Discusses counseling philosophies and their uses from the 1970's to the present. Offers that since few career counselors strictly lean toward one philosophy over the other, they should be sure they understand these leanings. This understanding will make it more likely for counselors to become significant contributors to a meaningful professional…

Discusses the work of the recipients of the 1998 National Association of Colleges and Employers Awards for 1998. The annual awards recognize the best publications, audiovisual programs, education programs, and technical innovations developed by college and corporate personnel to promote career planning and employment of college graduates. (MKA)

Reports that NACE continued a pattern of progress and growth in fiscal year 1999, building and drawing on its "Strength in Members" theme, which recognizes the role of the membership in enabling NACE to fulfill its mission. Highlights of the year included expanding educational programming, enhancing the line of print and online publications, and…

Citing current cross-generational dynamics, this article forecasts sunny conditions for career services practitioners. Offers the following advice for dealing with college students: don't cross their parents; feel free to issue demanding assignments; be prepared to serve the Millennial's thirst for experience, but don't be deluded by it; and…

At Florida State University, the career placement staff tailors its career expos to the needs of students and employers. This article discusses how they market their expos; their online recruiter registration; how they recruit volunteers; and the importance of hospitality. (Author/MKA)

Describes how Kennesaw State University's career services center staff make significant gains in introducing commuting students to the career center. By creating a Web site where students can create their resumes, sign-up for on-campus interviews, and ask for career advice, the center expanded its traditional role to attract commuter students. It…

Discusses survey results that reveal how practitioners handle requests for career advice from family and friends, and the issues that arise in the process. Results indicate that the majority of career services practitioners are comfortable offering career advice, including resume assistance, interviewing tips, and personal insight, to family and…

For many career counselors, it is increasingly rare to meet with students beyond their initial visit. Outlines counseling techniques to enhance the effectiveness of these "once and done" sessions. (MKA)

To identify effective employer practices at job fairs, college students and career service practitioners were polled. Students were, or would be within the next 12 months, involved in a job search. Results are discussed in relation to characteristics of employer representatives, behaviors of employer representatives, displays, recruiting…

To explore students' thoughts and feelings about career services, practitioners at the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University conducted a series of 13 focus groups. This article describes the process for planning and facilitating the focus groups, presents specific findings, and reports on programs and…

This article provides a framework to address institutional expectations and internal conflict that have to do with commercialization of career centers and the potential for compromising ethical standards. Included are recommendations for career centers to manage their obligations to various stakeholders. (Author/MKA)

Polls directors of career services on their expectations of entry- and director-level career services candidates and their views on how to attract and nurture newcomers to the field. Suggests that to ensure a steady flow of newcomers, practitioners must communicate their expectations to students and afford them the opportunity to acquire relevant…

Members of the National Association of Colleges and Employers were surveyed about three aspects of career services: office structure, range of services, and technology applications. Results show most offices are centralized, organizationally positioned under student services/student affairs, and called "career services." Career counseling is…

Career centers at community and junior colleges often extend their services beyond the student body and into the surrounding community. Although this places greater demands on career services practitioners, it can also lend value and credibility to the career center's role, benefit the local citizenry and economy, and augment the college's…

Aims to dispel misconceptions regarding M.B.A. candidates by focusing on the requirements of M.B.A. students, and clarifying the role of career services in working with this population. Includes advice from a M.B.A. career counselor on the specific professional and personal skills needed for success. (GCP)