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  • cognitive processes of the Construction Engineer planning and decision making in production and safety
    Journal of Cognitive Engineering and Decision Making, 2019
    Co-Authors: Eduardo Diniz Fonseca, Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima, Francisco Duarte
    Abstract:

    In recent years, in the Construction industry, facing the limitations of behavioral approaches, the approach to cognitive aspects has been considered an alternative to improve production and safety...

  • from Construction site to design the different accident prevention levels in the building industry
    Safety Science, 2014
    Co-Authors: Eduardo Diniz Fonseca, Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima, Francisco Duarte
    Abstract:

    The Construction industry is responsible for one of the highest incidences of work-related accidents in Brazil, as well as in various other countries. In spite of the dissemination of prevention programs and the proposals for developing safety design for the Construction industry, Construction sites remain dangerous and unhealthy places. Recently, safety has been proposed to be considered from the development phase of the design (Construction Hazards Prevention through Design), but with little effectiveness in practice. In addition to these more recent proposals, we will demonstrate that the integration between safety and production can proceed through anticipations occurring at several levels of the Construction phase, not only in the design phase. Through narratives emerged through techniques of activity analysis at the Construction site, it was possible to highlight and categorize 25 cases with implications for the production process development. The results show that this integration between production and safety is possible through anticipations occurring at several levels of the Construction phase, from the design analysis conducted by the Construction Engineer to the implementation. This will allow the development of design situations for implementing safe work situations. The contribution and originality of this paper are based upon the presentation of a model in three levels of anticipation of problems during the Construction phase and its effects on improving production and safety.

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  • cognitive processes of the Construction Engineer planning and decision making in production and safety
    Journal of Cognitive Engineering and Decision Making, 2019
    Co-Authors: Eduardo Diniz Fonseca, Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima, Francisco Duarte
    Abstract:

    In recent years, in the Construction industry, facing the limitations of behavioral approaches, the approach to cognitive aspects has been considered an alternative to improve production and safety...

  • from Construction site to design the different accident prevention levels in the building industry
    Safety Science, 2014
    Co-Authors: Eduardo Diniz Fonseca, Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima, Francisco Duarte
    Abstract:

    The Construction industry is responsible for one of the highest incidences of work-related accidents in Brazil, as well as in various other countries. In spite of the dissemination of prevention programs and the proposals for developing safety design for the Construction industry, Construction sites remain dangerous and unhealthy places. Recently, safety has been proposed to be considered from the development phase of the design (Construction Hazards Prevention through Design), but with little effectiveness in practice. In addition to these more recent proposals, we will demonstrate that the integration between safety and production can proceed through anticipations occurring at several levels of the Construction phase, not only in the design phase. Through narratives emerged through techniques of activity analysis at the Construction site, it was possible to highlight and categorize 25 cases with implications for the production process development. The results show that this integration between production and safety is possible through anticipations occurring at several levels of the Construction phase, from the design analysis conducted by the Construction Engineer to the implementation. This will allow the development of design situations for implementing safe work situations. The contribution and originality of this paper are based upon the presentation of a model in three levels of anticipation of problems during the Construction phase and its effects on improving production and safety.

Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • cognitive processes of the Construction Engineer planning and decision making in production and safety
    Journal of Cognitive Engineering and Decision Making, 2019
    Co-Authors: Eduardo Diniz Fonseca, Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima, Francisco Duarte
    Abstract:

    In recent years, in the Construction industry, facing the limitations of behavioral approaches, the approach to cognitive aspects has been considered an alternative to improve production and safety...

  • from Construction site to design the different accident prevention levels in the building industry
    Safety Science, 2014
    Co-Authors: Eduardo Diniz Fonseca, Francisco De Paula Antunes Lima, Francisco Duarte
    Abstract:

    The Construction industry is responsible for one of the highest incidences of work-related accidents in Brazil, as well as in various other countries. In spite of the dissemination of prevention programs and the proposals for developing safety design for the Construction industry, Construction sites remain dangerous and unhealthy places. Recently, safety has been proposed to be considered from the development phase of the design (Construction Hazards Prevention through Design), but with little effectiveness in practice. In addition to these more recent proposals, we will demonstrate that the integration between safety and production can proceed through anticipations occurring at several levels of the Construction phase, not only in the design phase. Through narratives emerged through techniques of activity analysis at the Construction site, it was possible to highlight and categorize 25 cases with implications for the production process development. The results show that this integration between production and safety is possible through anticipations occurring at several levels of the Construction phase, from the design analysis conducted by the Construction Engineer to the implementation. This will allow the development of design situations for implementing safe work situations. The contribution and originality of this paper are based upon the presentation of a model in three levels of anticipation of problems during the Construction phase and its effects on improving production and safety.

