135: Who should shoulder the cost of bank bailouts?
INSEAD professor of finance Theo Vermaelen makes a case for his own version of convertible capital as the panacea to government bailouts when banks fail.
Faculty Advising Session: Litigation
Faculty Advising Session: Litigation
Teaching and Professional Fellowship Report 2007-2008 :
Make the Numbers Count, Improving studentsl
Feedback on Library and Learning Resources (LLR) services and support at
the University of the Arts London (UAL) is received from a very extensive
range of sources. However, although a considerable quantity of information is
available for analysis, it remains very difficult for LLR staff to extract
meaningful data from these numerous sources, which can reveal, in depth,
the true, individual student experience of LLR services.
LLR is aware that there is a lot that is not known, or is not be
Investigation of the composition of linear alkylbenzenes with emphasis on the identification and qua
Linear alkylbenzenes, LAB, formed by the Alel3 or HF catalyzed alkylation of
benzene are common raw materials for surfactant manufacture. Normally they are
sulphonated using S03 or oleum to give the corresponding linear alkylbenzene sulphonates
In >95 % yield.
As concern has grown about the environmental impact of surfactants,' questions have
been raised about the trace levels of unreacted raw materials, linear alkylbenzenes and minor
impurities present in them. With the advent of modem analytic
Deviance of syntax in oral languages and oral reading behavior
The major hypothesis of this paper is that any deviance
in syntax present in oral language will be evident in oral
r eading behaviour. Using Lee and Canter's Developmental
i 1
Sentence Scoring technique (1971) and Y. Goodman and Burke's Reading
Miscue Inventory (1972) linguistic competence was established
in t hree male children. ages 10 to 11. patterns of strengths
and weaknesses in reading were determined. and the relationships
t hat were established, were examined. Results of the study
i ndic
A Study of role conflict, role ambiguity, locus of control, job satisfaction and participation in de
This study was an investigation of individual and
organizational factors, as perceived by front-line vocational
service workers from Adult Rehabilitation Centres (ARC
Industries) for mentally retarded adults. The specific
variables which were measured included role conflict/role
ambiguity (role factors), internal/external locus of
control (individual differences), job satisfaction with
work and supervision (job attitudes) and participation
in deci~ion making (organizational factor). The explorat
Guide to the Records of the Kingsley Association, 1894-1980
The Kingsley Association was formed in 1893 by George Hodges as a Pittsburgh settlement house. The collection includes: administrative and annual reports, books, brochures, budget information, case studies, clippings, correspondence, directories, minutes, photos and surveys spanning intermittent years from 1894-1980.
Guide to the Records of the Civic Club of Allegheny County, 1896-1967
The mission of The Civic Club of Allegheny County has been "to promote by education and organized non-partisan effort a higher public spirit and better social order." This collection contains Civic Club by-laws and constitution; minutes of annual, board of directors, and committee meetings; records documenting The Civic Clubs's legislative campaigns and social services; and voter directories for general and primary elections between 1930 and 1973.
Records of the Neighborhood Centers Association, Pittsburgh, 1890-1954
The Neighborhood Centers Association, established in 1895 and incorporated in 1912, provided neighborhood centered services on the North Side in an effort to promote, encourage, and provide a means for individual and cooperative activities among residents of neighborhoods. The collection includes correspondence, minutes of the board of directors, records on Camp Bonsall, reports, settlement books and miscellaneous unpublished social studies and statistics.
Guide to the Papers of the McCabe Family, 1776-1945
The McCabe family came to the United States from Tyrone County, Ireland, prior to the Revolutionary War. After the war the family slowly migrated from central to western Pennsylvania where they became prominent members of the Middletown (Coraopolis) and Monessen communities. This collection includes biographical data, family photos, genealogical charts, deeds to the Big Spring tract in Bedford County, Pa, and scrapbooks outlining the history of Monessen, Pa.
Guide to the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company Contracts, Pittsburgh, PA., Collection
Business records of Westinghouse Electric Manufacturing Company, East Pittsburgh, Pa., 1892-1901. Collection documents acquisitions of machinery and technology such as cranes, presses, drills, and pumps. Records include blueprints, photographs, carbon copies of telegrams, signed forms, memorandums, and correspondence.
BADM 646-01, Financial Accounting, Fall 2006
This course addresses various topics in advanced accounting. Accounting for investments including fair value, equity and consolidation of financial statements is covered in depth. Bankruptcy and partnership accounting issues are reviewed. Foreign currency transactions and translation are examined. Emerging issues related to the accounting profession are discussed as an integral part of the course.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instruct
RUSN 301-01, Advanced Russian, Fall 2006
The course is aimed at acquiring an active vocabulary in practical everyday topics and developing a familiarity with various aspects of Russian culture. Students should expect considerable homework assignments, regular compositions, and class discussions. I will also require that students participate in the Russian table which will meet every Monday from 4:30 to 6 pm. You are not obligated to be there for the entire time, just join us at any point during the allotted time and for as long as you
GERM 301-01, Readings Advanced German, Fall 2006
German 301 is designed to review and expand your knowledge of German language structure – grammar and syntax – and to extend your comprehension and communicative abilities in the language. Specifically, the course will target reading comprehension and the ability to discuss written material thoughtfully. Culturally, this class will focus on German identities in the post-WWII period.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
CHEM 211-L1, Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Fall 2006
This semester, laboratory students will investigate the world of organic chemistry while learning various reactions and a wide range of laboratory techniques and instruments.,This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
BIOL 315-01, Ecology Laboratory Field Schedule, Fall 2007
This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.
BIOL 315-01, Ecology Lecture, Fall 2007
This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.
BIOL 141-01, Biology II, Laboratory, Spring 2005
This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
BIOL 140-01, Biology II, Spring 2005
This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
BIOL 315-01, Ecology, Fall 2004
This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor.
