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Civic Engagement of Asian American Student Leaders delves into the
civic lives of Asian American youth, and analyzes their civic
engagement through in-depth interviews with 15 student leaders from
a Tier One university in Southeast Texas. The book provides a
counter-narrative to the portrayal of Asian Americans as apolitical
and less interested in civic matters. Such depictions arise from
the characterization of Asian Americans as model minority who
mainly focus on economic success and are socially and economically
integrated in American society. However, the stories of the student
leaders, cultivated by Wui and White, illustrate that their
challenging racialized experiences inspired their civic
involvement. Their civic engagement creates empowerment in terms of
asserting their ethnic identity, imbibing leadership qualities,
long-term commitment to civic engagement, and subverting
stereotypes against Asian Americans. The book paints a more varied
picture of Asian American youth civic engagement that is not
entirely anchored in ethnic identity or non-political involvement,
contrary to articulations of existing studies. Wui and White hope
that the student leaders' narratives shed better light on the civic
commitments of Asian Americans to American society especially in
these times when there is increased bias and racial prejudice in
the current atmosphere and culture.
This book presents an in-depth ethnographic case study carried out
in the years following the 2010 Haiti earthquake to present the
role of faith beliefs in disaster response. The earthquake is one
of the most destructive on record, and the aftermath, including a
cholera epidemic and ongoing humanitarian aid, has continued for
years following the catastrophe. Based on dozens of interviews,
this book gives primacy to survivors' narratives. It begins by
laying out the Haitian context, before presenting an account of the
earthquake from survivors' perspectives. It then explores in detail
how the earthquake affected the religious, mainly Christian, faith
of survivors and how religious faith influenced how they responded
to, and are recovering from, the experience. The account is also
informed by geoscience and the accompanying "complicating factors."
Finally, the Haitian experience highlights the significant role
that religious faith can play alongside other learned coping
strategies in disaster response and recovery globally. This book
contributes an important case study to an emerging literature in
which the influence of both religion and narrative is being
recognised. It will be of interest to scholars of any discipline
concerned with disaster response, including practical theology,
anthropology, psychology, geography, Caribbean studies and earth
science. It will also provide a resource for non-governmental
organisations.
New Techniques in Cardiothoracic Imaging emphasizes emerging
methods in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging,
positron-emission tomography, and similar technology. Effective use
of these tools can facilitate the identification, analysis, and
treatment of diseases and disorders commonly encountered in daily
clinical practice. The contributors to this volume discuss: PET-CT
Cardiac CT Multidetector-row helical CT High-resolution CT of the
lungs Cardiac MR Functional MR Digital chest radiography Bringing
readers to the forefront of the field with expert assessments of
new and emerging technologies that are impacting cardiothoracic
imaging, the book presents the work of seasoned experts who have
developed a thorough clinical and basic knowledge in this evolving
discipline and provide practical guidance on incorporating new
techniques from the laboratory to the clinical practice. More than
250 highly-detailed scientific images enhance the text.
The backdrop to Bridging Divides in Transitional Justice is
Cambodia's history of radical Communist revolution (19751979) under
the brutal Khmer Rouge regime, and the culture of impunity and
silence imposed on the society by successive national governments
for close to three decades. Dialogue on the suppressed past began
in 2006 as key figures of the regime were brought before the in
situ internationalised criminal court, the Extraordinary Chambers
in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC). The ECCC forms part of the
panoply of international criminal courts of the post-Cold War era.
The book engages with the dissonance between the expressivism of
idealised international criminal trials and their communicative or
discursive value within the societies most affected by their
operation. An alternative view of the transitional trial is posited
as the author elucidates the limits of expressivism and explores
the communicative dynamics of ECCC trial procedure which have
precipitated unprecedented local debate and reflection on the Khmer
Rouge era.The book provides a timely and nuanced analysis of the
ECCC's politically contentious and frequently criticised
proceedings by examination of the trial dialogue in the Courts
first two cases. From transcripts of the proceedings, exchanges
between trial participants including witnesses, civil parties and
the accused, are examined to show how, at times, the retributive
proceedings assumed the character of restorative justice and
encompassed significant dialogue on current social issues, such as
the victim/perpetrator equation and the nature of ongoing
post-traumatic stress disorder flowing from the events that took
place under this violent regime The Court's capacity for
representative and discursive proceedings is attributed to the
substantive inclusion of the voice of the victim in proceedings, a
modified inquisitorial procedure, narrative testimony and
role-sharing between national and international court actors.