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  • The Reporter, September 2002
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2019
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.Reporter M.the < September 9, 2002 News for the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University Introducing Newcomers to Western The Reporter will help you get to know the newest members of the Western community. Here are names, photo­graphs, and brief biographies of the people who have entered full-time positions since September 1, 2001. We hope we haven't missed anyone, but please let us know if we have. J. Padraig Acheson, visiting assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; M.F.A., Virginia Commonwealth University; previously adjunct professor, Virginia Commonwealth University. Becky Adams, staff nurse, University Health Services; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously a registered nurse at Haywood Regional Hospital. Greg Adkison, visiting assistant professor, biology; Ph.D., University of Kentucky; previously instructor, University of Kentucky. Elizabeth Allan, visiting assistant professor, Educational Leadership and Foundations; Ph.D., University of California at Riverside; previously chief consultant, Department of Public Instruction. Bob Beaudet Jr., assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously assistant professor, Longwood College. Lisa Angel, admissions counselor, Admissions; B.S., Western Carolina University. Angell Benson, head volleyball coach, Athlet-ics; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously head volleyball coach, Gardner-Webb University. Kay Benson, cashier, Controller's Office; previously accounting clerk, Everglades Federal Credit Union, Clewiston, Florida. Kent Briggs, head football coach, Athletics; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously defensive coordinator, University of Connecticut. Lisa Briggs, visiting assistant professor, Criminal Justice; M.S., North Carolina State University; previously instructor, University of Connecticut. Annice Brown, small business specialist, Small Business and Technology Development Center; M.A., Case Western Reserve; previously environmental technol­ogy specialist, World Bank, Washington, D.C. Chris Bullock, comput­ing support technician, College of Applied Sciences; previously MIS assistant, Conmet. Heather Bullock, academic adviser, Advising Center; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously reading tutor, Fairview Elementary School. Bruce Carroll, assistant professor, Political Science and Public Affairs; Ph.D., University of Houston; previously graduate assistant, University of Houston. Marcia Caserio, program director in Henderson County, Continuing Education and Summer School; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously speech pathologist, Pardee Hospital. Barbara Chapman, office assistant, College of Education and Allied Professions; previously administrative assistant, Rich's. Daniel Cherry, visiting instructor, Music; D.M.A., University of Cincinnati College- Conservatory; previously lecturer, Morehead State University. Cheryl Clark, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., California State University; previously part-time assistant professor, Western Carolina University. Geoff Collins, assistant football coach, Athlet­ics; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously assistant football coach, Georgia Institute of Technology. Christopher Cooper, assistant professor, Political Science and Public Affairs; Ph.D., University of Tennessee. Laura Cruz, assistant professor, History; Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley; previously instructor, John Tyler Community College. Eliza Dean, visiting assistant professor, Elemen­tary and Middle Grades Education; Ph.D., Univer­sity of Tennessee; previously assistant professor, Lenoir- Rhyne College. Jim DeConinck, associate professor, Marketing and Business Law; Ph.D., University of Arkansas; previously associate professor, University of Dayton. Christine Dela Cruz, sponsorship coordinator, Division of Advancement and External Affairs; M.S., University of Tennessee; previously corporate sponsorship manager, athletics department, University of Southern California. Jay Denton, director, economic development administration, Center for Regional Development; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously county manager, Jackson County. Sloan Despeaux, assistant professor, Mathematics and Computer Science; Ph.D., University of Virginia; previously graduate teaching assistant, University of Virginia. Jeanne Dorle, visiting assistant professor, Manage­ment and International Business; Ph.D., University of Minnesota; previously account manager, Program Planning Professionals. S e p t e m b e r 9 , 2 0 0 2 • T h e R e p o rt e r Donna Earley, office assistant, Center for Regional Development; previously owner, Western North Carolina Trophy Company. Chip Ferguson, assistant professor, Engineering Technology; M.S., University of Southern Mississippi; previously instructor/program coordinator, Hinds Commu­nity College-Rankin Campus. Douglas Fisher, lab manager, Chemistry and Physics; B.S., Western Carolina University. Altavise Franklin, resident director, Residential Living; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously intern with WCU Counseling and Psychological Services. Charles Franklin Jr., housekeeper, Facilities Management; previously cook, Kentucky Fried Chicken. Robert Gabrielsen, registrar, Enrollment Management; M.S., Nova Southeastern University; previously director of systems for student financial services and registration, Nova Southeast­ern University. Mark Gibson, staff nurse, University Health Services; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously registered nurse, Harris Regional Hospital. Cary Godette, assistant football coach, Athletics; B.S., East Carolina University; previously assistant football coach, North Carolina State University. Ramie Gougeon, visiting assistant professor, Anthropology and Sociology; Ph.D., Univer­sity of Georgia; previously project manager and field director, Brockington & Associates, Inc. Rebecca Graef, assistant director for media relations, Athletics; M.S., Florida State University; previously sports information/ communications intern, Tallahassee Community College. Clyde Green, housekeep­ing supervisor, Residential Living; previously depart­ment manager and shift supervisor, Travis Knits, Cherryville. Mary Griffin, visiting assistant professor, Psychology; Ph.D., Northwestern University; previously in private practice. Steve Henson, assistant professor, Marketing and Business Law; Ph.D., Georgia State University; previously associate professor, University of New Orleans. Serena Herter, processing assistant, Hunter Library; B.S., Georgetown Univer­sity; previously administra­tive secretary, North Carolina Department of Corrections, Division of Prisons, Western Youth Institution. Byron Hollowell, assistant professor, Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneur-ship; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously graduate teaching assistant, Florida State University. Ron Huff, director, Upward Bound Math and Science; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously land surveyor intern, Cornerstone Land Surveying. Kyle Huff, computing support technician, College of Applied Sciences; B.F.A., Western Carolina University; previously design consultant, PW Communications. Tim Inman, resident director, Residential Living; M.A.Ed., Clemson University; previously academic coordinator assistant, Clemson University. Dennis Jackson, distinguished professor in musical theatre, Music; D.M.A., University of Michigan; previously professor, University of Colorado. Lari Jackson, addic­tions counselor/staff psychologist, Counseling and Psychological Services; Psy.D., University of Hartford; previously staff counselor, Eastern Illinois University. Leigh Jackson, outdoor recreation coordinator, University Center; M.Ed., Georgia College and State University; previously graduate assistant, Georgia College and State University. Tobias Jacobi, strength and conditioning coordinator, Athletics; B.S., Cumberland University; previously assistant strength and conditioning coach, Eton University. Beverly Jacobs, associate professor, Human Services; Ph.D., University of Florida; previously associate professor, East Tennessee State University. Barbara Jamison, assistant professor, Nursing; Ed.D., Florida State University; previously assistant professor, Florida State University. Kristy Jobe, program assistant, Educational Talent Search; A.A., Cleveland State Community College. Gary Jones, assistant professor, Business Computer Information Systems and Economics; Ph.D., University of Southern California; previously associate dean, Westminster College. Luther Jones, visiting assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously Construction coordinator, Spelling Entertainment/ CBS. Jeanne Kaufman, assistant professor, Criminal Justice; Ph.D., State University of New York at Albany; previously teaching and research specialist, the Medical College of New Jersey. A1 Kee III, assistant men's basketball coach, Athletics; B.A., Fayetteville State Univer­sity; previously assistant men's basketball coach, Winston-Salem State University. Bobbie Kelsey, assistant women's basketball coach, Athletics; B.A., Stanford University; previously assistant women's basketball coach, University of Evansville. S e p t e m b e r 9 , 2 0 0 2 • T h e R e po r t e r Nell Knight, office assistant, College of Education and Allied Professions; previously case manager, Atlanta Superior Court. Melissa Lumbard, resident director, Residential Living; M.A.Ed., Longwood College; previously assignments and apartment manager, Longwood College. Thomas Mallette, head athletic trainer, Athletics; M.S., Michigan State University; previously assistant athletic trainer, University of Southern California. Lorraine Maloof, assistant director, Upward Bound Math and Science; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously teaching assistant, Western Carolina University. Bradley Martin, visiting instructor, Music; M.S., Univer­sity of Michigan; previously graduate assistant, University of Colorado. Kenneth Matous, assistant football coach, Athletics; M.E., Wichita State University; previously assistant football coach, Carolina Cobras Football Club. Valerie Matthiesen, associate professor, coordinator of MSN, Nursing; D.N.Sc., Rush University; previously associate professor, Northern Illinois University. Dawn Mayes, service personnel/housekeeping, Ramsey Center; previously self-employed. Etta McCall, house­keeper, Residential Living; previously sewing machine operator, QC Apparel, Inc. Erin McNelis, assistant professor, Mathematics and Computer Science; Ph.D., Clemson Univer­sity; previously graduate teaching