Browsing Dissertations and Theses by Title
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A Study to Determine the Level of Awareness of Microlending as Missions by Weekly Congregants in a Variety of Church Affiliations
Northwest University, June 2006
ii, 38 pagesThis research study determines the level of awareness of microlending as missions by weekly congregants in a variety of Church affiliations. The problem addressed was that of worldwide poverty and its affect on the lives ... -
A Study to Determine the Need for Aesthetic Enhancement to Grab Bars
Northwest University, April 18, 2006
ii, 27 pagesThis research discovers if there is or will be a need for either new designs or just a better looking grab bar for the aging consumer. Grab bars are safety devices used to support the weight of a person with limited strength ... -
A Study to Determine the Scope of Educational Study Tours of Asia by Washington State Colleges and Universities as a Model for Northwest University School of Business
Northwest University, April 15, 2006
29 pagesNorthwest University School of Business planned to travel to Asia in May of 2006. This would have been the first tour which Northwest University has taken to Asia. In order to provide a high quality educational experience ... -
A study to determine whether the 2005 Boeing Machinist (IAM) Strike was justified, in light of world economic realities as perceived by the members of Boeing's Product Acceptance Planning (PAP) Group
Northwest University, Fall 2005
ii, 52 pagesThe purpose of this study was to determine whether the 2005 Boeing Machinist (IAM) Strike was justified, in light of world economic realities as perceived by the member of the Boeing Product Acceptance Planning (PAP) Group. ... -
A Study to Identify and Exploit Mutual Frustrations Among Seattle Area Residential Builders Regarding Trade Contractor Relations
Northwest University, May 2006
ii, 52 pages, viiThis descriptive research document investigates the existence of common frustrations among Seattle area residential builders regarding trade contractor relations. The study opens with an extensive exploration of what the ... -
Successful Investment Principals for the Modern Market, Determined Through the Analysis of Expert Investors and the Expectations of the Common Investor
Northwest University, Fall 2005
ii, 52 pagesAn extensive literature review was conducted reviewing the investment principles of three stock market experts and two current advisors, as well as adverse market conditions impacting today’s investment world. Informal ... -
Summer Programming and Development of Self-Concept for Youth in Transitional Housing
Northwest University, 2018
46 pagesResearch that demonstrates the effectiveness of out-of-school time (OST) programs for at-risk youth is discussed. Participants in OST programs have demonstrated emotional, social and academic benefits as well as risk ... -
Supporting Sponsors of Short-Term Missions: a Sponsor Handbook
Northwest University, April 23, 2022
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Teachers’ Influence in Student Learning in Middle School
Northwest University, July 2010
iv, 23 pagesToday’s generation of students are dealing with a complexity during school. They are so accustomed to receiving instant results, multitasking and constant entertainment that I fear there may be a gap between their ideal ... -
Temperament and Prediction of Dropout From Eating Disorder Treatment at Eating Recovery Center of Washington Partial Hospitalization Program
Northwest University, 2016
108 pagesThis study explores the possibility of temperament and character predicting dropout from partial hospitalization program (PHP) eating disorder treatment at Eating Recovery Center of Washington (ERCWA) in Bellevue, Washington. ... -
Ten Talents: the Role of Church-Based Programs in the Microfinance Industry
Northwest College, December 15, 2009
38 pagesThis article provides the rational for Christian microfinance as a development strategy that works with the inherent capabilities of the poor and their communities instead of facilitating unhealthy dependency. Microfinance ... -
Textbook Reading to Improve Secondary Mathematics Comprehension
Northwest University, July 2009
iv, 23 pagesA strong mathematics education is vital to our society. However, many students are turned off by mathematics, a problems that needs to be addressed. I have performed a simple quantitative experiment requiring students to ... -
Theater Works: Why Public Theater Education is Important
Northwest University, Spring 2013
81 pagesTheater education offers many benefits for students, academically and socially. Participants in theater receive a unique and well-rounded educational experience. Despite this fact, public education has greatly limited ... -
Thesis for the Master of Arts in International Community Development
Northwest University, March 23, 2023
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The Thought Process in Planning for the Adult Lives of Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Northwest University, 2022
118 pagesThe current study examined the lived experiences of six participants raising adolescent children with autism spectrum disorder. Using the phenomenological framework, the researcher explored the thought process involved in ... -
Top Factors Contributing to Turnover Rates in the Pacific Northwest Youth Pastorates
Northwest University, May 3, 2022
25 pagesThis thesis deduces the top three factors affecting turnover rates in the Pacific Northwest. The role of the youth pastor has only come about within the last century. With this information, it is understandable why job ... -
Toward Holistic Teen Health (in the Local Church)
Northwest University, April 4, 2022
58 pages -
Toward Self-Sufficiency: Improving Agriculture and Elevating Possibilities Among Rural Households in Uganda
Northwest University, April 2018
82 pages -
Towards a Contextualized Understanding of Community Wellbeing
Northwest University, April 26, 2018
51 pages -
Transformational Tourism: Contributor to a Needed Just and Sustainable World
Northwest University, April 24, 2016
63 pages