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[pt] Esta tese traz para o debate um estudo sobre a inserção de um território universitário no espaço que ocupa, através da dimensão extensionista do ensino superior. Para tanto, buscamos analisar as práticas originadas no Campus da Praia Vermelha da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), situado na zona sul da cidade do Rio de Janeiro, para compreender a relação entre a universidade e as comunidades vicinais deste seu Campus. No desenvolvimento do estudo de cunho qualitativo, com base na pesquisa bibliográfica e documental, discutimos a conformação do território universitário considerando as abordagens presentes nos debates da arquitetura e urbanismo, e alguns aspectos históricos da formação deste Campus; já do que foi construído, onde o Campus está inserido compreende-se um desenho urbano-social, dado pelas características e contradições dos bairros que o circundam, e examinamos as ações de sua Extensão sob a perspectiva dos territórios e lugares para os quais foram dirigidas tais atividades, procurando elaborar sobre a relação território-extensão universitária nesta dimensão teórica. O trabalho destaca as atividades acadêmicas realizadas entre os anos de 1999 e 2009, quando tiveram início os Congressos de Extensão da UFRJ, cujos Anais foram as principais fontes documentais da pesquisa. No exame das ações, optamos pela identificação e organização das áreas temáticas por cada edição dos eventos, cotejando cada texto-resumo constante nos Anais, segundo os objetos e objetivos das ações; formas de operacionalizar (modalidades); públicos e respectivos territórios; objetivos da comunicação; relações com o Campus da Praia Vermelha (além da vinculação) e com as problemáticas a sua volta; e parcerias institucionais, sendo que tais experiências estão contextualizadas pelas formulações da política de Extensão no ensino superior e pelos seus desdobramentos na UFRJ. No conjunto dos resultados, evidenciaram-se problemáticas sociais de várias naturezas que podem ser constituídas como demandantes das ações, assim como emergiram os desafios da interdisciplinaridade na formação universitária e da qualidade na manutenção da Extensão – como parte do tripé da formação superior. Em relação ao problema central, as atividades não abarcaram, prioritariamente, demandas do território destacado, pois estiveram voltadas a diversos outros com ênfase aos públicos de lugares próximos à Cidade Universitária (UFRJ), na Ilha do Fundão, e à Baixada Fluminense, no Grande Rio. / [en] This thesis brings to the debate a study on the insertion of a university territory in the space it occupies, through the extensionist dimension of higher education. We seek to analyze the practices originating at the Praia Vermelha Campus of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), located in the south zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, to understand the relationship between the university and the neighboring communities of this Campus. In its qualitative development, based on bibliographic and documentary research we discuss the formation of the university territory considering the approaches present in architecture and urbanism debates, and some historical aspects of the formation of this Campus; the built territory where the Campus is located is understood by an urban-social design, given by the characteristics and contradictions of the neighborhoodssurrounding it, and we examine the extension actions of this Campus from the perspective of the territories and places for whom these activities were directed, we seek to elaborate on the relationship between territory and university extension in this theoretical dimension. The work highlights the academic activities carried out between 1999 and 2009, when the UFRJ Extension Congresses began, whose Annals were the main documentary sources of the research. When examining the actions, we chose to identify and organize the thematic areas for each edition of the events, comparing each summary text contained in the Annals, according to the objects and objectives of the actions; ways of operationalise (modalities); public and respective territories; communication objectives; relations with the Praia Vermelha Campus (in addition to the connection) and the issues surrounding it; and institutional partnerships, and such experiences are contextualized by the formulations of the Extension policy in higher education and by its developments at UFRJ. In the set of results, social problems of various natures were evident, which can be constituted as demands for actions; just as the challenges of interdisciplinarity in university training and quality in the maintenance of Extension emerged, as part of the tripod of higher education. In relation to the central problem, the activities did not primarily cover demands from the highlighted territory, as they were focused on several others, with an emphasis on audiences in places close to Cidade Universitária (UFRJ), on Ilha do Fundão, and Baixada Fluminense, in Grande Rio.

