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Becoming A New Creation: Principles for Liturgy
Paper presented at Canadian Theological Society, June 1997
Asymptotic distribution of least square estimators for linear models with dependent errors
In this paper, we consider the usual linear regression model in the case
where the error process is assumed strictly stationary. We use a result from
Hannan (1973), who proved a Central Limit Theorem for the usual least square
estimator under general conditions on the design and on the error process.
Whatever the design satisfying Hannan's conditions, we define an estimator of
the covariance matrix and we prove its consistency under very mild conditions.
As an application, we show how to modify the usual tests on the linear model in
this dependent context, in such a way that the type-I error rate remains
asymptotically correct, and we illustrate the performance of this procedure
through different sets of simulations.Comment: 18 pages, 2 figure
Logarithmic-function generator
Solid-state logarithmic-function generator is compact and provides improved accuracy. Generator includes a stable multivibrator feeding into RC circuit. Resulting exponentially decaying voltage is compared with input signal. Generator output is proportional to time required for exponential voltage to decay from preset reference level to level of input signal
The educated citizen and global public health issues: One model for integration into the undergraduate curriculum
The Educated Citizen Initiative proposes that an understanding of public-health issues is a core component of an educated citizenry and is essential to develop one’s societal responsibility. This initiative supports the Institute of Medicine’s recommendation that “all undergraduates should have access to education in public health.” Furthermore, the Liberal Education and America’s Promise (LEAP) framework developed by the Association of American Colleges and Universities supports the “integration of public-health education into general and liberal education with an aim to produce an educated citizenry.” The LEAP framework is implemented by teaching about the role of social determinants in a population’s health status; the significance of personal and social responsibility; and providing skills for inquiry, critical thinking, problem solving, and evaluation. This article describes one university’s experience in generating an educated citizenry cognizant of comprehensive public-health conflicts, thus contributing to both a local and global perspective on learning
Departmental Leadership: Navigating Productive Tension While in a Paradoxical Role
The landscape of higher education is dynamic and calls for faculty and academic administrators to not only prepare those entering the workforce with current skills, knowledge, and values but to do so in an environment that is resourceful with the tools, and personnel necessary to educate the citizenry. A critical component in achieving this noble mission is the role of the Department Chair, who spans both the academic and administrative environments. The Department Chair, whether at a public or private institution must serve multiple masters which include, senior academic administrators, departmental faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, community partners, and donors. The challenges that arise while in this role are many, for example, budgetary, personnel, and academic program accreditation/certification. Successes also do occur as evidenced by enrollment and graduation rates, and sincere appreciation from those we have taught. The Department Chair role is essential and deserves to possess the authority necessary to make decisions that are in the best interest of students, faculty, and the academic programs offered. The purpose of this perspective is to offer recommendations, grounded in experience, that may assist the Department Chair in navigating productive tension that can arise while working in this role that is often paradoxical at times
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