assistant. Terry Michelsen, academic adviser, Advising Center; M.S., Roosevelt University; previously academic adviser, Roosevelt University. Ansel Miller, visiting assistant professor, Geosciences and Natural Resources Management; Ph.D., University of Georgia; previously professor/researcher, Clemson University. Paul Miller, assistant professor, Human Services; Ph.D., Louisi­ana State University; previously in private practice, Interactive Communication Services. Nancy Mims, professor and department head, Educational Leadership and Foundations; Ed.D., Florida Atlantic University; previously professor, State Univer­sity of West Georgia. Gene Moore, facility Construction Engineer, Facilities Management; B.S., Carnegie-Mellon University; previously owner/architect, AIA Architect. Hollye Moss, assistant professor, Management and International Business; M.B.A., Wake Forest Univer­sity; previously instructor, Clemson University. Angela Munkholm, resident director, Residential Living; M.S., Minnesota State University-Mankato; previously assistant complex director, Minnesota State University-Mankato. Leslie Norris, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N./ F.N.P., Clemson University; previously family nurse practitio­ner, Smokey Mountain Healthcare Associates. Joanne O'Connor, visiting assistant professor, Modern Foreign Languages; M.A., Middlebury College; previously director of Hispanic ministry and pastoral care/social concerns, St. Mary's Catholic Church, Willmar, Minnesota. Burton Ogle, assistant professor, Health Sciences; Ph.D., Virginia Common­wealth University; previously assistant professor, East Carolina University. James Ordway, visiting assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously part-time instructor, Western Carolina University. S e p t e m b e r 9 , 2 0 0 2 • T h e R e p o r t e r Bill Papin, wellness coordi­nator, University Health Services; M.S.E.S., Univer­sity of Florida; previously part-time instructor of curriculum and continuing education classes, Southwest­ern Community College. Kenny Pauley, grounds technician, Facilities Management; A.A., Catawba Valley Community College; previously assistant superin­tendent, Mill Creek Country Club. Deborah Paulson, assistant professor and director of public services, Hunter Library; M.L.S., State University of New York at Albany; previously head of reference, University of Minnesota-Duluth. Dawn Pettigrew, visiting instructor/writer in residence, English; M.F.A., University of Kentucky; previously novelist and writer. Fairley Pollock, enrollment services officer, Admissions; B.A., Meredith College; previously admissions counselor, Meredith College. Jeffrey Ponder, administra­tive assistant, Small Business and Technology Develop­ment Center; M.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously owner, Sound Expressions. Kristopher Reis, assistant football coach, Athletics; M.A. Ed., North Carolina State University; previously teacher and football coach, Ledford High School. Matthew Rhule, assistant football coach, Athletics; B.A., Penn State University; previously assistant football coach, University of California at Los Angeles. Christopher Roberts, assistant baseball coach, Athletics; B.S., Florida State University; previously assistant baseball coach, Flagler College. Liz Rochester, service personnel/housekeeping, Ramsey Center; previ­ously head housekeeper, University Inn. John Scott, admissions counselor, Admissions; B.A., Western Carolina University; previously teacher, West Davidson High School. John Sherlock, assistant professor, Human Services; Ed.D., George Washington University; previously adjunct faculty, George Washing­ton University. Bradford Sims, associate professor, Engineering Technology; Ph.D., Purdue University; previously assistant secretary general, International Council for Research and Innovation in Building Construction, The Netherlands. Debby Singleton, visiting instructor, Health and Human Performance; M.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; previously part-time instructor, Western Carolina University. Mary Sitton, housekeep­ing supervisor, Residen­tial Living; previously club steward, Sylva Moose Lodge. Deanne Smith, visiting assistant professor, Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship; M.B.A., Western Carolina Univer­sity; previously consultant, Asheville Board of Realtors. Gena Smith, admissions processor, Admissions; previously at the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company, Hickory. Michelle Stefanisko, assistant director, Counseling and Psychological Services; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts. Rocky Stillwell, house­keeper, Facilities Manage­ment; A.A., Southwestern Community College; previously janitor, Southern Lumber Company. Cynthia Stowers, office assistant, College of Education and Allied Professions; B.S., Tampa College; previously booking officer, Hillsbororgh (FL) County Sheriffs Office. Jed Tate, web developer, Office of Public Informa­tion; B.S., Western Carolina University. Maridy Troy, assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; Ed.D., University of Alabama; previously assistant professor, University of Alabama. S e p t e m b e r 9 , 2 0 0 2 • T h e R e p o r t e r John Turner, assistant football coach, Athletics; M.S., Auburn University; previously graduate assistant football coach, Clemson University. John Varn, assistant football coach, Athletics; B.A., North Carolina State University; previously assistant football coach, Charleston Southern University. Dwaun Warmack, coordinator of multicultural affairs, Student Affairs; M.Ed., Delta State University; previously senior financial aid counselor, Delta State University. Todd Watson, assistant professor, Physical Therapy; D.P.T., Saint Augustine University; previously assistant professor, Winston- Salem State University. Betty White, assistant professor, Health Sciences; M.S., University of Memphis; previously microbiologist, State of Tennessee Regional Lab. Anthony Wilkinson, associate professor, Mathematics and Computer Science; Ph.D., University of Manchester; previously professor, University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Ryan Williams, coordina­tor of student organiza­tions and Greek life; Student Affairs; M.Ed., Texas A&M University; previously graduate assistant, Texas A&M University. Lisa Wilson, receptionist, Residential Living; previously pharmacy technician, Wal-Mart. Steven Wilson, student services manager, Cooperative Education and Career Services; B.S., North Carolina State University; previously environmental sciences teacher, SOAR/Opera-tion Aspire. Pavel Wlosok, assistant professor, Music; M.M., University of North Texas; previously assistant professor, Truman State University. WCU Plans Day of Tributes To Courage and Commitment Western Carolina University is scheduling several observances and tributes Wednesday, September 11, to remember the first anniversary of terrorist attacks on America, including a symbolic parade of emergency vehicles, a commemorative concert of "Music for Heroes," and a candlelight vigil. "We want to honor not just the memories of those who were lost on that horrible day, but also we want to honor the courage and commitment of those who survived," said Mary Kay Bauer, associate professor of music and one of the organizers of the campus tributes. WCU's Alumni Tower will toll and play special music at 8:46 a.m.— the time the day of terror began—in remembrance of those lost when Flight 11 and Flight 175 crashed into the World Trade Center, Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon, and Flight 93 descended into a field in Somerset County, Pennsylvannia. Continued on page 8 Not pictured, but also new at WCU: Alan Altany, affiliate professor and director, Coulter Faculty Center; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh; previously professor, Marshall University. James Ashe, police officer, University Police; previously chief deputy, Jackson County Sheriffs Department. Carroll Brown, assistant professor, Human Environmental Sciences; M.B.A., The Citadel; previously assistant professor, Johnson and Wales University. Carol Colloms, office assistant, Physical Therapy; previously dispatcher, Macon County Emergency Medical Services. Sharlo Farineau, office manager, University Health Services; B.S., University of Florida; previously book­keeper, Cashiers Insurance Agency. Nancy Harlin, student services assistant, Admissions; previously owner/manager, Endless Trails Farm. Lisa Holderman, speech and language pathologist, Speech and Hearing Center; M.S., Western Carolina University. April Karby, office assistant, Admissions; previously secretary/bookkeeper, Moun­tain Lake and Pond. Gwendolyn Lordeon, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., University of Mississippi; previously instructor, Asheville Buncombe Technical Commu­nity College. Loretta Luker, housekeeper, Facilities Management; previously delivery person, Tim's Auto Parts. Thelma Mathis, housekeeper, Residential Living; previously kitchen worker, Ryan's. Alison McClure, office assistant, Health and Human Performance; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously showroom sales associate, Jennings Builders Supply. Peter McCray, visiting assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; M.S., Virginia Tech; previously instructor, Brevard College. Ronald Mercier, Construction/renovation technician, Facilities Management; B.S., Florida Atlantic University; previously instructor, Southwestern Community College. Linda Painter, housekeeper, Residential Living; previously cook, Jarrett House. Amber Rhoades, resident director, Residential Living; M.A., Appalachian State University; previously residence director, Syracuse University. Christy Sheets, outreach counselor, Educational Talent Search; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously teacher, West Iredell Middle School. Lee Sherrill, research technician, Mountain Aquaculturel Research Center; B.S., Western Carolina University. Cornelia Waldrum, physical therapist, Developmental Evaluation Center; B.S. P.T., University of Tennessee at Memphis. S e p t e m b e r 9 , 2 0 0 2 • T h e R e p o r t er Monday, September 9 Meeting—Sigma Xi, Western's chapter of the Scientific Research Society, whose membership is open to everyone in the WCU community. Membership not a requirement for attending meetings. Discussion and remembrance of noted evolution­ary biologist Stephen Jay Gould. Noon, Room 245, Hunter Library. (227-7244 or 227-3368) Tuesday, September 10 Training Tuesday—"Let's Stress Less Stress" takes a close look at the psychology and physiology of stress, then offers simple, practical solutions to help eliminate or deal with stressors in daily life. All interested persons welcome, registration required, 2-4 p.m., Room 404, BB. (227-2388 or www.wcu.edu/hr/ training) Recital—brass faculty of WCU music department, featuri

