Zoning boards -- Connecticut; Zoning law -- Connecticut
Introduction The Zoning Boards of Appeals and the granting of variances are a integral part of the zoning system. However ZBA's and their functions are probably one of the most, if not the most misunderstood and abused aspect of the zoning system....
Concern about youth access to tobacco products has prompted a number of communities to initiate actions to limit such access. The present study examines the relationship between the level of community mobilization and local "buy rates" through the...
Water quality--Connecticut--Eightmile River (New London County and Middlesex County); Eightmile River (New London County and Middlesex County, Conn.)
"Submited in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Masters of Arts in Biology."; Thesis advisor: Clayton Penniman.; M.A.,Central Connecticut State University,,2012.; Includes bibliographical references (pages 63-64).
Liability has become an increasing concern to police officers. This study extended existing research by expanding the definition of liability to include internal discipline, criminal arrests, in addition to civil lawsuits against police officers. ...
Tick-borne diseases have become a principal public health concern in the United States due to the tremendous increase in human contact with deer. This concern has been reflected in Connecticut as well in recent years. With changing demographic...
Teacher stress and burnout have emerged over the past 20 years as a serious concern for teachers, students and parents. This study tested the hypothesis that teachers who participate in aerobic exercise and have increased parent involvement in...
Service learning -- United States; AmeriCorps (U.S.)
In the recent past there has been a growing concern for the decline in civic and political attitudes long associated with a spirit of citizenship in America (Keeter, Zukin, Andolina, & Jenkins, 2002; Putnam, 2000). A review of the literature...
For considerable time, there has been growing concern about work stress and its impact on radiographers and other healthcare professionals. At the same time, studies have recognized that some personal traits may prevent work-related tension from...
Product non-conformances which is one aspect of manufacturing that for the most part is ignored by researchers, analyst and media at large, has a significant effect on the cost of production. This research focuses on the processes and practices...
Puerto Rico -- Poetry; Puerto Rico -- Relations -- United States; United States -- Relations -- Puerto Rico
This thesis represents a thorough and comprehensive study of Puerto Rico political, economic and social circumstances from the perspectives of poet's generations during over two hundred years of colonial history. Over the last one hundred years...
The literature on cross cultural comparisions of alcohol use suggests that among Poles an internalized responsibility for others and internalized hopelessness may correlate with a high degree of alcohol abuse. The purpose of this study was to...
This study examines the communication styles and practices between
the handicapped and non-handicapped communities in contemporary society.
It depicts the processes or lack of communication processes which contribute to
the present conditions.
The...
"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Biomolecular Sciences."; Thesis advisor: Cheryl Watson.; M.A.,Central Connecticut State University,,2012.; Includes bibliographical references (leave 42).
Parks for dogs--Environmental aspects--Connecticut--Pomperaug River.; Water quality--Connecticut--Pomperaug River.
"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Biology."; Thesis advisor: Clayton Penniman.; M.A.,Central Connecticut State University,,2012.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 57-61).
The human race is constantly under barrage from uncontrollable forces that never cease. Occasionally, the barrage is notably violent, causing extreme damage, destruction, death, injury, disruption of local and national economies, and changes that...
Narration (Rhetoric) -- Study and teaching (Primary)
The concept of using writing frames for writing instruction has been a popular concern in the area of education. Writing is considered one of the most difficult academic subjects for children because it requires transformation of the spoken words...
The story of the Golden Fleece is one of the oldest stories in Europe. The episode
of Jason and Medea, their passionate love transformed into fierce hate and destructive
desire of vengeance has been a theme of many literary, cinematographic and...
Massage therapy; Touch -- Psychological aspects; Puerto Ricans -- Mental health services -- Connecticut -- Hartford
Research suggests that therapeutic touch can be a facilitator of positive health outcomes among high-risk and vulnerable populations. Minority groups appear to be especially vulnerable. One such population would include Hispanics, many of whom ...
Lobster fisheries -- Law and legislation -- Maine; Lobster fisheries -- Law and legislation -- Maine -- Harpswell Center
Since 1995, the Northeast lobstermen have been more regulated and managed than at any other point in the history of their industry. The lobster fishing industry has been a staple industry in the Northeast United States for over 200 years. From...
Many Americans engage in counterproductive work behaviors, i.e., actions by the employee which may undermine the legitimate interests of the organization. On a national scale these behaviors lead to millions of dollars in lost productivity. ...
