Leadership is different from management, but much of the confusion about leadership stems from equating the two. The differences between leadership, involvement, and management are discussed. Leaders have vision, power, are doers, embrace conflict, and meet the needs and wants of followers. (MLW)

Political skill is critical to the success of any leader, and the political dimension of leadership can no longer be omitted from students' training. An understanding of politics and the ability to use political strategy are critical dimensions of leadership. (MLW)

The data about women students in leadership positions are summarized, as well as information about gender differences in leadership. Suggestions for ways to use this information are provided. (MLW)

Background assumptions about leadership are challenged and ways of teaching leadership to college students are questioned. The emerging beliefs of leadership are that it will be practiced in a dynamic and constantly changing system. What may be important is the inner-development of values, ethics, world views, and beliefs of the potential leader.…

An interview with a college student activities director addresses topics concerning student activities planning including the need for good planning, activities planning as leadership training, roles of staff and students, planning phases, effective use of financial and human resources, contracting with artists, effective promotion, event-day…

Student activities professionals have a role in teaching ethics on campuses. Teaching ethics is defined as "the process of teaching ethical decision making." Karen Strohm Kitchener's "Model of Ethical Decision Making" provides a framework to be used when looking at an ethical problem. (MLW)

Diversity affects every aspect of leadership and should be integral to the training model implemented in college student affairs programs. Effective leadership is culturally inclusive, and requires willingness to take risks, cultural self-awareness, ability to separate individuals from stereotypes, attentive listening, ability to view cultural…

College compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 requires that sensitivity to the needs of all students be a high priority for student activities programming. This includes attention to office accessibility, balanced representation on program boards, sensitivity training, accessibility of activities, and publicity designed to…