  • The Reporter, September 2003
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2018
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.Reporter -H- < September 8, 2003 News for the Faculty and Staff of Western Carolina University Introducing Newcomers to Western The Reporter will help you get to know the newest members of the Western community. Here are names, photo­graphs, and brief biographies of the people who have entered full-time positions since September 1, 2002. We hope we haven't missed anyone, but please let us know if we have. Robert Adams, assistant professor, Engineering Technology; M.S., John Hopkins University; previously graduate teaching assistant, University of Alabama- Huntsville. Nicholas Allmendinger, visiting assistant professor, Geosciences and Natural Resources Management; M.S., University of Delaware; previously research assistant, University of Delaware. James Arnott, visiting instructor, Business Computer Information Systems and Economics; Ph.D., University of Georgia. Lydia Aydlett, visiting assistant professor, Psychology; Ph.D., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; previously self-employed pediatric psychologist. Robert Berry, associate professor, Criminal Justice; M.P.A., University of Nevada-Reno; previously grants and projects analyst, emergency planning coordinator, and state public assistance officer, Nevada State Division of Emergency Management. Susan Blair, office assistant, Health Sciences; previously secretary, Wilkinson Elementary School, Sarasota, Florida. Jason William Borges, resident director, Residential Living; M.S., Colorado State University; previously residence coordinator, Florida State University. Jamie Bradley, electrician, Facilities Management; previously electrician/ foreman, C.P. Electric, Dillsboro. Kathleen Brennan, assistant professor, Anthropology and Sociology/ Center for Regional Development; Ph.D., Kent State University; previously postdoctoral fellow, Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health. Jane Brown, visiting instructor, Anthropology and Sociology; M.A., Western Carolina University. Claudia Bryant, assistant professor, Political Science and Public Affairs; Ph.D., University of Tennessee. Erik Caldwell, visiting instructor, Geosciences and Natural Resources Management. Stacy Cantley, assistant women's basketball coach, Athletics; B.A., Univer­sity of North Carolina- Wilmington. I MB m Thomas Carnes, assistant professor, Accountancy, Finance, and Entrepre-neurship; Ph.D., Florida State University; previ­ously assistant professor of accounting, University of Arkansas. Edward Case, assistant professor, Educational Leadership and Founda­tions; Ph.D., Clemson University; previously visiting instructor of chemistry, Clemson University. Amy Cherry, visiting instructor, Music; M.M., University of Cincinnati; previously visiting professor, Morehead State University. Bonnie Annette Childers, housekeeper, Residential Living; Certified Nursing Assistant certificate, Southwestern Community College; previously self-employed. Robert Christian, assistant strength and conditioning coach; Athletics; B.S., University of Alabama at T uscaloosa. Kathleen Collins, office assistant, Mountain Heritage Center. Allison Eve Cook, office assistant, Physical Therapy; previously cashier at Wendy's. Melody Cowan, office assistant, Purchasing; previously commercial lines assistant, Stanberry Insurance, Sylva. Magaly DeCastro, visiting instructor, Modern Foreign Languages; M.Ed., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously Spanish instructor, Central Piedmont Community College. John DiBari, assistant professor, Geosciences and Natural Resources Management; Ph.D., University of Arizona; previously term assistant professor, University of Alaska-Anchorage. Amy Dowling, assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; M.F.A., Florida State University. Carolyn Kay Egbert, wellness coordinator, University Health Services; M.S., Purdue University; previously wellness coordinator, Purdue University. Steven Elias, assistant professor, Psychology; Ph.D., Colorado State University; previously teaching fellow and visiting assistant professor, Colorado State University. Deidre Elliott, assistant professor, English; M.F.A., University of Arizona; previously visiting professor, University of Arizona. Elizabeth Frazier, associate registrar, Registrar's Office; M.B.A., Nova Southeastern University; previously director of human resources, Webster Enterprises. Inhyuck "Steve" Ha, assistant professor, Business Computer Information Systems and Economics/ Center for Regional Develop­ment; Ph.D. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Previously forecasting program director, University of West Florida. Patty Harley, program assistant, Office of Student Affairs. Dianna Hauser, visiting instructor, Health and Human Performance; M.Ed., University of North Caro­lina- Charlotte; previously special education teacher, LifeSpan, Mount Airy, North Carolina. Elizabeth Haynes, grants officer, Research and Graduate Studies; Ed.D., North Carolina State University; previously program officer, W.H. Brady Foundation, Maggie Valley. Joanne Heath, visiting instructor, Mathematics and Computer Science; M.Ed., University of Florida; previously math instructor, Smoky Mountain Elementary School. Christopher Hoyt, visiting instructor, Philosophy and Religion; Ph.D., University of Illinois, Chicago. S e p t e m b e r 8 , 2 0 0 3 • T h e R e p o rt e r Thomas Hughes, visiting instructor, English; Ph.D., University of Oregon; previously adjunct professor, Moorpark College. Paul Jacques, assistant professor, Management and International Business; Ph.D., State University of New York; previously, visiting assistant professor, Rochester Institute of Technology. Kristen Jagger, assistant professor, Physical Therapy; Ph.D., University of Florida; previously teaching assistant, University of Florida. Beth Keefauver, visiting instructor, English; M.A., Western Carolina Univer­sity; previously admissions representative, North Carolina Outward Bound. Chris Korsgard, water/ wastewater plant operator, Facilities Management; previously wastewater operator, Charlotte County Utilities, Port Charlotte, Florida. Lynette Lazar, assistant professor, Business Computer Information Systems/Economics; Ph.D., Clemson University; previously visiting professor of management, Lander University. Kevin Lee, assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; Ed.D., Oklahoma State Univer­sity; previously assistant professor, Illinois State University. Frank Lockwood, assistant professor, Accountancy, Finance, and Entrepreneur-ship; Ph.D., University of South Carolina; previously co-owner and chief financial officer, WeTrain Technologies, LLC. Allen Lomax, director, Advising and Student Success; Ph.D., Saybrook Institute; previously director of advising, Texas A & M University. Stephen Lott, head women's golf coach, Athletics. Charles Marth, visiting instructor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison; previously research scientist, Angus Chemical Company. Katherine Mathews, assistant professor, Biology; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin; previously grant specialist, University of T ennessee-Chattanooga. Anquell McCollum, enrollment services officer, Admissions; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina Univer­sity; previously teacher, Cumberland County School System. Bruce Edward Moore, police officer, University Police; B.L.E.T. certificate, Southwestern Community College; previously deputy/ detention officer, Jackson County Sheriff s Office. Luke Nicholson, assistant professor, Engineering Technology; M.S.C.E. University of Florida; previously instructor, University of Florida. Kadence Otto, assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously instructor, Florida State University. Nancy Porter, director, Kneedler Child Develop­ment Center; M.A., Rollins College; previously director, Zickgraf Enterprises, Inc., Franklin. Malcolm Powell, professor and head, Biology; Univer­sity of Georgia; previously microbiologist, Centers for Disease Control. Heather Queen, teacher assistant, Kneedler Child Development Center; previously teacher assistant, Southwestern Child Development Commission. Ron Rash, Parris Distin­guished Professor in Appalachian Studies, History; M.A., Clemson University; previously visiting writer, University of South Carolina. Rebecca Robinson, associate professor, Nursing; Ph.D., Texas Women's University; previously associate professor, West Texas A&M University. S e p t e m b e r 8 , 2 0 0 3 • T h e Re p o r t e r 3S 1 V - - : U Wayne Robinson, director of service learning, Student Affairs; Ph.D., Jackson State University; previously acting dean of student life, Jackson State University. Jeremy Rogers, depart­ment purchasing agent, Purchasing; B.S.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously controller/business manager, SOAR, Inc., Balsam. Evelyn Roman, processing assistant, Purchasing; previously secretary/ bookkeeper, Johnson Automotive, Clyde. Michael Schallock, assistant professor, Music; M.M., Ohio State University; previously music and band teacher, Pittsylvania County Schools, Chatham, Virginia. Krista Schmidt, assistant professor and reference librarian, Hunter Library; M.L.S., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. James Scifers, associate professor, Health Sciences; D.P.T., University of Maryland School of Medicine; previously program director of athletic training education program, Salisbury University. Alan Sellars, facility Construction Engineer, Facilities Management; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously Construction manager, Lockwood Greene Engineering and Con­struction, Spartanburg, South Carolina. an/ Roya June Shahrokh, community development specialist, Continuing Education and Summer School-Cherokee Center; M.B.A., University of California-Berkeley; previously adjunct professor, Mars Hill College. Debra Smith, office assistant, Advising Center; A.A.S., Haywood Community College. Jeremy Smith, police officer, University Police; B.L.E.T., Haywood Community College. Zeta Smith, assistant to the vice chancellor for advance­ment and external affairs/ special events coordinator; B.F.A., Virginia Common­wealth University; previ­ously publisher/vice president for content, Raceway Marketing. Andrew Soroka, resident director, Residential Living. Ronnie Stillwell, visiting instructor, Business Computer Information Systems and Economics; M.B.A., Western Carolina University; previously economic development director, Swain County. Bradley Sturgeon, assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., University of California-Davis; previously lecturer, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Jack Summers, assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., Georgia