The objectives of the study are to explore the effectiveness of the ABC HIV prevention strategy in South Africa with the purpose of establishing problem areas of the ABC HIV prevention strategy in South Africa. A systematic review design was followed. Electronic databases; Google scholar, Medline and PubMed were searched using broad combination of keywords to obtain all relevant articles. Studies written in English, published between 2000 and 2010, were selected if they met the inclusion criteria. In order to be included the study had to discuss the ABC HIV prevention strategy with the focus on effectiveness of the strategy. The Critical appraisal instrument for qualitative research studies (CASP, 2006) and Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative studies (Effective Public Health Practice Project, 2005) were used to critically appraise the 9 studies that met the inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis was used for the analysis process. The findings regarding each objective were combined in a summary of findings. The findings revealed that the South African population engages in sexual activities at an early age. Males and females have concurrent sexual partnerships, which mean they are not faithful to their primary sexual partners and lastly, women are unable to use or negotiate condom use. Identified problem areas of the ABC HIV prevention strategy in South Africa were that the age gap between sexual partners is a problem as women cannot negotiate condom use with their seniors. The notion of love and romance that influences the use of condoms, has a negative impact whereby condom use is unacceptable in a long term relationship, irrespective of the level of faithfulness. Low socio-economic status of women that makes women to be dependent on men and also prone to engage in transactional sex. Lastly, local norms about sexuality that men subscribe to, to prove masculinity. / Thesis (M.Cur) North-West University, Mafikeng Campus, 2011

This mini-dissertation deals with the market demand for campus recreation at the North-West University’s (NWU) Potchefstroom Campus. The market demand refers to the proposed needs for recreation activities on-campus among fulltime undergraduate students studying at the Potchefstroom Campus. For the purpose of the study, undergraduate students (n = 327) were requested to complete a questionnaire containing questions related to reasons for recreational sport participation and constraints hindering participation, as identified by literature. The study was undertaken by using historic, fulltime first- to third-year students studying at the Potchefstroom Campus of the NWU. Participants consisted of a diverse group residing both on-campus and off-campus and also from different faculties, with the exclusion of the Faculties of Law and Theology. Data collected by means of questionnaires was organised and analysed by the Statistical Consultation Services of the NWU (Potchefstroom Campus). Descriptive statistics were used to determine frequencies. It was found that the majority of students participate in the seven major sport codes of the university, and in particular hockey and soccer, followed by tennis and athletics. Even though participation figures for rugby are lower than those for the other seven major sport codes, the participation frequencies by the students are the highest of the major sport codes. The highest additional sport codes that students participated in are cycling, squash, golf, swimming and table tennis. The additional sport codes are predominantly participated in either through hostel teams or with private clubs. It was found that there are five main reasons why students participate in recreational sport, namely for the purpose of challenge and enjoyment, for recognition and achievement, to socialise, for health and physical wellness and to relieve stress. From the mean scores, it appears that the students’ primary reasons for participating in recreational sports are recognition and achievement and to a lesser degree for health and wellness. The study found participation constraints, namely lack of knowledge, lack of interest, individual psychological aspects and accessibility or financial constraints. The constraint experienced most by the students, according to the mean scores, is lack of knowledge about recreational sport. Regarding the students’ recreational sport needs, hockey was mentioned the most, followed by netball, cycling, swimming, tennis and squash. Students prefer to participate in the above mentioned recreational sport activities with hostel teams, whereas very few students prefer to participate on their own. The first recommendation would be to include student development, health and wellness as key components in the current vision of NWU sport. It is also recommended that the NWU revise the information obtained from the Marketing Department regarding the recruitment of future students. Valuable knowledge could be obtained regarding which sports the students were exposed to during their school years and to adjust the additional sport codes accordingly. The third recommendation is the introduction of leisure education during the orientation programme for first-year students. Leisure education will provide the students with the skills to prepare for future events peculiar to campus life. Fourthly it is recommended that, due to the increase in demand for multi-gender sport, the university shall focus on marketing and public awareness of sports such as women’s cricket and rugby for women. The last recommendation refers to the need for more information regarding the management of facilities and grounds. The implementation of a web-based system could increase productivity and may decrease the pressure placed on the utilisation of facilities and grounds. / MBA, North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2014

