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, student interns, from the left, Jeremiah House, Thomas Muller and Austin Langdon are joining agency scientists, contributing in the area of Exploration Research and Technology. House is studying computer/electrical engineering at John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Muller is pursuing a degree in computer engineering and control systems and Florida Tech. Langdon is an electrical engineering major at the University of Kentucky. The agency attracts its future workforce through the NASA Internship, Fellowships and Scholarships, or NIFS, Program.

  1. Berkeley Bravado: Rochdale Village, University of California, Berkeley

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    Woodbridge, Sally

    1975-01-01

    Rochdale Village is a successful example of active student participation in the design and construction of student housing. The apartment complex reflects students' desire for a village of lowrise, wood-shingled buildings, while meeting the University of California's density requirement of 250 units per acre. (JG)

  2. An Alternative Approach to the Variable Housing Allowance Program

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    1987-01-01

    ACOL values. 1T CBO, p. 31. tm Angus Deaton and John Muellbauer, Economics and Consumer Behavior (New York: Cambridge University Press, 1980), p...London: Chapman and Hall, 1975. Deaton A. S. and J. Muellbauer. Economics and Consumer Behavior . New York« Cambridge University Press, 1980

  3. Classrooms Offer Quiet Academic Environment

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    Garbrecht, Marilyn

    1977-01-01

    A building shell at Southern Illinois University has partitions that can be repositioned to suit changing needs. Silencing, heating, and cooling equipment received close attention to eliminate noise. The University of Minnesota has a new underground building housing a bookstore and offices that does not require heating. (Author/MLF)

  4. Universal Design as a Booster for Housing Quality and Architectural Practice.

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    Denizou, Karine

    2016-01-01

    Norwegian central government has for the last decade increasingly focused on universal design. Fundamental changes in the Norwegian building code and corresponding regulations in 2010 give an apparently clear framework for the implementation of accessibility and universal design. However, it seems that neither increased awareness of accessibility requirements and universal design, nor compliance with the building code guarantees improvement of housing quality and usability. The Norwegian regulations have gone further in the direction of performance requirements than most other countries. This applies to all types of requirements, including requirements for usability, functionality and accessibility. Hardly any specifications are to be found in the regulations. Ideally, this lack of specifications should give designers the opportunity to develop innovative answers and hence to respond to different contexts and needs. Still, many architects and builders ask for clear specifications, in order to simplify and speed up design processes and make control of solutions easier. Many architects understand guidelines as minimum requirements, and are thus reproducing the identical solutions without considering the context and the needs of the users. They see accessibility as another regulatory pressure and requirements as restrictions rather than positive incentives. However, there are examples of designers who have internalised the regulatory framework and thus are able to create and integrate inclusive design in their daily work. Based on recent research conducted by SINTEF Building and Infrastructure and financed by the Norwegian State Housing Bank, this paper presents examples of practice where dwellings have been developed within a framework of universal design. Focus of the research has been on the approach of the design team and their understanding and use of the regulatory framework in order to create better homes in dialogue with the building authorities. Main objectives are to: - Contribute to better understanding of universal design as a tool and a method to improve housing quality and usability - Investigate the conditions for developing dwellings with innovative and functional solutions in compliance with the building code - Discuss challenges in interpreting the requirements and in taking the needs of various resident groups into account.

  5. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Hearing

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    2018-05-17

    Elizabeth Cantwell, chief executive officer at the Arizona State University Research Enterprise, testifies during a House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing titled "America's Human Presence in Low-Earth Orbit" on Thursday, May 17, 2018 in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington. Photo Credit: (NASA/Joel Kowsky)

  6. Survey on Views and Knowledge of House Officers on Medical-Legal Issues.

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    Beninger, Paul R.; And Others

    1985-01-01

    House medical staff of the University of California, Davis, Medical Center were administered a questionnaire to determine their knowledge of relevant medical-legal principles. Responses from 111 house staff indicated that pediatrics, physical medicine, and rehabilitation staff confronted more medical-legal issues than pathology staff. (SW)

  7. Competency Development of Southern African Housing Officers

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    Dunn, Munita; Dunkel, Norbert W.

    2013-01-01

    The Report on the Ministerial Committee for the Review of the Provision of Student Housing at South African Universities (Department of Higher Education and Training, 2011) has provided a comprehensive review of residences across several housing functional areas. In one of the residence management and administration recommendations it stated,…

  8. NASA/USRA University Advanced Design Program Fifth Annual Summer Conference

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    1989-01-01

    The NASA/USRA University Advanced Design Program is a unique program that brings together NASA engineers, students, and faculty from United States engineering schools by integrating current and future NASA space/aeronautics engineering design projects into the university curriculum. The Program was conceived in the fall of 1984 as a pilot project to foster engineering design education in the universities and to supplement NASA's in-house efforts in advanced planning for space and aeronautics design. Nine universities and five NASA centers participated in the first year of the pilot project. Close cooperation between the NASA centers and the universities, the careful selection of design topics, and the enthusiasm of the students has resulted in a very successful program than now includes forty universities and eight NASA centers. The study topics cover a broad range of potential space and aeronautics projects.

  9. Transforming the University Campus into a Sustainable Community

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    Norton, Richard K.; Brix, Andrew; Brydon, Trevor; Davidian, Elijah; Dinse, Keely; Vidyarthi, Sanjeev

    2007-01-01

    This study addresses several common shortcomings of current university campus sustainability initiatives, including a lack of attention to integrative issues such as land use, housing, and transportation, and a generally reactive rather than proactive approach to sustainability. To engage these concerns, we develop a model for assessing the…

  10. Automation of University Libraries in Kerala: Status, Problems and Prospects

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    Suku, J.; Pillai, Mini G.

    2005-01-01

    This paper discusses the present scenario of automation activities of university libraries in Kerala. The survey findings mainly cover various aspects of library automation such as information technology infrastructure, in-house activities, information services and their usage, manpower development, and budget. The paper briefly describes the role…

  11. Nova Southeastern University Calendars

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    Now / Request Info Giving Alumni Select A College Nova Southeastern University Abraham S. Fischler NSU has to offer undergraduate students. Student Life Learn why the years you spend at NSU will be II teams. Living on Campus On campus housing options for undergraduate and graduate students. Clubs

  12. Descriptive Study of Noncommercial FM Radio Stations Affiliated with Colleges and Universities.

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    Leidman, Mary Beth; Lamberski, Richard J.

    Designed to establish a framework for current and future documentation of FM radio in institutions of higher education, this study examined the state of noncommercial FM radio stations affiliated with colleges and universities. Topics investigated included: (1) basic descriptions of institutions housing noncommercial radio stations; (2) operating…

  13. From Outsourcing to Alliances: Strategies for Sharing Leadership and Exploiting Resources at Metropolitan Universities.

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    Ender, Kenneth L.; Mooney, Kathleen A.

    1994-01-01

    University partnerships with private industry to effect service delivery in facilities management, food services, bookstore management, parking management, arena management, housing operations, business services, safety operations, communication services, and purchasing improves the quality of these services, reduces costs, does not affect core…

  14. Engaging a Systemic Partnership to Increase College Access and Success

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    Benson, Gwen; McClendon, Susan Crim

    2008-01-01

    Systemic, university-school-community partnerships characterize efforts by Georgia State University to enhance preparation of urban teachers and urban student success. A partnership with the Atlanta Housing Authority focuses on family education in mixed-income communities. Work with the National Parks Service's Martin Luther King, Jr., Center…

  15. The First Time

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    Black, Beth

    2011-01-01

    In this article, the author narrates her experience of meeting a Montessori kid for the first time and shares the characteristics she observed in Montessori students. The author was working as director of academic resources in university housing at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and met Jason, a pre-med sophomore who was the resident…

  16. Construction Services at Northern Arizona University.

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    Van Dyke, Gary

    Construction Services is an innovative response to a chronic construction-remodeling problem at Northern Arizona State University. It is an in-house facilities maintenance department designed to address a variety of needs: prevention of construction or remodeling done by individual staff or faculty members without regard for applicable codes;…

  17. Applying Sleep Research to University Students: Recommendations for Developing a Student Sleep Education Program.

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    Brown, Franklin C.; Buboltz, Walter C., Jr.

    2002-01-01

    Many students are unaware that academic difficulties may be related to their sleep habits. This article introduces key elements of a student sleep education program that can be easily incorporated into many universities first-year orientation classes or as part of residential housing programs. (Author)

  18. Students Aren't What They Used to Be--and Never Were

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    Watson, David

    2010-01-01

    Taking as his cue the House of Commons Select Committee for Innovation, Universities and Skills inquiry into "students and universities," the author begins by addressing four "pathologies" in the current discussion of the student experience: nostalgia and selective memory; condescension and disappointment; moral panic and…

  19. Central State University: Phase II Report

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    Ohio Board of Regents, 2012

    2012-01-01

    In accordance with Ohio Amended Substitute House Bill 153, the Chancellor submitted to the state Legislature and the Governor a plan, developed in consultation with Central State University, that assures the Central State Supplement will be used to promote the goals of increasing enrollment, improving course completion, and increasing the number…

  20. Central State University: Phase III Report

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    Ohio Board of Regents, 2013

    2013-01-01

    This document is the final report on Central State University's implementation of Section 371 of Ohio Amended Substitute House Bill 153. Implementation of Phase I action items required that deliverables and timelines be shifted to give Central State the best opportunity for early success. In Phase II, Central State responded aggressively to a…

  1. Scientists and K-12: Experience from The Science House

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    Haase, David G.

    2003-03-01

    In working with K-12 science and mathematics education, scientists may take on many different roles - from presenter to full-time partner. These roles are illustrated in the activities of The Science House, a K-12 education program of North Carolina State University, (www.science-house.org) which partners with teachers and students across the state to promote inquiry-based learning in mathematics and science. While it is important to involve scientists in K-12, most universities do not have effective means to make the connections. In our efforts to do so, which began with a few teacher workshops and now encompasses six offices across NC, we have sought to join the interests of the university (research, teaching, student recruiting) to the needs of K-12. Our programs now include teacher training workshops, student science camps and curriculum projects in several states. We are reminded that K-12 science education is interdisciplinary; local and political; and a process, not a problem to be solved and forgotten. Partially supported by NSF (CHE-9876674 and DBI-0115462), the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and the Burroughs Wellcome Fund.

  2. Civil-Military Relations in the French Fourth Republic during the First Indochina War

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    2015-05-21

    90 Spencer C. Tucker, Vietnam (Lexington, KY: University of Kentucky Press, 1999), 29. 91 Ibid., 30. 92 Ibid., 38. 93 Ibid. 94 Spruyt...the Making of America’s Vietnam. New York, NY: Random House, 2012. Luthy, Herbert . France against Herself: A Perceptive Study of France’s Past, Her...Vietnam 1946: How the War Began. Berkeley, CA: University of California Press, 2009. 52 Tucker, Spencer C. Vietnam. Lexington, KY: University of

  3. University/Industry Alliances. Hearing before the Subcommittee on Science, Research and Technology of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, U.S. House of Representatives. One Hundredth Congress, Second Session, [St. Louis, Missouri] February 8, 1988.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology.

    This document contains the transcript and prepared statements submitted for a Congressional hearing at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Introductory statements by the committee chairman, Representative Doug Walgren, Representative Jack Buechner of Missouri, and Dr. Marguerite R. Barnett, Chancellor of the University of Missouri (St. Louis),…

  4. Need for Continuation of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Report of the Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives, with Dissenting Views. Ninety-Fifth Congress, First Session.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Armed Services.

    The report of the subcommittee favoring continuation of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences consists of four parts: (1) the history of the university, the reasons for its establishment; (2) the findings and conclusions of the subcommittee on the discontinuation of institutional funds; (3) the subcommittee's recommendations for…

  5. 18. Historic American Buildings Survey PHOTOCOPY OF SKETCH BY FREDERIK ...

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    18. Historic American Buildings Survey PHOTOCOPY OF SKETCH BY FREDERIK GJESSING USED TO ILLUSTRATE HIS ARTICLE 'OBSERVATIONS ON THE OLDEST HOUSE, ST. AUGUSTINE,' (p.111) IN EVOLUTION OF THE OLDEST HOUSE TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA: DEPARTMENT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, 1962 - Gonzalez-Alvarez House, 14 Saint Francis Street, Saint Augustine, St. Johns County, FL

  6. Faculty Housing Assistance: A Model for Success.

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    Mertens, Cynthia A.; Beaudoin, Ralph H.

    1993-01-01

    Santa Clara University (California), located where housing costs are high, has developed a faculty housing assistance program to retain faculty. It consists of a shared appreciation mortgage loan, a low interest down payment loan program, and a rental stipend program to give tenure-track faculty an opportunity to save for home purchase. (MSE)

  7. Housing Survey. Campus Housing: Finding the Balance

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    O'Connor, Shannon

    2016-01-01

    Depending on where you look for statistics, the number of students enrolling in colleges or universities is increasing, decreasing or remaining the about the same. Regardless of those trends, campus housing is a marketing tool for institutions looking to draw students to and keep them on campus. Schools need to offer sufficient beds and…

  8. The Annual Squeeze into Hotels, Homes, and Those Dreaded "Converted Triples."

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    Gose, Ben

    1999-01-01

    Colleges and universities face an annual challenge to distribute housing to students. Initial student numbers usually exceed housing potential, but no-shows and early departures often even the numbers in the first few weeks of the year. Complicating factors include families' increasing ability to pay for dormitory housing, better campus housing…

  9. Team Massachusetts & Central America Solar Decathlon 2015 Final Technical Report

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    Lee, Kenneth

    Our team was Team MASSCA (Massachusetts and Central America), which was a partnership of Western New England University (WNE) located in Massachusetts USA, The Technological University of Panama (UTP), and Central American Technological University (UNITEC) of Honduras. Together we had a group of 6 faculty members and approximately 30 undergraduate students. Our house is ‘The EASI’ House, which stands for Efficient, Affordable, Solar Innovation. The EASI house is rectangular with two bedrooms and one bath, and offers a total square footage of 680. Based on competition estimates, The EASI house costs roughly $121,000. The EASI house has a 5kW solarmore » system. Faculty and students from all three institutions were represented at the competition in Irvine California. Team MASSCA did well considering this was our first entry in the Solar Decathlon competition. Team MASSCA won the following awards: First Place – Affordability Contest Second Place – Energy Balance Contest. The competition provided a great experience for our students (and faculty as well). This competition provided leadership, endurance, and technical knowledge/skills for our students, and was the single most important hands-on experience during their undergraduate years. We are extremely pleased with the awards we received. At the same time we have learned from our efforts and would do better if we were to compete in the future. Furthermore, as a result of our team’s Inter-Americas collaborative effort, UTP and WNE have partnered to form Team PANAMASS (PANAma and MASSachusetts) and have developed The 3 SMART House for the inaugural Solar Decathlon Latin America & Caribbean competition held in Colombia.« less

  10. Recognizing Brescia University for 60 years of leadership in higher education.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Guthrie, Brett [R-KY-2

    2010-01-27

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  11. Honoring the graduating Class of 2009 at the University of California, Merced.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Cardoza, Dennis A. [D-CA-18

    2009-05-04

    House - 06/04/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  12. Recognizing Washington State University Honors College for 50 years of excellence.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5

    2010-03-11

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  13. Listening to Consumer Perspectives to Inform Addictions and Housing-Related Practice and Research

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    Farquhar, Stephanie A.; Ryder, Marianne; Henderlong, Derek; Lowe, Robert A.; Amann, Ted

    2014-01-01

    The study, funded by the Northwest Health Foundation of Portland, Oregon and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), was conducted as part of the HEARTH collaborative (Housing, Employment and Recovery Together for Health). HEARTH, established in 2010, is a community-academic partnership involving partners from Portland State University (PSU), Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), and Central City Concern (CCC). Using the approaches of community-based participatory research (CBPR), these diverse stakeholders collaborated to co-develop research of direct relevance to the local community and to national academic and policy communities. This study employed qualitative methods and community-based participatory research principles to solicit personal experiences with housing, employment, and recovery programs. We recruited interview participants via CCC-operated housing programs, including Alcohol and Drug Free Community Housing (ADFC), family housing, transitional housing, and non-ADFC (low barrier) housing units. The manuscript presents interview themes based on the five broad categories of interview questions: housing, employment programs, recovery programs, definitions of recovery, and definitions of success. Co-authors describe recommendations for practice and research protocol based on our findings. Our results highlight the importance of involving consumers in the development, data collection, and analysis of research, and present the unique perspectives of those who experience homelessness, recovery, and the programs designed to assist them. PMID:25580474

  14. Listening to Consumer Perspectives to Inform Addictions and Housing-Related Practice and Research.

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    Farquhar, Stephanie A; Ryder, Marianne; Henderlong, Derek; Lowe, Robert A; Amann, Ted

    2014-06-01

    The study, funded by the Northwest Health Foundation of Portland, Oregon and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), was conducted as part of the HEARTH collaborative (Housing, Employment and Recovery Together for Health). HEARTH, established in 2010, is a community-academic partnership involving partners from Portland State University (PSU), Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), and Central City Concern (CCC). Using the approaches of community-based participatory research (CBPR), these diverse stakeholders collaborated to co-develop research of direct relevance to the local community and to national academic and policy communities. This study employed qualitative methods and community-based participatory research principles to solicit personal experiences with housing, employment, and recovery programs. We recruited interview participants via CCC-operated housing programs, including Alcohol and Drug Free Community Housing (ADFC), family housing, transitional housing, and non-ADFC (low barrier) housing units. The manuscript presents interview themes based on the five broad categories of interview questions: housing, employment programs, recovery programs, definitions of recovery, and definitions of success. Co-authors describe recommendations for practice and research protocol based on our findings. Our results highlight the importance of involving consumers in the development, data collection, and analysis of research, and present the unique perspectives of those who experience homelessness, recovery, and the programs designed to assist them.

  15. Partners in Outreach and Advocacy: Interdisciplinary Opportunities in University-Based Legal Clinics

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    Pearson, Katherine C.; Johnston-Walsh, Lucy

    2006-01-01

    The Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University offers several specialized in-house legal clinics. This article focuses on the outreach services of the Elder Law and Consumer Protection Clinic and the Children's Advocacy Clinic. These programs provide opportunities for law students to obtain practical experience in a thoughtful…

  16. Determinants of Resident Assistant Job Satisfaction in Privatized University Housing

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    Casey, Jennifer Lynn

    2009-01-01

    The general purpose of a residence life program is the improvement of the on-campus student experience in hopes of promoting personal growth, development, and education as well as bolstering retention rates and cultivating future alumni relationships. A residence life program can be found on most four year college and university campuses. Many…

  17. For Universities, Living Smaller Is Living Better

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    Brotman, Jay; Carlson-Reddig, Thomas

    2016-01-01

    As the national discussion about the affordability of U.S. higher education has become a pressing social topic, more university leaders are considering ways to reduce debt burdens and even tuition for today's college students. Housing is a big contributor and often an influence on cost increases for campus life. According to the College Board, the…

  18. The Privacy and Security Policy Vacuum in Higher Education

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    Cate, Fred H.

    2006-01-01

    Colleges and universities face heightened responsibilities. They possess a large volume and variety of sensitive information on a wide range of individuals, and demands for this information are growing. The students that are educated, housed, and/or employed by colleges and universities tend to be in a vulnerable age cohort: eighteen- to…

  19. Motivation and Outcomes for University Students in a Restorative Justice Program

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    Gallagher Dahl, Meghan; Meagher, Peter; Vander Velde, Stacy

    2014-01-01

    A restorative justice program (RJP) was developed at a large university in the housing student conduct office. Students accused of misconduct who participated in a restorative justice (RJ) conference completed surveys regarding their motivations and perceived outcomes. Results showed that students who were motivated to make reparations to others…

  20. FPI Cohort Reports: California State University System

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    Quirk, Robert J.

    2013-01-01

    The California State University (CSU) system is the largest higher educational system in the United States. The system has physical assets valued at more than $20 billion (current replacement value) on the "State" side of the house alone. With over 1,200 buildings, and 50 million square foot of mixed-use space, the CSU facility managers…

  1. Libraries at Nova Southeastern University | Nova Southeastern University

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    NSU has to offer undergraduate students. Student Life Learn why the years you spend at NSU will be , dentistry, law, and psychology. Certificate Receive a graduate level certificate to enhance your skills II teams. Living on Campus On campus housing options for undergraduate and graduate students. Clubs

  2. Is Deferred Maintenance Putting Your College at Risk?

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    Abramson, Paul

    1997-01-01

    There is a national increase in the deferred maintenance of colleges and universities in the United States. The resulting deterioration represents a threat to the capability of higher education facilities to support mission of the colleges and universities they house. A series of questions concerning what the problems are and how they can be…

  3. 77 FR 10543 - Announcement of Funding Awards for the Capacity Building for Sustainable Communities Program for...

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    ... coalition and leadership network of the Sustainable Communities Grantees. The purpose of the network is to..., Montpelier, VT Minnesota Housing Partnership, 2446 University Avenue West, 550,000 Saint Paul, MN PolicyLink........... 400,000 University of Louisville Research Foundation, Inc., 400,000 Stevenson Hall Room, 521 Sponsored...

  4. Gruel and Unusual Nourishment: The Evolving History of Collegiate Food Service

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    Krehbiel, Lee E.; Meabon, Dave L.

    2006-01-01

    This article focuses on the origins, evolution, and social roles played by food service at colleges and universities. It emphasizes: (1) the gradual assumption of responsibility for housing and meals by universities during the medieval period; (2) the role of food service in the "collegiate way" philosophy so influential in British and…

  5. The Energy Smart Guide to Campus Cost Savings.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Department of Energy, Washington, DC. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.

    Rebuild America is a program of the U.S. Department of Energy that focuses on energy-savings solutions as community solutions. It works with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, state and local governments, public and multifamily housing, and commercial buildings. This guide focuses on colleges and universities. Each chapter spells out options…

  6. Maximizing Library Storage with High-Tech Robotic Shelving

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    Amrhein, Rick; Resetar, Donna

    2004-01-01

    This article presents a plan of having a new facility for the library of Valparaiso University. The authors, as dean of library services and assistant university librarian for access services at Valpo, discuss their plan of building a Center for Library and Information Resources that would house more books while also providing computing centers,…

  7. Preparation of Graduate Assistants Teaching First-Year Writing at Ohio Universities

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    Wolf, Amie Caroline

    2012-01-01

    This pilot study examines the new teaching assistant (TA) preparation programs used by Ohio universities, both public and private, that graduate students to staff first-year composition (FYC) classrooms. I collected information about the preparation programs and the components of preparation from in-house materials from each of the schools,…

  8. Engagement over Exposure: Designing Applied Research Projects for Students.

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    Hahn, Hilary; Marquez, Joy; Reznik, Vivian; Hoyt, David; Daley, Sandra

    2002-01-01

    Describes how the University of California San Diego (UCSD), the San Diego Housing Commission, and San Diego State University worked together through the UCSD Community Outreach Partnership Center to engage students in the design and implementation of an applied research project in City Heights, a low-income neighborhood in San Diego. (EV)

  9. The Effects of Feminist Mobilization and Women's Status on Universities' Reporting of Rape

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    Boyle, Kaitlin M.; Barr, Ashley; Clay-Warner, Jody

    2017-01-01

    When establishing the White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault, President Obama reminded universities of their obligation to report accurate rape statistics to the Department of Education. Research has not determined, on a national scale, what factors explain variation in (under)reporting. Using data from 413 top…

  10. Disillusionment with Higher Education in the Middle East and the United States

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    Cochran, Judith A.

