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The role of knowledge and environmental values on consumer beliefs, attitude, and purchase intention toward leather products

Creator:: Becker, Elizabeth S.
Abstract:: Globally, it is estimated that over 2,518,200 tons of hides and skins were exported in the year 2011 alone, with an estimated world production yield of 23 billion square feet of finished leather (FA0, 2011; Mwinyihija, 2011). While some manufacturers have adopted eco-friendly production methods, most tanneries still practice the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: would also like to thank Dr. Leslie Burns and Dr. Larry Roeper for

Constructing identities : analyzing dress, appearance, and mental illness in Wilkie Collins' The Woman in White

Creator:: Haas, Rachael E.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine how the popular writer Wilkie Collins used dress and appearance to bring to light concerns about mental illness in his 1859-60 sensation novel The Woman in White. The method of narrative analysis was used to complete this study. Data sheets were developed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Impact of price and color availability on fair trade and organic apparel choice

Creator:: Hodgin, Elizabeth Dee
Abstract:: Working conditions in the international garment industry have long been a concern and a process to assess and certify fair trade practices was developed as a means by which to improve those conditions. Standards for fair trade apparel include safe working conditions, fair wages, compliance with laws, and reduced environmental...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , from whom I learned a great deal. Also, I want to thank my committee members, Dr. Leslie Davis Burns

Culture and identity expression in interiors : an ethnography of sorority study rooms

Creator:: Carter, Bev
Abstract:: This ethnographic study describes the patterns of decorating in the study rooms of university sorority women. The primary method of data were collection was by means of interviews with sorority members. Observations and photographs of the study rooms of these members supplemented the interviews and provided validation for categorization purposes....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: throughout the research process. I also thank Dr. Leslie Burns and Professor David Eiseman for their

Preschooler's perceptions of a patio garden

Creator:: Upington, Deborah A.
Abstract:: This study sought to fill a void in research literature supporting Attention Restoration Theory (ART) and the beneficial effects of exposure to natural, green spaces. The literature predominantly discusses studies with adult and older child participants, finding that exposure to natural environments often produces an attention-restoring effect. ART has been...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

A 60 Second Exposure of Whole Body Vibration has no Effect on Muscular Strength or Vertical Jump Height.

Creator:: Welch, John D.
Abstract:: For more than 30 years, researchers have investigated the effects of whole body vibration (WBV) platforms on athletic performance. WBV is a modality in which an individual stands on a vibrating platform to obtain performance effects. Frequency and amplitude of the vibration are the commonly adjusted parameters. The use of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Educational needs assessment of designers in west coast states : architects and engineers on the topic of wood products

Creator:: Roth, Travis J.
Abstract:: Architects and engineers are two key types of design professionals who influence the use of wood products in construction. Eighty to ninety percent by volume of all residential structures in the U.S. are wood (Gupta, 2005). In 2010, the non-residential market was made up by 10% wood, 60% steel and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Visual Imagery On Social Media: Increasing Power Through The Use of Photographs on Social Media

Creator:: Green, Julia M. (Julia Michelle)
Abstract:: Scholars promote the ability of visual imagery to have a number of political campaigning benefits such as influencing opinions and attitudes and encouraging vibrant, striving democracy while improving the quality of public knowledge and opinion. However, previous research on this subject has failed to identify how presidential candidates display their...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Assessing steel bevel gear design alternatives for sustainability performance through unit manufacturing process modeling

Creator:: Eastwood, Michael D.
Abstract:: As the growth in demand for sustainable manufacturing continues, companies must begin to make conscious design decisions with regard to the sustainability of their products. This means balancing economics of production with environmental and social performance. Thus, design and manufacturing engineers must consider economic, environmental, and social aspects simultaneously when...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Hector Vergara, and Dr. Leslie Burns for serving as my thesis examination committee members. I would

Improved viewshed modelling for estimating effects of neighboring land uses on property values

Creator:: Gjesdahl, Jacob E.
Abstract:: The effect of land uses on neighboring property values is of critical interest to urban planners, developers, and citizens. Property values are in part defined by built structure and lot characteristics, locational attributes (e.g., proximity to amenities and disamenities), and other features such as views from a property. The effects...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: model to compare this to. Thanks also to Leslie who agreed to be my GCR on such short notice. I also

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The role of knowledge and environmental values on consumer beliefs, attitude, and purchase intention toward leather products

Constructing identities : analyzing dress, appearance, and mental illness in Wilkie Collins' The Woman in White

Impact of price and color availability on fair trade and organic apparel choice

Culture and identity expression in interiors : an ethnography of sorority study rooms

Preschooler's perceptions of a patio garden

A 60 Second Exposure of Whole Body Vibration has no Effect on Muscular Strength or Vertical Jump Height.

Educational needs assessment of designers in west coast states : architects and engineers on the topic of wood products

Visual Imagery On Social Media: Increasing Power Through The Use of Photographs on Social Media

Assessing steel bevel gear design alternatives for sustainability performance through unit manufacturing process modeling

Improved viewshed modelling for estimating effects of neighboring land uses on property values

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