Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Review Method: Peer Reviewed
Abstract: his paper uses insights from resource dependence and contingencies theories to analyze the revitalization efforts of the Communications Workers of America's (CWA). Our analysis uncovers that the CWA is effectively using an integration strategy - one that integrates union strategies across collective bargaining, political action, and organizing activities. The union's revitalization combines traditional repertoires with new capabilities to produce more sophisticated approaches in all three domains of activity. For example, the CWA's traditional top-down approach to organizing has been supplemented through the involvement of grassroots campaigns staffed by mobilized members.

Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: A century ago, terrorism was most often grounded in secular ideology -- anarchism, communism, nationalism or the like. And, the tactic of choice was the assassination of a highly visible political leader. In recent years the world has witnessed the emergence of a unique and innovative form of political violence. In stark contrast to the older form, scholars have identified a ?new terrorism? grounded largely in non-secular ideology; more specifically, an ideology of sacred proportions that traces its roots to traditional culture and fundamental religious beliefs rather than secular ideas.This ?new terrorism? differs in both ideology and scope, when compared to politically violent movements of a century ago. Al-Qaeda exemplifies this new paradigm largely on the basis of its millenarian character. This paper asserts that al-Qaeda?s legitimacy among radical Islamists rests on four distinct characteristics that, taken together, form a model of the ?new terrorism:? (1) the belief in an idealized future, (2) perceptions of a serious and pervasive threat ? one so dangerous that it imperils the very survival of the community, (3) the availability of a potential deliverer or savior, and (4) a search for community renewal or revitalization. Such a model provides a framework for the analysis.

Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: This paper looks at housing quality and other data to assess effects of comprehensive neighborhood initiatives in Phoenix, AZ.

Publication Type: Presentation Proposal
Abstract: TreeKeepers Kids, established in 1998, is a K-12 curriculum used to successfully teach over 5,000 Detroit schoolchildren how to care Detroit’s urban forest. In the program students learn to create, foster and use an outdoor classroom to strengthen their knowledge of the environment.

Publication Type: Traditional Presentation
Abstract: The Greening of Detroit’s school based program, TreeKeepers Kids is a service learning environmental education program where students learn to create, foster and use an outdoor classroom to strengthen their knowledge of and stewardship to the environment.