    2011-01-01

    University graduates in the Middle East and the United States of America are disillusioned with their higher education degrees. Youth expect to be well employed upon graduation and to improve their social status. Employment has been guaranteed from the earliest university certificates granted in Middle Eastern yeshivas, Houses of Learning, and…

  11. Assembly Required

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    Cardenas, Alberto; Domenech, Fernando

    2005-01-01

    One of the defining elements of a university is its architecture. Whether a school has ivy-covered brick buildings or modern steel and glass structures, the character of its campus may be largely shaped by its buildings and the atmosphere they create. It is essential for a university to provide sufficient housing to meet its needs, but it is also…

  12. 76 FR 74804 - Federal Housing Administration (FHA) First Look Sales Method Under the Neighborhood Stabilization...

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    2011-12-01

    ... participate in the First Look Sales Method. This notice announces the availability of a universal NAID to aid... universal NAID to aid eligible NSP purchasers in the purchase of properties under First Look Sales Method... Administration (FHA) First Look Sales Method Under the Neighborhood Stabilization Programs (NSP) Technical...

  13. An Academic Partnership

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    Horwedel, Dina M.

    2005-01-01

    Black and Hispanic studies are separate fields at most universities. However, at Baruch College, part of the City University of New York system, the Black and Hispanic studies minors are housed under the same roof. The somewhat unique partnership seems to be working, as the minors are among the most popular on the business-oriented campus. Dr.…

  14. Living and Learning Communities: One University's Journey

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    Whitcher-Skinner, Kendra; Dees, Sharon J.; Watkins, Paul

    2017-01-01

    University housing has the capacity to offer more than comfortable living spaces, and campuses across the U.S., including our own, are exploring models of residential learning communities that provide both academic and social support students while cultivating a strong sense of community. In this article, we describe our campus foray into offering…

  15. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Association of College and University Housing Officers (15th, Los Angeles, California, August 4-8, 1963).

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    Association of Coll. and Univ. Housing Officers, Columbia, MO.

    Addresses to the general sessions delivered at the conference in Los Angeles were in the area of student housing in higher education, and the housing and home finance agency's relationship to education and the student. Special sessions covered the following subjects--(1) management and operation--federal housing and home finance, management…

  16. First Student Project at the University of Tennessee at Martin Observatory

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Crews, Lionel J.; Turner, K.; Wesner, P.

    2011-05-01

    The University of Tennessee at Martin has recently completed the construction and setup of an observatory. The dome houses a 16" Meade telescope with SBIG STL-11000M CCD. For its first project, observations of the Delta Scuti type variable SZ Lynx were taken in March and analyzed using MiraPRO. A simple ephemeris calculation was done, and compared to previous results. This project was done under the University Scholars program, a four year scholarship program which includes a faculty-mentored research project.

  17. Promoting the health of young adults in urban public universities: a case study from City University of New York.

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    Freudenberg, Nicholas; Manzo, Luis; Mongiello, Lorraine; Jones, Hollie; Boeri, Natascia; Lamberson, Patricia

    2013-01-01

    Changing demographics of college students and new insights into the developmental trajectory of chronic diseases present universities with opportunities to improve population health and reduce health inequalities. The reciprocal relationships between better health and improved educational achievement also offer university health programs a chance to improve retention and graduation rates, a key objective for higher education. In 2007, City University of New York (CUNY), the nation's largest urban public university, launched Healthy CUNY, an initiative designed to offer life-time protection against chronic diseases and reduce health-related barriers to educational achievement. In its first 5 years, Healthy CUNY has shown that universities can mobilize students, faculty, and other constituencies to modify environments and policies that influence health. New policies on tobacco and campus food, enrollment of needy students in public food and housing assistance programs, and a dialogue on the role of health in academic achievement are first steps towards healthier universities.

  18. Congratulating Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania for 140 years of excellence in higher education.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-5

    2010-03-18

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  19. Commending the University of Alabama for winning the Bowl Championship Series National Championship Game.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Bachus, Spencer [R-AL-6

    2010-01-13

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  20. Recognizing the University of Arizona's 125 years of dedication to excellence in higher education.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Giffords, Gabrielle [D-AZ-8

    2010-03-09

    House - 03/22/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  1. Construction from the Inside Out: UAB's Successful In-House Organization.

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    Baker, Brooks H. III; Hammonds, Hope Duncan

    2001-01-01

    Shares some of the success stories of the University of Alabama's Design Build Services Department and the keys to achieving that success. The evolution of the school's in-house construction management is detailed along with the department's history. (GR)

  2. A Course on Teaching for House Officers.

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    Camp, Martha G.; And Others

    1985-01-01

    A Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest University course on teaching is described that was developed specifically for hospital house officers so that they could become familiar with instructional principles and resources necessary to carry out their teaching responsibilities. (MLW)

  3. Honoring Miami University for its 200 years of commitment to extraordinary higher education.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8

    2009-02-04

    House - 04/22/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  4. Summer residential program: a university model for recruiting high school students to nursing.

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    Cluskey, Maureen; Jackson, Janet E; Brubaker, Cindy L; Cram, Elizabeth M; Awl, Charlotte Pate

    2006-01-01

    As the nursing shortage continues, nurse educators must develop creative strategies to recruit high school students. A midsize university in the Mid-west has found a one-week summer residential enrichment program, offered annually since 1990, to be a successful tool for introducing students to the wide variety of nursing roles and career opportunities. Participants tour various clinical settings and have hands-on clinical experiences in the nursing laboratory. Housed in dormitories with peers who are interested in other fields, they have the opportunity to experience university life. Nurse faculty, alumni, local nursing organizations, and university staff collaborate in offering this program.

  5. A Case Study of Gender Neutral Policies in University Housing

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    Chave, Josh

    2014-01-01

    Gender neutral housing is an innovative new policy being developed in colleges around the country. One reason to create these policies is an attempt to meet the unique needs and challenges of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students. As the number of gender neutral housing policies in the United States continues to rise, research has been…

  6. The Effect of Housing Wealth on College Choice: Evidence from the Housing Boom

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    Lovenheim, Michael F.; Reynolds, C. Lockwood

    2013-01-01

    We use NLSY97 data to examine how home price variation affects the quality of postsecondary schools students attend. We find a $10,000 increase in housing wealth increases the likelihood of public flagship university enrollment relative to nonflagship enrollment by 2.0 percent and decreases the relative probability of attending a community…

  7. Marijuana Laws: Relationships between State Policy and Drug and Alcohol Violations in On-Campus Housing

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    Lyke, Austin

    2018-01-01

    This article investigates the relationship between state-level marijuana policies and drug and alcohol violations in on-campus housing. A review of trends in drug usage precedes discussion of a conceptual framework that can help explain how interactions between college and university student housing and state policy impacts student behavior.…

  8. The Relationship between Food Security, Housing Stability, and School Performance among College Students in an Urban University

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    Silva, Meghan R.; Kleinert, Whitney L.; Sheppard, A. Victoria; Cantrell, Kathryn A.; Freeman-Coppadge, Darren J.; Tsoy, Elena; Roberts, Tangela; Pearrow, Melissa

    2017-01-01

    Although younger populations, such as emerging adults, have been shown to be particularly susceptible to food insecurity and housing instability, the current research is predominantly devoid of literature examining these experiences on college campuses. The present study explores the food and housing vulnerabilities that may be barriers to…

  9. The Pursuit of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification for Campus Housing at Public Universities

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    Konvalinka, April Hicks

    2014-01-01

    This dissertation identifies the reasons why institutions of higher education pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for new construction of campus housing. The research was guided by three questions: 1. Why did the institution choose to pursue LEED certification for campus housing? 2. What considerations should…

  10. Energy Efficiency and Universal Design in Home Renovations - A Comparative Review.

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    Kapedani, Ermal; Herssens, Jasmien; Verbeeck, Griet

    2016-01-01

    Policy and societal objectives indicate a large need for housing renovations that both accommodate lifelong living and significantly increase energy efficiency. However, these two areas of research are not yet examined in conjunction and this paper hypothesizes this as a missed opportunity to create better renovation concepts. The paper outlines a comparative review on research in Energy Efficiency and Universal Design in order to find the similarities and differences in both depth and breadth of knowledge. Scientific literature in the two fields reveals a disparate depth of knowledge in areas of theory, research approach, and degree of implementation in society. Universal Design and Energy Efficiency are part of a trajectory of expanding scope towards greater sustainability and, although social urgency has been a driver of the research intensity and approach in both fields, in energy efficiency there is an engineering, problem solving approach while Universal Design has a more sociological, user-focused one. These different approaches are reflected in the way home owners in Energy Efficiency research are viewed as consumers and decision makers whose drivers are studied, while Universal Design treats home owners as informants in the design process and studies their needs. There is an inherent difficulty in directly merging Universal Design and Energy Efficiency at a conceptual level because Energy Efficiency is understood as a set of measures, i.e. a product, while Universal Design is part of a (design) process. The conceptual difference is apparent in their implementation as well. Internationally energy efficiency in housing has been largely imposed through legislation, while legislation directly mandating Universal Design is either non-existent or it has an explicit focus on accessibility. However, Energy Efficiency and Universal Design can be complementary concepts and, even though it is more complex than expected, the combination offers possibilities to advance knowledge in both fields.

  11. Motivational Factors Underlying College Students' Decisions to Resume Their Educational Pursuits in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina

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    Phillips, Theresa M.; Herlihy, Barbara

    2009-01-01

    This study explored college student persistence at a historically Black university affected by Hurricane Katrina. Predictor variables including sex, residence status, Pell Grant status, campus housing status, college grade point average, attendance before Hurricane Katrina, and attendance at the university by parents or another close relative were…

  12. An Examination of Social Entrepreneurial Competencies in the Roles of Live-in Housing Professionals

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    Vela, Alicia L.

    2012-01-01

    With budgets on the decline, university officials are seeking alternative methods to maintain and increase the type of services provided to students. By incorporating social entrepreneurial competencies in the daily actions of university staff members, staff members will be able to perform their work more effectively and help students acquire…

  13. The Center on Race and Social Problems at the University of Pittsburgh

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    Davis, Larry E.; Bangs, Ralph L.

    2007-01-01

    In 2002, the School of Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh established the Center on Race and Social Problems (CRSP). CRSP, which is the first race research center to be housed in a school of social work, has six foci: economic disparities; educational disparities; interracial group relations; mental health; youth, families, and elderly;…

  14. State and National Accreditation of One University Program: A Case Study

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    Martindale, Maura; Bartell, Carol A.

    2010-01-01

    Programs preparing teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing are typically housed in schools of education and are subject to university requirements as well as state and national accreditation requirements. This article describes how one program to prepare teachers of the deaf, founded in 2007, navigated those requirements and became part of a…

  15. The "Animal House" Effect: How University-Themed Comedy Films Affect Students' Attitudes

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    Wasylkiw, Louise; Currie, Michael

    2012-01-01

    Drawing from learning and attitude theories, the current investigation explores the effect of media on students' attitudes. Study 1 was a content analysis of 34 films classified as university-themed comedies and showed that such films highlighted risk-taking (e.g., alcohol consumption) and minimized the importance of academics (e.g., studying).…

  16. Foundation Resource Guide. A Compilation of Major Foundations That Sponsor Activities Relevant to Community Outreach Partnership Centers.

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    Nelson, Kevin

    This publication highlights national and regional foundations that are most likely to fund colleges and universities to perform activities similar to those undertaken by the Office of University Partnerships' Community Outreach Partnership Center Program (COPC) of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The COPC Program provides…

  17. 12 CFR 1.130 - Type II securities; guidelines for obligations issued for university and housing purposes.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... CURRENCY, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY INVESTMENT SECURITIES Interpretations § 1.130 Type II securities... financing the construction or improvement of facilities at or used by a university or a degree-granting... construction or improvement of facilities used by a hospital may be eligible as a Type II security, if the...

  18. An ERP Post-Implementation Review: Planning for the Future by Looking Back

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    Powel, Wayne D.; Barry, Jim

    2005-01-01

    In 1995, Gonzaga University embarked on a project to implement a university-wide information system. The search for an "out-of-the-box" solution began following an attempt to build an integrated data management system in-house. In 1994, Gonzaga decided to look at commercial solutions to its database management problems. With the blessing…

  19. Developing a Science Cafe Program for Your University Library

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    Scaramozzino, Jeanine Marie; Trujillo, Catherine

    2010-01-01

    The Science Cafe is a national movement that attempts to foster community dialog and inquiry on scientific topics in informal venues such as coffee houses, bookstores, restaurants and bars. The California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Robert E. Kennedy Library staff have taken the Science Cafe model out of bars and cafes and into…

  20. International Students Attending Canadian Universities: Their Experiences with Housing, Finances, and Other Issues

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    Calder, Moira J.; Richter, Solina; Mao, Yuping; Kovacs Burns, Katharina; Mogale, Ramadimetja S.; Danko, Margaret

    2016-01-01

    Universities recruit international students for a number of reasons, including enhancement of global contacts and reputation, to increase enrolment, and to generate revenue from tuition. These students face unique challenges as compared with domestic students, but no published studies or reports exist on this issue. In this article we report our…

  1. Working Together Differently: Addressing the Housing Crisis in Oregon

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    Ramaley, Judith A.

    2017-01-01

    Universities are being asked to prepare our students to navigate successfully in a complex and interconnected world and to contribute to the solution of difficult problems at work and in the communities where they live. Our universities must do the same. We must adapt our approaches to education, scholarship and community involvement in order to…

  2. Microfilming of the Texas Women: A Celebration of History Exhibit Archives in the Texas Woman's University Library.

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    Nicewarner, Metta

    1988-01-01

    Description of the microfilming of a women's studies archive at the Texas Woman's University Library discusses: (1) project background; (2) criteria for equipment purchase; (3) equipment selected; (4) recommended resources; (5) indexing and layout decisions; (6) the filming process; and (7) the pros and cons of in-house microreproduction. (three…

  3. Organizing for Student Success: The University College Model. The First Year Experience Monograph Series No. 53

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    Evenbeck, Scott E.; Jackson, Barbara; Smith, Maggy; Ward, Dorothy

    2010-01-01

    Organizing for Student Success draws on data from more than 50 institutions to provide insight into how university colleges are organized, the initiatives they house, and the practices in place to ensure their effectiveness. Twenty case studies from 15 different campuses offer an in-depth understanding of institutional practice. Ultimately,…

  4. Commending and congratulating the California State University system on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

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    Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-16

    2010-02-25

    House - 03/22/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  5. Experimental transmission of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis biovar equi in horses by house flies

    USDA-ARS?s Scientific Manuscript database

    The route of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis infection in horses remains undetermined, but transmission by insects is suspected. Scientists from CMAVE and Auburn University investigated house flies (Musca domestica L.) as possible vectors. Three ponies were directly inoculated with C. pseudotuber...

  6. 2. Photocopy of photoengraving illustration in George T. Clark, Leland ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    2. Photocopy of photo-engraving illustration in George T. Clark, Leland Stanford, War Governor . . . , Stanford, Calif., Stanford University Press, 1931, p. 114. NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE HOUSE PRIOR TO 1870 - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  7. The use of teleglaucoma at the University of Alberta.

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    Kassam, Faazil; Amin, Samreen; Sogbesan, Enitan; Damji, Karim F

    2012-10-01

    The aim of the teleglaucoma service at the University of Alberta is to improve access for people in northern Alberta who have early-stage glaucoma or who are at risk for glaucoma. Two types of teleglaucoma service are offered: remote and in-house. A standardized approach is used to capture patient information (structured histories, examinations and fundus photographs) which is then sent to a tertiary care centre for grading and recommendations. Only one grader reads and makes management recommendations for each case. Reports are sent electronically. A total of 195 cases have been graded through the remote service since 2008. A total of 62 cases have been graded through the in-house service since 2011. The average reporting time for consultations in the in-house service was 7 days, and it was also 7 days for the remote service. We believe that the use of teleglaucoma can improve the way that patients are diagnosed and managed, both in industrialized and developing countries. Teleglaucoma is currently being used as a screening tool at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi with mobile units equipped with a fundus camera and a visual field machine.

  8. University students' notebook computer use.

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    Jacobs, Karen; Johnson, Peter; Dennerlein, Jack; Peterson, Denise; Kaufman, Justin; Gold, Joshua; Williams, Sarah; Richmond, Nancy; Karban, Stephanie; Firn, Emily; Ansong, Elizabeth; Hudak, Sarah; Tung, Katherine; Hall, Victoria; Pencina, Karol; Pencina, Michael

    2009-05-01

    Recent evidence suggests that university students are self-reporting experiencing musculoskeletal discomfort with computer use similar to levels reported by adult workers. The objective of this study was to determine how university students use notebook computers and to determine what ergonomic strategies might be effective in reducing self-reported musculoskeletal discomfort in this population. Two hundred and eighty-nine university students randomly assigned to one of three towers by the university's Office of Housing participated in this study. The results of this investigation showed a significant reduction in self-reported notebook computer-related discomfort from pre- and post-survey in participants who received notebook computer accessories and in those who received accessories and participatory ergonomics training. A significant increase in post-survey rest breaks was seen. There was a significant correlation between self-reported computer usage and the amount measured using computer usage software (odometer). More research is needed however to determine the most effective ergonomics intervention for university students.

  9. Strengths-Based Approaches in College and University Student Housing: Implications for First-Year Students' Retention and Engagement

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    Soria, Krista M.; Taylor, Leonard, Jr.

    2016-01-01

    Strengths-based approaches are expanding in higher education; however, little is known about the impacts of these approaches in housing and residence life settings. The purpose of this study was to examine the associations between first-year students' strengths interactions in housing and their engagement and retention. The results suggest that…

  10. Small and Shaping the Future Energy Eco-house System

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    Furukawa, Ryuzo; Takahashi, Hideyuki; Sato, Yoshinori; Sasaki, Hiroshi; Isu, Norifumi; Ohtsuka, Masuo; Tohji, Kazuyuki

    2010-11-01

    The objective of this research is to develop the elemental technology of the small and thin energy collection system from water, wind, and others in the house, and examine them at the eco-house which will be built at Tohoku University on March 2010. This small energy storage system will contribute to reduce 10% of greenhouse gas emission from household electricity. This project is done by three following groups. 1st group (NEC-Tokin Co. Ltd.) will develop the technologies on the accumulation of electric power pressured from low electric power in which electricity is generated and on the cooperation with AC power supply used for domestic use for this eco-house system. 2nd group (INAX Co. Ltd.) will develop the elemental technology of the slight energy collection system from tap water in the home using a small hydroelectric generator for this eco-house system. 3rd group (Shoei Co. Ltd.) will develop the technologies on existent magnetic gear device, health appliances (Exercise bike), wind power generator, for this eco-house system. Tokoku University compiles these groups. Furthermore, I develop a search of unused small energy and the use technology, and propose a new energy supply system using solar cell and Li ion secondary battery.

  11. Intercountry Adoption Universal Accreditation Act of 2012

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    Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-13

    2012-06-26

    House - 06/26/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see S.3331, which became Public Law 112-276 on 1/14/2013. Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  12. Recognizing Weber State University for the 120th anniversary of its founding as an institution of higher education.

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    Rep. Bishop, Rob [R-UT-1

    2009-10-22

    House - 12/08/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  13. Congratulating the Duke University men's basketball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship.

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    Rep. Price, David E. [D-NC-4

    2010-04-13

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  14. Congratulating the University of Texas men's swimming and diving team for winning the NCAA Division I national championship.

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    Rep. Smith, Lamar [R-TX-21

    2010-05-06

    House - 05/27/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  15. SOIL AND FILL LABORATORY SUPPORT - 1991

    EPA Science Inventory

    The report gives results of soil analysis laboratory work by the University of Florida in Support of the Florida Radon Research Program (FRRP). Analyses were performed on soil and fill samples collected during 1991 by the FRRP Research House program and the New House Evaluation P...

  16. Colleges Design New Housing to Engage and Retain Students

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    Peterkin, Caitlin

    2013-01-01

    With goals of fostering an intellectual atmosphere, building relationships, and increasing students' involvement on campus--and, ultimately, their rates of retention--universities around the country, including Elon, Michigan State, and Southern Methodist, are looking to residence life. House systems, residential neighborhoods, and living-learning…

  17. Commending the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship.

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    Rep. Perriello, Thomas S.P. [D-VA-5

    2009-12-16

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  18. How to Structure University/Industry Cooperation for Maximum Mutual Benefit

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    Sommer, Klaus H.

    2000-03-01

    Research in the technical industries has changed dramatically in the past twenty years. As part of the change, many companies have shifted their long-term research from within company labs to university labs using a variety of mechanisms for such "cooperations." This talk focuses on how Bayer Corporation uses contract research, unrestricted funds, consortia, and government contracts to supplement in-house research programs. The talk emphasizes the importance of careful tailoring of these mechanisms in order to achieve maximum success for both the company and its university partners.

  19. Responding to the Needs of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the 21st Century. Hearing before the Subcommittee on Select Education of the Committee on Education and the Workforce. House of Representatives, One Hundred Seventh Congress, First Session (Wilberforce, Ohio, July 16, 2001).

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

    The hearing on responding to the needs of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) was one of a series aimed at learning about the issues these institutions face and the opportunities associated with HBCUs. The hearing, held at historic Wilberforce University, an HBCU, afforded a number of witnesses the chance to give testimony about…

  20. Prevalence of and factors associated with regular khat chewing among university students in Ethiopia.

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    Astatkie, Ayalew; Demissie, Meaza; Berhane, Yemane; Worku, Alemayehu

    2015-01-01

    Khat (Catha edulis) is commonly chewed for its psychostimulant and euphorigenic effects in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Students use it to help them study for long hours especially during the period of examination. However, how regularly khat is chewed among university students and its associated factors are not well documented. In this article we report on the prevalence of and factors associated with regular khat chewing among university students in Ethiopia. We did a cross-sectional study from May 20, 2014 to June 23, 2014 on a sample of 1,255 regular students recruited from all campuses of Hawassa University, southern Ethiopia. The data were collected using self-administered questionnaires. We analyzed the data to identify factors associated with current regular khat chewing using complex sample adjusted logistic regression analysis. The prevalence of current regular khat chewing was 10.5% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 6.1%-14.9%). After controlling for sex, religion, year of study, having a father who chews khat, cigarette smoking and alcohol drinking in the adjusted logistic regression model, living off-campus in rented houses as compared to living in the university dormitory (adjusted odds ratio [95% CI] =8.09 [1.56-42.01]), and having friends who chew khat (adjusted odds ratio [95% CI] =4.62 [1.98-10.74]) were found to significantly increase the odds of current regular khat use. Students living outside the university campus in rented houses compared to those living in dormitory and those with khat chewing peers are more likely to use khat. A multipronged prevention approach involving students, the university officials, the surrounding community, and regulatory bodies is required.

