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The Construction of Masculinity in the Online Communities Where Men Talk About Their Experiences as Buyers in the Sex Trade

Creator:: Rosario Sanchez, Raquel
Abstract:: This thesis on online communities for sex buyers seeks to understand questions such as “what can we learn from online communities for sex buyers?” We explore these issues with the framework of Feminist Critical Discourse Analysis and through the use of qualitative research of both the review boards at Punternet...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: labour for women and leisure for men – men who have the social and economic power to act as a boss

Examining the experiences of female allies of gay men and lesbians

Creator:: Arnold, Mary Frances
Abstract:: This research investigates the experiences of female allies of gay men and lesbians. A naturalistic and grounded theory paradigm is employed in this qualitative study. The participants are five female allies of gay men and lesbians from the Southeastern region of the United States. The participants share their experiences as...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Creating farmer networks : a toolkit for promoting vibrant farm communities

Creator:: Matthewson, Melissa, Fery, Melissa, Powell, Maud, and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: A toolkit for farmers, Extension agents, community organizers, and other agricultural professionals interested in starting and maintaining a successful farmer network. The publication is divided into two sections: an instruction guide (with information on establishing, promoting and managing a farmer network) and a toolbox (with tips, examples, case studies, and...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: brainstorming ideas for planning the upcoming year. Social/cultural gatherings Network meetings are also an

Examining the role of relationship characteristics and dynamics on sexual risk behavior among gay male couples

Creator:: Mitchell, Jason W.
Abstract:: Recent estimates indicate that over 50% of gay men acquire HIV from their main sexual partners while in their relationship (Sullivan et al., 2009). Despite this statistic, the majority of research has focused on individual factors as predictors of unprotected anal intercourse (UAI) and not on relationship factors. The few...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Donna Champeau Recent estimates indicate that over 50% of gay men acquire HIV from their main

Subsistence Harvest Diversity in Alaskan Food Sharing Networks

Creator:: Scaggs, Shane A.
Abstract:: Two striking characteristics of human beings are the diversity of resources that we use to sustain our lives and the extent to which we engage in coordinated, collective efforts to obtain and consume these resources. Together, these two characteristics are the foundation of human subsistence patterns. In many remote Alaskan...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: social network analysis and multivariate statistics to a dataset containing information on food sharing

Identifying sources of support and friendship

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: People experiencing unemployment report they feel better if they have the support of family and friends. Your informal support networks are the personal ties you have with others. Friends, relatives and other people you turn to for comfort, advice or help are your “support system.”
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: . Hughs, Robert Jr. Support for Families: The Social Network. North Central Regional Extension Publication

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:: . Sports are embedding elements of competition and hierarchy among men, and lead to their idea of social

Costs, benefits, and participation in online knowledge sharing in communities of practice for faculty

Creator:: Ostrander, Jane Christina
Abstract:: Community college and university faculty members changing their practice of teaching have reported benefits to participating in peer support within communities of practice that offer an online knowledge sharing space. The ability of such online knowledge sharing to provide opportunities for collaborative knowledge building has made fostering a viable online...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: 8 professional practice is a social endeavor shared by members of that professional practice

Confessing Our Sims: The construction of gender and sexuality among women ages 18-22 on MySpace

Creator:: Papaleo, November R.
Abstract:: MySpace is a social network phenomenon with over 100 million profiles and a strong presence in over 24 countries. As digital media become more commonplace, social networks are becoming sites where women create and manage relationships and identities. This thesis is a study of how women ages 18-22 are constructing...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: approved: ___________________________________ Susan Shaw MySpace is a social network phenomenon

Shaping social worlds : exploring relationship regulation processes in older adults' daily lives

Creator:: Mejía, Shannon T.
Abstract:: The social aspects of older adults lives are strongly linked to well-being outcomes. Social relationships in older adulthood are rewarding, but also complex, and to maintain a positive social environment, older adults must reconcile long relationships histories, negotiate changing roles, and deal with increasing dependencies. Older adults are known to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , if the social network is consistent with needs and desires, one can live alone with little contact

ScholarsArchive@OSU

The Construction of Masculinity in the Online Communities Where Men Talk About Their Experiences as Buyers in the Sex Trade

Examining the experiences of female allies of gay men and lesbians

Creating farmer networks : a toolkit for promoting vibrant farm communities

Examining the role of relationship characteristics and dynamics on sexual risk behavior among gay male couples

Subsistence Harvest Diversity in Alaskan Food Sharing Networks

Identifying sources of support and friendship

ESPN and the Construction of Gay Identity

Costs, benefits, and participation in online knowledge sharing in communities of practice for faculty

Confessing Our Sims: The construction of gender and sexuality among women ages 18-22 on MySpace

Shaping social worlds : exploring relationship regulation processes in older adults' daily lives

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