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Border Crossings.
Sabo, Sandra R. – Currents, 1994
Common assumptions about college and university fund raising in foreign countries are examined, focusing on four constituencies: alumni, parents, corporations, and high-stakes donors. Personal experiences of several fund-raising professionals suggest that each assumption is true in some, but not all, cases. (MSE)
Descriptors: Alumni, College Administration, Donors, Foreign Countries
Long-Distance Recruiting.
Ripple, G. Gary – Currents, 1994
To recruit from the multicultural and lucrative international student market, colleges and universities are advised to develop a strong marketing plan; develop publications tailored to this population; and make a personal visit to targeted countries. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, College Students, Foreign Countries, Foreign Students
Update on Canada.
Hochstadt, John Webster – Currents, 1994
Gift planning is increasing in Canada's colleges and universities to offset effects of retrenchment. New annuity vehicles and the emergence of university Crown Foundations offer tax breaks that support private giving to institutions. In addition, a simplified process for gifts is anticipated. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Foreign Countries, Fund Raising, Higher Education
When Rankings Rankle.
Stephen, Arthur – Currents, 1999
Describes the way in which Wilfrid Laurier University (Ontario), an institution that had worked hard to improve its programs and reputation, addressed a disappointing ranking in a national news magazine. In cooperation with other educators, administrators, and institutional researchers, the university undertook a successful project to have the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Change Strategies, College Administration, Comparative Analysis
A Philosophy of Teaching.
Barbalich, Andrea – Currents, 1994
Claudio Duran, a philosophy professor at York University (Ontario), was named the 1993 Canadian Professor of the Year. Duran's philosophy of teaching focuses on human relations, the importance of treating his students as individuals, the power of teaching to change lives. (MSE)
Descriptors: Awards, College Administration, College Faculty, College Instruction
Beyond the Borders: Principles of International Public Relations.
Crowther, Connie – Currents, 1994
Advice on international public relations for colleges and universities includes focusing efforts on one country or region at a time; researching the market and media outlets; involving faculty and administrators; using the local language; careful budgeting; providing photographs and copy; focusing story ideas; considering politics; and considering…
Descriptors: Budgeting, College Administration, Consultants, Foreign Countries
Common Bonds: Three Experts Offer Tried-and-True Tenets of International Fund Raising.
Ryan, Ellen – Currents, 1994
Advice for college and university fund raising abroad includes taking a long-term approach; researching prospects and cultural contexts carefully; building on existing strengths; working through alumni; cooperating across campus; recognizing cultural differences; and preparing to reciprocate. (MSE)
Descriptors: Alumni, College Administration, Cooperation, Cultural Awareness
Taking On the World.
Trimarco, Paola – Currents, 1994
International alumni programs can strengthen relationships overseas, stimulate student recruitment efforts, and provide student placement options. A strong overseas program benefits from a careful strategy, thorough research, faculty cooperation, innovative use of communications technology, and support of chapter objectives. (MSE)
Descriptors: Alumni, Alumni Associations, College Administration, College Graduates