  1. Prevalence of and factors associated with regular khat chewing among university students in Ethiopia

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    Astatkie, Ayalew; Demissie, Meaza; Berhane, Yemane; Worku, Alemayehu

    2015-01-01

    Purpose Khat (Catha edulis) is commonly chewed for its psychostimulant and euphorigenic effects in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Students use it to help them study for long hours especially during the period of examination. However, how regularly khat is chewed among university students and its associated factors are not well documented. In this article we report on the prevalence of and factors associated with regular khat chewing among university students in Ethiopia. Methods We did a cross-sectional study from May 20, 2014 to June 23, 2014 on a sample of 1,255 regular students recruited from all campuses of Hawassa University, southern Ethiopia. The data were collected using self-administered questionnaires. We analyzed the data to identify factors associated with current regular khat chewing using complex sample adjusted logistic regression analysis. Results The prevalence of current regular khat chewing was 10.5% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 6.1%–14.9%). After controlling for sex, religion, year of study, having a father who chews khat, cigarette smoking and alcohol drinking in the adjusted logistic regression model, living off-campus in rented houses as compared to living in the university dormitory (adjusted odds ratio [95% CI] =8.09 [1.56–42.01]), and having friends who chew khat (adjusted odds ratio [95% CI] =4.62 [1.98–10.74]) were found to significantly increase the odds of current regular khat use. Conclusion Students living outside the university campus in rented houses compared to those living in dormitory and those with khat chewing peers are more likely to use khat. A multipronged prevention approach involving students, the university officials, the surrounding community, and regulatory bodies is required. PMID:25750551

  2. Honors

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    2012-07-01

    Eleven AGU members are among the 96 recipients of the 2012 Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers announced by the White House on 23 July. They are Anthony Arguez, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA); Joseph Colgan, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS); Temilola Fatoyinbo-Agueh, NASA; Karen Felzer, USGS; Justin Hagerty, USGS; Heileen Hsu-Kim, Duke University; Francis McCubbin, Institute of Meteoritics, University of New Mexico; Jayne Billmayer Morrow, National Institute of Standards and Technology; David Noone, University of Colorado, Boulder; Yuri Shprits, University of California, Los Angeles; and Rebecca Washenfelder, NOAA. The award is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on science and engineering professionals in the early stages of their independent research careers.

  3. The Capstone Sales Course: An Integral Part of a University Level Professional Selling Program

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    Titus, David; Harris, Garth; Gulati, Rajesh; Bristow, Dennis

    2017-01-01

    The Capstone Sales course is the final in a sequence of five required courses in a 15 credit Professional Selling program housed in the Marketing Department at St. Cloud State University. The course is heavily focused on experiential learning activities for senior-level sales students. In this paper details of the course design, instructor and…

  4. A DIY Campus Preservation Plan: Lessons Learned at the University of Mary Washington

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    Smith, Andrea Livi; Spencer, Michael

    2012-01-01

    The University of Mary Washington (UMW) in Fredericksburg, Virginia, was founded in 1908. This article describes the process that led to the UMW preservation plan. Unlike most preservation plans, the UMW plan was developed in-house with limited funds. Furthermore, the catalyst for the plan was a grassroots effort on the part of students and alumni…

  5. The Commuting Student; A Study of Facilities at Wayne State University. The Final Report of the Commuter Centers Project.

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    Ward, Richard F.; Kurz, Theodore E.

    The urban university campus is studied through a comprehensive view of student patterns. Following an analysis of the life patterns of the commuting student with regard to schedule, environment, and adequacy of educational facilities, recommendations are presented for a number of campus facilities to house activities considered beneficial to the…

  6. A Bridge Too Far or a Bridge to the Future? A Case Study in Online Assessment at Charles Sturt University

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    Buchan, Janet F.; Swann, Michael

    2007-01-01

    The in house development of an online assessment tool, OASIS, has provided a unique opportunity to research the use of online assessment in teaching and learning across the university. The developing relationship between IT staff, educational designers and academics serves as a model for integrated and evolving management systems which demonstrate…

  7. Agricultural Research & Education: Serving the Nation. A University Science and Education Exhibit on Capitol Hill, March 2, 1999.

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    National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges, Washington, DC.

    The brochure describes an agricultural science and education exhibition presented by the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges in a Cannon House office building in Washington, DC on March 2, 1999. It gives background information on: three areas in which scientific research and education in the agricultural sciences…

  8. These Bones Are Read: The Science and Politics of Ancient Native America

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    Mayes, Arion T.

    2010-01-01

    At approximately 9,500 years old, two sets of human remains from La Jolla, California (W-12), known as the University House Burials due to the physical location of their discovery on property owned by the University of California, San Diego, are some of the oldest in the United States. These burials are central to a repatriation controversy…

  9. Minority First-Generation Students' Satisfaction with Services at a Liberal Arts University in the Southeast United States

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    Chambers, Sabrina

    2017-01-01

    This qualitative study was performed at a liberal arts university in the southeast United States. Thirty-nine undergraduate minority first-generation students were interviewed to acquire knowledge of their satisfaction levels with four student services: tutoring, campus housing, financial aid, and career planning. The purpose of this study was to…

  10. Congratulating Jim Boeheim, head coach of the Syracuse University Orange men's basketball team and a native of Lyons, New York, for receiving many coaching awards for the impressive achievements of the Syracuse University Orange 2009-2010 men's basketball team.

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    Rep. Maffei, Daniel B. [D-NY-25

    2010-04-29

    House - 05/27/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  11. New Workflows for Born-Digital Assets: Managing Charles E. Bracker's Orchid Photographs Collection

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    Hurford, Amanda A.; Runyon, Carolyn F.

    2011-01-01

    Charles E. Bracker was a professor of botany and plant pathology at Purdue University from 1964 to 1999. His late wife, Anri, was an orchid enthusiast who began collecting and housing orchids in the 1980s. In 2009, Bracker's 30,000 digital orchid photographs were donated to Ball State University Libraries, where both of this article's authors…

  12. Commending the University of Connecticut Huskies for their historic win in the 2010 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2

    2010-04-13

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  13. Teaching Students How To Become In-House Counsel.

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    Day, Christian C.

    2001-01-01

    Describes in detail the development of a course at the Syracuse University College of Law titled General Counsel Applied Learning Course. Its aim is to meet the need of corporate America for new lawyers versed in the functions, techniques, and legal environment of in-house counsel. (EV)

  14. Social Learning: Medical Student Perceptions of Geriatric House Calls

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    Abbey, Linda; Willett, Rita; Selby-Penczak, Rachel; McKnight, Roberta

    2010-01-01

    Bandura's social learning theory provides a useful conceptual framework to understand medical students' perceptions of a house calls experience at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Social learning and role modeling reflect Liaison Committee on Medical Education guidelines for "Medical schools (to) ensure that the learning…

  15. Wireless Telegraphy Number 2,

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1977-05-09

    from one of the Moscow institutes. In childhood he played at hypnosis with his sister and hypnotized her. He studies In the 11th grade at night school...university house before nightfall. On the neighboring house I noticed a memorial plaque . I approached closer . I read the inscription on the white

  16. Congratulating the 2009-2010 University of Maryland Men's Basketball Team, Greivis Vasquez, and Coach Gary Williams on an outstanding season.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5

    2010-03-16

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  17. Congratulating the Emporia State University Lady Hornets women's basketball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division II National Championship.

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    Rep. Moran, Jerry [R-KS-1

    2010-04-22

    House - 05/27/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  18. Congratulating the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for its 150 years of commitment to advancing science and improving health.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7

    2010-01-12

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  19. Low-Friction, High-Stiffness Joint for Uniaxial Load Cell

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    Lewis, James L.; Le, Thang; Carroll, Monty B.

    2007-01-01

    A universal-joint assembly has been devised for transferring axial tension or compression to a load cell. To maximize measurement accuracy, the assembly is required to minimize any moments and non-axial forces on the load cell and to exhibit little or no hysteresis. The requirement to minimize hysteresis translates to a requirement to maximize axial stiffness (including minimizing backlash) and a simultaneous requirement to minimize friction. In practice, these are competing requirements, encountered repeatedly in efforts to design universal joints. Often, universal-joint designs represent compromises between these requirements. The improved universal-joint assembly contains two universal joints, each containing two adjustable pairs of angular-contact ball bearings. One might be tempted to ask why one could not use simple ball-and-socket joints rather than something as complex as universal joints containing adjustable pairs of angularcontact ball bearings. The answer is that ball-and-socket joints do not offer sufficient latitude to trade stiffness versus friction: the inevitable result of an attempt to make such a trade in a ball-and-socket joint is either too much backlash or too much friction. The universal joints are located at opposite ends of an axial subassembly that contains the load cell. The axial subassembly includes an axial shaft, an axial housing, and a fifth adjustable pair of angular-contact ball bearings that allows rotation of the axial housing relative to the shaft. The preload on each pair of angular-contact ball bearings can be adjusted to obtain the required stiffness with minimal friction, tailored for a specific application. The universal joint at each end affords two degrees of freedom, allowing only axial force to reach the load cell regardless of application of moments and non-axial forces. The rotational joint on the axial subassembly affords a fifth degree of freedom, preventing application of a torsion load to the load cell.

  20. NexusHaus: Solar Decathlon House

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    Garrison, Michael Lynn

    The University of Texas at Austin and The Technical University of Munich 2015 Solar Decathlon house is called Nexushaus because it combines UT Austin and TUM students in an affordable modular residential green building in the context of Austin, Texas, based on shape forming principles found in nature that demonstrates transformative technologies in Zero Net Energy, Zero Net Water and Carbon Neutrality. To meet the needs of the competition, a portable modular design has been developed with an assembly that enables ease of installation and both quantitative and qualitative performance in the design. The prefabricated house sits lightly on themore » land and forms the superstructure for photovoltaic technologies, rainwater collection, aquaculture and permaculture gardening and indoor/outdoor living. The ultimate goal of Nexushaus is to serve as a potential prototype for a next-generation modular home that could be reproduced in mass in an assembly plant in Austin.« less

  1. Housing Archetype Analysis for Home Energy-Efficient Retrofit in the Great Lakes Region

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    Kim, S. -K.; Mrozowski, T.; Harrell-Seyburn, A.

    This project report details activities and results of the "Market Characterization" project undertaken by the Cost Effective Energy Retrofit (CEER) team targeted toward the DOE goal of achieving 30%-50% reduction in existing building energy use. CEER consists of members from the Dow Chemical Company, Michigan State University, Ferris State University, and Habitat for Humanity Kent County. The purpose of this market characterization project was to identify housing archetypes which are dominant within the Great Lakes region and therefore offer significant potential for energy-efficient retrofit research and implementation due to the substantial number of homes possessing similar characteristics. Understanding the characteristicsmore » of housing groups referred to as "archetypes" by vintage, style, and construction characteristics can allow research teams to focus their retrofit research and develop prescriptive solutions for those structure types which are prevalent and offer high potential uptake within a region or market.« less

  2. Hearings Before the Special Subcommittee on Education of the Committee on Education and Labor, House of Representatives, Ninety-third Congress, First Session on H.R. 1144, H.R. 2994, H.R. 7261, H.R. 9065, H.R. 9960, H.R. 10027, H.R. 11658, and S. 1418. Bills to Provide Grants to Eisenhower College, Deganawidah-Quetzalcoatl University, the Sam Rayburn Library, the Winston Churchill Memorial Library, and the Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Education and Labor.

    This document presents hearings before the special subcommittee on Education of the Committee on Education and Labor, House of Representatives, 93rd Congress concerning the provision of grants to Eisenhower College, Deganawidah-Quetzalcoatl University, the Sam Rayburn Library, the Winston Churchill Library, and the Hoover Institute on War,…

  3. Solving the Housing Equation: Michael P. Johnson

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    Roach, Ronald

    2005-01-01

    Dr. Michael P. Johnson, an associate professor of management science and urban affairs at the H. John Heinz III School of Public Policy and Management at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, is taking management science tools and innovative information technology applications to the housing field. Concerned that organizations that develop and…

  4. SOIL AND FILL LABORATORY SUPPORT - 1992 RADIOLOGICAL ANALYSES - FLORIDA RADON RESEARCH PROGRAM

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    The report gives results of soil analysis laboratory work by the University of Florida in support of the Florida Radon Research Program (FRRP). Analyses were performed on soil and fill samples collected during 1992 by the FRRP Research House Program and the New House Evaluation P...

  5. Xylaria at the Forest Products Laboratory : past, present, and future

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    Regis B. Miller

    1999-01-01

    This report describes the history and current status of wood collections housed in the Center for Wood Anatomy Research at the Forest Products Laboratory, USDA Forest Service. The collections include the original Madison collection (MADw.) and the collection formerly housed at the Yale School of Forestry, Yale University (...

  6. A Committee on Well-Being of Medical Students and House Staff.

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    Weinstein, Harvey M.

    1983-01-01

    A committee was established in a university medical center to address socioemotional aspects of medical training and to enhance the learning environment. Problem areas identified for program development included poor communication, stress on self and relationships, need for advocacy, and lack of support for house staff members. (MSE)

  7. Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Guy Harvey Oceanographic Center

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    Mailman Segal Center for Human Development Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing Shepard Broad College of . Continuing Education Financial Aid Career Development Regional Campuses International Affairs Veterans Arts and culture on campus including theatre, music, and art. Campus Housing Off-Campus Housing Campus

  8. A House Divided? Examining Persistence for On-Campus STEM and Non-STEM Students

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    Gansemer-Topf, Ann M.; Kollasch, Aurelia; Sun, Jie

    2017-01-01

    Improving student persistence, especially in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, continues to be at the forefront of national educational policy discussions. Living in university housing, with its focus specifically on assisting students in transition, has consistently been positively related to student persistence.…

  9. Facility Focus: Residence Halls.

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    College Planning & Management, 2002

    2002-01-01

    Describes residence halls seeking to meet needs beyond traditional mass housing for the 18- to 22-year-old students: Whittemore Hall at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College (for older students); Small Group Housing at Washington University (grouping students with common interests); and the renovation of the residence hall at Boston's…

  10. Sao Paulo Map Collections.

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    McLean, G. Robert

    1985-01-01

    Describes geographical, subject, and chronological aspects of 25 cartographic collections housed in university, public, special, state, and semi-state libraries in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Three size categories of map holdings (more than 10,000, 1,000-10,000, less than 1,000) are distinguished. A list of 27 Sao Paulo institutions housing map collections…

  11. Germany As We Saw It. Third Edition, 1963.

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    Stanford Univ., CA.

    Closeup studies of German life in the Stuttgart area are reported here by 79 participants of Stanford University's 1963 National Defense Education Act Second-Level Institute for Elementary and Secondary School Teachers held at Bad Boll, Germany. Elementary and secondary education, work and family life, and housing and housing developments are…

  12. Colleges Turn to Private Companies To Build and Run Student Housing.

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    van der Werf, Martin

    1999-01-01

    Increasingly, colleges and universities are privatizing housing, attracted to the limited financial outlay and involvement in management. Critics fear that institutions' financial positions will be compromised if the private developers have problems, and that institutions will lose control of financial aspects and quality of residence-hall life,…

  13. Congratulating the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia, for more than 100 years of service and leadership to the United States.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1

    2009-01-21

    House - 03/06/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  14. Recognizing and commending University of Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford for winning the 2008 Heisman Trophy and for his academic and athletic accomplishments.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Fallin, Mary [R-OK-5

    2009-01-14

    House - 03/06/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  15. Cardboard Houses with Wings: The Architecture of Alabama's Rural Studio

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    Botz-Bornstein, Thorsten

    2010-01-01

    The Rural Studio, an outreach program of Auburn University, designs innovative houses for poor people living in Alabama's Hale County by using "junk" such as car windshields, carpet tiles, baled cardboard, and old license plates. The article theorizes this particular architecture in terms of Critical Regionalism, developed by…

  16. Where Should Athletic Training Programs Be Housed?

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    Eaves, Ted

    2010-01-01

    Context: Where a professional athletic training education program (ATEP) should be housed within a college/university has been a topic of discussion for many years. While individual institutions have unique preferences and priorities that suit its specific situation, it is essential that the field as a whole develops a consistent and cohesive…

  17. Animal house: University risk environments and the regulation of students' alcohol use.

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    Wilkinson, Blair; Ivsins, Andrew

    2017-09-01

    This article extends the risk environment framework to understand the factors that universities identify as influencing university students' risky drinking behaviours and universities attempts at managing risky alcohol use on their campuses. This article examines data collected as part of qualitative fieldwork on university corporate security services, and others involved in university alcohol policy implementation (e.g., residence services), conducted at five Canadian universities. Interviews (n=56), fieldnotes from 246h of observations of university corporate security personnel, and university policy documents (i.e., codes of student behaviour, residence policies) were analysed to understand the influence of risk environments on high-risk alcohol use. We identify three risk environments on university campuses in relation to the use and regulation of alcohol: the physical, social, and policy environments. Residence buildings and abutting spaces (physical risk environment) and the university "party" culture (social risk environment) are principal contributors to risk within their risk environments. University policies and practices (policy risk environment) attempt to modify these environments in order to manage risky alcohol use. We suggest current approaches to regulating student alcohol use may not be the best approach to preventing harms (e.g., health problems, legal troubles) to students. Given university policies and practices have the potential to shape and influence risky alcohol use and associated harms we argue it is necessary for university administrators to adopt the best practices of "harm reduction" and seek new ways to address on-campus alcohol use. Copyright © 2017 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

  18. How Do Marital Status and Gender Affect the PRR to a University Degree in Australia?

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    Wright, Sarah

    2011-01-01

    While Australian evidence suggests that the Private Rate of Return (PRR) to a university degree in Australia has gradually declined with increases in the cost of higher education, these studies have only measured the PRR for the average male and average female. This paper uses income data from the ABS Income and Housing Survey (2003-04) CURF to…

  19. Research on Potential of Advanced Technology for Housing. A Building System Based on Filament Winding and New Developments in Water and Waste Management.

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    Michigan Univ., Ann Arbor.

    The University of Michigan and Aerojet Corporation report their development of a new building system which will offer the consumer a higher quality product at lower cost. To achieve this goal, the University-Aerojet proposal suggested filament winding (a process derived from the aerospace program for the manufacture of reinforced plastic…

  20. Colleague 1989. An Annual Collection of Articles on Academic and Administrative Issues Facing Community Colleges of the State University of New York.

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    State Univ. of New York, Albany.

    Designed as a means of communicating creative ideas in community college education, this second edition of Colleague contains 11 articles on instructional and administrative issues facing the community colleges of the State University of New York. The collection includes: (1) "Professional Growth and Development: An In-House Effort," by Alvin J.…

  1. The Florida State University's Learning District: A Case Study of an Academic Library-Run Peer Tutoring Program

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    Demeter, Michelle

    2011-01-01

    In March 2010, the first floor of the main library at The Florida State University was renovated as a learning commons. With this change in design, all tutoring that existed throughout the library was moved into the commons. The crown jewel of these programs is the library's in-house, late-night peer tutoring program that has seen incredible…

  2. Social Support, Sense of Community, and Psychological Distress among College Students: Examining the Impact of University Housing Units

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    Suitor, Daniel Troy

    2013-01-01

    Attending college can be a rewarding but stressful time for students. Colleges and universities across the nation are becoming more and more concerned with the mental health of their students. Although past research has explored how social support and sense of community help students make a better transition to college life, less is known about…

  3. DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

    Pickerill, Heath

    The purpose of the project was to build a competitive solar-powered house for the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2015 held in Irvine, California. The house, named the Nest Home, was an innovative design that works with the environment to meet the needs of the occupants, identified as a growing family. Reused materials were instrumental in the design. Three refurbished shipping containers composed the primary structure of the house, creating an open floor plan that defies common architecture for container homes. The exterior siding was made of deconstructed shipping pallets collected locally. Other recycled products included carpet composed ofmore » discarded fishing nets, denim batting made of recycled blue jeans that outperform traditional fiberglass insulation in sound proofing and thermal resistance, and kitchen cabinets that were purchased used and refinished. Collectively these elements formed a well-balanced blend of modern design, comfort, and sustainability. The house was Missouri University of Science and Technology’s sixth entry in the DOE Solar Decathlon. Missouri S&T has been invited to compete in six of the seven decathlons held, more than any other university worldwide. The house was brought back to Rolla after the Decathlon in California where it has been placed in its permanent location on the S&T campus.« less

  4. Shortsighted Tax Policy: Senate and House Tax Reform Bills Would Increase Burdens on Universities and Students

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    Morris, Matthew A.

    2017-01-01

    If there is one area of common ground between the Republican leadership in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, it is that the time has finally come for those entities that are not currently paying their fair share of taxes to step forward and be held accountable. Both the Senate and House tax reform bills propose that these…

  5. Applying Bim to Built Heritage with Complex Shapes: the Ice House of Filarete's Ospedale Maggiore in Milan, Italy

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    Oreni, D.; Karimi, G.; Barazzetti, L.

    2017-08-01

    This paper presents the development of a BIM model for a stratified historic structure characterized by a complex geometry: Filarete's Ospedale Maggiore ice house, one of the few remaining historic ice houses in Milan (Fig. 1). Filarete, a well-known Renaissance architect and theorist, planned the hospital in the 15th century, but the ice house was built two centuries later with a double-storey irregular octagonal brick structure, half under and half above ground, that enclosed another circular structure called the ice room. The purpose of the double-walled structure was to store ice in the middle and store and preserve perishable food and medicine at the outer side of the ice room. During World War II, major portions of the hospital and the above-ground section of the ice house was bombed and heavily damaged. Later, in 1962, the hospital was restored and rehabilitated into a university, with the plan to conceal the ice house's remaining structure in the courtyard, which ultimately was excavated and incorporated into a new library for the university. A team of engineers, architects, and students from Politecnico di Milano and Carleton University conducted two heritage recording surveys in 2015 and 2016 to fully document the existing condition of the ice house, resulting in an inclusive laser scanner and photogrammetric point cloud dataset. The point cloud data was consolidated and imported into two leading parametric modelling software, Autodesk Revitand Graphisoft ArchiCAD©, with the goal to develop two BIMs in parallel in order to study and compare the software BIM workflow, parametric capabilities, attributes to capture the complex geometry with high accuracy, and the duration for parametric modelling. The comparison study of the two software revealed their workflow limitations, leading to integration of the BIM generative process with other pure modelling software such as Rhinoceros©. The integrative BIM process led to the production of a comprehensive BIM model that documented related historic data and the existing physical state of the ice house, to be used as a baseline for preventive maintenance, monitoring, and future conservation projects.

  6. Support for 26th International Conference on Neutrino Physics and Astrophysics

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    Kearns, Edward; Feldman, Gary

    The XXVI International Conference on Neutrino Physics and Astrophysics (Neutrino 2014) was held in Boston, U.S.A. from June 2 to 7, 2014. The Conference was co-­hosted by Boston University, Harvard University, M.I.T., and Tufts University. The Conference welcomed 549 registered participants from 33 countries. The Boston University Student Village offered an inexpensive housing option and was taken advantage of by 282 attendees. The lecture venue was the George Sherman Union at Boston University. There were 63 scientific presentations by speakers from 15 countries. The Conference held two poster sessions with a total of 287 posters. The Conference featured a receptionmore » at the M.I.T. Museum plus a multi-­week exhibition on neutrino physics capped by public presentations on the closing date of the conference. The banquet was a strolling buffet dinner held at the New England Aquarium.« less

  7. Proceedings of the 6th Annual Summer Conference: NASA/USRA University Advanced Design Program

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    1990-01-01

    The NASA/USRA University Advanced Design Program is a unique program that brings together NASA engineers, students, and faculty from United States engineering schools by integrating current and future NASA space/aeronautics engineering design projects into the university curriculum. The Program was conceived in the fall of 1984 as a pilot project to foster engineering design education in the universities and to supplement NASA's in-house efforts in advanced planning for space and aeronautics design. Nine universities and five NASA centers participated in the first year of the pilot project. The study topics cover a broad range of potential space and aeronautics projects that could be undertaken during a 20 to 30 year period beginning with the deployment of the Space Station Freedom scheduled for the mid-1990s. Both manned and unmanned endeavors are embraced, and the systems approach to the design problem is emphasized.

