Wide-field reflective scanning optical systems

Catoptric optical scanning system provides relatively fast line-scan rate for two-dimensional coverage. Rapid scan rates require low focal ratios between components and smallest possible masses. System is relatively free from monochromatic defects and chromatic aberrations

Shakespeare & School Counseling

Dr. Abel addresses the use of Shakespeare in school counseling settings. Methods include bibliotherapy and applying Shakespeare to the Hunter Method

The Performance of the Buffalo Economy Since the Great Recession

In August 2017, The Worker Institute convened high level leaders over the course of two days, around a discussion of Buffalo, NY Since the Great Recession. With presentations, panels, and a visit to the UAW Local 774, participants gained a deeper understanding of the economic restructuring that followed the Great Recession and where this large metropolitan area stands today. Here, you will find links to the resources that were presented during this two day convening

Experiences with the design and implementation of flutter suppression systems

Research efforts aim at flutter suppression are discussed. The application of active controls technology to reduce the aeroelastic response of aircraft structures is discussed. Feedback control, control law design processes and synthesis, wind tunnel studies, and delta-wing wind tunnel models are discussed

Innovative School Counseling Approaches to Improving College and Career Readiness

School counselors are at the forefront of efforts to improve the college readiness of K-12 students. It is clear that many roadblocks exist with regard to college readiness and adequate access to college counseling. Many public schools serving minority, first-generation, low-income students have school counselors with large caseloads and numerous non-counseling duties leaving them with little time to spend on college counseling (Clinedinst, Koranteng, & Nicola, 2015). This exploratory study aimed to review promising practices that target college and career readiness for students. A deeper investigation was conducted at an urban school serving underrepresented students which revealed an innovative five-year, comprehensive, relationship-driven school counseling model that promotes equity, fosters social and emotional growth, and supports students and families through college readiness, enrollment, and degree attainment leading to a potential new framework for schools to consider

SLO\u27s and School Counseling: A Perfect Fit

Dr. Brandie Oliver and Dr. Nick Abel address student learning outcomes for school counselors in the March 2015 issue of IndianaGram

Hints For Hiring School Counselors: How Can School Counselors Have A Positive Effect On Student Outcomes?

Dr. Oliver and Dr. Abel take a look at the role of school counselors and the positive impact they can have on student outcomes

Hints For Hiring School Counselors: Using Your New School Counselor Effectively

In this column, Dr. Oliver and Dr. Abel provide helpful hints and recommendations on school counseling