In this unique edited collection, social scientists reflect upon
and openly share insights gathered from researching people and the
sea. Understanding how people use, relate to and interact with
coastal and marine environments has never been more important, with
social scientists having an increasingly vital contribution to
make. Yet practical experiences in deploying social science
approaches in this field are typically hidden away in field notes
and unpublished doctoral manuscripts, with the opportunity for
shared learning that comes from doing research often missed. There
is a need for reflection on how social science knowledge is
produced. This collection presents experiences from the field, its
necessary reflexivity and innovation in methods, and the challenges
and opportunities of translating across disciplines and policy. It
brings to light the tacit expertise needed to study people and the
sea and offers lessons which readers could employ in their own
research. With a focus on the future direction of marine social
sciences, the volume is highly relevant to masters and doctoral
students and more experienced researchers engaged in studying
people and the sea, as well as policy makers, practitioners and
scientists wishing to understand the social dimension of marine and
coastal environments. Chapters 2 and 3 are available open access
under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via
link.springer.com.
In this unique edited collection, social scientists reflect upon
and openly share insights gathered from researching people and the
sea. Understanding how people use, relate to and interact with
coastal and marine environments has never been more important, with
social scientists having an increasingly vital contribution to
make. Yet practical experiences in deploying social science
approaches in this field are typically hidden away in field notes
and unpublished doctoral manuscripts, with the opportunity for
shared learning that comes from doing research often missed. There
is a need for reflection on how social science knowledge is
produced. This collection presents experiences from the field, its
necessary reflexivity and innovation in methods, and the challenges
and opportunities of translating across disciplines and policy. It
brings to light the tacit expertise needed to study people and the
sea and offers lessons which readers could employ in their own
research. With a focus on the future direction of marine social
sciences, the volume is highly relevant to masters and doctoral
students and more experienced researchers engaged in studying
people and the sea, as well as policy makers, practitioners and
scientists wishing to understand the social dimension of marine and
coastal environments. Chapters 2 and 3 are available open access
under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via
link.springer.com.
The role of Dean of Students is pivotal: in students’ lives; for
their institutions as a conduit to senior administration about
issues of concern to students; as a figure who can coordinate
disparate campus constituencies -- from academic affairs and
athletics to campus safety and relationships with parents and
alums; and as a crisis manager. What preparation, skills,
dispositions, and knowledge do DOSs need to be effective in their
role; and, indeed, what areas and range of activities generally
fall under their responsibility? Through chapters by experienced
DOSs--from early career to veterans, and in between--this book
provides vivid first-hand accounts of what’s involved in managing
the multiple roles of the deanship, its immense personal rewards,
the positive impact that practitioners can make in the lives of
students, and on campus policy and environment, without glossing
over the demands on time and the concomitant stresses. The
contributors describe the paths they followed to take on the role,
and what they do to keep current. Each chapter offers a wealth of
anecdotes that provide an insider’s feel for the daily life of
the DOS, and how incumbents have found ways to integrate family and
personal needs with the discharging of their often demanding
responsibilities. The contributing authors offer valuable advice on
setting priorities and dealing with issues as varied as setting
budgets, creating an effective team, delegation, and addressing
student conduct issues. They offer guidance on developing allies
across campus, keeping up to date with trends and legislation, and
building a network of mentors and advisors through professional
associations and connection with their peers at institutions around
the country. The book concludes with some perspectives about the
meaning and purpose of the dean of students role in our current era
and as we look to the future of higher education. The dean of
students is a challenging role because it is often the one
administrator thrust onto the frontlines to meet students not only
at their best, but also at their worst. This person is an advocate
and educator, disciplinarian and friend, confidant and counselor,
and advisor and parent all rolled into one. Keep Calm and Call the
Dean of Students offers a unique window into this challenging and
rewarding position that will appeal to sitting deans; to those
seeking this role; and to senior leaders in higher education
seeking to appoint a DOS and/or organize a dean of students
portfolio of responsibilities.