  8. Impact of CALL In-House Professional Development Training on Teachers' Pedagogy: An Evaluative Study

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    Sulaimani, Amjjad Osama; Sarhandi, Pir Suhail Ahmed; Buledi, Majid Hussain

    2017-01-01

    This study examines the impact of computer-assisted language learning (CALL) in-house professional development trainings based on Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge in-Action (TPACK-In-Action) model on female teachers' pedagogy at a Saudi Arabian university. Data were collected using survey questionnaires to gather participants'…

  9. Campuses See Rising Demand for Housing

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    Hoover, Eric

    2008-01-01

    The numbers looked strange. In early March, the University of Missouri had received many more campus-housing contracts than it expected. Each year many upperclassmen cancel their agreements after finding an off-campus rental, leaving enough spaces for incoming students. But on March 17, the first day freshmen could select their rooms online, there…

  10. ESO

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    2009 100 Hours of Astronomy The Eye 3D IMAX® 3D Film Hidden Universe Open House Day 2011 Open House and Jupiter - 1994 Comet Hale Bopp - 1994 Astronomy Communication Seminars Outreach Education Educational Material Science in School ESO Astronomy Camp 2017 ESO Astronomy Camp 2016 ESO Astronomy Camp 2015

  11. Hydrogen sulfide and nonmethane hydrocarbon emissions from broiler houses in the Southeastern United States

    USDA-ARS?s Scientific Manuscript database

    Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and nonmethane hydrocarbon (NMHC) emissions from two mechanically ventilated commercial broiler houses located in the Southeastern United States were continuously monitored over 12 flocks during the one-year period of 2006-2007 as a joint effort between Iowa State University a...

  12. Predictors of College-Student Food Security and Fruit and Vegetable Intake Differ by Housing Type

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    Mirabitur, Erica; Peterson, Karen E.; Rathz, Colleen; Matlen, Stacey; Kasper, Nicole

    2016-01-01

    Objective: We assessed whether college-student characteristics associate with food security and fruit and vegetable (FV) intake and whether these associations differ in students in housing with and without food provision. Participants: 514 randomly-sampled students from a large, Midwestern, public university in 2012 and 2013 Methods: Ordered…

  13. Congratulating the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-5

    2010-02-25

    House - 03/22/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  14. Privatized Student Housing and the Decision-Making Process

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    Aska, Aaron C.

    2012-01-01

    This study will examine the decision-making process used to construct privatized student housing as well as the factors that contribute to that process among public four-year institutions in New Jersey. A growing number of public universities are exploring ways to develop successful public private partnerships (P3s) in an effort to improve…

  15. Congratulating Flint native, University of Alabama sophomore, and running back Mark Ingram on winning the 2009 Heisman Trophy and honoring both his athletic and academic achievements.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Kildee, Dale E. [D-MI-5

    2009-12-15

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  16. 1. Photocopy of measured drawing (from: Harvey, Robert R. 'Historic ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    1. Photocopy of measured drawing (from: Harvey, Robert R. 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior to and During the Civil War Period.' Ames, IA: Iowa State University, 1960) Robert R. Harvey, delineator 1960 FLOOR PLAN, ORIGINAL HOUSE ('FIGURE 3-A') - Caleb Clark House, 814 South Eighth Street, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  17. 77 FR 67535 - 2012-2014 Enterprise Housing Goals

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    2012-11-13

    ... 20 percent in this final rule. \\18\\ See The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University...;Prices of new books are listed in the first FEDERAL REGISTER issue of each #0;week. #0; #0; #0; #0;#0... on their books; (b) ensure profitability in the new book of business without deterring market...

  18. State of STEM (SoSTEM) Address

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    2014-01-29

    Environmentalist and third-year law student at Elon University School of Law Tyrone Davis speaks at the annual White House State of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (SoSTEM) address, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, in the South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex in Washington. Photo Credit: (NASA/Bill Ingalls)

  19. From Learning in Coffee Houses to Learning with Open Educational Resources

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    Peter, Sandra; Farrell, Lesley

    2013-01-01

    What is "open" about Open Educational Resources? How does education become "open" when it is removed from the institutional housing of the school or the university and develops in public social settings? Has the Internet, in providing educational content without cost and free of copyright restrictions, provoked a unique and…

  20. Social Indicators in Surveys of Urban Aboriginal Residents in Saskatoon

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    Anderson, Alan B.; Spence, Cara

    2008-01-01

    The Bridges and Foundations Project on Urban Aboriginal Housing, a Community-University Research Alliance (CURA) project financed primarily by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), has been operational in Saskatoon since early 2001. During these past 5 years…

  1. Resident Retention: Understanding and Predicting On-Campus Residents' Decisions to Return to Campus Housing

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    Smith, Kyle David

    2017-01-01

    Faced with the most drastic economic downturn since the Great Depression, public institutions of higher education have been increasing tuition, cutting programs, and finding creative ways to generate more revenue since 2008. Higher rates of housing occupancy lead to greater financial stability for colleges and universities (Mitchell &…

  2. 1. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic ...

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    1. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior To and During the Civil War Period,' Unpublished Report, Iowa State University, (Ames, IA), 1960.) FLOOR PLAN, ORIGINAL HOUSE ('Fig. 5-A') - J. G. Vawter House, First Avenue & South Street, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  3. Collection Development "Universal Design": Design for Everyone

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    Felix, Lisa

    2008-01-01

    As the first wave of baby boomers hit their "golden years," there is a growing demand for housing that meets their changing physical needs. The older and disabled population face a lot of physical challenges in a traditional home. Before homeowners can modify their houses, they must first understand the key design terminology involved.…

  4. First solar radio spectrometer deployed in Scotland, UK

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    Monstein, Christian

    2012-10-01

    A new Callisto solar radio spectrometer system has recently been installed and set into operation at Acre Road Observatory, a facility of University of Glasgow, Scotland UK. There has been an Observatory associated with Glasgow University since 1757, and they presently occupy two different sites. The main observatory ('Acre Road') is close to the Garscube Estate on the outskirts of the city of Glasgow. The outstation ('Cochno', housing the big 20 inch Grubb Parsons telescope) is located farther out at a darker site in the Kilpatrick Hills. The Acre Road Observatory comprises teaching and research labs, a workshop, the main dome housing the 16 inch Meade, the solar dome, presently housing the 12 inch Meade, a transit house containing the transit telescope, a 3m HI radio telescope and a 408 MHz pulsar telescope. They also have 10 and 8 inch Meade telescopes and several 5 inch Celestron instruments. There is a small planetarium beneath the solar dome. The new Callisto instrument is mainly foreseen for scientific solar burst observations as well as for student projects and for 'bad-weather' outreach activities.

  5. To amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that funds received as universal service contributions and the universal service support programs established pursuant to that section are not subject to certain provisions of title 31, United States Code, commonly known as the Antideficiency Act.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Rehberg, Denny [R-MT-At Large

    2009-04-28

    House - 04/29/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  6. Thirdspace Explorations in Online Writing Studios: Writing Centers, Writing in the Disiplines and First Year Composition in the Corporate University

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    Miley, Michelle L.

    2013-01-01

    This study explores the use of online writing studios housed in the University Writing Center and attached to a Writing in the Disciplines course in the College of Technology and a First Year Composition program. The original goal of the online writing studio, modified from Grego and Thompson's (2009) writing studio approach, was to create an…

  7. The National Nanotechnology Initiative. Research and Development Leading to a Revolution in Technology and Industry. Supplement to the President’s FY 2007 Budget

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    2006-07-01

    Risbrudt Theodore Wegner Intelligence Technology Innovation Center (ITIC) Susan Durham International Trade Commission (ITC) Elizabeth Nesbitt National...Hays, Deputy Associate Director for Technology, OSTP Congressional Perspective Elizabeth Grossman and James Wilson, House Committee on Science...Scientific Impact of NNI Speakers: Sam Stupp, Northwestern University Moungi Bawendi, MIT Ellen Williams, University of Maryland Lou Brus , Columbia

  8. Federal Research Grants: Compensation Paid to Graduate Students at the University of California. Report to the Chairman, Committee on Commerce, House of Representatives.

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    Hast, Robert H.

    This report presents findings of an investigation of the use of federal research and development grant funds by the University of California system in its payments to graduate student researchers (GSRs). Specifically, the study examined whether: (1) compensation paid to GSRs was in accordance with guidelines of the Office of Management and Budget;…

  9. The Pursuit of Excellence: An Analysis of the Honors College Application and Enrollment Decision for a Large Public University

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    Singell, Larry D., Jr.; Tang, Hui-Hsuan

    2012-01-01

    Honors colleges housed in public universities began only in the last half century, but have become nearly ubiquitous over the last 20 years. This paper, using recent data from the oldest stand-alone honors college in the country, is the first to study how the application and enrollment decisions of honors college students differ from the general…

  10. Developing Conceptual Framework for Revising Self-Learning Materials (SLMs) of the Open School (OS) of Bangladesh Open University (BOU) at a Digital Environment

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    Yeasmin, Sabina; Murthy, C. R. K.

    2011-01-01

    Bangladesh Open University (BOU) runs school programs as part of its academic activities through open schooling since its inception. As of today, the Open School uses the first generation self-learning materials (SLMs) written, before an era, following an in-house style and template. The concerned faculty member corrects, every year, texts before…

  11. Developing Conceptual Framework for Revising Self-Learning Materials (SLMs) of the Open School (OS) of Bangladesh Open University (BOU) at a Digital Environment

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    Yeasmin, Sabina; Murthy, C. R. K.

    2012-01-01

    Bangladesh Open University (BOU) runs school programs as part of its academic activities through open schooling since its inception. As of today, the Open School uses the first generation self-learning materials (SLMs) written, before an era, following an in-house style and template. The concerned faculty member corrects, every year, texts before…

  12. State of STEM (SoSTEM) Address

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    2014-01-29

    Environmentalist and third-year law student at Elon University School of Law Tyrone Davis is interviewed by TIME for Kids reporter Grace Clark ahead of the annual White House State of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (SoSTEM) address, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, in the South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex in Washington. Davis sat with the First Lady at the President’s 2014 State of the Union Address. As a Fellow with the Environmental Defense Fund in 2010, he helped show Elizabeth City State University how to save more than $31,000 a year and 200 tons of carbon emissions reductions annually by using technology and efficiency solutions. Photo Credit: (NASA/Bill Ingalls)

  13. Auditing Albaha University Network Security using in-house Developed Penetration Tool

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    Alzahrani, M. E.

    2018-03-01

    Network security becomes very important aspect in any enterprise/organization computer network. If important information of the organization can be accessed by anyone it may be used against the organization for further own interest. Thus, network security comes into it roles. One of important aspect of security management is security audit. Security performance of Albaha university network is relatively low (in term of the total controls outlined in the ISO 27002 security control framework). This paper proposes network security audit tool to address issues in Albaha University network. The proposed penetration tool uses Nessus and Metasploit tool to find out the vulnerability of a site. A regular self-audit using inhouse developed tool will increase the overall security and performance of Albaha university network. Important results of the penetration test are discussed.

  14. Careers and people

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    2009-02-01

    Early-career scientists honoured Nine physicists were among 67 US-based researchers to be awarded a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers at a White House ceremony in late December 2008. The award comes with up to five years' funding for research deemed critical to government missions. This year's winners include nuclear physicist Mickey Chiu and particle physicist Hooman Davoudiasl, both of the Brookhaven National Laboratory; biophysicist Michael Elowitz of the California Institute of Technology; Chad Fertig, an atomic physicist at the University of Georgia; astronomer Charles Kankelborg of Montana State University; astrophysicist Merav Opher of George Mason University; theorist Robin Santra of the Argonne National Laboratory; quantum-computing researcher Raymond Simmons of the National Institute of Standards and Technologies in Boulder, Colorado; and string theorist Anastasia Volovich of Brown University.

  15. Geological Investigation and analysis in response to Earthquake Induced Landslide in West Sumatra

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    Karnawati, D.; Wilopo, W.; Salahudin, S.; Sudarno, I.; Burton, P.

    2009-12-01

    Substantial socio-economical loss occurred in response to the September 30. 2009 West Sumatra Earthquake with magnitude of 7.6. Damage of houses and engineered structures mostly occurred at the low land of alluvium sediments due to the ground amplification, whilst at the high land of mountain slopes several villages were buried by massive debris of rocks and soils. It was recorded that 1115 people died due to this disasters. Series of geological investigation was carried out by Geological Engineering Department of Gadjah Mada University, with the purpose to support the rehabilitation program. Based on this preliminary investigation it was identified that most of the house and engineered structural damages at the alluvial deposits mainly due to by the poor quality of such houses and engineered structures, which poorly resist the ground amplification, instead of due to the control of geological conditions. On the other hand, the existence and distribution of structural geology (faults and joints) at the mountaineous regions are significant in controlling the distribution of landslides, with the types of rock falls, debris flows and debris falls. Despite the landslide susceptibility mapping conducted by Geological Survey of Indonesia, more detailed investigation is required to be carried out in the region surrounding Maninjau Lake, in order to provide safer places for village relocation. Accordingly Gadjah Mada University in collaboration with the local university (Andalas University) as well as with the local Government of Agam Regency and the Geological Survey of Indonesia, serve the mission for conducting rather more detailed geological and landslide investigation. It is also crucial that the investigation (survey and mapping) on the social perception and expectation of local people living in this landslide susceptible area should also be carried out, to support the mitigation effort of any future potential earthquake induced landslides.

  16. "Don't Feed the Bear:" A Response to Silas House's Speech, "A Conscious Heart"

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    Pendarvis, Edwina

    2008-01-01

    At the Appalachian Studies Association's thirty-first annual conference, in March, 2008, activist and author Silas House gave a thought-provoking keynote address. That Friday evening, on the Marshall University campus, in Huntington, West Virginia, not far from the coal fields of southern West Virginia and eastern Kentucky, Silas offered some…

  17. 75 FR 60781 - Announcement of Funding Awards for Fiscal Year 2010 Tribal Colleges and Universities Program

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    2010-10-01

    ... DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT [Docket No. FR-5415-N-06] Announcement of Funding... Secretary for Policy Development and Research, HUD. ACTION: Announcement of funding awards. SUMMARY: In accordance with section 102(a)(4)(C) of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Reform Act of...

  18. Recognizing and honoring Howard University School of Law's 140-year legacy of social justice and its continued commitment to the training of capable and compassionate legal practitioners and scholars.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Kilpatrick, Carolyn C. [D-MI-13

    2009-07-28

    House - 10/22/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status Agreed to in HouseHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  19. 3. Photocopy of measured drawing (from: Harvey, Robert R. 'Historic ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    3. Photocopy of measured drawing (from: Harvey, Robert R. 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior to and During the Civil War Period.' Ames, IA: Iowa State University, 1960.) Robert R. Harvey, delineator 1960 FLOOR PLAN, ORIGINAL HOUSE PLUS SMOKEHOUSE ADDITION ('FIGURE 3-C') - Caleb Clark House, 814 South Eighth Street, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  20. 2. Photocopy of measured drawing (from: Harvey, Robert R. 'Historic ...

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    2. Photocopy of measured drawing (from: Harvey, Robert R. 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior to and During the Civil War Period.' Ames, IA: Iowa State University, 1960.) Robert R. Harvey, delineator 1960 FLOOR PLAN, ORIGINAL HOUSE PLUS WELLHOUSE ADDITION ('FIGURE 3-B') - Caleb Clark House, 814 South Eighth Street, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  1. Legislative Review. A Look at Higher Education in Week 6: February 14-18, 2011

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    North Dakota University System, 2011

    2011-01-01

    This issue of "Legislative Review" takes a look at the news in higher education from February 14 to 18, 2011. This Legislative Review reports that: (1) HB 1003, the University System budget bill, was amended by House Appropriations, Education and Environment Division, February 17 and approved as amended by the full House Appropriations…

  2. Integrating Blended and Problem-Based Learning into an Architectural Housing Design Studio: A Case Study

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    Bregger, Yasemin Alkiser

    2017-01-01

    This paper presents how a blended learning pedagogic model is integrated into an architectural design studio by adapting the problem-based learning process and housing issues in Istanbul Technical University (ITU), during fall 2015 and spring 2016 semesters for fourth and sixth level students. These studios collaborated with the "Introduction…

  3. Intelligence and Law Enforcement: Countering Transnational Threats to the U.S.

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    2001-12-03

    University Press , 1989), pp. 133-203. 26 The history of the much-criticized domestic intelligence gathering is described in U.S. (continued...America, 1775-1980 (New Haven: Yale University Press , 1991). 27 U.S. Congress, 104th Congress, House of Representatives, Permanent Select Committee on...Involvement in the Banca Nazionale del Lavoro (BNL) Affair, Report, S. Prt. 103-12, February 1993, pp. 25-33; also, U.S. Congress, Senate, 102nd

  4. Televised College Football. Hearing before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Energy and Commerce. House of Representatives, Ninety-Eighth Congress, Second Session.

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Hearings on the effects of a 1984 U. S. Supreme Court ruling concerning the televising rights of college football games are presented. Responses to the decision by colleges and broadcasters, and likely impacts on schools, are considered. In deciding the case brought by the University of Georgia and University of Oklahoma against the National…

  5. Universal Prekindergarten Act

    THOMAS, 112th Congress

    Rep. Kucinich, Dennis J. [D-OH-10

    2011-02-08

    House - 03/04/2011 Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  6. Universal RESPECT Act

    THOMAS, 113th Congress

    Rep. Horsford, Steven A. [D-NV-4

    2013-11-20

    House - 01/09/2014 Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  7. 2. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, ...

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    2. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, 1936 SOUTH EAST ELEVATION (GENERAL VIEW) - Southern University, Chancellor's House, College Street, Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  8. Full House.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    White, Lyn

    1998-01-01

    Discusses the trend of colleges and universities toward using a single-card student identification system to meet student needs for other services and convenience. Provides advice for successfully implementing a one-card system. (GR)

  9. Development of a universal medical X-ray imaging phantom prototype.

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    Groenewald, Annemari; Groenewald, Willem A

    2016-11-08

    Diagnostic X-ray imaging depends on the maintenance of image quality that allows for proper diagnosis of medical conditions. Maintenance of image quality requires quality assurance programs on the various X-ray modalities, which consist of pro-jection radiography (including mobile X-ray units), fluoroscopy, mammography, and computed tomography (CT) scanning. Currently a variety of modality-specific phantoms are used to perform quality assurance (QA) tests. These phantoms are not only expensive, but suitably trained personnel are needed to successfully use them and interpret the results. The question arose as to whether a single universal phantom could be designed and applied to all of the X-ray imaging modalities. A universal phantom would reduce initial procurement cost, possibly reduce the time spent on QA procedures and simplify training of staff on the single device. The aim of the study was to design and manufacture a prototype of a universal phantom, suitable for image quality assurance in general X-rays, fluoroscopy, mammography, and CT scanning. The universal phantom should be easy to use and would enable automatic data analysis, pass/fail reporting, and corrective action recommendation. In addition, a universal phantom would especially be of value in low-income countries where finances and human resources are limited. The design process included a thorough investigation of commercially available phantoms. Image quality parameters necessary for image quality assurance in the different X-ray imaging modalities were determined. Based on information obtained from the above-mentioned investigations, a prototype of a universal phantom was developed, keeping ease of use and reduced cost in mind. A variety of possible phantom housing and insert materials were investigated, considering physical properties, machinability, and cost. A three-dimensional computer model of the first phantom prototype was used to manufacture the prototype housing and inserts. Some of the inserts were 3D-printed, others were machined from different materials. The different components were assembled to form the first prototype of the universal X-ray imaging phantom. The resulting prototype of the universal phantom conformed to the aims of a single phantom for multiple imag-ing modalities, which would be easy to use and manufacture at a reduced cost. A PCT International Patent Application No. PCT/IB2016/051165 has been filed for this technology. © 2016 The Authors.

  10. The Practicality of Cooperative Education between an Industry and University

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Oomichi, Takeo; Jianming, Yang; Matsubara, Takenori; Tatsuno, Kyoichi; Takahashi, Tomoichi

    Some cooperative methods have been proposed and executed as the R&D (research and development) between universities and industries meld together to form a new hybeid business. This paper proposes the ides of “Fusion Education” for the advancement of education and for fostering new business. In fusion education, university students will begin by mainly verifying the application potential of a developed system such as modulated robotic software, for example, and improve specific areas when and if needed. Then, the university will rank the systems according to its reliability or safety record (based on the student) complete verification test which includes data on when the robot will be operated and under what varying conditions (such as performance in various private houses). The university essentially gives students the chance to find a solution to practical problems while the industry gets a reliable (fully authorized) system as result of this education process. The concept and feasibility of this “fusion education” will now be discussed.

  11. Evolution and Creationism: One Long Argument.

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    Good, Ron

    2003-01-01

    Discusses the dilemma between evolution and creationism in biology teaching. Explains the position of the Louisiana House Education Committee and presents an example from the Louisiana State University (LSU). (Author/SOE)

  12. The Door That Claiborne Pell Opened

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    Macy, Beth

    2009-01-01

    Claiborne Pell lived in a waterfront house in Newport, Rhode Island. The Princeton-educated senator came from such old money that his people once owned much of New York's Westchester County and the Bronx. Having grown up in a roach-ridden house, it didn't seem to the author that she and Pell inhabited the same universe. Even so, when she learned…

  13. From Matchmaker to Mediator: Shifting Trends in Roommate Relationships in an Era of Individualism, Diversity, Conflict, and Social Media

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    Molina, Danielle K.; Heiselt, April; Justice, Cheryl

    2015-01-01

    Modernizing perspectives on roommate compatibility might be one way that administrators reinforce the value of the roommate experience in contemporary campus housing. Using the insights of a study published by Hallisey, Harren, and Caple in "Journal of College and University Student Housing" in 1980 as a springboard, this article will…

  14. The Impact of the External Environment on Person-Environment Fit in the Selection of New Housing Professionals

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    Burgess, Melissa Renee

    2012-01-01

    The purpose of this study was to examine the concept of "fit" with housing/residence life professionals at colleges and universities using Werbel and Gilliland's (1999) framework/ model of describing person-environment fit and then determine how/if this fit may be impacted by individual or institutional demographics. This purpose…

  15. Housing Is an Epicenter for Change: A Narrative of Students and Staff Championing Campus Social Change Movements

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    Otchere, Kimberly; Bankhead, Tekita; Williams, Ayanna

    2017-01-01

    The resurgence of student activism has yielded dynamic change within university housing departments and beyond on college campuses across the country. In higher education, the social, cultural, and political environment continues to be highly racialized and characterized by a string of protests and public displays of student angst. The threat of…

  16. Management Practices of Cats Owned by Faculty, Staff, and Students at Two Midwest Veterinary Schools

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    Stella, Judith L.

