New federal regulations that require all regional accrediting agencies to "place greater emphasis on the consistent assessment of student achievement as a principle element in the accreditation process" will have a large impact on student development professionals. Measuring student development outcomes is discussed. (MLW)

A definition of excellence for campus activities and some methods for achieving it are offered. Eight standards to enhance the achievement of excellence are discussed including: institutional support, philosophy statement, theoretical base, professional staff, focus on student, high expectations, student involvement, and assessment and feedback.…