Harold B. Pepinsky, an eminent counseling psychologist, is interviewed about his life and career. The interview focuses on his research and theoretical contributions and leadership in the profession. (Author)

The article explores aspects of the field of rehabilitation teaching of the blind. Taking into account the history of the development of the field, the author examines the current status and outlines problems, such as discord among organizations representing interests in the field. Five actions to enhance the profession are suggested. (PHR)

Six symposium papers are included in this document. The first paper, by Henry Chang, is a brief profile of Asian/Pacific American (APA) librarians, emphasizing the need for more data on this group and the need for the group to become more assertive of their rights to equal opportunity in the field. The second paper, by Jane Katayama, addresses…

Addresses the concept of mentoring as a career enhancement strategy for women. Discusses networking-mentoring, characterized by a series of contacts between people in which each plays the role of mentor and protege at different times and to different degrees; and grooming-mentoring, the special assistance provided by a more experienced…

To encourage talented teachers to remain in the profession, their rewards and opportunities must be expanded. Also, a level of quality teaching must be established and maintained by organizing schools for continuing improvement. Recent research on improving technical competence and collegiality among teachers offers guidance towards accomplishing…

Attention needs to be given to the developmental psycho-social needs of young adult learners, as they impact development of professional identity. Suggests a modification of traditional curriculum to include experiential growth groups to help accomplish this purpose. (Author/RC)

Offers recommendations for developing a system of teacher staffing and evaluation that would improve teacher performance and the state of education in general. Discusses incentive and reward systems, performance evaluation, career advancement and enrichment, and other issues. (KH)

Challenges the assumption that there is a student affairs profession. Presents a view acknowledging a variety of professions providing services and programs within divisions of student affairs. Offers a model that provides graduate and continuing education in core areas for those professionals. (Author/RC)

This report presents recommendations from a working party appointed to consult and deliberate on the possible establishment of a Queensland Professional Development Consortium of teacher groups including professional associations, unions, employers, and higher education institutions. The consortium would be charged with promoting professional…