    2016-01-01

    Understanding cat owners' housing, care, and management practices is important for promoting cat welfare. A survey study was conducted on the housing and management practices used for cats by students, faculty, and staff of The Ohio State University and Purdue University veterinary colleges. Subjects were 138 cat-owner dyads. Most cats (74%) were housed strictly indoors in keeping with common US veterinary recommendations. However, many did not implement best practices outlined for behavior and other welfare needs of indoor cats. The percentage of respondents placing resources where cats could be disrupted while using them was 31%, 53%, and 30% for resting areas, food/water dishes, and litter boxes, respectively. Many cats were not provided a litter box in a private area (35%), in multiple areas of the house (51%), or that was regularly washed (73%). Horizontal scratching opportunities were not provided to 38% of cats; 32% were not provided toys that mimic prey and 91% of cats were fed a diet consisting of >75% dry food. These findings suggest a need for more concerted efforts to educate owners about meeting their cats' welfare needs so as to attenuate risks and improve cat physical and behavioral welfare outcomes. PMID:28090571

  17. NASA Tech House: An early evaluation

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1977-01-01

    An architect-engineering firm, as well as university participants, performed system studies, evaluated construction methods, performed cost effectiveness studies, and prepared construction drawings which incorporated the selected technology features into a final design. A Technology Utilization House (Tech House) based on this design was constructed at the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. The Tech House is instrumented so that the performance of the design features and energy systems can be evaluated during a planned family live-in period. As such, the house is both a demonstration unit and a research laboratory. The Tech House is to demonstrate the kind of single-family residence that will probably be available within the next five years.

  18. State of STEM (SoSTEM) Address

    NASA Image and Video Library

    2014-01-29

    Panels participants, from left, Dr. John P. Holdren, Assistant to the President for Science and Technology and Director of the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy, former White House Science Fair participant Joey Hudy, Environmentalist and third-year law student at Elon University School of Law Tyrone Davis, White House innovation expert Cristin Dorgelo, and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Gill Pratt, take a question from the audience during the annual White House State of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (SoSTEM) address, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, in the South Court Auditorium in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex in Washington. Photo Credit: (NASA/Bill Ingalls)

  19. [How do universities confront and manage environmental problems?].

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    Inadera, H

    2001-06-01

    Occupational medicine is concerned with the recognition and prevention of diseases related to the work environment. The special tools, namely, epidemiology, toxicology, and public health and clinical expertise, are joined by another specialty, environmental medicine. The Environmental Science Center (ESC) of the University of Tokyo was established in April 1975 for the purpose of treating chemically-hazardous wastes deriving from the university. The ESC houses various sections including research, education, operations, management, and also a waste-collection and-treatment division. In this review, the author intends to summarize the activity of the ESC, and then review the approaches we have applied in order to deal with the environmental problems we have faced.

  20. Highway mitigation for wildlife in northwest Montana.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2014-08-01

    In this report, the Center for Large Landscape : Conservation (CLLC), Future West, the : Sonoran Institute, and Montana State : Universitys Western Transportation : Institute (WTI) investigated the potential impacts : of future housing development...

  1. The Changing, Unchanging Politics of Gene Splicing

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    Randal, Judith

    1978-01-01

    The House Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee's regulatory legislation on recombinant DNA technology is discussed along with university reactions to it. Violations of federal guidelines and legal efforts are described. (LBH)

  2. How to Boost Power House Efficiency

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    Gardner, John C.

    1977-01-01

    A study of a university power plant and its efficiency determined the total available steam generating capacity of the existing boilers and the physical conditions that were limiting that capacity. (Author/MLF)

  3. 12. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, ...

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    12. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, 1936 GENERAL VIEW OF FRONT HALL, SECOND FLOOR - Southern University, Chancellor's House, College Street, Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  4. Transit management certificate program.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2012-07-01

    TTI worked closely with the Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning Department : (LAUP) of Texas A&M University (TAMU) to develop a transit management certificate : focus for the current Graduate Certificate in Transportation Planning (CTP) housed ...

  5. 11. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

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    11. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. NORTHWEST DOUBLE PARLOR, LOOKING NORTH - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  6. 24 CFR 570.404 - Historically Black colleges and universities program.

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    2010-04-01

    ..., DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY FACILITIES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS Special... which tends to challenge in a substantial manner the certifications made by the applicant, the required...

  7. Isolation of Campylobacter and Salmonella from houseflies (Musca domestica) in a university campus and a poultry farm in Selangor, Malaysia.

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    Choo, L C; Saleha, A A; Wai, S S; Fauziah, N

    2011-04-01

    Insects, in particular house flies and cockroaches, have been shown to be associated with the spread of pathogens in livestock farms and in human disease outbreaks: among these pathogens are salmonellae and campylobacters. A total of 60 flies were caught in three locations: an animal teaching facility and a cafeteria in a university campus, and a poultry farm. Five percent (5%) and 13.3% of flies sampled were found to carry Campylobacter and Salmonella, respectively.

  8. Optically Driven Spin Based Quantum Dots for Quantum Computing - Research Area 6 Physics 6.3.2

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    2015-12-15

    quantum dots (SAQD) in Schottky diodes . Based on spins in these dots, a scalable architecture has been proposed [Adv. in Physics, 59, 703 (2010)] by us...housed in two coupled quantum dots with tunneling between them, as described above, may not be scalable but can serve as a node in a quantum network. The... tunneling -coupled two-electron spin ground states in the vertically coupled quantum dots for “universal computation” two spin qubits within the universe of

  9. The Unique Role and Mission of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Hearing before the Subcommittee on Postsecondary Education of the Committee on Education and Labor. House of Representatives, One Hundredth Congress, Second Session (Durham, North Carolina).

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Education and Labor.

    The Committee on Education and Labor oversight hearing on historically black colleges and universities focused on their unique role and mission in the United States. Colleges created to serve black Americans have existed for over 135 years, and during this time, they have demonstrated their ability to meet the special needs of black students.…

  10. Investigation of current university research concerning energy conversion and conservation in small single-family dwellings

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    Grossman, G. R.; Roberts, A. S., Jr.

    1975-01-01

    An investigation was made of university research concerning energy conversion and conservation techniques which may be applied in small single-family residences. Information was accumulated through published papers, progress reports, telephone conversations, and personal interviews. A synopsis of each pertinent investigation is given. Finally, a discussion of the synopses is presented and recommendations are made concerning the applicability of concepts for the design and construction of NASA-Langley Research Center's proposed Technology Utilization House in Hampton, Virginia.

  11. UC Berkeley's Celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009

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    Cobb, B. E.; Croft, S.; Silverman, J. M.; Klein, C.; Modjaz, M.

    2010-08-01

    We present the astronomy outreach efforts undertaken for the International Year of Astronomy 2009 at the University of California, Berkeley. Our department-wide endeavors included a monthly public lecture series by UC Berkeley astronomers and a major astronomy outreach event during a campus-wide university "open house," which included solar observing and a Starlab Planetarium. In addition to sharing our outreach techniques and outcomes, we discuss some of our unique strategies for advertising our events to the local community.

  12. Core Knowledge Confusions Among University Students

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    Lindeman, Marjaana; Svedholm, Annika M.; Takada, Mikito; Lönnqvist, Jan-Erik; Verkasalo, Markku

    2011-05-01

    Previous studies have demonstrated that university students hold several paranormal beliefs and that paranormal beliefs can be best explained with core knowledge confusions. The aim of this study was to explore to what extent university students confuse the core ontological attributes of lifeless material objects (e.g. a house, a stone), living organisms (e.g. plants), and mental states (e.g., thoughts); whether some core knowledge confusions are more common than others; whether the confusions differ between students from different fields of study, and to replicate the finding that paranormal beliefs increase together with core knowledge confusions. The results showed that half of the participants considered at least four, and one quarter of the participants considered 8-30 confusion statements to be literally true and that the confusions were strongly and positively associated with the amount of paranormal beliefs. The findings indicate that university education does not abolish the misconceptions that characterize children's thinking.

  13. Activities to Attract Girls to Physics in Iran

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    Izadi, Dina; Araste, Afshin Mohseni; Fadaei, Azita Seied

    2009-04-01

    In Iran there is no difference between boys' and girls' activities in scientific works; however, they study separately at schools until they reach the university level. Before going to university, students think engineering and medical science are better than the other sciences for earning enough money to support their lives. But after the entrance exam for universities most of the girls choose basic sciences based on their test results. Creative methods of teaching physics at the elementary and secondary levels, such as "Dominos in Physics" and "Physics in Nature," and understanding physics through real-life examples and animation are important for attracting students to further studies and careers in physics. Participating in international physics competitions and holding national tournaments and university open houses in physics is also very helpful. Studying physics can improve students' abilities and also help them to imagine, decide, think, and live better.

  14. Universal Prekindergarten and Early Childhood Education Act of 2013

    THOMAS, 113th Congress

    Rep. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large

    2013-02-27

    House - 04/23/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  15. Universal Default Prohibition Act of 2009

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT

    2009-02-09

    Senate - 02/09/2009 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  16. Universal Prekindergarten and Early Childhood Education Act of 2011

    THOMAS, 112th Congress

    Rep. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large

    2011-11-17

    House - 03/29/2012 Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  17. Universal Prekindergarten and Early Childhood Education Act of 2009

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large

    2009-10-08

    House - 11/16/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  18. DOTD support for UTC project : drugged driving in Louisiana.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2013-09-01

    This project is associated with the Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC) partnership : with the National Center for Intermodal Transportation for Economic Competiveness (NCITEC). : The NCITEC is a University Transportation Center housed at...

  19. Universal Home Design Act of 2014

    THOMAS, 113th Congress

    Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA

    2014-09-18

    Senate - 09/18/2014 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  20. Urban University Renaissance Act of the 21st Century

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Wu, David [D-OR-1

    2010-06-22

    House - 09/13/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  1. 16. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    16. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. BALLROOM IN NEW SOUTH WING, LOOKING WEST - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  2. 10. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    10. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, 1936 MANTEL AND WINDOW TREATMENT IN E. WALL OF LIVING ROOM - Southern University, Chancellor's House, College Street, Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  3. 7. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, April 1, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    7. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, April 1, 1936 MANTEL IN N. WALL OF N. E. CORNER ROOM - Gayle-Locke House, University Avenue (College Street), Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  4. 6. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, April 1, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    6. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, April 1, 1936 MANTEL IN FRONT ROOM (ON LEFT), FIRST FLOOR - Gayle-Locke House, University Avenue (College Street), Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  5. Affordability of Meteorology Graduate Programs in the United States and Canada.

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    Gilmore, Matthew S.; Toracinta, E. Richard

    1998-06-01

    The authors surveyed 55 university departments in the United States and Canada that grant doctor of philosophy and/or master of science degrees in meteorology or the atmospheric sciences. Two-thirds of university departments responded. Survey topics included graduate student income (stipends and health insurance benefits) and mandatory costs (tuition, fees, and health insurance costs) incurred for fall 1996.Results show that most graduate students do have funding but only one-quarter of departments indicate that health insurance benefits are provided to graduate assistants. The largest mandatory cost is typically housing, which was estimated (except for Canadian schools) with 1996 Fair Market Rent data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. For schools not providing it, the second largest cost is typically health insurance. The smallest costs are typically tuition (waived for graduate assistants in most cases) and fees.The difference between income and mandatory costs over a nine-month period gives an "effective income." Evidence was found associating greater effective income with larger departments and with locations where housing costs are larger. No significant evidence was found to associate differences in effective income with city size or geographic region. The broad range in effective income between the departments suggests that some graduate programs may be much more affordable than others.This information can aid university departments in planning budgets that keep them competitive with one another. This paper will also help prospective graduate students by raising awareness about important issues of graduate program affordability.

  6. Bites and B-Roll: Announcments of the Architecture Contest Winners

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    None

    2017-12-09

    Broadcast-quality downloads of this video are available free and unrestricted at http://stratacomm.net/solar-decathlon... Video contains announcements of the architecture awards announcement at the 2009 Solar Decathlon. Includes announcement and house b-roll of 1st place winner Team California and 2nd place winner Rice University's houses, general Solar Village b-roll, and bites from students and architecture experts

  7. Racism, Power, and Place: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Online Commentary Associated with the Establishment of Culturally-Themed Housing for Black Men

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    Patton, Lori D.; Sharp, Sacha; Sánchez, Berenice

    2017-01-01

    A critical discourse analysis of comments written in response to an online article related to the University of Connecticut's announcement about the ScHOLA2RS House, a culturally-themed residential program to retain and support African American male students is presented. Following this announcement, articles were published in various online media…

  8. The NASA SCI Files: The Case of the Galactic Vacation. [Videotape].

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Hampton, VA. Langley Research Center.

    The tree house detectives go galactic with their latest project by traveling to Mars and also seeing how the Moon affects the Earth. They visit the largest radio telescope in the world and help look for intelligent life in the universe. The tree house detectives prepare for an out-of-this-world vacation as they explore the future of space travel.…

  9. The Effect of Housing Wealth on College Choice: Evidence from the Housing Boom. NBER Working Paper No. 18075

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    Lovenheim, Michael F.; Reynolds, C. Lockwood

    2012-01-01

    The higher education system in the United States is characterized by a large degree of quality heterogeneity, and there is a growing literature suggesting students attending higher quality universities have better educational and labor market outcomes. In this paper, we use NLSY97 data combined with the difference in the timing and strength of the…

  10. On the Role of Dust in the Universe

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    Martin, P. G.

    2004-05-01

    This article is a personal discourse on the various aspects of dust in the universe, its so-called role. My conclusion is that dust does make a difference. It directly alters the way we view the universe. It also changes the nature of the universe that we see. Finally, it is woven into the big picture of our own place in the universe and our understanding and responses. In arriving at this conclusion I explore a range of topics: the curse of extinction, dust as a photon converter, diversity, Galactic ecology, and a cosmic bawdy house. I also reflect on dust and (in)humanity. I argue that we must advance the post-Copernican enlightenment, so that a coherent understanding of our place in the universe, the big picture, becomes widely held, to provide a basis for improving life here and now, bringing humans into harmony with one another, other living fauna and flora, and the shared environment. Countering pernicious trends to the contrary will require a social revolution to accompany the scientific, through ``ideas transfer.'' This is much more challenging than propagating technology. Astronomers, particularly those versed in the beauties and multiple dimensions of dust in the universe, have an opportunity to participate, indeed to intervene. Since ``dust is us,'' this too is a role of dust in the universe, arguably the most profound if it is accepted that continued human existence has any importance.

  11. Housing Archetype Analysis for Home Energy-Efficient Retrofit in the Great Lakes Region

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    Kim, S. K.; Mrozowski, T.; Harrell-Seyburn, A.

    This project report details activities and results of the 'Market Characterization' project undertaken by the Cost Effective Energy Retrofit (CEER) team targeted toward the DOE goal of achieving 30%-50% reduction in existing building energy use. CEER consists of members from the Dow Chemical Company, Michigan State University, Ferris State University and Habitat for Humanity Kent County. The purpose of this market characterization project was to identify housing archetypes which are dominant within Great Lakes region and therefore offer significant potential for energy-efficient retrofit research and implementation due to the substantial number of homes possessing similar characteristics. Understanding the characteristics ofmore » housing groups referred to as 'archetypes' by vintage, style, and construction characteristics can allow research teams to focus their retrofit research and develop prescriptive solutions for those structure types which are prevalent and offer high potential uptake within a region or market. Key research activities included; literature review, statistical analysis of national and regional data of the American Housing Survey (AHS) collected by the U.S. Census Bureau, analysis of Michigan specific data, development of a housing taxonomy of architectural styles, case studies of two local markets (i.e., Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids in Michigan) and development of a suggested framework (or process) for characterizing local markets. In order to gain a high level perspective, national and regional data from the U.S. Census Bureau was analyzed using cross tabulations, multiple regression models, and logistic regression to characterize the housing stock and determine dominant house types using 21 variables.« less

  12. Immunization requirements of the top 200 universities: Implications for vaccine-hesitant families.

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    Noesekabel, Allison; Fenick, Ada M

    2017-06-22

    The majority of pediatricians encounter vaccine hesitancy in their practices. As part of a broad discussion about vaccination, school requirements arise as a topic yet providers may lack information about the effects of immunization on university matriculation. We surveyed the top-ranked 200 universities regarding required immunizations, medical, religious, and philosophical exemptions, and noncompliance policies. We examined the legal requirements for involved jurisdictions. Of 129 responding universities (64%), 94% had ≥1 pre-matriculation immunization requirement (PIR), with a mean of 3.53 (95%CI 3.17-3.89) requirements. In unadjusted analyses, funding, region, jurisdictional requirements, undergraduate size, and tuition were significant predictors of the number of PIRs. In multivariate modeling, jurisdictional requirements outperformed all other university demographics, but excluding these, Northeast and South region and smaller undergraduate size persisted. The most common PIR was measles (93%). 67% of involved jurisdictions have laws mandating ≥1 university PIR, and 45% of universities surpassed their jurisdiction's law. With respect to medical, religious, and philosophical exemptions, 24%, 40%, and 60% of universities with PIRs had the highest hardship category, and 2%, 2%, and 46% disallowed these outright. Frequent responses to student noncompliance were: hold on classes (89%), additional registration fees (13%), and hold on housing (11%). Requirements for pre-matriculation immunizations in top universities are common and exemptions are difficult to obtain. Conversations between providers and vaccine-hesitant families may be enriched by discussion of these future effects of their decision on immunization. Copyright © 2017 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

  13. Pandemic flu knowledge among dormitory housed university students: a need for informal social support and social networking strategies.

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    Wilson, Susan L; Huttlinger, Kathleen

    2010-01-01

    The declaration of a Phase 6 pandemic of influenza A (H1N1) by the World Health Organization in June 2009, triggered the activation of preparedness responses worldwide. During 2009 spring and fall, many US universities actuated their emergency pandemic preparedness plans. This article describes a research study that used a modified community based participatory research (CBPR) approach between August and November 2009 at New Mexico State University's main Las Cruces campus to determine influenza (pandemic influenza A (H1N1) 2009 and seasonal influenza knowledge, attitudes, and health communication (informal support networks and social networking) strategies specifically related to influenza among dormitory housed (on-campus living) undergraduate students. The goal was to produce data for use in the university's pandemic illness/disaster preparedness and response plans. Following activation of the university's campus-wide efforts to educate students about pandemic flu, university community partners were asked for input regarding information for flu preparedness for the university's undergraduate students. Student participants were recruited for the present study from those housed in four campus dormitories. A purposive convenience sample was used to collect survey data from 175 students during the peak week of reported flu cases on campus. Each participant was given an anonymous, face-to-face, self-administered survey and 167 surveys were able to be analyzed. A χ² goodness of fit test was used to determine whether observed proportions of categorical variables differed from hypothesized proportions. Four categorical data were analyzed by topics: (1) demographics; (2) flu awareness; (3) flu immunization knowledge and practices; and (4) communication and health information practices. The average age was 19.6 years (SD = 1.8), with no significant differences by sex (86 males and 76 females, 5 undisclosed) or race/ethnicity (57 White, 43 Hispanic, 44 Other). All questions were tested with χ² against sex, race, and dormitory; however, only three questions revealed statistically significant differences by any of these demographic categories. Sex, race, age, and dormitory were demonstrated to have little impact on H1N1 health practices and knowledge. Three-quarters of students surveyed demonstrated awareness of the pandemic 2009 H1N1 flu. Despite public health and university health education campaigns, approximately 25% were not aware of the virus. Most students stated that they knew someone who had flu during the year, even if they had not. Students did not perceive (60%) dormitory living to be a greater health risk, even though the proximal distance among students diminishes by sharing bathrooms and sleeping quarters. Three main factors affected the students' knowledge, attitudes and behaviors: faculty attitudes and influenza knowledge; low levels of flu like illnesses at the university; and the utilization of health education strategies inconsistent with the mechanisms students use to gain health information (informal support networks and electronic social networking). Failure to utilize these student information mechanisms may result in less than optimal health education effectiveness. Health educators should ensure that identifiable intermediaries (eg faculty) understand and assist in health education efforts. However, the incidence of H1N1 at this university was relatively low, which may have affected the research results.

  14. Beyond access: a case study on the intersection between accessibility, sustainability, and universal design.

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    Gossett, Andrea; Mirza, Mansha; Barnds, Ann Kathleen; Feidt, Daisy

    2009-11-01

    A growing emphasis has been placed on providing equal opportunities for all people, particularly people with disabilities, to support participation. Barriers to participation are represented in part by physical space restrictions. This article explores the decision-making process during the construction of a new office building housing a disability-rights organization. The building project featured in this study was developed on the principles of universal design, maximal accessibility, and sustainability to support access and participation. A qualitative case study approach was used involving collection of data through in-depth interviews with key decision-makers; non-participant observations at design meetings; and on-site tours. Qualitative thematic analysis along with the development of a classification system was used to understand specific building elements and the relevant decision processes from which they resulted. Recording and analyzing the design process revealed several key issues including grassroots involvement of stakeholders; interaction between universal design and sustainable design; addressing diversity through flexibility and universality; and segregationist accessibility versus universal design. This case study revealed complex interactions between accessibility, universal design, and sustainability. Two visual models were proposed to understand and analyze these complexities.

  15. Recognizing the contributions of university and college immigrant assistance programs.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Ackerman, Gary L. [D-NY-5

    2010-05-26

    House - 06/29/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  16. EXTERIOR VIEW OF THE 140' PLATE MILL. SECTION ON THE ...

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    EXTERIOR VIEW OF THE 140' PLATE MILL. SECTION ON THE RIGHT ONCE HOUSED THE 32' UNIVERSAL SLABBING MILL - U.S. Steel Homestead Works, 140" Plate Mill, Along Monongahela River, Homestead, Allegheny County, PA

  17. 40 CFR 141.203 - Tier 2 Public Notice-Form, manner, and frequency of notice.

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    2012-07-01

    ...., house renters, apartment dwellers, university students, nursing home patients, prison inmates, etc... private employers); posting in public places served by the system or on the Internet; or delivery to...

  18. 76 FR 53157 - Excepted Service

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    2011-08-25

    ... Organization name Position title No. Effective date BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS... International... EQ110005 6/13/2011 Environmental (Communications). Quality. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the General... Secretary. House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities. [[Page 53158

  19. Passenger vehicle crashes into stationary large trucks : incidence and possible countermeasures.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2003-01-01

    House Joint Resolution No. 23, 2002 Session of Virginia's General Assembly, requested that the Virginia Transportation Research Council and the Crash Investigation Team of Virginia Commonwealth University's Transportation Safety Training Center condu...

  20. ACHP | News

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    the milestone of a half-century of existence. The ACHP's mission of promoting the preservation and House Fellow in 1995/1996. She received a B.A. from Yale University and a J.D. from Stanford Law School

  1. 10. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

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    10. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. NORTHWEST DOUBLE PARLOR, LOOKING SOUTH (Present Chapel Space) - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  2. 5. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

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    5. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. VIEW FROM THE SOUTHWEST, SHOWING NEW SOUTH WING - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  3. 12. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

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    12. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. WEST PARLOR (NEW WING) AND DINING ROOM, LOOKING EAST - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  4. 13. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

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    13. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. DINING ROOM IN 'NEW' SOUTH WING, LOOKING WEST - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  5. 78 FR 65376 - Notice of Inventory Completion: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

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    2013-10-31

    ... operator found the remains in displaced dirt during construction activities associated with a housing... excavation. A backhoe had removed some of the remains. These were collected from the backfill dirt...

