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Fall 2019 University Libraries eNewsletter
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Minutes of the Meeting of the University Senate, December 5, 2019
(2019-12-05)A Informational Items: Program Modifications; Provost’s Updates | B.Roll Call | C. Approval of the minutes of September 19, 2019 | D. Old Business: None | E. New Business: new Graduate English as a Second Language Policy; ... -
Contemporary Human Resources Issues for the Modern LGBT+ Adult
Individuals within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender plus (LGBT+) community have been discriminated against in employment and related factors since the early 20th century. Discrimination has appeared in subtle ... -
Minutes of the Formal Session of the Oakland University Board of Trustees, October 14, 2019
(2019-10-14)A. Call to Order | B. Roll Call | C. President's Report - President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz; Ronald P. Watson, Associate Vice President for University Human Resources; Joi M. Cunningham, Assistant Vice President for Academic ... -
A Computational Analysis of Black Hole Interiors
This project will explore the interiors of black holes using computer simulations. Currently, photographs are being released of black holes, but because of their powerful singularities where even light cannot escape, the ... -
Analysis of Gear Tooth Profiles for use in a Mechanical Clock
This project explores the differences in two gear teeth profiles, involute and cycloidal, and determines which profile is more advantageous for use in a gear train like that found in a mechanical clock. Involute gear teeth ... -
Making Public Policy through Direct Democracy: Comparing Michigan’s 2018 Legalizing Recreational Marijuana and Citizens Redistricting Commission Ballot Proposals
Direct democracy is an entrenched part of the Michigan civil society and yet it is relatively unstudied. This is particularly true when examining the 2018 marijuana and redistricting ballot proposals. Current research ... -
Perceptions of the Glass Ceiling and the Importance of Choosing the Right Role Model
Abstract This research centers around the importance of correct role models as a contingent for optimum effects on those seeking meaningful examples of determining success. Specifically, the research asks the question: ... -
The Development of Fission Fitness
This thesis is a creative project that explores the ways in which graphic design can communicate the importance of physical health and well-being to the college-aged community. This topic is explored through the creation ... -
Proposal for: Tackling Internet Sales Taxes in a Post-Wayfair World
My thesis analyzes the 2018 United States Supreme Court decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair, 138 S. Ct 2080 (2018), including the decision’s impact on sales and use taxes on businesses located in numerous states. Accordingly, ... -
Evolution and Culture: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Women and the Glass Ceiling
Evolved leadership styles such as privilege-based and dominance-based leadership are the basis of hierarchical structures, such as patriarchy. Patriarchy, as a founding principle of the Abrahamic Religions, such as ... -
Minutes of the Meeting of the University Senate, September 19, 2019
(Oakland University, 2019-09-19)A. Information Items: Appointment of Senate Parliamentarian; Appointment of the Senate Secretary; Appointment of Senate Elections Committee; South Foundation Hall Update; Strategic Enrollment Management Update; Youth ... -
Minutes of the Formal Session of the Oakland University Board of Trustees, August 12, 2019
(2019-08-12)A. Call to Order| B. Roll Call | C. President's Report - President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz; Chad Martinez, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator; and Steven C. Waterfield, Athletics Director ... -
Avoiding Unethical Publishers & Determining Journal Quality
(2019-10-23)Learn best practices for vetting open access journals before choosing where to publish and how to avoid falling prey to fake publishing and conference invitations. -
Increase Your Research Visibility: Getting Your Work Noticed, Cited and Read
(2019-10-25)Learn about how to get your scholarship openly available online and utilize social media and online profiles to increase your research impact. -
I Didn't Know That Was Open: Locating and Using Cool Free Quality Content
(2019-10-21)Learn about the plethora of quality open content available from peer-reviewed research, data, monographs, textbooks and images and discuss some of the misconceptions about open access. -
Teacher Knowledge Matters
The DIGILIT FRAMEWORK Selecting and integrating the use of digital texts or tools in literacy lessons are complex tasks. The DigiLit Framework provides a succinct model to guide planning, reflection, coaching, and ... -
Academic Conduct Committee Annual Report 2018-2019
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In Focus - Student Edition 2019
(2019)