The role of Dean of Students is pivotal: in students' lives; for
their institutions as a conduit to senior administration about
issues of concern to students; as a figure who can coordinate
disparate campus constituencies -- from academic affairs and
athletics to campus safety and relationships with parents and
alums; and as a crisis manager. What preparation, skills,
dispositions, and knowledge do DOSs need to be effective in their
role; and, indeed, what areas and range of activities generally
fall under their responsibility? Through chapters by experienced
DOSs--from early career to veterans, and in between--this book
provides vivid first-hand accounts of what's involved in managing
the multiple roles of the deanship, its immense personal rewards,
the positive impact that practitioners can make in the lives of
students, and on campus policy and environment, without glossing
over the demands on time and the concomitant stresses. The
contributors describe the paths they followed to take on the role,
and what they do to keep current. Each chapter offers a wealth of
anecdotes that provide an insider's feel for the daily life of the
DOS, and how incumbents have found ways to integrate family and
personal needs with the discharging of their often demanding
responsibilities. The contributing authors offer valuable advice on
setting priorities and dealing with issues as varied as setting
budgets, creating an effective team, delegation, and addressing
student conduct issues. They offer guidance on developing allies
across campus, keeping up to date with trends and legislation, and
building a network of mentors and advisors through professional
associations and connection with their peers at institutions around
the country. The book concludes with some perspectives about the
meaning and purpose of the dean of students role in our current era
and as we look to the future of higher education. The dean of
students is a challenging role because it is often the one
administrator thrust onto the frontlines to meet students not only
at their best, but also at their worst. This person is an advocate
and educator, disciplinarian and friend, confidant and counselor,
and advisor and parent all rolled into one. Keep Calm and Call the
Dean of Students offers a unique window into this challenging and
rewarding position that will appeal to sitting deans; to those
seeking this role; and to senior leaders in higher education
seeking to appoint a DOS and/or organize a dean of students
portfolio of responsibilities.
As a study of the greatest middle class party of Imperial
Germany, "The Splintered Party" is inevitably, in its broadest
aspect, an inquiry into the weaknesses of liberalism in the Empire
of Bismarck and Wilhelm II. How did the National Liberals, the
dominant force in the Reichstag of the 1870s, become by 1914 a
spent and divided power? Professor White explores this question
from a new perspective, emphasizing regional circumstances as
primary agents of the party's decline. The resulting portrait
underscores the paradox of the National Liberals: a party with
strength in all areas of the Empire, a rarity before 1914, yet a
party whose impact was undermined by divisions among its regional
branches.
In "The Splintered Party" the former Grand Duchy of Hessen
serves as a testing ground where the regional foundations of
National Liberalism can be exposed. As Professor White points out,
the party's reversals on the Imperial plane after 1878--rejection
by Bismarck, electoral defeats, internal splits--not only ended its
early primacy in German affairs but also shifted political
initiative from Berlin and the Reichstag delegation to the National
Liberal branches in the states and provinces, which had maintained
unity, power, and alliances with local government in spite of the
upheaval above them. The consequences of this change become visible
through close examination of the political and social structure in
Hessen. On the regional level a liberalism based on the claim to
majority representation by the notables ("Honoratioren") of
bourgeois society, a creed no longer plausible in national
politics, remained defensible. Through the Heidelberg Declaration
of 1884 the National Liberals of the German Southwest attempted to
buttress this approach with an economic and social platform and,
simultaneously, to make it the impulse of the national party's
revival. But they succeeded only in deferring National Liberalism's
adjustment to democratic politics and in subordinating their
movement to the clash of regional and constituency interests. The
result was a chronically splintered party.
Against the backdrop of this main theme, White delineates
several additional features of the changing political and social
scene in Imperial Germany--the local power of the notables,
Bismarck's skills as a political manager, the character of agrarian
discontent and rural anti-Semitism, the steady advance of
socialism. The uniquely German element in National Liberalism's
failure is assessed in a concluding comparison with the development
of liberal politics in Britain and Italy.
Romanticism and the Rural Community investigates the representation
of the rural village and country town in a range of Romantic texts.