  6. Honoring the 125th anniversary of Mississippi University for Women.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Childers, Travis [D-MS-1

    2009-03-12

    House - 05/14/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  7. 9. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, ...

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    9. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, 1936 DETAIL OF N. AND E. WALLS IN LIVING ROOM, FIRST FLOOR - Southern University, Chancellor's House, College Street, Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  8. 11. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, ...

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    11. Historic American Buildings Survey Alex Bush, Photographer, March 30, 1936 VIEW OF S. W. CORNER OF S. W. REAR ROOM, FIRST FLOOR - Southern University, Chancellor's House, College Street, Greensboro, Hale County, AL

  9. An Observatory to Enhance the Preparation of Future California Teachers

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    Connolly, L.; Lederer, S.

    2004-12-01

    With a major grant from the W. M. Keck Foundation, California State University, San Bernardino is establishing a state-of-the-art teaching astronomical observatory. The Observatory will be fundamental to an innovative undergraduate physics and astronomy curriculum for Physics and Liberal Studies majors and will be integrated into our General Education program. The critical need for a research and educational observatory is linked to changes in California's Science Competencies for teacher certification. Development of the Observatory will also complement a new infusion of NASA funding and equipment support for our growing astronomy education programs and the University's established Strategic Plan for excellence in education and teacher preparation. The Observatory will consist of two domed towers. One tower will house a 20" Ritchey-Chretien telescope equipped with a CCD camera in conjunction with either UBVRI broadband filters or a spectrometer for evening laboratories and student research projects. The second tower will house the university's existing 12" Schmidt-Cassegrain optical telescope coupled with a CCD camera and an array of filters. A small aperture solar telescope will be attached to the 12" for observing solar prominences while a milar filter can be attached to the 12" for sunspot viewing. We have been very fortunate to receive a challenge grant of \\600,000 from the W. M. Keck Foundation to equip the two domed towers; we continue to seek a further \\800,000 to meet our construction needs. Funding also provided by the California State University, San Bernardino.

  10. A Renewed Partnership. Report of the White House Science Council Panel on the Health of U.S. Colleges and Universities.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Office of Science and Technology Policy, Washington, DC.

    The interactions between the federal government, colleges, and industry in U.S. research and higher education in the areas of science and engineering were examined by a special panel of the White House Science Council. Recommendations to retain U.S. leadership in areas of science and technology are offered by the panel, which is composed of…

  11. Biofluid-Based Detection of the Migration Switch in Prostate Cancer to Predict Metastatic Disease

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2016-09-01

    developed with a laboratory in oncology studying osteosarcoma using Dr. Lewis’ in house imaging platforms. 15. SUBJECT TERMS Metastasis, motility...that may have a role in breast cancer. Another in-house collaboration was developed with a laboratory in oncology studying osteosarcoma using Dr. Lewis...Lewis. Quantitative Analysis of human Cancer Cell Extravasation Using Intravital Imaging, Department of Oncology , University of Alberta (2016) Vol. 1458

  12. Imperial Senate: American Legislative Debates on Empire, 1898-1917

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2013-09-01

    University Press of Kansas, 1980), 19; Edmund Morris , Theodore Rex (New York: Random House, 2001), 479–80. 118 31 Cong. Rec. 3976 (16 April 1898...mid-paragraph Senator Mason abruptly requested unanimous consent for a vote on McEnery’s resolution and amendments the following Tuesday afternoon...libweb.hawaii.edu/digicoll/annexation/annexation.html. Morris , Edmund. Theodore Rex. New York: Random House, 2001. Musicant, Ivan. Empire by

  13. Out of the Classroom and into the Heart of the Matter: A Case Study of University Student Residents' Reaction to Access to Multicultural Awareness Education

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    Woodlief, Sharon E.

    2010-01-01

    The purpose of my study was to explore how, and to what extent, the UCSB faculty-in-residence program provided multicultural awareness education opportunities to student residents outside of the classroom. This research explored Housing and Residential Services, which housed the faculty-in-residence program whose mission is, in part, to provide…

  14. Changing Economics in the South: Preparing Our Youth. Hearing before the Select Committee on Children, Youth, and Families. House of Representatives, One Hundredth Congress, First Session (Nashville, TN, April 24, 1987).

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    Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Select Committee on Children, Youth, and Families.

    The House Select Committee on Children, Youth, and Families met in Nashville, Tennessee, to gather information on the education and employment futures of youth in the South. Testimony was heard from experts in education, training, and economic development. Organizations represented included universities in the region, adolescent dropout and…

  15. Center to Advance, Monitor, and Preserve University Security Safety Act of 2013

    THOMAS, 113th Congress

    Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3

    2013-01-23

    House - 02/28/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  16. DEPLOYABLE HOMES FOLLOWING NATURAL DISASTERS

    EPA Science Inventory

    Duke University is partnering with Habitat for Humanity and the Planning and Housing Departments of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana to assist residents of the gulf coast area by attempting to identify relevant technologies that show promise for improving ...

  17. Can You Make an Artist?

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    O'Hagan, Andrew

    2013-01-01

    The novelist Andrew O'Hagan remembers his own early days and suggests writers are both born and made. Now the university--creative writing courses, in particular--may become the clearing houses for new literary talent as book publishing shrinks.

  18. Development of pedestrian & bicycle transportation course modules.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2014-05-01

    According to a 2012 report by the Alliance for Biking and Walking, crashes involving bicyclists : and/or pedestrians account for almost 15% of all traffic crashes. The states that house STRIDE : consortium universities, including Florida, Alabama, Ge...

  19. Dreaming in the desert

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    2009-11-01

    Saudi Arabia's bold new co-educational research university deserves to succeed Imagine you want to build, from scratch, a brand new, world-beating university dedicated to science and technology in less than two years. What would you need for the job? Well, a big pot of cash would be essential - an endowment of 10bn, let's say. You would need money for lab equipment - about 1.5bn over five years will do nicely - and a visionary leader who can attract talented staff from around the world. They would have to be tempted by fat salaries, given houses to live in and offered goodies like, say, a yachting marina, private golf course and bowling alley. Throw in free satellite TV in every house, install WiFi Internet access across the campus and, oh, invite 3000 people to a spectacular opening ceremony so the world knows that you mean business.

  20. New library building: Mercer University School of Medicine, Macon, Georgia.

    PubMed Central

    Rankin, J A; Bernard, G R

    1984-01-01

    The Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) enrolled its charter class in 1982. The curriculum is problem-based and adaptable to the learning needs of each student. MUSM is housed in a new building designed to support this unique educational program. Its library is an example of a comparatively small, but fully functional, medical school library. The planning process, design, and layout of the new library facility are described. Among its unique features are an integrated print and non-print collection, current periodical display space, and extensive use of task lighting. PMID:6733330

  1. LISA, the next generation: from a web-based application to a fat client.

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    Pierlet, Noëlla; Aerts, Werner; Vanautgaerden, Mark; Van den Bosch, Bart; De Deurwaerder, André; Schils, Erik; Noppe, Thomas

    2008-01-01

    The LISA application, developed by the University Hospitals Leuven, permits referring physicians to consult the electronic medical records of their patients over the internet in a highly secure way. We decided to completely change the way we secured the application, discard the existing web application and build a completely new application, based on the in-house developed hospital information system, used in the University Hospitals Leuven. The result is a fat Java client, running on a Windows Terminal Server, secured by a commercial SSL-VPN solution.

  2. Commending University of Alabama Running Back Mark Ingram on winning the 2009 Heisman Trophy.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Davis, Artur [D-AL-7

    2009-12-15

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  3. Experimental inoculation of house flies Musca domestica with Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis serovar equi

    USDA-ARS?s Scientific Manuscript database

    Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis (Actinomycetales: Corynebacteriaceae) infection in horses causes external abscesses, infection of internal organs and ulcerative lymphangitis. The exact mechanism of infection remains unknown, but fly transmission is suspected. Scientists at Auburn University and U...

  4. Red-Carpet Treatment.

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    Agron, Joe

    2001-01-01

    Presents comparative data on college and university residence hall construction projects, including construction costs, size, numbers of students, and cost per square foot. Also provides comparative housing cost data over the past decade and identifies types of amenities being added to dormitories. (GR)

  5. Institutional Paralysis in the Press: The Cold War in Washington State.

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    Baldasty, Gerald J.; Winfield, Betty Houchin

    1981-01-01

    A content analysis of four Washington state newspapers published in 1948 reveals that they did not provide fair coverage of the House UnAmerican Activities Committee's investigation of communist infiltration at the University of Washington. (FL)

  6. Access Control Is More than Security.

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    Fickes, Michael

    2002-01-01

    Describes the University of New Mexico's photo identification LOBO card system, which performs both security and validation tasks. It is used in conjunction with several C-CURE 800 Integrated Security Management Systems supplied by Software House of Lexington, Massachusetts. (EV)

  7. Job Needs and Priorities Report, Phase 2: Action Plans : Northeast Region

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2016-08-01

    The Northeast Transportation Workforce Center (NETWC) is housed at the University of Vermont Transportation Research Center (UVM TRC). It has collaborated in this effort with the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT). The NE re...

  8. The crisis discipline of conservation medicine

    USGS Publications Warehouse

    Lafferty, K.D.

    2003-01-01

    Review of: Conservation Medicine: Ecological Health in Practice. Aguirre, A. A., R. S. Ostfeld, G. M. Tabor, C. House, and M. C. Pearl, editors. 2002. Oxford University Press, New York. 431 pp. $45.00. ISBN 0–195–15093.

  9. Phase III Early Restoration Public Meeting | NOAA Gulf Spill Restoration

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    Louisiana Mississippi Texas Region-wide Open Ocean Data Media & News Publications Press Releases Story restoration plans. Open House: 6:00pm Public Meeting: 6:30pm Location: University of Southern Mississippi, FEC

  10. 2. Photocopy of measured drawing (original drawing in the possession ...

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    2. Photocopy of measured drawing (original drawing in the possession of Beinecke Rare Books Library, Yale University) Henry Austin, architect, 1850 NORTHEAST ELEVATION - Moses Yale Beach House, 86 North Main Street, Wallingford, New Haven County, CT

  11. 1. Photocopy of measured drawing (original drawing in the possession ...

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    1. Photocopy of measured drawing (original drawing in the possession of Beinecke Rare Books Library, Yale University) Henry Austin, architect, 1850 SOUTHEAST (FRONT) ELEVATION - Moses Yale Beach House, 86 North Main Street, Wallingford, New Haven County, CT

  12. Predictors of college-student food security and fruit and vegetable intake differ by housing type.

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    Mirabitur, Erica; Peterson, Karen E; Rathz, Colleen; Matlen, Stacey; Kasper, Nicole

    2016-10-01

    We assessed whether college-student characteristics associate with food security and fruit and vegetable (FV) intake and whether these associations differ in students in housing with and without food provision. 514 randomly-sampled students from a large, Midwestern, public university in 2012 and 2013 METHODS: Ordered logistic regression tested how student characteristics associate with food security. Linear regression tested how student characteristics associate with FV intake. Analyses were stratified by housing type - that is, housing with food provision (dormitory, fraternity/sorority house, cooperative) vs. housing without food provision. Only among those living in housing without food provision, males (p = 0.04), students without car access (p = 0.005), and those with marginal (p = 0.001) or low (p = 0.001) food security demonstrated lower FV intake. Housing with food provision may buffer the effects of student characteristics on food.

  13. A Physicist for All Seasons: Part II

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    Oppenheimer, Frank

    2013-06-01

    The second part of this interview covers Frank Oppenheimer's move to the University of California at Berkeley and wartime work at the Westinghouse Research Laboratories in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the electromagnetic-separation plant in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and at Los Alamos, New Mexico (1941-1945); his postwar research at Berkeley (1945-1947); his appointment at the University of Minnesota in 1947 and firing two years later after being required to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee; his decade as a rancher in Colorado (1949-1959) and high-school science teacher toward the end of this period; his research at the University of Colorado in Boulder after 1959; his year as a Guggenheim Fellow at University College London in 1965; and his founding of the Exploratorium in San Francisco. California, in 1969. He also discusses his wartime relations with his older brother Robert and postwar events in Robert's life, including his Hearings before the Personnel Security Board of the Atomic Energy Commission in 1954.

  14. Geothermal Heat Pump System for New Student Housing Project at the University at Albany Main Campus

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    Lnu, Indumathi

    University at Albany successfully designed, constructed and is operating a new student housing building that utilizes ground source heat pump (GSHP) for heating and cooling the entire 191,500SF building. The installed system consists of a well field with 150 bores, 450 feet deep and (189) terminal heat pump units for a total capacity of 358 Tons cooling and 4,300 MBtu/h heating. The building opened in Fall 2012. The annual energy use and cost intensity of the building, after the changes made during the first 2 years’ of operation is 57kBtu/SF/Year and $1.30/SF/Year respectively. This is approximately 50% lower than themore » other residential quads on campus, despite the fact that the quads are not air-conditioned. The total project cost from design through 3-years of operations is approximately $6 Million, out of which $5.7 Million is for construction of the GSHP system including the well field. The University received a $2.78 Million grant from the Department of Energy. The estimated utility cost savings, compared to a baseline building with conventional HVAC system, is approximately $185,000. The estimated simple payback, after grant incentives, is 15 years. Additionally, the project has created 8.5FTE equivalent jobs.« less

  15. Prevalence of Residential Dampness and Mold Exposure in a University Student Population

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    Lanthier-Veilleux, Mathieu; Généreux, Mélissa; Baron, Geneviève

    2016-01-01

    The impact of residential dampness or mold on respiratory health is well established but few studies have focused on university students. This study aims to: (a) describe the prevalence of exposure to residential dampness or mold in university students according to socio-geographic factors and (b) identify associated housing characteristics. A web survey was conducted in 2014 among the 26,676 students registered at the Université de Sherbrooke (QC, Canada). Residential dampness and mold being closely intertwined, they were considered as a single exposure and assessed using a validated questionnaire. Exposure was compared according to socio-geographic and housing characteristics using chi-square tests and logistic regressions. Among the 2097 participants included in the study (response rate: 8.1%), over 80% were tenants. Residential exposure to dampness or mold was frequent (36.0%, 95% CI: 33.9–38.1). Marked differences for this exposure were noted according to home ownership (39.7% vs. 25.5% among tenants and owners respectively; OR = 1.92%, 95% CI: 1.54–2.38). Campus affiliation, household composition and the number of residents per building were associated with exposure to dampness or mold (p < 0.01), while sex and age were not. Exposure was also associated with older buildings, and buildings in need of renovations and lacking proper ventilation (p < 0.001). This study highlights the potential risk of university students suffering from mold-related health effects given their frequent exposure to this agent. Further research is needed to fully evaluate the mold-related health impact in this at risk group. PMID:26861364

  16. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Hearing

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    2018-05-17

    NASA Associate Administrator for the Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate William Gerstenmaier, left, Dr. Bhavya Lal, a researcher at the Institute for Defense Analysis's Science and Technology Policy Institute, center, and Dr. Elizabeth Cantwell, chief executive officer at the Arizona State University Research Enterprise, right, listen as Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, is seen on screen as he delivers an opening statement during a House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing titled "America's Human Presence in Low-Earth Orbit" on Thursday, May 17, 2018 in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington. Photo Credit: (NASA/Joel Kowsky)

  17. Meeting people where they are: engaging public housing residents for integrated pest management.

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    Scammell, Madeleine K; Duro, Laurie; Litonjua, Emily; Berry, Lilly; Reid, Margaret

    2011-01-01

    In a unique partnership, the Boston Public Health Commission, the Boston Housing Authority (BHA), Boston University School of Public Health, the Committee for Boston Public Housing, and the West Broadway Task Force (WBTF) led an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) intervention in Boston's public housing developments. Key to the success of the program was recruiting residents to participate. Residents who were trained as Community Health Advocates (CHAs) at the West Broadway Development in South Boston, Massachusetts, recruited over 300 homes to participate in the IPM intervention (out of 484 living units). This article describes the recruitment strategy and success from the perspective of CHAs at the West Broadway development.

  18. Recognizing the University of Southern Mississippi for 100 years of service and excellence in higher education.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Taylor, Gene [D-MS-4

    2010-03-24

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  19. Commending and congratulating the University of West Alabama on the occasion of its 175th anniversary.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Davis, Artur [D-AL-7

    2010-02-02

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  20. Crossroads 2000 proceedings [table of contents hyperlinked to documents

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    1998-08-19

    This document's table of contents hyperlinks to the 76 papers presented at the Crossroads 2000 Conference. The documents are housed at the web site for Iowa State University Center for Transportation Research and Education. A selection of 14 individu...

  1. Congratulating the University of Iowa Hawkeyes football team for winning the 2010 FedEx Orange Bowl.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Loebsack, David [D-IA-2

    2010-02-22

    House - 03/22/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  2. 13. Photocopy of photograph (original in Documents Collection, College of ...

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    13. Photocopy of photograph (original in Documents Collection, College of Environmental Design, University of California, Berkeley, CA) Circa 1910, photographer unknown VIEW LOOKING NORTHEAST - Howard B. Gates House, 62 South Thirteenth Street, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA

  3. Earth Science Education in Zimbabwe

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Walsh, Kevin L.

    1999-05-01

    Zimbabwe is a mineral-rich country with a long history of Earth Science Education. The establishment of a University Geology Department in 1960 allowed the country to produce its own earth science graduates. These graduates are readily absorbed by the mining industry and few are without work. Demand for places at the University is high and entry standards reflect this. Students enter the University after GCE A levels in three science subjects and most go on to graduate. Degree programmes include B.Sc. General in Geology (plus another science), B.Sc. Honours in Geology and M.Sc. in Exploration Geology and in Geophysics. The undergraduate curriculum is broad-based and increasingly vocationally orientated. A well-equipped building caters for relatively large student numbers and also houses analytical facilities used for research and teaching. Computers are used in teaching from the first year onwards. Staff are on average poorly qualified compared to other universities, but there is an impressive research element. The Department has good links with many overseas universities and external funding agencies play a strong supporting role. That said, financial constraints remain the greatest barrier to future development, although increasing links with the mining industry may cushion this.

  4. Honors

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    2014-10-01

    Sean C. Solomon, director of Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, has been selected as one of 10 recipients of the National Medal of Science, the White House announced on 3 October. The medal is considered the highest U.S. honor for achievement and leadership in advancing the field of science. Solomon served as AGU president from 1996 to 1998 and currently is the principal investigator of NASA's MESSENGER mission to Mercury. He will receive the medal at a White House ceremony later this year.

  5. The 1965 White House Conference on Health: inspiring the physician assistant movement.

    PubMed

    Hooker, Roderick S; Cawthon, Elisabeth A

    2015-10-01

    The 1965 White House Conference on Health brought together the best minds and the boldest ideas to deal with the nation's pressing health provider needs. The Community Health Clinics Act and the Duke University physician assistant (PA) program were among the many initiatives announced at this conference. The authors explore the conference proceedings, link them with other historical documents and events, and suggest that this conference was a contributing factor to the contemporary PA movement.

  6. Trends Shaping Housing Design.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Kennedy, Mike

    2002-01-01

    Proposes 10 strategies that colleges and universities can use to keep students living on their campuses. Strategies include providing more amenities to living areas, having greater electrical capacity in each room, providing computer connectivity, assuring greater fire safety and personal security, offering more dining options, and allowing…

  7. White Attitudes Toward Black Discrimination

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Austin, B. William

    1976-01-01

    Reviews several national surveys of white racial attitudes done between 1963 and 1974 by Harris and Associates, the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research, and Potomac Associates, focusing on perceptions of discrimination and attitudes towards housing, jobs, education, the police, legislation, and reverse discrimination. (JM)

  8. Australian Indigenous Knowledge and Libraries

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Nakata, Martin, Ed.; Langton, Marcia, Ed.

    2005-01-01

    In response to significant changes in the Indigenous information landscape, the State Library of New South Wales and Jumbunna Indigenous House of Learning, University of Technology, Sydney, hosted a Colloquium, "Libraries and Indigenous Knowledge," in December 2004. The two-day Colloquium brought together professionals, practitioners and…

  9. When Your Dorms Become Their Business.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Biddison, Gail B.; Hier, Thomas C.

    1996-01-01

    As more colleges and universities consider privatization of college housing, without many existing models to observe, institutions are encouraged to consider these issues before making a decision: in loco parentis responsibility; legal liability; shared obligations; financial arrangements and performance criteria; vendor responsibility for capital…

  10. 76 FR 13241 - Excepted Service

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2011-03-10

    ... Position title No. Effective date DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE......... Office of the Staff Assistant......... DA110013 1/31/2011 Communications. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Office of White House Deputy Director, DC110025 1... Colleges and Universities. Office of Planning, Special Assistant.... DB110024 1/28/2011 Evaluation and...

  11. The Spin Zone: Choosing Laundry Equipment.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Milshtein, Amy

    2003-01-01

    Discusses whether or not a college or university should own its own laundry equipment or contract out laundry services, including machine maintenance, and outlines the advantages of different types of washing machines for the student housing setting. Also reviews issues related to payment methods. (SLD)

  12. Wilson Campus School, 1968-77.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Long, Kathleen M.

    1994-01-01

    Describes an open-format laboratory school housed on the campus of Manakato University in Minnesota that was the antithesis of dominant schooling patterns in 1968. Wilson Campus School practiced early forms of authentic assessment, participative decision making, cooperative learning, nongraded student grouping, multicultural education, and…

  13. To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide universal service support to head start programs, and for other purposes.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Cuellar, Henry [D-TX-28

    2009-04-29

    House - 04/30/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  14. Congratulating the Augusta State University Jaguars men's golf team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division I Golf Championship.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Barrow, John [D-GA-12

    2010-07-19

    House - 10/13/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  15. Congratulating the University of Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team on winning the 2010 NCAA Division I National Wrestling Championships.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Loebsack, David [D-IA-2

    2010-03-25

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  16. View northeast, west side, and south side (showing National Defense ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    View northeast, west side, and south side (showing National Defense University Academic Operations Center Building in background) - Fort McNair, Film Store House, Fort Lesley J. McNair, P Street between Third & Fourth Streets, Southwest, Washington, District of Columbia, DC

  17. Low-cost digital image processing at the University of Oklahoma

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Harrington, J. A., Jr.

    1981-01-01

    Computer assisted instruction in remote sensing at the University of Oklahoma involves two separate approaches and is dependent upon initial preprocessing of a LANDSAT computer compatible tape using software developed for an IBM 370/158 computer. In-house generated preprocessing algorithms permits students or researchers to select a subset of a LANDSAT scene for subsequent analysis using either general purpose statistical packages or color graphic image processing software developed for Apple II microcomputers. Procedures for preprocessing the data and image analysis using either of the two approaches for low-cost LANDSAT data processing are described.

