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  • Inshopping in rural communities : consumers' and retailers' perceptions

    Creator:
    Mullis, Katy L.
    Abstract:
    The ever changing nature of the retail industry, and the additional challenges of doing business in a rural area, mean that retailers in rural communities face a unique situation that makes them especially vulnerable to outshopping by rural consumers. Therefore the purpose of this study was to investigate factors which...
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    Masters Thesis
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    OF THE THESIS OF Katy L. Mullis for the degree of Master of Science in Design and Human

  • Perceptions of residential grab bars among community dwelling seniors

    Creator:
    Thrall, Patti L.
    Abstract:
    Despite the perceived importance of grab bars to facilitate aging-in-place and healthy aging, many community-dwelling older adults do not have them installed. The aim of this study was to investigate predictors of grab bar installation among well-educated community dwelling seniors. Data was collected quantitatively through an electronic survey of Oregon...
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    Masters Thesis
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    . Thrall for the degree of Master of Science in Design and Human Environment presented on June 4, 2012

  • Fashioning queer bodies : intersections of dress, identity, and anxiety in the queer women's community

    Creator:
    Reddy-Best, Kelly
    Abstract:
    The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship of dress and queer women and how their sexual identity influences their appearance management behaviors. I answered the following research questions: (1) How is gender identity constructed and negotiated in different spaces for queer? (2) Does sexual identity influence dress...
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    Dissertation
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    Anxiety in the Queer Women's Community AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Kelly L. Reddy-Best for

  • Gathering information rich customer needs for inclusive product design

    Creator:
    Armstrong, Jessica
    Abstract:
    This work explores a framework for the gathering and analysis of information rich customer needs, with the goal of informing inclusive product design practice. The goal is to be able to provide information and experience to designers so that they can better understand the needs of exceptional users and include...
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    Dissertation
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    Armstrong for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (Design) presented on July 31

  • Students' perception of the design of common space and its role in sense of community and belonging

    Creator:
    Knight, Megan Michele
    Abstract:
    Students are now required to live a minimum of their freshman year in the residence halls. This time spent in the residence halls is a time of transition; living on their own, for what may be the first time for many, can be a struggle. Students are adjusting to a...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Title: STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF THE DESIGN OF COMMON SPACE AND ITS ROLE IN SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND

  • Honored values and valued objects : the Society for Creative Anachronism

    Creator:
    Turner, Althea L.
    Abstract:
    In this dissertation, I posited the need to understand how an invented community (the Society for Creative Anachronism) constructs symbolic meaning in material objects and value systems. Using ethnographic methods, I focused on the Knights and their regalia as this is the most widely accepted material symbolism. People go to...
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    Dissertation
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    THE DISSERTATION OF Althea L. Turner for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Design and Human

  • University alumni's purchase of university licensed merchandise : exploring the reasoning behind purchase decisions

    Creator:
    Kopczenski, Aleece D.
    Abstract:
    Generating annual revenue of over $4 billion dollars (The Collegiate Licensing Company, n.d.), the collegiate licensing presents a potential market that both apparel companies and universities can benefit from. While the collegiate licensing business is expected to increase financial resources for the participating universities and textiles and apparel companies, little...
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    Masters Thesis
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    degree of Master of Science in Design and Human Environment presented on April 27, 2011. Title

  • Aging in place : a contemporary social phenomenon

    Creator:
    Lee, Megan
    Abstract:
    Most aging individuals prefer to remain in a self-determined home environment, and generally aging adults want to remain in the same home or same community. The benefits of remaining in a self-determined private home environment while aging have been established. Because individuals present a diversity of needs, it takes interdisciplinary...
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    Dissertation
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    Doctor of Philosophy in Design and Human Environment presented on November 12, 2008. Title: Aging in

  • Effects of interior spatial features on use and perception of space : an exploratory study in two assisted living facilities in Oregon

    Creator:
    Neumeyer, Rochelle R.
    Abstract:
    The population in the United States is experiencing a dramatic increase in the number of older adults and this trend will continue with the aging of the baby boomer generation. Many of these older adults want to remain independent in the community, however, when physical or mental health needs do...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Rochelle R. Neumeyer for the degree of Master of Science in Design and Human Environment presented on June

  • Women's commuter cycling apparel : functional design process to product

    Creator:
    Steinhardt, Lauren
    Abstract:
    Bicycle commuting is increasing in popularity due to exercise benefits, cost savings, and environmental concerns. Available specialized cycling apparel does not reflect the aesthetic and expressive needs of the bicycle commuter. Urban bicycle commuters need clothing that allows them to bicycle safely and effectively while maintaining their identity as professionals....
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    Masters Thesis
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    of Master of Science in Design and Human Environment presented on March 15, 2010 Title: Women’s