Provides general model for recruiting and retaining black students in predominantly white institutions. Asserts that minimizing barriers and creating effective student service programs require a total commitment and comprehensive effort on the part of the administration, faculty, and staff of the institution. Lists and discusses steps to ensure…

Notes that the cultural diversity among international students may prove to be the greatest challenge for academic advisers. Considers several issues for advisers who work with international students, including issues of cultural sensitivity, language limitations, adjustment issues, academic overload, academic restrictions, international students'…

Notes that Latina college students can be encouraged to negotiate the demand of college if their special needs are understood. Describes a counseling model used to develop a support group for Latina students at an urban college in the Northeast. Describes activities of group formed to address personal, cultural, and social issues that Latinas face…

The lack of base preparation for Mexican Americans that results in their underrepresentation in college is discussed, and some beginning remedies for the identified problems are suggested. Barriers at four-year colleges and universities are identified in areas of finances, unfair admissions criteria, academic preparedness, and the lack of Hispanic…