  18. A Method for Estimating the In-House Use of the Periodical Collection in the University of Minnesota Bio-Medical Library

    PubMed Central

    Tibbetts, Pamela

    1974-01-01

    During two one-week periods in April 1972, information on periodical title and date was gathered from periodicals collected from study and reshelving tables of the University of Minnesota Bio-Medical Library. It was determined that: (1) a few titles accounted for most of the total use; (2) the relationship between age and amount of use of a journal may be described by the equation y = ke−bx; and (3) the last five years of publication accounted for 58% of the total use. PMID:4812590

  19. In Brief: Rita Colwell receives National Medal of Science

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    Kumar, Mohi

    2007-07-01

    Rita Colwell, director of the U.S. National Science Foundation from 1998 to 2004, was awarded a U.S. National Medal of Science in a White House ceremony on 27 July 2007. Colwell, currently a professor of microbiology and biotechnology at the University of Maryland at College Park and a professor at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, received the award for her research on global infectious diseases and marine microbes, specifically the bacterium that causes pandemic cholera. The National Medal of Science is the United States' highest honor for scientific achievement. Colwell currently serves on AGU's development board.

  20. New Observatory at the University of Tennessee at Martin

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    Crews, Lionel J.; Chrysler, R.; Turner, K.

    2010-01-01

    A new observatory has been completed at the University of Tennessee at Martin and is now open for student research, local teacher training, and public outreach. The telescope is a 16" Meade RCT on a Software Bisque Paramount ME mount, 10' HomeDome, and SBIG CCD camera. The project endured many delays from a necessary change in housing from roll-top roof to dome, to the shutter blowing off in a heavy windstorm. This project was funded primarily by a Tennessee Math-Science Partnership grant (PI: Dr. Michael Gibson, UT Martin) directed at secondary teacher training in sciences.

  1. Straight talk with...David Baker.

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    Baker, David; Khamsi, Roxanne

    2012-11-01

    Thirty years ago, technology companies began nestling their facilities close to academia, and the idea of the university research park was born. Soon after, the concept took off in the field of medicine, and today it's not hard to find such innovation hubs that house biomedical startups drawing on the brainpower of professors and students alike. In late September, the Tucson, Arizona-based Association of University Research Parks--which includes about 170 research parks--announced that David Baker would serve as president of the organization's board of directors for the next year and help guide its strategic goals for the next five years. Baker, who is also the executive director of the University Technology Park at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, spoke with Roxanne Khamsi about how the organization hopes to branch out and transform these workplaces.

  2. Availability of tanning beds on US college campuses.

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    Pagoto, Sherry L; Lemon, Stephenie C; Oleski, Jessica L; Scully, Jonathan M; Olendzki, Gin-Fei; Evans, Martinus M; Li, Wenjun; Florence, L Carter; Kirkland, Brittany; Hillhouse, Joel J

    2015-01-01

    Indoor tanning is widespread among young adults in the United States despite evidence establishing it as a risk factor for skin cancer. The availability of tanning salons on or near college campuses has not been formally evaluated. To evaluate the availability of indoor tanning facilities on US college and university campuses (colleges) and in off-campus housing surrounding but not owned by the college. This observational study sampled the top 125 US colleges and universities listed in US News and World Report. Investigators searched websites of the colleges and nearby housing and contacted them by telephone inquiring about tanning services. Frequency of indoor tanning facilities on college campus and in off-campus housing facilities, as well as payment options for tanning. Of the 125 colleges, 48.0% had indoor tanning facilities either on campus or in off-campus housing, and 14.4% of colleges allow campus cash cards to be used to pay for tanning. Indoor tanning was available on campus in 12.0% of colleges and in off-campus housing in 42.4% of colleges. Most off-campus housing facilities with indoor tanning (96%) provide it free to tenants. Midwestern colleges had the highest prevalence of indoor tanning on campus (26.9%), whereas Southern colleges had the highest prevalence of indoor tanning in off-campus housing facilities (67.7%). Presence of on-campus tanning facilities was significantly associated with enrollment (P = .01), region (P = .02), and presence of a school of public health (P = .01) but not private vs public status (P = .18) or presence of a tobacco policy (P = .16). Presence of tanning facilities in off-campus housing was significantly associated with region (P = .002) and private vs public status (P = .01) but not enrollment (P = .38), tobacco policy (P = .80), or presence of a school of public health (P = .69). Reducing the availability of indoor tanning on and around college campuses is an important public health target.

  3. Bringing the Universe to the Valley of the Sun: Astronomy Outreach at Arizona State University

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    Ashcraft, Teresa; Knierman, K. A.; Taylor, W. L.; Rutkowski, M. J.

    2012-01-01

    The focal point of astronomy outreach at ASU is Astronomy Open House, which has run for more than 3 decades. It is a free event for the local community and provides an opportunity for night sky viewings with telescopes, interactions with scientist, and discussion of contemporary topics. Typically each Open House will also offer a planetarium show, activities for kids, and displays on meteorites, the Moon, and geology. During the 2010-2011 academic year approximately 900 people attended the 6 Open Houses. This was a record attendance and was in part due to targeted advertisement to K-12 student groups. To accommodate this growth we recruited additional undergraduate student volunteers, including those from both science and non-science academic backgrounds. We present here a summary of traditional Open House activities and new partnerships developed as a result of the increased volunteer pool. Through Open House we were able to partner with other programs at ASU and in the Phoenix area and the expanded community presence developed into new events at local schools and museums (e.g., Arizona Science Center, Phoenix Zoo). Additionally, in conjunction with the International Year of Astronomy, we hosted two events for local, traditionally under-served students in which the students learned about Galileo and built their own Galileoscopes for free. In June 2011, we visited the Tsaile Public School on the Navajo Reservation to present a series of hands-on astronomy activities including a guided program inside a portable STARLAB planetarium to over 60 Navajo students. T. Ashcraft is supported by an Arizona NASA Space Grant Fellowship. Open House is partially supported by ASU USG. Funding for Galileoscopes provided by ASU GPSA. NASA Summer of Innovation program supports events in Tsaile, AZ.

  4. The Sea Floor: A Living Learning Residential Community

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    Guentzel, J. L.; Rosch, E.; Stoughton, M. A.; Bowyer, R.; Mortensen, K.; Smith, M.

    2016-02-01

    Living learning communities are collaborations between university housing and academic departments designed to enhance the overall student experience by integrating classroom/laboratory learning, student life and extracurricular activities. At Coastal Carolina University, the residential community associated with the Marine Science program is known as the Sea Floor. Students selected to become members of the Sea Floor remain "in residence" for two consecutive semesters. These students are first-time freshman that share a common course connection. This course is usually Introduction to Marine Science (MSCI 111) or MSCI 399s, which are one credit field/laboratory centered internships. The common course connection is designed so residents can establish and maintain an educational dialog with their peers. Activities designed to enhance the students' networking skills and educational and social development skills include monthly lunches with marine science faculty and dinner seminars with guest speakers from academia, industry and government. Additionally, each semester several activities outside the classroom are planned so that students can more frequently interact with themselves and their faculty and staff partners. These activities include field trips to regional aquariums, local boat trips that include water sample collection and analysis, and an alternative spring break trip to the Florida Keys to study the marine environment firsthand. The resident advisor that supervises the Sea Floor is usually a sophomore or junior marine science major. This provides the residents with daily communication and mentoring from a marine science major that is familiar with the marine science program and residence life. Assessment activities include: a university housing community living survey, student interest housing focus groups, fall to spring and fall to fall retention, and evaluation of program advisors and program activities.

  5. Finance Committee actions ready health reform debate for House, Senate floors.

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    1994-07-07

    The activity of the US Senate Finance Committee was reported for the health care reform bill, which was sent out of committee to the floor of the Senate on July 2, 1994. The bill out of committee did not include provision for universal insurance coverage, and included amendments that might remove abortion, family planning, and reproductive health services from the standard package of required employee benefits. Other health reform measures where reported out of the Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee, the House Ways and Means Committee, and the Education and Labor Committee, which all contained a provision for universal insurance coverage through employer mandates, a standard benefits package, and comprehensive family planning services and reproductive health care. The Labor and Human Resources bill included counseling and education for family planning. Both House bills exempted family planning services from cost sharing requirements. Abortion coverage in these three bills was covered under "services for pregnant women." The Senate Finance Committee bill adopted "market reforms" which would reduce the cost of coverage for employers. A standard benefits package would be determined by all employers, regardless of whether employers contributed to coverage. The critical point of the Senate Finance bill is that it provides the opportunity to deny services for abortion on religious or moral grounds and to deny services for contraception, AIDS treatment, or substance abuse, by making acceptance optional by states and by insurers and by employers. The House Rules Committee will begin the first week in August to reconcile differences in the House bills. The Senate will reconcile differences in some fashion, without a prescribed procedure.

  6. Congratulating the Texas A&M University Aggies for winning the men's and women's NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championship.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Edwards, Chet [D-TX-17

    2010-06-17

    House - 09/13/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  7. Pockets of Rural Prosperity

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    Center for Rural Pennsylvania, 2004

    2004-01-01

    Pennsylvania's rural areas are often characterized as having lower incomes and lower housing values than urban areas. This characterization is not universally accurate, however, since there are some impressive pockets of wealth within rural Pennsylvania. To highlight the diversity of wealth among Pennsylvania's rural municipalities, the Center for…

  8. Predictors of Retention in a Homeless Veteran Intervention Program

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2012-12-01

    Educational Development /High School GPD Grant and Per Diem HCHV Health Care for Homeless Veterans HEARTH Homeless Emergency Assistance and...Planning and Public Affairs, University of Illinois at Chicago. The Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing ( HEARTH ) Act (P.L. 111

  9. Intercultural Internet-Based Learning: Know Your Audience and What They Value

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    Bentley, Joanne P. H.; Tinney, Mari Vawn; Chia, Bing Howe

    2004-01-01

    As the internet-based learning (IBL) market becomes increasingly global, understanding differing educational values and cultural expectations could provide an important competitive edge for providers (universities, publishing houses, and corporate training entities). How each of person determines "good" or "quality" instruction…

  10. PR Bibliography, 1997.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Walker, Albert, Ed.

    1997-01-01

    Based on searches of nearly 200 periodicals as well as publishers' flyers and brochures from 30 major publishing houses and university presses, this annotated bibliography presents a representative collection of books and journal articles related to the knowledge and practice of public relations published in 1996. The annotated bibliography is…

  11. 8. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy EAST (FRONT) ELEVATION, OLD ...

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    8. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy EAST (FRONT) ELEVATION, OLD PHOTO c. 1860 Restricted: Permission for use must be obtained in writing from Art Library, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut - Skinner-Trowbridge House, 46 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven, New Haven County, CT

  12. The stink bugs (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) of Washington state

    USDA-ARS?s Scientific Manuscript database

    Froeschner (1988) records 23 species of stink bugs (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) as occurring in Washington state. Based onmaterial primarily housed in the M.T. James Entomological Collection at Washington State University, the number of species is increased to 47. Species recorded by Froes...

  13. Congratulating the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona men's basketball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division II Men's Basketball National Championship.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-38

    2010-05-06

    House - 05/27/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  14. The Theory and Application of Information and Referral Systems in the University of Maryland Residence Halls

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    Thoman, Cherie; Moore, Jerry E.

    1977-01-01

    This resource system consists of eight information and referral centers each housing a resource instrument (binders and flip chart), an operator, outreach staff, one mobile instrument, a systematic updating system and an evaluation system. (Author/DOW)

  15. ARC-2009-ACD09-0108-033

    NASA Image and Video Library

    2009-02-08

    An SUV-sized Asteroid 2008TC# Impacts on October 7, 2008 in the Nubian Desert, Northern Sudan: Dr. Peter Jenniskens, NASA/SETI joined Muawia Shaddas of the University of Khartoum in leading an expedition on a search for samples. (Nubian House) Photo Credit: NASA/SETI/P. Jenniskens

  16. The House of Lords debates wound care strategy.

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    Browning, Paul

    2017-12-02

    On Tuesday 22 November, the House of Lords (London, UK) held a short debate 'Improving the standard of wound care in the NHS.' It consisted of nine questions from the floor and a response from Lord O'Shaughnessy, The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health (Conservative). Here, Paul Browning, (Doctoral Research Student, University of Worcester, employed by 3M UK plc) summarises the key points from the evening and explains why it is so important we keep wound care on the Government's agenda.

  17. Acquisition of a Scanning Laser Vibrometer System for Experimental Studies on Nonparametric Nonlinear System Identification and Aeroelastic Instability Suppression

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2011-03-06

    based LCO suppression system housed in a winglet , specifically designed for the GTW. Upon completion of rehabilitation and modifications to the wing to...accommodate the winglet /NES, the full system will be ready for additional testing in the TDT. 15. SUBJECT TERMS 16. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION OF...University, will result in the design of an NES-based LCO suppression system housed in a winglet , specifically designed for the GTW. Upon completion of

  18. The University of Montana's Blue Mountain Observatory

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    Friend, D. B.

    2004-12-01

    The University of Montana's Department of Physics and Astronomy runs the state of Montana's only professional astronomical observatory. The Observatory, located on nearby Blue Mountain, houses a 16 inch Boller and Chivens Cassegrain reflector (purchased in 1970), in an Ash dome. The Observatory sits just below the summit ridge, at an elevation of approximately 6300 feet. Our instrumentation includes an Op-Tec SSP-5A photoelectric photometer and an SBIG ST-9E CCD camera. We have the only undergraduate astronomy major in the state (technically a physics major with an astronomy option), so our Observatory is an important component of our students' education. Students have recently carried out observing projects on the photometry of variable stars and color photometry of open clusters and OB associations. In my poster I will show some of the data collected by students in their observing projects. The Observatory is also used for public open houses during the summer months, and these have become very popular: at times we have had 300 visitors in a single night.

  19. Improving the public house in Britain, 1920-40: Sir Sydney Nevile and "social work".

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    Mutch, Alistair

    2010-01-01

    The "improved public house" movement in the inter-war years was a central part of the shift towards retailing by the brewing industry. An important part of the reform movement was the alliance between certain brewers, notably Whitbread, and "social workers", particularly those associated with the University Settlement movement in London. Using the papers of Sydney Nevile, the importance of a particular social milieu is outlined, calling into question attempts to align the movement to improve public houses with transatlantic Progressivism. Rather, this alliance drew upon longstanding English traditions of public service and religious affiliation amongst a fraction of the gentry.

  20. Andre Hellegers and Carroll House: architect and blueprint for the Kennedy Institute of Ethics.

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    Harvey, John Collins

    2004-06-01

    The Newman programs established at secular colleges and universities provided an opportunity for intellectual, spiritual, and social growth among the Catholic student population. As a young physician and junior medical faculty member, Andre Hellegers took part in the early organization and ongoing work of Carroll House, the Newman Center at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions. Helleger's experience at Carroll House enabled him to develop a clear blueprint of an academic center of excellence for the scientific, theological, and philosophical exploration of the many problems that he had seen and foresaw in medicine. That center would become Georgetown's Kennedy Institute of Ethics.

  1. Factors Affecting Radon Concentration in Houses

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    Al-Sharif, Abdel-Latif; Abdelrahman, Y. S.

    2001-03-01

    The dangers to the human health upon exposure to radon and its daughter products is the main motivation behind the vast number of studies performed to find the concentration of radon in our living environment, including our houses. The presence of radon and its daughter products in houses are due to various sources including building materials and the soil under the houses. Many factors affect radon concentration in our houses, the elevation above ground level,ventilation, building materials and room usage being among these factors. In our paper, we discuss the effect of elevation above ground level, room usage and ventilation on the Radon concentration in houses. The faculty residences of the Mu'tah University (Jordan) were chosen in our study. Our results showed that the concentration of radon decreases with elevation. Ventilation rate was also found to affect radon concentration, where low concentrations observed for areas with good ventilation.

  2. Honoring North Dakota's colleges and universities for their efforts in serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans, and their families.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Pomeroy, Earl [D-ND-At Large

    2010-07-30

    House - 10/13/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  3. Study of Discontinuing Students at Macquarie University.

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    Baumgart, Neil

    1977-01-01

    Student responses to a questionnaire on 88 dropout prediction variables indicated that prevention of such wastage should be specific to student subgroup and should focus on colllege freshmen. (Available in microfiche from: Carfax Publishing Company, Haddon House, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxford 0X9 8JZ, England.) (CP)

  4. The Waite Campus: Industry, Research and Educational Collaboration.

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    PEB Exchange, 1997

    1997-01-01

    The Waite Campus at the University of Adelaide, South Australia, houses industrial, research, and educational organizations. One advantage of this co-location is sharing the cost of facilities and equipment. The facilities described include Plant Research Center, Wine Science Laboratory, refectory, library, conference facilities, teleteaching,…

  5. The Essentials of Safety and Security Management.

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    Jones, Lance D.

    2003-01-01

    Presents a road map for colleges and universities to follow when establishing an in-house protective services department, focusing on: the leadership and command structure, screening and hiring of security officers, training of campus security personnel, documentation of officers' actions, policies and procedures (particularly regarding the use of…

  6. Differential Allergy Induction by Molds Found in Water-Damaged Homes

    EPA Science Inventory

    Abstract: We compared the allergy induction potential of high concentration molds found in water-damaged homes and molds found more universally to house dust mite (HDM) in our mouse allergy/asthma model. Female BALB/c mice received 1 or 4 exposures by intratracheal aspiration of ...

  7. Love House

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    Miller, Maryellen B.; Cizek, Brigitte

    2006-01-01

    In February of 2004, the Department of Human Development/Family Studies at the University of Delaware hosted the Austrian Institute of Family Studies. Social worker Olaf Kapella and psychologist Brigitte Cizek presented their LoveTalks workshop which is a model for the community supported sex education program in Austria. The workshop leaders were…

  8. Teaching Students to Design for People.

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    Yilan, Gao; Liu, John K. C.

    1981-01-01

    Students at Qinghua University in China participate in real project design tasks. Thesis design in conjunction with real projects helps students to understand step-by-step the whole process of design work and the role of a qualified architect. A housing design course is included in the curriculum. (MLW)

  9. An Uncommon Cottage

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    Carlson, Scott

    2008-01-01

    This article features the Cliffs Cottage, a "showcase home" at Furman University which demonstrates the use of green technology in residential building and teaches about sustainability. Custom-built for the shelter-magazine dreams of "Southern Living," a sponsor of the home, the house seems better suited for a tony subdivision.…

  10. PR Bibliography, 1995.

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    Walker, Albert, Ed.

    1995-01-01

    Based on searches of more than 100 periodicals as well as flyers and brochures from 24 major publishing houses and university presses, this annotated bibliography presents a representative collection of books and journal articles related to the knowledge and practice of public relations published in 1994. The annotated bibliography is subdivided…

  11. Retirement Communities: A Financial Rewarding Educational Approach.

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    Horwitz, Michael D.; Rolett, Roderic L.

    1991-01-01

    For colleges and universities, development of underused assets can be compatible with or supportive of the institution's purpose and also be financially rewarding. Providing alumni retirement housing can enhance institutional ties with alumni, in turn boosting recruitment and fund raising. Successful development requires a unique blend of…

  12. Basic Skills, Basic Writing, Basic Research.

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    Trimmer, Joseph F.

    1987-01-01

    Overviews basic writing instruction and research by briefly discussing the history of remediation, results of a survey of basic writing programs in U.S. colleges and universities, and interviews with developmental textbook editors at major publishing houses. Finds that basic writing instruction continues to focus on sentence grammar. (MM)

  13. Adaptation Scolaire: Bibliographie annotee (Scholastic Adaptation: Annotated Bibliography).

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    Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Language Services Branch.

    This annotated bibliography on resources concerning scholastic adaptation for students with exceptionalities was based on information collected by the Alberta Ministry of Education (Candada) from publishing houses and university presses. From the 350 submissions received, the 42 entries in this bibliography represent the materials chosen as the…

  14. No Vacancy: Inn Provides Revenue Source for Financially Troubled Institute.

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    Bridges, Jerry G.; Brant, Joseph F.

    1994-01-01

    The Peabody Institute of Baltimore (Maryland), the Johns Hopkins University's music school, addressed its financial problems by converting four campus buildings into an inn used to house Elderhostel participants. Annual program revenues cover all costs and yield a financial reserve for the school. (MSE)

  15. Internal Benchmarking for Institutional Effectiveness

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    Ronco, Sharron L.

    2012-01-01

    Internal benchmarking is an established practice in business and industry for identifying best in-house practices and disseminating the knowledge about those practices to other groups in the organization. Internal benchmarking can be done with structures, processes, outcomes, or even individuals. In colleges or universities with multicampuses or a…

  16. 7. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy, August 1951 LATERAL VIEW, ...

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    7. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy, August 1951 LATERAL VIEW, EAST FRONT, OLD PHOTOGRAPH c. 1850 Restricted: Permission for use must be obtained in writing from Art Library, Yale University, New Haven, Conn. - Skinner-Trowbridge House, 46 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven, New Haven County, CT

  17. 15. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    15. Photocopy of 1872 photograph by Eadweard Muybridge in Stanford University Archives, PC 6. BASEMENT BILLIARD ROOM, LOOKING SOUTH. LEFT TO RIGHT, LELAND STANFORD, JR., MRS. LELAND STANFORD AND ANNA MARIA LATHROP (MRS. STANFORD'S SISTER) - Leland Stanford House, 800 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA

  18. Cataloging: Librarianship's Best Bargain.

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    Morris, Dilys E.; Wool, Gregory

    1999-01-01

    Iowa State University's cost study proves academic librarians can keep cataloging in-house and save staff costs. Several factors play a role in the productivity surge at ISU: increasing use of shared cataloging; growth of online authoring files; expanding role of support staff; increasing automation of catalogers' work; and structural flattening…

  19. Student Financial Aid Delivery System.

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    O'Neal, John R.; Carpenter, Catharine A.

    1983-01-01

    Ohio University's use of computer programing for the need analysis and internal accounting functions in financial aid is described. A substantial improvement of services resulted, with 6,000-10,000 students and the offices of financial aid, bursar, registration, student records, housing, admissions, and controller assisted in the process. Costs…

  20. Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the celebration of "Human Rights Day".

    THOMAS, 113th Congress

    Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47

    2013-12-10

    House - 01/10/2014 Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  1. NFE Core Bibliographies.

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    Michigan State Univ., East Lansing. Inst. for International Studies in Education.