Tech; previously senior scientist, Message Pharmaceuticals. April Tallant, visiting instructor, Health Sciences; M.H.S., Western Carolina University; previously Even Start Family Literacy coordinator, Cherokee County Schools. Mary Teslow, assistant professor, Health Sciences; M.L.I.S., University of South Florida; previously program manager, health information management program, Broward Community College. Rey Trevino Jr., assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; Ed.D., University of Northern Colorado; previously assistant professor, Neumann College. Charles Tucker, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., Gardner-Webb University; previously staff registered nurse, Mission St. Joseph's Hospital, Asheville. Walter Turner, area coordinator, Residential Living; M.Ed., Delta State University; previously coordinator of student development, Mississippi College. Brandy R. Venable, assistant track and field/ cross country coach, Athletics; M.S., Purdue University; previously assistant women's track and field/cross country coach, Odessa College. S e p t e m b e r 8 , 2 0 0 3 • T h e Re p o r t e r Amy Walker, Web editor, Public Relations; B.A., University of North Carolina-Asheville; previously freelance copywriter and editor. Charles Wallin, visiting instructor, Business Computer Information and Economics; M.S., Univer­sity of St. Thomas. Julie Walters-Steele, director of the University Center; M.A., Clemson University; previously director of union programs and major events, Clemson University. Foster Wardlaw III, assistant professor, Health and Human Performance; Ph.D., Clemson University; previously assistant professor, Southern University. Karla Weidner, visiting instructor, Biology; Ph.D., University of Illinois; previously assistant professor, Furman University. Abby Whitley, admissions counselor, Admissions; B.S., Western Carolina University. John Williams, professor, Anthropology and Sociol­ogy; Ph.D., The Ohio State University; previously professor, chair, and director of forensic science, University of North Dakota. Eddie Williams-McCoy, assistant professor, Educational Leadership and Foundations; Ed.D., University of Arkansas- Little Rock; previously Title I/ESL program evaluator, Little Rock School District. Daniel W. Willis, assistant men's basketball coach, Athletics; M.Ed., Western Carolina University. Monica Willis, lead teacher, Kneedler Child Development Center; A.A.S., Southwestern Community College. Sarah York, visiting instructor, English; M.A., Western Carolina University. James Zhang, assistant professor, Engineering Technology; Ph.D., Purdue University; previously senior member technical staff, Thomson, Inc. (RCA and GE consumer electronics divisions). Hamish Ziegler, visiting instructor, English; M.F.A., Florida International University. Not pictured employees, next page A Brian Railsback, professor of English, was interviewed live August 22 on Jefferson Public Radio, which broadcasts through seven stations across southern Oregon and northern California. The hour-long interview covered topics concerning the environ­ment, John Steinbeck, and in particular Railsback's novel The Darkest Clearing, which will be available in January. A John Habel, associate professor of psychology, was named one of two recipients of the national Association for General and Liberal Studies Faculty Awards for 2003. He will receive the award at this fall's AGLS conference in Charlotte. Habel is a fellow and coordinator of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Initiative at Western through the Coulter Faculty Center. Campaign Gets Ready The annual State Employee Combined Campaign this year will start with an information event for solicitors on Thursday, September 18, from 10 a.m. until noon in the Hospitality Room in the Ramsey Center. Lunch will be served at noon. Combined campaign officials from the state office will be on hand to share tips and helpful suggestions for the solicitors as they work with department and offices. Representatives from the 10 agencies that received the most funding from Western's campaign last year will be on hand to share how Western's donations were used and hear about potential future needs. The Combined Campaign begins on October 1 and runs through November 14 with a goal of raising $29,000. "We're looking forward to having some fun with this year's State Employee's Combined Campaign, plus we know it's a great opportunity to help our community and state because state employees make a great state even better," said Web manager Bob Orr, chairman of Western's campaign. The September 18 event will feature door prizes and gifts for the solicitors. S e p t e m b e r 8 , 2 0 0 3 • T h e R e p o r t e r New Faces Not Pictured Virginia Bixby, processing assistant, CatCard Office; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously office assistant, Gary's Body Shop, Sylva. Harold Bailey, boiler operator, Facilities Management; previously material handler, Con-Met, Bryson City. Andy Barber, computer system administrator, Facilities Management; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously technical service representative, IAC Americas, Morrisville. Amanda Bowers, administrative services assistant, Residential Living; A.A.S., Southwestern Community College; previously administrative assistant, Sylva Pediatric Associates. Brian Matthew Boyer, resident director, Residential Living; M.A., Appalachian State University; previously resident director, Appalachian State University. Donna Cabe, processing assistant/bindery assistant, Hunter Library. Jeannine Arlette Cabe, lead customer service technician, Registrar's Office; previously library technician, Haywood Community College. Nina Camack, personnel technician, Human Resources; B.S.W., New Mexico State University. Connie Cooper, office assistant, North Carolina Rated License Assessment; B.S., East Carolina University; previously optical assistant, the Vision Center, Sylva. Melissa Dancy, assistant professor, Chemis­try and Physics; Ph.D., North Carolina State University; previously visiting assistant professor, Davidson College. Delores Deitz, program assistant, Develop­mental Evaluation Center; A.A.S., Southwestern Community College; previously business manager for Jean Kirkland, MA, LPC. Shannon Diamond, office assistant, SUTEP; B.S., Mars Hill College; previously stylist assistant and front desk, Visage Salon. Wanda Sue Dills, housekeeper, Residential Living; previously cook, Robbie's, Sylva. Eric Filipeck, assistant baseball coach, Athletics; B.S., University of North Carolina-Asheville. Frederick Fisher, visiting instructor, Political Science and Public Affairs. Marjorie Gilchrist-Young, visiting instructor, English. Stanley Wray Hammer, programmer analyst, IT Services; B.A., Florida State University; previously vice president of operations, I.S. Consulting. Vang Cheng Her, police officer, University Police; B.S., Western Carolina University. Rebecca Hester, visiting instructor, Psychology; M.A., Western Carolina University; previously peer tutor, South­western Community College. Merilyn Honeycutt, secretary, Nursing; B.S., Southern Adventist University; previously administrative assistant, Client Logic Corporation. Jennifer Howe, office assistant, Continuing Education and Summer School-Cherokee Center; previously lead teacher, Head Start, Kneedler Center, Mountain Projects, Inc. Luther Jones, assistant professor, Communica­tion and Theatre Arts. Jessie Johnson, housekeeper, Facilities Management; previously frozen food manager, Ingles, Sylva. Leonard Wayne Knight, visiting assistant professor, Criminal Justice. Jeanne Kovin, office assistant to the associate vice chancellor for development; previously executive assistant, Marconi Communications, Petaluma, California. Tammy O. Ledford, housekeeper, Residential Living; previously cook, Aramark and Harris Regional Hospital. Shirley Livingston, visiting instructor, Communication and Theatre Arts. Jonathan Maddy, safety officer, Facilities Management; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously mechanic's helper, Salem Electric Company. Charlene Merritt, visiting assistant professor, Criminal Justice. Aime C. Mitchell, academic adviser for student athletes, Athletics; B.A., Furman University. William Frederick Moore, grounds worker, Facilities Management; horticulture certificate, Haywood Community College; previously grounds worker, University of North Carolina- Wilmington. Jennifer A. Mroz, assistant athletic trainer, Athletics; M.S., Michigan State University; previously assistant athletic trainer, University of Scranton. Kerri Rayburn, secretary, College of Education and Allied Professions; previously administrative assistant, Broken Top Club, Bend, Oregon. Regan Lee Rayburn, associate CIO for educational technologies, Office of the CIO; Ph.D., Stephen F. Austin University; previously chief information officer, Central Oregon Community College. Robert Scott, police officer, University Police; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously captain, Macon County Sheriffs Office. Russ Shoemaker, assistant fitness director, Fitness Center; B.S., Appalachian State University; previously instructor, Randolph Community College. Dawn Shropshire, medical records assistant, Developmental Evaluation Center; previ­ously legal secretary/receptionist, James Spiro, P.A. Barbara St. John, assistant professor, Nursing. Mary-Lynn Starkey, office assistant, Student Affairs. Alicia Stewart, certified nursing assistant, University Health Services; B.S.N., Western Carolina University; previously certified nursing assistant, Harris Regional Hospital. Albert Tomlinson, drafting technician, Facilities Management; computer drafting certificate, ATI Career Training, Fort Lauderdale, Florida; previously auto cad operator, Siemens Building Technologies, Franklin. Emery Trowbridge, associate professor and head, Human Environmental Sciences; Ed.D., Northern Arizona University; previously associate professor, University of New Hampshire. Katie Williams, medical records assistant, University Health Services; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously front desk assistant, WNC Eyecare Associates. Christi Cabe Young, admissions specialist, Admissions; A.A.S., Southwestern Commu­nity College; previously, secretary, C & H Tooling, Inc., Candler. Glenna Young, administrative assistant, Law, Equity, Auditing, and Technology Transfer; previously administrative assistant, Penn State University. Grady Young, heating and air mechanic, Facilities Management; previously install/ service technician, MASD CO-HVAC, Cashiers, Emergency Call Boxes Installed Western just got a little safer with the installation of 11 new emergency call boxes at key locations across campus. The boxes contain specialized radios that transmit directly over Western's police radio freque

