The responses of several college student activities programs to crises on campus (violence, civil unrest, and earthquake) are described. In each case, professionals responsible highlighted the importance of having a proactive emergency plan in place and rehearsed. Flexibility and clear thinking are also crucial ingredients. (MSE)

The coordination and purpose of a student service learning program fits appropriately within the mission of a student activities center. Some national associations that focus on community volunteerism are identified and the volunteer program at East Tennessee State University is described. Volunteer experiences included campus blood drive,…

The University of South Carolina/Columbia responded to the concerns of a small group of students by establishing a permanent office of waste reduction and recycling. Students, faculty, and staff worked together to obtain a grant and matching funds to create a recycling system that reduces waste disposal costs substantially and uses existing campus…

The James Madison University (Virginia) experience in implementing the "Student Learning Imperative" is described. Challenges to be met in creating programs, services, and curricula focused on learning and a strong sense of intentionality are discussed including circumstances for change; compatibility of project and community values;…

The development and organization of a Thanksgiving dinner for Rockland Community College's population of foreign students is described. Lessons learned from the successful experience are outlined. (MSE)

Resource conservation and recycling on college campuses is a growing trend and should be considered a campus service, with adequate tools for success. Students should be involved both in implementing the program and in raising awareness within the campus community. The effort can be linked to academic disciplines, including political science,…

A discussion of current uses of technology in campus activities programming looks at what is meant by "new technology"; the range of uses of technology in this field; the role and impact of the interactive aspects of information technology; how technology affects how professionals educate, advise, and train students; and dealing with students who…

Looks at the resources available to college student programmers for selecting, booking, and publicizing campus events, including use of the Internet and World Wide Web, both for information about and images of performers, and for electronic mail-making arrangements. Coming technologies and their potential uses are also described. (MSE)

Examines the elements of meaningful community service as identified by the Campus Outreach Opportunity League (COOL) and explores how college activities offices might incorporate them into their service projects. (EV)

Asserts that as institutional support of student affairs areas becomes increasingly tied to learning outcomes, the effect of fraternity and sorority involvement on intellectual development is critical to its continued support. Addresses learning outcomes of fraternity and sorority membership, fostering improved learning outcomes, changing…

Discusses examples of unique ethical issues faced by community college student programmers: member commitment, poor program attendance and lack of programming board diversity, and conflicts of interest (EV)

Paying for graduate school, juggling loans, assistantships, and grants to meet costs is probably as complex as any budget that a professional will have to tackle. Some advice on financing graduate school is provided. (MLW)

A short history of the National Association for Campus Activities from the viewpoint of an entertainment professional who is also an associate member representative is presented. Changes over time have included performers managing and booking themselves; rise of professionalism; specialization and image building; and arrival of the full-service…

Describes St. Louis College-Meramec's campus activities budgeting process as a guide for other community colleges. The process involves only two meetings and occurs at the end of each school year to minimize problems associated with student turnover. Explains before-meeting, first meeting, and second meeting activities and rules and offers…

Describes the benefits to students, the institution, and society of leadership development programs at community colleges, and discusses the features of exemplary leadership programs and program effectiveness. (EV)