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The effects of multiple pathogens on amphibians in the Pacific Northwest

Creator:: Romansic, John M.
Abstract:: The earth is undergoing a “biodiversity crisis” characterized by loss of populations, species, genetic diversity, and ecosystem services. Part of this crisis consists of population declines, extinctions, and increased incidence of deformities in amphibians. It is unknown whether deformities contribute to these declines. Many cases of population declines in amphibians...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Conrad Schoch, Ryan Kepler, and Cedar Hesse have been especially helpful. Cherie Briggs, the Briggs

A study to assess the knowledge about AIDS held by mental health counselors

Creator:: Turner, Micki
Abstract:: The purposes of this study were to assess mental health counselors' knowledge of AIDS and to determine the effect of various independent variables upon knowledge. The variables used were gender, professional contact with PWAs, personal contact with PWAs, age, sexual preference, AIDS training, and personal acquaintance with a person who...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: practice (Ryan, 1988). More and more, mental health counselors are being called on to assist patients and

Enhancing social-emotional and character development for youths' success : a theoretical orientation and an evaluation using a cluster-randomized design

Creator:: Snyder, Frank J.
Abstract:: Interest in social-emotional and character development (SECD) programming has intensified in recent years. SECD-related programs often seek to enhance a variety of health-related outcomes by addressing multiple influences and embracing a comprehensive approach that includes youth, school personnel, families, and communities. Alongside a comprehensive approach arises the need for a...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: & Peterson, 2009), positive youth development (Catalano, Berglund, Ryan, Lonczak, & Hawkins, 2004; Flay

Effects of two resistance training protocols on insulin-like growth factors, muscle strength and bone mass in older adults

Creator:: Maddalozzo, Gianni F.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: program in order to obtain optimal gains in strength and lean mass (Willoughby, 1993, Herrick and Stone

Contribution of physical education to the overall physical activity behavior of children

Creator:: Wilson, Wesley J.
Abstract:: The benefits of physical activity (PA) are well established (USDDHS, 2008). Concern over the high rate of childhood obesity, however, has highlighted the emphasis of PA. Yet, children and adolescents are not obtaining the recommended amount of PA (CDC, 2011). Physical education (PE) has been recognized as an important source...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Specifically, I want to recognized Laynie Case, Ryan Willoughby, Kristen Linck, and Kyle Robles for their

Effects of plant community characteristics on insect abundance : implications for sage-grouse brood-rearing habitat

Creator:: Ersch, Erica A.
Abstract:: A causative factor in declining greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) populations is reduced annual recruitment due to poor habitat quality. Sage-grouse population decline is concurrent with a decline in the extent and quality of the sagebrush (Artemisia sp.) biome. However, current research has shown a positive relationship between sage-grouse brood and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: technicians, all of whom I consider a friend: Ryan Leary, Sarah Noelle, Justin Feeman, and Jamie McCormack

Vegetation and Small Mammal Responses to Western Juniper (Juniperus occidentalis) Control in Eastern Oregon

Creator:: Morozumi, Corinne N.
Abstract:: Shrub-steppe ecosystems of western North America provide habitat for many wildlife species, are important components of public and private rangelands, and offer recreational opportunities for millions of people. They are some of the most vulnerable ecosystems in the United States and have been altered by human activities such as livestock...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: goes to Ryan Torland and Daniel Marvin and all those at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for

Barbie Feathers: Writing Native Women

Creator:: Hedges, Jamie Lewis
Abstract:: Literature has often misrepresented Natives and women. I involved Native Women in researching and editing my novel to fairly and accurately represent them. in open-ended interviews they described their experiences of nature, enjoyment, and discrimination as well as their critiques of the novel itself. Descriptions were of discrimination as perceived...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Csikszentmihalyi 1990: 12- 13, 86; Espin 1997: 445-56; Espin 1992; Godbey 1997: 209; Pipher 1994: 36-44; Ryan

A comparison of Computer-Assisted Instruction with Prescription Learning and the traditional "pull-out" program used in supplementing instruction of mathematics basic skills to Chapter I (Title I) students

Creator:: Miller, Suzanne Winifred Hilton
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to compare the Chapter I supplemental mathematics program CAI with other Chapter I supplemental mathematics programs, Prescription Learning and the traditional "pull-out" program, in terms of achievement and retention of mathematics basic skills. There were 577 Chapter I students from 12 middle schools and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: was believed that an educated citizenry was necessary for a working democracy (Willoughby, 1967). The

Women's experiences of breastfeeding in an out-of-hospital birthing community

Creator:: Marshall, Lindsay J.
Abstract:: In this thesis, I examine the experiences of breastfeeding mothers who chose to give birth with Certified Professional Midwives at a free-standing birth center, and the factors that influence their known high rates of breastfeeding initiation and duration. Using grounded theory and data collected from participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

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The effects of multiple pathogens on amphibians in the Pacific Northwest

A study to assess the knowledge about AIDS held by mental health counselors

Enhancing social-emotional and character development for youths' success : a theoretical orientation and an evaluation using a cluster-randomized design

Effects of two resistance training protocols on insulin-like growth factors, muscle strength and bone mass in older adults

Contribution of physical education to the overall physical activity behavior of children

Effects of plant community characteristics on insect abundance : implications for sage-grouse brood-rearing habitat

Vegetation and Small Mammal Responses to Western Juniper (Juniperus occidentalis) Control in Eastern Oregon

Barbie Feathers: Writing Native Women

A comparison of Computer-Assisted Instruction with Prescription Learning and the traditional "pull-out" program used in supplementing instruction of mathematics basic skills to Chapter I (Title I) students

Women's experiences of breastfeeding in an out-of-hospital birthing community

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