  • The Reporter, September 2001
    Hunter Library Digital Collections Western Carolina University Cullowhee NC 28723;, 2018
    Co-Authors: Western Carolina University
    Abstract:

    The Reporter is a publication produced by Western Carolina University featuring news, events, and campus community updates for faculty and staff. The publication began in August of 1970 and continues digitally today. Click on the link in the “Related Materials” field to access recent issues.Introducing Newcomers to Western The Reporter will help you get to know the newest members of the WCU community. Here are names, photo­graphs, and brief biographies of the people who have entered full-time positions since September 1, 2000. We hope we haven't missed anyone, but please let us know if we have. David Ashmore, visiting assistant professor, Anthropology and Sociology; M.A., Southern Illinois University; previously lecturer, Southern Illinois University. April Banks, assistant athletic trainer, Athletics; M.S., Georgia Southern University; previously athletic trainer, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center. Roseanna Belt, director, Cherokee Center; Ed.M., Harvard Graduate School of Education; previously school counselor, Cherokee Central Schools. Bruce Berger, visiting assistant professor, Business Law; J.D., Franklin Pierce Law Center; previously visiting professor, Clemson University Graduate School of Human Resources. Wesley Bonds, assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts-Amherst; previously research associate/laboratory manager, Yale University. Nathan Boniface, WebCT administrator, Continuing Education and Summer School; A.A., Southwestern Community College; previously technical support and accounting, Consumer Direct Buyers Network. Jason Brady, library assistant, Hunter Library; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously transmission surveillance Engineer, MCI WorldCom. Colin Bragg, visiting instructor, Music; M.M., University of Georgia. Patricia Bricker, assistant professor, Elementary and Middle Grades Education; M.S., University of Rochester; previously teacher, Asheville City School System. Heidi Buchanan, assistant professor and reference librarian, Hunter Library; M.S., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Mary Buchanan, office assistant, Educational Leadership and Foundations; previously registrar, Harris Regional Hospital. James Buckner, facility Construction Engineer, Facilities Management; B.A., Western Carolina University; previously building systems Engineer, Department of Administration, Raleigh. Ronald Bumgarner, assistant professor, Industrial and Engineering Technology; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously field artillery officer and acquisition corp professional, U.S. Army. Kenneth Burbank, associate professor, Industrial and Engineering Technology; Ph.D., Brown University; previously associate professor, electronic Engineering technology, Virginia State University. Mike Cawood, assistant athletic director for media relations, Athletics; B.S., University of Tennessee- Knoxville; previously assistant media director, University of Pittsburgh Athletics Department. Matthew Chadwick, assistant director, Admissions; B.A., Western Carolina University; previously post-production assistant, EMI Christian Music Group. Carey Coghill, assistant professor, Human Services; Ph.D., Georgia State University; previously consultant, Coghill and Beery International. Christopher Dahlquist, personnel technician, Human Resources; M.A., Mississippi State University; previously training specialist, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Mississippi. Annette Debo, assistant professor, English; Ph.D., University of Maryland; previously visiting assistant professor, American University. Janina DeHart, academic adviser, Advising Center; M.S., Western Carolina University; previously Qualla Boundary and Swain County coordinator, Mountain Dispute Settlement Center. Mark DeHart, stock clerk, Bookstore; previously quality auditor, Consolidated Metco. Kelli Dills, office assistant, Continuing Education and Summer School; previously customer service representative, Nantahala Power and Light. Brian Dinkelmeyer, assistant professor, Chemistry and Physics; Ph.D., State University of New York-Stony Brook; previously visiting assistant professor, Kenyon College. Duane Dunlap, professor and department head, Industrial and Engineering Technology; Ed.D, Virginia Tech; previously associate professor and director of graduate programs, industrial technology, Purdue University. Linda Eargle, assistant professor, Physical Therapy; Mln.Ed., Clemson University; previously assistant professor, Medical University of South Carolina. Jane Eastman, visiting assistant professor, Anthropology and Sociology; Ph.D., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; previously visiting assistant professor, East Carolina University. Sheila Fowler, grant coordinator, College of Education and Allied Professions; B.A., Delta State University; previously teacher assistant, Haywood County Schools. Randall Fox, e lectrician, Facilities Management; previously lineman, Nantahala Power and Light. Greta Freeman, director, Model Clinical Teaching Program; M.A., Western Carolina University; previously pre-kindergarten/ second grade curriculum consultant, Western Region Education Service Alliance. John Gist, assistant professor, English; M.F.A., University of Alaska- Fairbanks; previously adjunct, Western New Mexico University. C. James Goodwin, department head and professor, Psychology; Ph.D., Florida State University; previously department head and professor, Wheeling Jesuit University. Michael Gross, assistant professor/athletic training, Health and Human Performance; M.S., University of Florida, all b ut dissertation, Middle Tennessee State University. Bobby Hensley, director of conferences and institutes, Continuing Education and Summer School; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously, coordinator of conference facilities, auditorium, and special events, Southwestern Community College. S e p t e m b e r 1 0 , 2 0 0 1 • T h e R e p or t e r Patrick J. Hinkle, applications programmer, Computer Center; B.A., West Virginia University, previously applications programmer, Systems and Programming Consultants in Virginia. Harrison Kane, assistant professor, Psychology; Ph.D., University of Florida; previously school psychologist, Duval County School District, Florida. Tae-Hwan Kim, visiting assistant professor, Business and Computer Information; M.S., Mississippi State University; all b ut dissertation, Mississippi State University. Rhonda Larimore, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., Clemson University; family nurse practitioner, Mountain Neurological Center. Kathy Lewis, s tudent services assistant, Admissions; previously teacher assistant, Haywood County Schools. David Luginbuhl, associate professor, Mathematics and Computer Science; Ph.D., University of Illinois; previously program manager, U.S. Air Force. Cindi Magill, program assistant, Alumni Affairs; previously training specialist, Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse. Bonnie Martin, assistant professor, Human Environmental Sciences; Ph.D., Clemson University; previously director, Vermont Tourism Data Center at the University of Vermont. Thomas Martin, assistant professor, Biology; Ph.D., North Carolina State University; previously assistant professor of aquatic ecology, Pennsylvania State University. William Martin, assistant professor, Music; D.M.A., University of North Carolina-Greensboro; previously assistant professor, Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana. Ruth McCreary, coordinator, School- University Teacher Education Partnership; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University. Carol