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Plenty & paucity in the ethics of argumentation : a rhetorical critique of eight argumentation textbooks for ethical propositions and corresponding support, reasons and evidence

Creator:: Roberts, James Nolan
Abstract:: Some argumentation texts require additional evidentiary support to uphold their ethical propositions. A rhetorical critique of eight argumentation textbooks for ethical propositions and corresponding support, reason and evidentiary materials reveals that some texts advance ethical claims without providing sufficient backing. Inadequate support for an ethical proposition decreases the likelihood of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF James Nolan Roberts for the

Finding Fantasy : Three Newspapers Tell the Story of Kip Kinkel and Thurston High School

Creator:: Wood, Josie MaryAnne Soules
Abstract:: On May 21, 1998 Kip Kinkel drove to Thurston High School in Springfield, Oregon. Kinkel killed two students and wounded another twenty-two students. He killed his parents the day before. The shootings at Thurston High School came on the heels of a number of prominent school shootings and Kip Kinkel...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: chair, Dr. Robert Iltis, and the other members of my committee, Dr. Natalie Dollar, Dr. Lisa Ede, and

Tweets that Unite? An Exploring the Establishment of First Lady Identity Through Twitter

Creator:: Kolozsvari, Brooke R.
Abstract:: American first ladies have long used the media to promote their image. Michelle Obama, the first lady of the @FLOTUS Twitter account, used this government controlled platform to communicate, campaign and bring attention to important White House events. Using Chang Wan Woo et al. rhetorical purpose(s), this study conducts a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Why we worship the economy : a Burkean analysis of South Park's "Margaritaville"

Creator:: Holderness, William Robert
Abstract:: The television show South Park, created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, is viewed by millions of people each week, regularly addresses a number of controversial issues and plays a major role in contemporary popular culture. Current academic research acknowledges Parker and Stone's willingness to attack the dominant views surrounding...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF William Robert Holderness for the degree of Master of Arts in

The First Lady and the American Parent: A Rhetorical Examination of Michelle Obama’s Use of Metaphor to Combat Childhood Obesity

Creator:: Puls, Brittany Acacia
Abstract:: First Ladies have performed a variety of public and private roles, from presidential escort, hostess, and social advocate to policy maker and presidential advisor. The nature of the position has always been both traditional and gendered, greatly influencing each First Lady's performance. Due to the changing role of women in...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: First Ladies into three defining categories, Anthony J. Eksterowicz and Robert N. Roberts theorized

ESPN and the Construction of Gay Identity

Creator:: Cook, Alexandra Cleo
Abstract:: On February 9th, 2014 Michael Sam stated in an interview with ESPN's "Outside the Lines" that he is gay. Since he was drafted, Sam will become the first ever openly gay player in NFL history. The following study aims to explore ESPN's coverage of Michael Sam, with a goal of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: December 8, 2015. Title: ESPN and the Construction of Gay Identity Abstract approved: Robert S. Iltis

An abortion service provider as political activist

Creator:: Willis, Gloria
Abstract:: The feminist beliefs of abortion service providers and the effects of these beliefs on the delivery of health care to patients is examined by the author who is herself a feminist and member of an abortion clinic staff. Discussion includes abortion rates, abortion safety, characteristics of patients, and accessibility of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: support of the members of my graduate committee. Lani Roberts has shown me the function of passion and

Reported Communication Experiences of Married Women Transitioning to Motherhood: A Case Study

Creator:: Hanna, Sarah Elizabeth
Abstract:: This thesis investigates the reported communication experiences of married women transitioning to motherhood. The study involves a series of focus groups in which new mothers share their communicative experiences, explaining how they are navigating their new roles as mothers while also performing roles as wives, daughters, and workers. Informed primarily...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: your authenticity), the Speech Communication Department, Robert Iltis, Michele Swift, Jonathan Katz

Affection in the Workplace : Personality, Perceptions & Affection

Creator:: Spiegelman, Sarah
Abstract:: Humans have a desire for a connection among others, and they also have a desire for both giving and receiving affection, regardless of class, age, gender, cultural or religious backgrounds. There is a plethora of research on the health benefits for both giving and receiving affection in romantic and family...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: to disagreement among scholars. However, Karen Myers is accredited with looking at assimilation as

Get off the Couch and Move! A Rhetorical Analysis of American Idle

Creator:: Cluster, Melodee A.
Abstract:: Mary Collins composed the award-winning book American Idle in 2009 after her recovery from an awful bicycle accident. This bicycle accident inspired Mary Collins to take a trip of discovery. Mary Collins visited historical locations to see changes in peoples’ physical activity over time. Collins interviewed individuals whose professions varied...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: this without you! Thank you to my committee for your support! I want to thank you, Dr. Robert

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Plenty & paucity in the ethics of argumentation : a rhetorical critique of eight argumentation textbooks for ethical propositions and corresponding support, reasons and evidence

Finding Fantasy : Three Newspapers Tell the Story of Kip Kinkel and Thurston High School

Tweets that Unite? An Exploring the Establishment of First Lady Identity Through Twitter

Why we worship the economy : a Burkean analysis of South Park's "Margaritaville"

The First Lady and the American Parent: A Rhetorical Examination of Michelle Obama’s Use of Metaphor to Combat Childhood Obesity

ESPN and the Construction of Gay Identity

An abortion service provider as political activist

Reported Communication Experiences of Married Women Transitioning to Motherhood: A Case Study

Affection in the Workplace : Personality, Perceptions & Affection

Get off the Couch and Move! A Rhetorical Analysis of American Idle

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