The proper organisation of rural communities was central to
political and social debates at the turn of the eighteenth century,
and featured strongly in 1790s political polemic. This book
considers works by Jane Austen, Robert Burns, John Clare and
William Wordsworth, as well as less well-known writers (Robert
Bloomfield, George Crabbe and Ebenezer Elliott). It is informed by
ideas derived from recent study of communitarian social development
and the role of human links and networks in sustaining adaptable
community structures. Through its focus on the search for local
solutions to what were perceived to be large-scale or national
problems of sustainability, the book is relevant to recent
developments in eco-criticism within Romantic studies. It also
links into the ongoing contemporary debate about the make-up and
function of rural communities.
The proper organisation of rural communities was central to
political and social debates at the turn of the eighteenth century,
and featured strongly in the 1790s political polemic that
influenced so many Romantic poets and novelists. This book
investigates the representation of the rural village and country
town in a range of Romantic texts.
In September 2009 Dmitrii Medvedev unveiled the term that was to
become the defining objective of his presidency: 'modernization.'
The contributors to this book, drawn from the leading scholars in
Russian affairs, focus on the contested nature of the concept of
modernization and the obstacles that arose in attempting to carry
it out.
In September 2009 Dmitrii Medvedev unveiled the term that was to
become the defining objective of his presidency: 'modernization.'
The contributors to this book, drawn from the leading scholars in
Russian affairs, focus on the contested nature of the concept of
modernization and the obstacles that arose in attempting to carry
it out.
There is little consensus about the nature of the political system
that has emerged during the Putin presidency. This collection
considers the issues arising in this connection, focusing more
closely on institutions such as the presidency and the security
police, and on the socioeconomic dimensions of political power.
An international collection of papers focused on media, culture and
society in postcommunist Russia. Contributors deploy a wealth of
primary data in examining the kinds of issues that are central to
our understanding of the kind of system that has been established
in the worlds largest country after a period of far-reaching
change.
An international collection of papers focused on media, culture and
society in postcommunist Russia. Contributors deploy a wealth of
primary data in examining the kinds of issues that are central to
our understanding of the kind of system that has been established
in the world's largest country after a period of far-reaching
change.
This collection of essays examines New Labour's claim to stand in
the vanguard of a new form of progressive politics. By examining
the ideology of New Labour, the major policy initiatives of Labour
government, and the record and prospects of social democratic and
progressive governments in the USA and elsewhere in Europe, the
contributors attempt to disentangle the progressive and
conservative aspects of New Labour politics and the possibilities
for genuine progressive advance in Britain and other advanced
capitalist countries.
This collection of essays examines New Labour's claim to stand in
the vanguard of a new form of progressive politics. By examining
the ideology of New Labour, the major policy initiatives of Labour
government, and the record and prospects of social democratic and
progressive governments in the USA and elsewhere in Europe, the
contributors attempt to disentangle the progressive and
conservative aspects of New Labour politics and the possibilities
for genuine progressive advance in Britain and other advanced
capitalist countries.
Envisioning Machine Translation in the Information Future When the
organizing committee of AMTA-2000 began planning, it was in that
brief moment in history when we were absorbed in contemplation of
the passing of the century and the millennium. Nearly everyone was
comparing lists of the most important accomplishments and people of
the last 10, 100, or 1000 years, imagining the radical changes
likely over just the next few years, and at least mildly anxious
about the potential Y2K apocalypse. The millennial theme for the
conference, "Envisioning MT in the Information Future," arose from
this period. The year 2000 has now come, and nothing terrible has
happened (yet) to our electronic infrastructure. Our musings about
great people and events probably did not ennoble us much, and
whatever sense of jubilee we held has since dissipated. So it may
seem a bit obsolete or anachronistic to cast this AMTA conference
into visionary themes.
This is a book about political values - socialist, nationalist,
liberal and democratic values - in five former communist countries:
Russia, Ukraine, Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Based on
eleven surveys involving extended interviews with 7350 members of
the public and 504 Members of Parliament it provides an
authoritative account of the extent to which politicians and the
public in East Central Europe and the Former Soviet Union have
rejected communist ideals and adopted nationalist and/or liberal
democratic values.
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