Master of Landscape Architecture / Department of Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning / William P. Winslow III / The American campus is a distinct place. Harboring collegial values much different from American social-scapes, urban campuses are insular places of outward-minded activism. The University of Pennsylvania is breaking down these perceived barriers that separate its campus from the city; attempting to reconnect with adjacent neighborhoods, civic institutions and the greater Philadelphia-area. Dynamism at Palestra Green seeks to establish this connection along the most important pedestrian corridor linking Penn to Center City Philadelphia. A proper connection requires extensive knowledge of Penn’s genius loci. By synthesizing an analysis of the historic DNA of Penn and its spaces, as well as regionalism and site-specific programming, the proper design of Palestra Green is achieved. Furthermore, the proposed site design is intended to provide flexible spaces for the accommodation of numerous programmatic functions located both on site and in adjacent campus buildings. Adapting to seasonal campus, event and civic programming while adhering to the aesthetic and underlying qualities of Penn creates a truly unique and dynamic destination. Through this robust design, Palestra Green connects to the whole of Penn, properly accommodates the range of uses and events taking place on site, and contributes to the extensive park network in Philadelphia. In addition, the implementation of multiple designed systems provides a diverse set of amenities contributing to the flexibility of use and sustainability at Palestra Green. Supporting these solutions is a project-specific conceptual framework driven by personal philosophy and experience. The conceptual structure is tuned to actively reconcile and resolve all site and program issues. In its final state, Dynamism at Palestra Green communicates the significance of all proposed components, discusses the space’s long-term value to the university and city and exhibits how the new Palestra Green positively contributes to the profession of landscape architecture.

Master of Landscape Architecture / Department of Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning / Stephanie A. Rolley / The challenges of the 21st Century will require a force of bright, innovative thinkers and leaders, researchers and scientists. Academic Institutions all across the world must prepare these future leaders. Creating physical spaces that manifest an institutions mission is critical. This study seeks to find a paradigm for the 21st Century campus; to create a more collegial, engaging, influential environment to study, research and learn. Each academic institution is guided by a mission that shapes curricula and informs scholarship. It is the campus environment that provides the physical space for study and shapes interactions between students and faculty and creates a meaningful community of learning. The goal of the project is to create spaces which encourage strong interaction, collaboration and the creation of ideas. The intersection and convergence of knowledge at Wellesley College exemplifies the dynamic campus of the 21st Century. The study will connect the campus community through the creation of vibrant, dynamic campus spaces along its waterfront, furthering the goals —engagement, collaboration and experience—while enhancing the immutable regionalism of Wellesley College. Convergence at Wellesley College aspires to create spaces which inspire, encourage and assist in the education of leaders who will confront the worlds greatest challenges.

Master of Landscape Architecture / Department of Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning / Lee R. Skabelund / Universities play a key role in the progression of society. With increased releases of carbon into the atmosphere and the effect of carbon dioxide and related pollutants on air quality and climate, it is critical that universities reduce their carbon footprints. Alternative landscape architectural designs and management techniques, such as rain gardens, constructed wetlands, restored prairies, and woodlands can be implemented to mitigate carbon outputs. Infrastructural landscapes‐called “green infrastructure” for their ability to meet essential human needs using natural processes ‐ sequester carbon at high rates, improve storm water runoff quality, and reduce runoff volumes. Establishment of native and other appropriate green space networks on university campuses can provide rich settings for education, research, and infrastructural services while also promoting carbon neutrality—achieving net zero carbon emissions by balancing carbon released to the atmosphere with an equivalent amount sequestered in vegetation or offset by investing in renewable energy sources. The large experiential landscapes associated with university campuses can operate simultaneously as alternative storm water and carbon mitigating landscapes. They likewise have the potential to restore critical ecological processes while reflecting many of the ecosystems associated with the eco‐region where each university resides. The educational aspect of universities will be enhanced through an interwoven landscape of green infrastructure networks and pedestrian corridors that engage and inform faculty, students, staff and visitors. Development of green infrastructure on university campuses can significantly reduce human impacts on the local environment. They can also increase environmental awareness and showcase responsible stewardship of the land and recourses. These landscapes have great potential to restore native ecosystems and/or historic landscapes habitats. In the right locations they can provide stable environments for various regionally important plant and animal species. Green infrastructure can also reduce short‐ and long‐term costs associated with creating, maintaining, and replacing traditional pipeto‐ pond storm water infrastructure. Increased carbon sequestered in infrastructural landscapes could likewise be a source of additional revenue for universities through the carbon trading market (assuming this market becomes active and remains productive in the U.S.), thus creating a return on investment in the overall green infrastructure system for a campus.