McKenzie, processing assistant, Bookstore; A.A., Webber College; previously gift shop volunteer, Harris Regional Hospital. Angela McMahan, polic e officer, University Police; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously probation/parole officer, Corrections Division of North Carolina. Ronald Metcalf, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously manager for staff development, Community Care Partners. %A Karl Michel, assistant professor, Art; Ph.D., University of Georgia. Niall Michelsen, department head and associate professor, Political Science; Ph.D., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; previously associate professor, Roosevelt University. Irene Mueller, assistant professor, Health Sciences; Ed.D., Montana State University; previously director, Health Information Technology Program, Montana State University College of Technology, Great Falls. Linda Nicodemus, visiting assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; M.A., University of Tennessee; previously writer/producer, Fox 21 Television. Peter Nieckarz Jr, assistant professor, Anthropology and Sociology; Ph.D., Western Michigan University; previously, assistant professor, Furman University. Cynthia Noren, office assistant, Annual Giving, University Advancement; previously, attendant, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. Sean O'Connell, assistant professor, Biology; Ph.D., Idaho Falls State University, research associate fellow, Idaho State University. S e p t e m b e r 1 0 , 2 0 0 1 • T h e R e p o r t e r Bradley Ohrt, strength and conditioning coordinator, Athletics; M.Ed., University of Kansas; previously assistant strength and conditioning coach, University of Southern California. Benjamin Pfingstag, visiting associate professor, Art; Ph.D., State University of New York-Binghamton; previously associate professor, Norwich University. Alvin Proffit, associate professor, Educational Leadership and Foundations; Ed.D., West Virginia University; previously superintendent, Grayson County Schools, Virginia. Kenneth Prohn, project coordinator, Human Services; M.Ed., Western Carolina University; previously special education teacher, Buncombe County Schools. William Putman, safety officer, Facilities Management; A.A., Thomas Edison State College; previously carpenter, Wayne Dillard Builders. Thomas Quinn, visiting instructor, Management/ International Business; M.Ed., Clemson University; previously owner, Quinn Construction. Debra Randleman, instructional development consultant, Coulter Faculty Center; M.A., Appalachian State University; previously instructor, Surry County Schools. Aletha Rish, receptionist, Center for Regional Development; previously ICU specialist, Harris Regional Hospital. Linda Robinson, housekeeper, University Center; previously housekeeping supervisor, Cedar Creek Racquet Club. Robert Shea, coordinator, Career Services and Cooperative Education; M.A., Vermont College of Norwich University; previously school-based clinician, Counseling Service of Addison County, Vermont. Michael Shuler, mechanic, Facilities Management; previously automotive mechanic, Supri Auto Service. Deborah Simpson, office assistant, Office of Admissions; previously apartment manager, Stillwater, Oklahoma. Anthony Smith, visiting assistant professor, Industrial and Engineering Technology; M.S., Purdue University; previously vice president, NetLink Technologies, Inc. Christopher Snyder, coordinator, Technology Assistance Center; Ph.D., Vanderbilt University. Mike Speissegger, boiler operator, Facilities Management. Sharon Swain, visiting assistant professor, Nursing; M.S.N., Emory University; previously nurse practitioner, Highlands- Cashiers Hospital. Vicki Szabo, assistant professor, History; Ph.D., Cornell University; previously visiting assistant professor, Colgate University, New York. Michael Taylor, athletic equipment manager, Athletics; A.A., Haywood Community College; previously store manager, Four Seasons Sports, Sylva. S e p t e m b e r 1 0 , 2 0 0 1 • T h e R e p or t e r Michael Thomas, assistant professor, Management; Ph.D., James Cook University, Townsville, Australia; previously quality manager, IBM, Sydney. Eric Tscheschlok, visiting assistant professor, History; Ph.D., Auburn University; previously visiting lecturer, Auburn University. Sarah Underwood, housekeeper, Facilities Management; B.A., Western Carolina University; previously ceramic artist, Pierce Pottery. Sarah Upton, social research assistant, Star Rated Program in Hu man Environmental Sciences; B.S., Western Carolina University; previously lead teacher, Southwestern Child Development. Pamela Vesely, visiting assistant professor, Human Resource Development; M.A., Vanderbilt University. David Whelan, assistant professor, Criminal Justice; Ph.D., City University of New York; previously assistant professor, University of North Florida. Denise Wilfong, assistant professor, Health Sciences; M.H.S., Western Carolina University. John D. Williams, visiting assistant professor, Communication and Theatre Arts; M.A., Bowling Green State University; previously associate professor, Southwestern Adventist University. Jill Woodruff, event coordinator, Advancement and External Affairs; B.S., University of Tennessee- Knoxville; previously executive director, Nantahala Racing Club. Also new at WCU but not pictured: Michael Allen, computer support technician, College of Business; B.B.A., Georgia State University; previously manager, National Data Corporation, Atlanta. Patricia Baker, visiting instructor, Math and Computer Science; M.A., University of North Carolina-Charlotte; previously consultant, Western Region Education Services Alliance. Doug Bates, police officer, University Police; previously deputy, Currituck County Sheriffs Department. Kevin Childers, information and communication specialist, International Programs and Services; B.S. and B.A., Western Carolina University; previously staff writer, photographer, and layout designer, Mitchell News Journal. James Clayton, housekeeper, Facilities Management; previously custodian, Jackson County schools. Donna Ferrantello, visiting instructor, English; Ph.D., Drew University; previously editor/author, Open Sky Press. Donna Franks, housekeeper, Housing; previously machine operator, Chasam. Dicie Hopkins, housekeeper, Housing; previously clerk, Merita Bakery. Akum Jamir, computing consultant, Computer Center; M.S., applied mathematics; previously self-employed. Sheryl Joel, program assistant, Educational Talent Search; previously administrative assistant, Ashton Development. Harley Jones, water/wastewater plant operator, Facilities Management; previously paver operator, Messer Paving. Joyce Ann Jones, office assistant, Nursing (Asheville); B.A., University of North Carolina-Asheville; previously administrative assistant, Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community. Jodi Moore, office assistant, Star Rated Program, Human Environmental Sciences Department. James Murphy, visiting assistant professor, Business Computer Information Systems and Economics; Ph.D., Georgia State University; previously visiting assistant professor of economics, Georgia Institute of Technology. Chesney Reich, coordinator, Catamount Academic Tutoring Center; M.A., Appalachian State University; previously media coordinator, Iredell-Statesville school system. Matthew Trainum, area coordinator, Housing; M.S., Texas A&M Un iversity; previously area housing coordinator, Appalachian State University. Charles Willis, resident director, Housing; M.A.Ed., Western Carolina University. Shelley Winters, office assistant, Physical Therapy; B.S., Western Carolina University. S e p t e m b e r 1 0 , 2 0 0 1 • T h e Re p o r t e r LCE Series Kicks O f f S e p t . 