Catherine L. Riley and Patty Ann Bogue
– The purpose of this study is to examine commemorative spaces on college campuses as in/effective means of enhancing the collegiate communities’ wealth of diversity.
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to examine commemorative spaces on college campuses as in/effective means of enhancing the collegiate communities’ wealth of diversity.
Design/methodology/approach
This research is rooted in both rhetorical communication and higher education theories to maximize our study’s ability to identify potential problems and opportunities for improvement. Upon reviewing the higher education trend of creating commemorative spaces to preserve, educate and celebrate the rich history of minority groups, a case study is provided through which the authors caution about the spaces’ potential relational and rhetorical problems.
Findings
This case study reveals that the context and visual rhetoric of a commemorative space is related to its perceived message (whether intended or unintended) and utility in enhancing campus diversity.
Originality/value
Explanations and suggestions regarding openings for future understanding, progress and collaboration among institutions of higher education and within their student body communities are provided.
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The new authorities created by this Act, probably the most important local government measure of the century, will be voted into existence during 1973 and commence functioning on…
Abstract
The new authorities created by this Act, probably the most important local government measure of the century, will be voted into existence during 1973 and commence functioning on 1st April 1974. Their responsibilities and the problems facing them are in many ways quite different and of greater complexity than those with which existing councils have had to cope. In its passage through the Lords, a number of amendments were made to the Act, but in the main, it is a scheme of reorganization originally produced after years of discussion and long sessions in the Commons. Local government reorganization in Scotland takes place one year later and for Northern Ireland, we must continue to wait and pray for a return of sanity.