Volume 13, Number 5 - February 1933

Volume 13, Number 5 – February 1933. 23 pages including covers and advertisements. Calendar for February Who\u27s Who Herein Kaylor, William F. Longing - A Story Brennan, Joseph T. Bryon En Route to Rome? LaCroix, John L. The Paradox of Byron The Essayists Still More Melange Editorials Higgins, Daniel J. Merely Players Sea Chill - From The New Yorker Song of a Transient February Murray, Jr., Herbert J. Calvin Coolidge Shunney, Walter J. When News Isn\u27t News - A Story Lyons, Edward C. Alumni Notes Haylon, William D. Checkerboard Skenyon, Francis J. & Tebbetts, George R. Athletic

Cao Jinqing, China Along the Yellow River: Reflections on Rural Society

This book is a partial translation of a Chinese best-seller published in September 2000. It was one of the first in a series of books on rural China. They were very successful, and rightly so (one of the last being the famous Report on the Chinese Peasants by Chen Guili and Chun Tao). Unlike that report, and more journalistic in tone, the study by Cao Jinqing, who is a sociologist and university professor in Shanghai, takes the form of a simple travel journal. He notes day by day, even hour b..

Cao Jinqing, China Along the Yellow River: Reflections on Rural Society

This book is a partial translation of a Chinese best-seller published in September 2000. It was one of the first in a series of books on rural China. They were very successful, and rightly so (one of the last being the famous Report on the Chinese Peasants by Chen Guili and Chun Tao). Unlike that report, and more journalistic in tone, the study by Cao Jinqing, who is a sociologist and university professor in Shanghai, takes the form of a simple travel journal. He notes day by day, even hour b..

Challenges and Motivations of Science Communication: An Administrative Perspective at Land-Grant Universities

Interdisciplinary agricultural research centers are becoming more common at land-grant universities. These centers often use an interdisciplinary approach to address complex science issues. As these centers address agricultural issues that impact society, effective science communication is a necessary activity. However, these centers may face unique barriers or opportunities. This study utilized a qualitative approach to identify the barriers and motivations of interdisciplinary agricultural center directors when communicating about science. Participants identified common science communication challenges, such as time and lack of funding. Funding was also identified as a motivation, as well as factors related to the tenure and promotion process. Recommendations from this work include evaluating the public relations and the effectiveness of science communication from these centers. Future research should also examine the financial structure of interdisciplinary centers to better inform best practices

The role of the Maltese Public Accounts Committee in public finance

The objectives of this paper are to ascertain and assess the role of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) in Maltese public finance, analyzing its operational effectiveness and the barriers to it, and assessing its relationships with major stakeholders. The research methodology involves the conduct of nineteen semi-structured interviews, attendance to one PAC sitting, a review of applicable PAC transcripts, and an examination of relevant legislative pieces governing the PAC. The study finds that PAC is fulfilling a wide proportion of its remit, recently exercising an improved role. However, the reoccurrence of errors and weaknesses within the public sector highlights the need for the Committee to investigate further areas falling within its scope, thus acting as a deterrent to the misuse of public funds. Additionally, improvements in the PAC’s operational effectiveness are called for, particularly with regard to its structure and member composition, as well as its communication of end results and follow-ups. The appointment and participation of technical expertise in PAC meetings, and the widening of the PAC’s mandate to incorporate broader topics would also be conducive to enhanced effectiveness. In addition, while the Committee’s relationships with its major stakeholders are deemed positive, it is evident that there is still room for improvement. The PAC is instrumental in the conduct of effective financial scrutiny and oversight, which in turn enhances its contribution to the proper management of Maltese public finances. Yet, achieving a strong impact may be restricted by the existence of barriers that are impeding the Committee’s operational effectiveness. While the surmounting of such obstacles becomes highly relevant for the PAC to retain its watchdog function, the maintenance of effective relationships with its main stakeholders is also necessary if it is to make the most of such links. It is hoped that this paper contributes to +further progress in the PAC’s operations and in the public sector’s use of public resources.peer-reviewe

TRAINING NEEDS ANALYSIS OF FILIPINO COMMUNTIY OFFICIALS: EVIDENCE FROM UNIVERSITY EXTENSION PROJECT

As the basic political unit in the Philippines, barangays are expected to exercise their power and authority in managing the interactions of the community members. This includes their knowledge, skills, and competencies to exercise their oath of office, without compromising the needs of the constituents as a public trust. This research aims to measure the knowledge of the barangay officials in their duties, not limited to the mandated roles, the research also tackled the extent of their orientation to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and lifelong learning as these emphasize the prevalent concerns present in countries, identified by intergovernmental organizations. Governance, including procedures, technicalities, and duties, plays a vital role in the harnessing the assets present in the localities towards participatory and societal development. Capacity-building, through offering a certificate program was seen as an aid to empower the barangay leaders to realize their role as catalysts of change in their barangays