1 9 Improv Group Involves Audience The kamikaze comedy stylings of the Chicago City Limits improvisational theater troupe will be the season-opener for this year's Lectures, Concerts, and Exhibitions Series at 7:30 p.m. Wednes­day, September 19, in the Grandroom of the University Center. Hailed as "hysterical and unpredict­able" by the New York Times, the Chicago City Limits ensemble has been perform­ing its "comedy without a net" for more than twenty years. The group creates a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience by taking suggestions from audience mem­bers to create scenes on the spot. Sponta­neous, interactive, and irreverent, no two Chicago City Limits productions are ever alike. Both actors and audience are the stars in a kaleidoscope of sketch comedy, one-liners, and improvised music. The impressive list of guest artists who Chicago City Limits have shared the stage with the Chicago City limits over the years includes Robin Williams, Paul Reiser, and Brett Butler. The troupe has made dozens of television appearances, including segments on "The Today ^ Show," "The Joan Rivers Show," and "The Jackie Mason Show," and was featured on its own TV news comedy series, "Reel News," on the USA Network. Founded in Chicago by George Todisco, the group moved to New York in 1979 and began a continuous run of shows now numbering over 7,500 performances—second only to "The Fantasticks" as the longest-running production in New York. Tickets for the show are $2 for YC^CG students, $10 for senior citizens, V/CG faculty, and staff, and $12 for all others. Seating is limited. For tickets or information, call 227-7206. Diabetes Support Group Formed When faced with a lifestyle change, whether stopping smoking or drinking, dieting, or coping with an illness or disease, people with similar challenges can be a wealth of information and support. This summer, University Health Services started a diabetes support group for faculty, staff, and students. According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in North Carolina and the United States; Type 2 diabetes is on the rise with more than 16 million Americans affected. Approximately one-third of affected people don't realize they have diabetes. "I didn't realize how prevalent diabetes is on our campus until I started working with some newly diagnosed people. The support group is a way to disseminate information," said Karen White, registered dietitian with University Health Services and organizer of the group. Health Services is advocating preventative care as part of this outreach program. In order to accommodate work schedules, the support group will hold the same program twice a month—the second Wednesday of the month, 4-5 p.m., and the fourth Thursday, 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., both in the Rogers Room of the University Center. The program format will alternate an informational program one month and a sharing/discussion of issues and problems the next. The support group is an outgrowth of a day-long seminar in July, which featured information on diet, exercise, and blood sugar control and testing. For more information, contact Karen White at 227-2088. Symptoms of Diabetes The American Diabetes Association emphasizes early detection and treatment, which can decrease the chance of develop­ing the complications of diabetes. The following is a list of symptoms for diabetes: • Excessive thirst • Extreme hunger • Unusual weight loss • Increased fatigue • Irritability • Blurred vision • Frequent urination If you have one or more of these symptoms, see your family doctor right away. For more information about diabetes, check out the ADA Web site: www.diabetes.org. S e p t e m b e r 1 0 , 2 0 0 1 • T h e R e po r t e r VLZM Calendar September 11—23, 2001 Look for regular updates on the university's web site at www.wcu.edu/cal.html T uesday, September 11 Training Tuesdays—"Super­vising and the Law," 2-4, p.m. Room, 404 BB, registration required. (227-7218 or visit www.wcu.edu/hr/training) Wednesday, September 12 Meeting—Diabetes Support Group, 4-5 p.m., Rogers Room, UC. (227-2088) Saturday, September 15 Catamount football—vs. The Citadel, Southern Conference game, 6 p.m., WS/BW. (227-7338) Sunday, September 16 Special program—"Native Plants," 2:30-3:30 p.m., MHC. (227-7129) T uesday, September 18 Training Tuesdays— "Position Management," 9- 11 a.m., Room 404, BB. Registration required. (227- 7218 or visit www.wcu.edu/ hr/training) Lady Catamount volley­ball— vs. Appalachian State, Southern Conference match, 7 p.m., RRAC. (227-7338) Wednesday, September 19 Theater—Chicago City Limits, 7:30 p.m., Grandroom, UC. $ (227-7206) Recital—guest flutist Susan Goodfellow, 8 p.m., RH. (227-7242) Friday, September 21 Lady Catamount soccer— vs. Tennessee Tech, 3 p.m., SSF. (227-7338) Football—high school football at WCU: Hayesville High vs. Hendersonville High, WS/BW. (227-2112) Now Showing ••• Exhibitions: Louis Finkelstein Paintings. An overview of noted lyrical abstractionist Louis Finkelstein. Through October 26. BB. (227-3591) Romance, Romance. A collection of works by WCU art professor Robert Godfrey. Through September 19. Chelsea Gallery, UC. (227-7206) Finely Crafted. Through December. Woodworking hand tools and furniture. MHC. (227-7129) Working the Land. Through December 18. Display showing the importance of agriculture in North Carolina's past, present, and future. MHC. (227-7129) Migration of the Scotch-Irish People, (permanent exhibition). Information, illustrations, artifacts, and murals. MHC. (227-7129) Sunday, September 23 Lady Catamount soccer— vs. The Citadel, Southern Conference game, 1 p.m., SSF. (227-7338) New Site Offers Training Information The new Web site for faculty and staff training is now operational. Faculty and staff can use the site to register for courses, view the training calendar, contact the training staff, or find out about the various training programs offered by Human Resources: • Training Tuesdays Professional Development • Training Tuesdays Informational Topics • Managment and Supervi­sory Essentials (MASE) • Special Training Events • CatLinks • Computer Training To access the site, go to www.wcu.edu/hr/training or from the WCU Web site click on the faculty/staff link, then click on Office of Human Resources, then on the training and development link. Key: $ - Admission fee; HA - Hoey Aud itorium; HFR - H.F. Robinson Administration Build ing; HS/CF - Hennon Stadium/Childress Field; M

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  • applying knowledge map for junior Construction Engineer
    International Symposium on Robotics, 2006
    Co-Authors: Meng Hsueh Lee, Ping H Tserng
    Abstract:

    It is important that how to improve junior Engineers efficiently acquire Construction project’s experience. For junior employee’s training, how to effectively reuse the tacit knowledge through information technology becomes an important subject in Construction. If the knowledge map could be applied in Construction, it would achieve the following spots: (1) enhance the knowledge search efficiency for junior Engineer, (2) improve the knowledge reuse in Construction, reduce the barrier when Construction enterprises implement electronic business, and (3) feed back the experience for developing Construction knowledge management system. In order to apply knowledge map in this study, the research will utilize the junior Engineer demand with expert interview method, and use the IDEF0 (Integration Definition Function Modeling) methodology to analysis the key factors when junior Engineer reuse Construction knowledge. Finally, the research will combine the knowledge classification structure, the related documents in Construction process, the related websites in internet environment, and knowledge management system to build the individual knowledge map application process for junior Engineer.