The Eastern District Association entered the 1940's with record membership and enthusiasm only to face a decade of challenges, setbacks, and self-criticism. This forced them to deal with both normal professional concerns and the demands of a World War. (DF)

Examines significant developments in the history of an academic association of communication teachers and scholars. (PD)

The founding, growth, activities, publications, and accomplishments of the National Association of School Psychologists since its inception in 1969 are reviewed. (MH)

The period of 1934-1950 for the Council for Exceptional Children is traced, including growth of units, improvement of the yearly convention, publication of a new journal, and development of other publications on special education. (CL)

Through an examination of Carnegie Corporation archives and printed materials, the author examines reasons for the Carnegie Corporation's recommendation for the formation of the American Association for Adult Education in 1926. She also analyzes the preliminary stages of the founding process. (Author/CH)

Reviews the historical development of the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD), formerly the Association for Non-White Concerns in Personnel and Guidance (ANWC), a division of the American Association for Counseling and Development. Considers the impact of the association's name change and examines the goals and services…

In the pre-World War I era, advertising practitioners attempted to make their craft a profession. Generally agreeing that the creation of ethical codes was the most important step toward professionalism, practitioners organized the Associated Advertising Clubs of America (AACA). Early journal articles and AACA proceedings indicate that…

Reflects on the importance of a professional association in the life of a speech communication teacher. (PD)

Presents statements of concern about the Association for Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development (AMECD) by 17 of the first 20 presidents of the division since its founding in 1965. Discusses historical perspectives, membership trends, changing needs of members, and shifting focus of the organization. (JAC)

The history of the National Consortium on Testing is discussed, including its founding, goals, initial emphasis, and some of the problems encountered by the group. Participation by the American Educational Research Association (AERA) is also discussed. (MH)

In honor of fiftieth anniversary of "Journal of Clinical Psychology," presents historical look at Frederick Thorne who, as World War II was ending, saw need for new mental health professionals to deal with resulting psychological trauma. Describes Thorne's encouragement of clinical psychologists to make research, training, and personnel…

Provides brief history of certification in rehabilitation counseling by focusing attention on significant milestones achieved in the development of the certification process. Provides current description of Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), along with discussion of recent innovations, current certification process, and…

Presents interview with Jack Duncan, cofounder and charter member of Association for Specialists in Group Work (ASGW). Duncan discusses his perspectives on field of group work over 20 years that ASGW has been in existence. Considers ASGW itself, advancements in the field over past two decades, and his personal approach and style as group leader.…

Reviews the history of the American Vocational Association (AVA) and federal legislation concerning vocational education. (CH)

Most school psychologists lack information about their organizational history and the development of what is now a strong state and national network of professional groups. This article attempts to bridge this gap, describing the evolution of professional groups and their growth in recent decades. (Author)