One possible solution to the problem academic advising is to conceive of it not as the singular province of any one group, whether teaching faculty or counselors. Advising is seen as not the activity of teachers only, but as an integral part of teaching. (MLW)

The role of college faculty as mentors to students in individualizing instructional programs is discussed, and its problems and future examined. With the present uncertain future of faculty careers and the trend toward new instructional delivery methods, the future of mentoring is also seen as uncertain. (MSE)

The role of the dissertation in the education of Ph.D. candidates is addressed. Objections to the dissertation requirement, including excessive time demands and the sterile effects on later research, are examined, and recommendations for changes in rationale and end-product requirements are made. A 17-item bibliography is provided. (JMD)

A questionnaire survey was conducted among five higher education institutions to determine the number of hours faculty members spent in their various duties. A total of 450 faculty members provided usable responses regarding their time spent teaching, advising, research, and service. (LBH)

The establishment of student advisement centers within each college or department of a university is proposed. These centers would be staffed with professional advisors whose sole responsibility would be the academic advisement of college students. Problems with the present system and advantages of this proposed change are discussed. (JMD)

The apathy and negative attitudes of faculty advisors toward the academically underprepared student are often more crippling than the students' disabilities. The remedy is faculty commitment, service, and an unselfish dedication to the ideal of equal access to higher education. (Author/MSE)