    This collection of core bibliographies, which expands on an initial bibliography published in 1979 of the core resources housed in the Non-Formal Education Information Center at Michigan State University, comprises a basic stock of materials on nonformal education and women in development that have been contributed by development planners,…

  2. A Report of Selected Residential Continuing Education Centers in the United States.

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    Brown, W. Rex

    General information is presented concerning residential continuing education centers affiliated with public institutions of higher education. Attention was directed to those universities considered self-contained with full-service facilities, including conference facilities, housing accommodations, and food services. Based on the latest documents…

  3. 1. FLOOR PLANS (from sheet of drawings titled 'Alterations for ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    1. FLOOR PLANS (from sheet of drawings titled 'Alterations for Miss Alice Lee, San Diego California, 1911.' Original in the Art Galleries, University of California, Santa Barbara. Copied for the HABS Collection, 1975) - Alice Lee House, 3578 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, San Diego County, CA

  4. Congratulating the University of St. Thomas Tommies baseball team for winning the 2009 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III Men's Baseball National Championship.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4

    2009-06-03

    House - 07/23/2009 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  5. Congratulating the six-time Defending Mid-American Conference Champion Bowling Green State University women's basketball team on another outstanding and record-setting season.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5

    2010-03-25

    House - 04/30/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  6. Social Work Internship in Public Housing: An Interdisciplinary Experience

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    Kurren, Oscar; Lister, Paul

    1976-01-01

    Principles shaping the focus of the social work internship program at the University of Hawaii included: an interdisciplinary framework providing for faculty and student development from the Schools of Public Health, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, and Social Work; and total responsibility for task assignment, affording…

  7. 10. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy BASEMENT PLAN, NORTH ELEVATION, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    10. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy BASEMENT PLAN, NORTH ELEVATION, ARCHITECT'S ORIGINAL PLAN Restricted: Not to be reproduced without written permission from Beinecke Rare Books Library, Yale University, New Haven, Conn. - John Pitkin Norton House, 52 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven, New Haven County, CT

  8. 12. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy CHAMBER PLAN, REAR ELEVATION, ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    12. Historic American Buildings Survey Photocopy CHAMBER PLAN, REAR ELEVATION, ARCHITECT'S ORIGINAL PLAN Restricted: Not to be reproduced without written permission from Beinecke Rare Books Library, Yale University, New Haven, Conn. - John Pitkin Norton House, 52 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven, New Haven County, CT

  9. PR Bibliography, 1996.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Walker, Albert, Ed.

    1996-01-01

    Based on searches of more than 100 periodicals as well as flyers and brochures from 24 major publishing houses and university presses, this annotated bibliography presents a representative collection of books and journal articles (published in 1995) related to the knowledge and practice of public relations. The annotated bibliography is divided…

  10. Art and the teaching of pathological anatomy at the University of Florence since the nineteenth century.

    PubMed

    Nesi, Gabriella; Santi, Raffaella; Taddei, Gian Luigi

    2009-07-01

    In 1840, the University of Florence was the first university in Italy to confer a Professorship in Pathological Anatomy. The origin of this teaching post is linked to the history of the Pathology Museum founded in 1824 by the Florentine Accademia Medico-Fisica. The Museum houses anatomical specimens and waxworks depicting pathological conditions in the nineteenth century. Both the need to instruct medical students in pathology without resorting to corpse dissection and the difficulty of the lengthy preservation of anatomical preparations made it necessary to produce life-sized wax duplicates of diseased parts of the body. Through the history of the Pathology Museum of Florence, we describe how pathology developed and, in particular, how pathologists from a literary circle laid the foundations of modern surgical pathology in Italy. Museum visits for the medical students guided by lecturers are still today a component of the course of Pathological Anatomy.

  11. Bacterial Contamination of Adult House Flies (Musca domestica) and Sensitivity of these Bacteria to Various Antibiotics, Captured from Hamadan City, Iran.

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    Nazari, Mansour; Mehrabi, Tahereh; Hosseini, Seyed Mostafa; Alikhani, Mohammad Yousef

    2017-04-01

    House flies ( Musca domestica ) have been known as a mechanical vector in spreading infectious diseases such as cholera, shigellosis, salmonellosis and skin infections. To investigate the bacterial contaminations of house flies and determine the resistance of these bacteria against various antibiotics. An analytical descriptive cross- sectional study was conducted. The study was performed from July to September 2015 in Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran. A total number of 300 house flies were collected from four places, 75 flies from each place, including two educational hospitals belonging to Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, a fruit and vegetables center, and a livestock slaughter. The body surface of house flies was washed using the physiological sterile serum and the obtained solution was centrifuged at 2000 rpm for five minutes. The identification of bacteria was carried out using the phenotypic methods. The resistance of bacteria against various antibiotics was determined using the disk diffusion approach. Data were analysed by the employment of SPSS software package version 20.0. A total number of 394 bacterial strains were isolated from 275 house flies. The most prevalent type of bacteria was Bacillus spp which was detected in 31.1% of house flies. Moreover, Staphylococcus s pp. (22.9%), Escherichia coli (11.6%) were other prevalent species, whereas, Enterococcus s pp. was the least prevalent type of bacteria in the collected house flies. In terms of resistance to antibiotics, it was identified that bacteria extracted from house flies which were collected from hospital environments were more resistant to antibiotics compared with the resistance of bacteria extracted from house flies which were collected from non hospital environments. The maximum bacterial isolation was found in houseflies from hospital No.1 environment from around the accumulation of garbage. It is a well-known fact that house flies are a source of bacterial contamination and can act as a mechanical carrier and cause bacterial diseases. It can be postulated that house flies play a major role in spreading antibiotic resistant bacteria. However, the flies from hospital environments were more contaminated, mainly because the people referring to health center are normally ill and carrier of many pathogens. Further, hospital environments should be controlled using administrative procedures.

  12. University-Based Teleradiology in the United States.

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    Hunter, Tim B; Krupinski, Elizabeth A

    2014-04-15

    This article reviews the University of Arizona's more than 15 years of experience with teleradiology and provides an overview of university-based teleradiology practice in the United States (U.S.). In the U.S., teleradiology is a major economic enterprise with many private for-profit companies offering national teleradiology services (i.e., professional interpretation of radiologic studies of all types by American Board of Radiology certified radiologists). The initial thrust for teleradiology was for after-hours coverage of radiologic studies, but teleradiology has expanded its venue to include routine full-time or partial coverage for small hospitals, clinics, specialty medical practices, and urgent care centers. It also provides subspecialty radiologic coverage not available at smaller medical centers and clinics. Many U.S. university-based academic departments of radiology provide teleradiology services usually as an additional for-profit business to supplement departmental income. Since academic-based teleradiology providers have to compete in a very demanding marketplace, their success is not guaranteed. They must provide timely, high-quality professional services for a competitive price. Academic practices have the advantage of house officers and fellows who can help with the coverage, and they have excellent subspecialty expertise. The marketplace is constantly shifting, and university-based teleradiology practices have to be nimble and adjust to ever-changing situations.

  13. University of Wisconsin Ion Beam Laboratory: A facility for irradiated materials and ion beam analysis

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    Field, K. G.; Wetteland, C. J.; Cao, G.

    2013-04-19

    The University of Wisconsin Ion Beam Laboratory (UW-IBL) has recently undergone significant infrastructure upgrades to facilitate graduate level research in irradiated materials phenomena and ion beam analysis. A National Electrostatics Corp. (NEC) Torodial Volume Ion Source (TORVIS), the keystone upgrade for the facility, can produce currents of hydrogen ions and helium ions up to {approx}200 {mu}A and {approx}5 {mu}A, respectively. Recent upgrades also include RBS analysis packages, end station developments for irradiation of relevant material systems, and the development of an in-house touch screen based graphical user interface for ion beam monitoring. Key research facilitated by these upgrades includes irradiationmore » of nuclear fuels, studies of interfacial phenomena under irradiation, and clustering dynamics of irradiated oxide dispersion strengthened steels. The UW-IBL has also partnered with the Advanced Test Reactor National Scientific User Facility (ATR-NSUF) to provide access to the irradiation facilities housed at the UW-IBL as well as access to post irradiation facilities housed at the UW Characterization Laboratory for Irradiated Materials (CLIM) and other ATR-NSUF partner facilities. Partnering allows for rapid turnaround from proposed research to finalized results through the ATR-NSUF rapid turnaround proposal system. An overview of the UW-IBL including CLIM and relevant research is summarized.« less

  14. Developing from within: ensuring the ambulatory emergency care workforce is fit for purpose.

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    Thurgate, Claire; Holmes, Sue

    2015-11-01

    Emergency healthcare provision is changing, and services need to respond to evolving health economies while providing safe, effective, patient-centred care. Ambulatory care is developing to meet these needs, but workforce planners need to ensure that staff are fit for purpose. To address this, one trust, in partnership with a local university, designed a bespoke in-house, work-based learning package on ambulatory care, which was delivered to registered nurses by practice experts. This article describes the project and discusses the evaluation, which highlighted the benefits of this way of learning for the nurses, the trust and the university, and identified some areas that require development.

  15. OAST space technology accomplishments FY 1991

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1992-01-01

    The program consists of a continuum of space research and technology activities ranging from initial research to the full scale test of prototype equipment in space. Activities include work that is performed by in-house staff at the NASA Centers, university researchers supported by NASA funded grants and contracts, and industrial aerospace organizations under contract to NASA. These diverse activities provide advances in technology breakthroughs that may revolutionalize a technical discipline or mission concept. The work is managed and coordinated by OAST through a process that integrates the best available talent and capability in NASA, industry, and universities into a National civil space research and technology program.

  16. 78 FR 49769 - Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Telemanagement Forum

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-08-15

    ... the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission disclosing changes in its membership. The...; Innova Bilisim Cozumleri, Maslak, TURKEY; Intelli Solutions S.A., Athens, GREECE; International IT House..., GERMANY; Synopsis S.A., Lima, PERU; Trendium, Boulder, CO; University of Witwatersrand, School of...

  17. Student, Worker, Mom: On Campus, In Need.

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    Chater, Shirley; Hatch, Ann

    1991-01-01

    Colleges and universities must become aware of the growing number of students who are mothers, considering programs and policies enabling them to combine and cope with the demands of academics, home, and work. Needs of these students include improved programs, schedules, child care, financial aid, housing, and support systems. (MSE)

  18. Saving Time with Automated Account Management

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    School Business Affairs, 2013

    2013-01-01

    Thanks to intelligent solutions, schools, colleges, and universities no longer need to manage user account life cycles by using scripts or tedious manual procedures. The solutions house the scripts and manual procedures. Accounts can be automatically created, modified, or deleted in all applications within the school. This article describes how an…

  19. Talking Stick. Volume 28, Number 6, July-August 2011

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2011-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/ February, March/April, May/ June, July/August, September/October, and November/ December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections, namely: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain…

  20. Talking Stick. Volume 27, Number 3, January-February 2010

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2010-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, and November/December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain articles…

  1. Development of a Semi-Autonomous Underwater Vehicle for Intervention Missions

    DTIC Science & Technology

    2000-10-30

    Alexander Malahoff of the University of Hawaii, Dr. Homayoun Seraji of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and Mr. Dick Turlington of the Pacific Missile...AUV. The angular orientation sensor is housed within a 1-inch OD cylindrical pressure vessel (6000-m capable) made low- Fe grade-2 titanium. For a

  2. White House Challenge Forum for Small Businesses.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Bell, T. H.

    Small businesses can participate in a variety of partnerships with the educational community that can result in benefits to all partners. Examples of successful school-business partnerships in Arizona include the Aquafria Foundation in Evandale; the partnership among the University of Arizona, Pueblo High School, and the Puma County-State Bar…

  3. The Amistad Research Center: Documenting the African American Experience.

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    Chepesiuk, Ron

    1993-01-01

    Describes the Amistad Research Center housed at Tulane University which is a repository of primary documents on African-American history. Topics addressed include the development and growth of the collection; inclusion of the American Missionary Association archives; sources of support; civil rights; and collecting for the future. (LRW)

  4. Talking Stick. Volume 29, Number 6, July-August 2012

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2012-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, and November/December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain…

  5. Talking Stick. Volume 29, Number 2, November-December 2011

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2011-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, and November/December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain articles…

  6. Students as Teachers: What Faculty Learn by Living on Campus

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Sriram, Rishi; Shushok, Frank, Jr.; Perkins, Jennifer; Scales, T. Laine

    2011-01-01

    In its recent history, American higher education has segmented the student experience, especially as research universities have grown in size and complexity. To increase the integration of undergraduate learning experiences, many efforts have combined the curricular and cocurricular worlds of students. In one practice, housing and residence life…

  7. Learning Partnerships: Lessons from the Lakota Sioux of Rosebud.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Leigh, Katharine E.; Tee, Effie

    1997-01-01

    Collaboration between Native and non-Native American faculty and students from the University of Oklahoma's Department of Architecture, members of the American Indian Council of Architects and Engineers (AICAE), and members of the Rosebud Sioux (South Dakota) generated reservation housing proposals that would meet family and environmental needs…

  8. Talking Stick. Volume 29, Number 4, March-April 2012

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2012-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, and November/December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain articles…

  9. Students Delivering Health Care to a Vulnerable Appalachian Population through Interprofessional Service-Learning

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Lee, Michelle L.; Hayes, Patricia A.; McConnell, Peggy; Henry, Robin M.

    2013-01-01

    Interprofessional student service-learning experiences are integrated into the preventive care of older adult residents of public housing in Appalachia. Receiving a Health Resources and Services Administration grant provided the College of Nursing at East Tennessee State University the opportunity to expand interprofessional clinical experiences…

  10. Assessment of General Chemistry Instruction

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    Bergin, Adam; Sharp, Kevan; Gatlin, Todd A.; Villalta-Cerdas, Adrian; Gower, Austin; Sandi-Urena, Santiago

    2013-01-01

    Commercial online instructor evaluations have gained traction in influencing students' decisions on professor and course selections at universities. RateMyProfessors.com (RMP) is the most popular of such evaluation tools and houses a wealth of information from the students' viewpoint. The purpose of this study was to determine whether RMP data…

  11. Quantifying transit-oriented development's potential contribution to federal policy objectives on transportation-housing-energy interactions.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2013-03-01

    This project involved a comprehensive and compact study of the built environment in light rail transit station areas in Denver, Colorado and : travel behaviors in both TOD- and non-TOD areas in the region. Graduate students from the University of Con...

  12. Media, Think Tanks, and Educational Research

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    Yettick, Holly

    2011-01-01

    The Bunkum Awards are a sort of beauty contest for ugly people. Bestowed by the National Education Policy Center housed at the University of Colorado at Boulder, they reward the most "nonsensical, confusing, and disingenuous" studies of education published each year. Contestants are drawn from reports critiqued by the Think Tank Review…

  13. The Departmentalization of the ESL Program.

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    Bolton, John K.

    A review of prevailing patterns of sponsorship of college and university English as a second language (ESL) programs indicates that in community colleges, they tend to be housed in English departments. In four-year institutions they are generally in semi-autonomous units or institutes. The argument for departmental sponsorship is based on data…

  14. In-House vs. Franchise College Food Services and Bookstores.

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    Stumph, W. J.

    In determining whether colleges or universities should operate their own food services or bookstores or lease them to contract operators, school business officers should consider a number of factors. These include whether sales volume is sufficiently large to cover direct operating costs and overhead; inventory investment; appearance, service, and…

  15. The Challenges of On-Campus Recruitment Events

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    McCoy, Amy

    2012-01-01

    On-campus admissions events are the secret weapon that colleges and universities use to convince students to apply and enroll. On-campus events vary depending on the size, location, and type of institution; they include campus visitations, open houses, preview days, scholarship events, admitted student events, and summer yield events. These events…

  16. Predictors of Diversification of Journalism & Mass Communication Faculties 1989-1998.

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    Becker, Lee B.; Huh, Jisu; Vlad, Tudor

    2003-01-01

    Examines three different factors that could explain the variability in attempts to diversify journalism and mass communication faculties: the characteristics of the region in which the journalism program is located, the characteristics of the university that houses the program, and the characteristics of the journalism program itself. Outlines…

  17. HPC: Rent or Buy

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    Fredette, Michelle

    2012-01-01

    "Rent or buy?" is a question people ask about everything from housing to textbooks. It is also a question universities must consider when it comes to high-performance computing (HPC). With the advent of Amazon's Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Microsoft Windows HPC Server, Rackspace's OpenStack, and other cloud-based services, researchers now have…

  18. A One-of-a-Kind Technology Expansion.

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    Wiens, Janet

    2002-01-01

    Describes the design of the expansion of the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) Advanced Computation Building at the University of Illinois, Champaign. Discusses how the design incorporated column-free space for flexibility, cooling capacity, a freight elevator, and a 6-foot raised access floor to neatly house airflow, wiring,…

  19. In Practice: Harvard Houses--The Value of the Tutorial System

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    Nelson, Suzy; Johnson, Laura; Boes, Lisa

    2012-01-01

    In recent years, many institutions have developed residential living-learning communities that aim to involve faculty in promoting peer-to-peer learning and furthering students' scholarly interests in a residential setting. A special type of living-learning community--the residential college--has been embraced by many: Harvard University; the…

  20. What Would Sartre Say? And, Arendt's Reply?

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    Blau, Judith

    2007-01-01

    Only governments can ensure, through laws and policies, the provision of universal public goods, such as a safe supply of water, affordable health care and housing. They can regulate commerce and the private sector. However, governments cannot legislate Jean-Paul Sartre's radical freedoms, Amartya Sen's developmental freedoms, or Hannah Arendt's…

  1. Student Residences: From Housing to Education

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    Parameswaran, Ashvin; Bowers, Jack

    2014-01-01

    There is a long history of universities perceiving residences as pivotal in the learning process. Over the last 50 years, the nature and efficacy of residential environments as an educational tool have been extensively researched. However, within some sections of the tertiary residential sector, in the United States, the United Kingdom, New…

  2. Law Students Practice in Public.

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    American School and University, 1981

    1981-01-01

    The glass walls and observation lounge of Hamline University Law Center's moot court allow passersby to glimpse the action day or night. Faculty offices, secretarial spaces, and several student organizations are housed on the second floor. The brick and masonry exterior was designed to fit in with other campus buildings. (Author/MLF)

  3. Using Intranets To Support Teaching and Learning.

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    Barker, Philip

    1999-01-01

    Describes some of the ways in which in-house Web-based networks, or intranets, can be used, possibly in conjunction with the Internet, to facilitate new ways of supporting student-managed, autonomous learning activities. Presents a case study of an undergraduate course at the University of Teesside (United Kingdom), and discusses future…

  4. Information Society: Agenda for Action in the UK.

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    Phillips of Ellesmere, Lord

    1997-01-01

    Explains the House of Lords Select Committee on Science and Technology in the UK (United Kingdom) and discusses its report that addresses the need for information technology planning on a national basis. Topics include electronic publishing for access to government publications, universal access, regulatory framework, encryption and verification,…

  5. Congratulating Flint native, University of Alabama Sophmore and running back Mark Ingram on winning the 2009 Heisman Trophy and honoring both his athletic and academic achievements.

    THOMAS, 111th Congress

    Rep. Kildee, Dale E. [D-MI-5

    2009-12-14

    House - 02/23/2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. (All Actions) Tracker: This bill has the status IntroducedHere are the steps for Status of Legislation:

  6. Center for Adaptive Optics | Software

    Science.gov Websites

    Center for Adaptive Optics A University of California Science and Technology Center home Adaptive Optics Software The Center for Adaptive Optics acts as a clearing house for distributing Software to Institutes it gives specialists in Adaptive Optics a place to distribute their software. All software is

  7. US Public Universities' Compliance with Recommended Tobacco-Control Policies

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    Halperin, Abigail C.; Rigotti, Nancy A.

    2003-01-01

    To address the rise in tobacco use among college students, several national health organizations, including the American College Health Association,recommend that colleges enact smoking bans in and around all campus buildings, including student housing, and prohibit the sale, advertisement, and promotion of tobacco products on campus. Key…

  8. Talking Stick. Volume 26, Number 6, July-August 2009

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2009-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, and November/December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain articles…

  9. Talking Stick. Volume 27, Number 5, May-June 2010

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Baumann, James A., Ed.

    2010-01-01

    The "Talking Stick" is published bimonthly, six times a year in January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, and November/December by the Association of College and University Housing Officers-International. Each issue is divided into three sections: Features, Columns, and Departments. These sections contain articles…

  10. Medical Ethics Training: A Clinical Partnership.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Thomasma, David C.

    1979-01-01

    The ethics training program at the University of Tennessee Center for the Health Sciences involves a four-way dialogue among clinical faculty and house staff, ethics faculty and fellows, the medical students, and philosophy ethics students. The program's clinical basis allows participants to become sophisticated about ethical issues in practice.…

  11. Don't Outsource It. Do It!

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Nuzzo, David

    1999-01-01

    Discusses outsourcing in library technical-services departments and how to make the department more cost-effective to limit the need for outsourcing as a less expensive alternative. Topics include experiences at State University of New York at Buffalo; efficient use of computers for in-house programs; and staff participation. (LRW)

  12. Leading Change: Curriculum Reform in Graduate Education in the Biomedical Sciences

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    Dasgupta, Shoumita; Symes, Karen; Hyman, Linda

    2015-01-01

    The Division of Graduate Medical Sciences at the Boston University School of Medicine houses numerous dynamic graduate programs. Doctoral students began their studies with laboratory rotations and classroom training in a variety of fundamental disciplines. Importantly, with 15 unique pathways of admission to these doctoral programs, there were…

  13. New Technologies in Academic Publishing.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Waller, Robert; Lefrere, Paul

    1981-01-01

    The Open University has become one of the biggest publishing houses in Great Britain. Its course units are produced in a system closely modeled on that of commercial publishers. New technologies in publishing have important educational implications. They can produce up-to-date materials for high level, small population courses. (Author/MLW)

  14. 4. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    4. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior To and During the Civil War Period,' Unpublished Report, Iowa State University, (Ames, IA), 1960.) FLOOR PLAN, 1944 ('Fig. 4-D') - M. R. Tidrick House, 122 South Fourth Avenue, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  15. 3. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    3. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior To and During the Civil War Period,' Unpublished Report, Iowa State University, (Ames, IA), 1960.) FLOOR PLAN, 1874 ('Fig. 4-C') - M. R. Tidrick House, 122 South Fourth Avenue, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  16. 2. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic ...

    Library of Congress Historic Buildings Survey, Historic Engineering Record, Historic Landscapes Survey

    2. Photocopy of measured drawing (from Robert R. Harvey's 'Historic Stone Architecture of Winterset, Iowa, Prior To and During the Civil War Period,' Unpublished Report, Iowa State University, (Ames, IA), 1960.) FLOOR PLAN, 1866 ('Fig 4-B') - M. R. Tidrick House, 122 South Fourth Avenue, Winterset, Madison County, IA

  17. Is There an Honorary Doctor in the House?

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Freiherr, Gregory T.

    1979-01-01

    The practice of awarding honorary degrees by American colleges and universities is examined. Topics include the background of the practice, schools that refuse to participate, the selection process used by some institutions, possible financial and other reasons for granting honorary degrees, and benefits gained by those honored. (JMD)

  18. Outsourcing. CAUT Briefing Note

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Canadian Association of University Teachers, 2015

    2015-01-01

    Increasingly, university and college administrators are contracting out their institutions' operational information technology (IT) needs. Specifically, this means moving from an IT system with a server based at the institution with an in house IT support staff to a cloud based system outside the institution where most of the staff resources are…

  19. Status Report on Image Information Systems and Image Data Base Technology

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1989-12-01

    PowerHouse, StarGate , StarNet. Significant Recent Developments: Acceptance major teaching Universities (Australia), U.S.A.F. Major Corporations. Future...scenario, all computers must be VAX). STARBASE StarBase StarNet, (Network server), StarBase StarGate , (SQL gateway). SYBASE Sybase is an inherently

  20. Media Catalog: South Asian Studies. 1979-1980.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Kansas State Univ., Manhattan. South Asia Media Center.

    The bibliography lists and annotates 111 multimedia teaching aids for instruction in South Asian Studies at the elementary, secondary, and collegiate levels. The collection listed is housed in the South Asia Media Center at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. Topics covered include the culture, economics, daily life, politics, religion,…

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