At institutions of higher education, with fewer traditional college-bound students and declining enrollment, retention of enrolled students is more important than ever. Institutions are more likely to retain students who have a sense of belonging. One avenue proven to help students develop a sense of belonging is involvement on campus. On-campus…

Participation in recreation and sports can produce health benefits for all college students and open pathways to inclusion for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD). Despite the growing number of college students with IDD on over 260 college campuses across the United States, there is a dearth of literature…

The purpose of this study was to determine if taking part in a Paralympic Skill Lab (PSL) would have a positive impact on the cognitive attitudes of college students toward the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in lifetime fitness and sport activities, including campus recreation. The final sample comprised 192 college students. The…

As an outgrowth of a student project, a recreational swimming program for handicapped students at Kent State University proved to be such a success that intramural basketball competitions were organized for students confined to wheelchairs. (JN)

The Title IX legislation makes campus recreational programs more responsive to everyone's needs. Title IX provides not only open access to programs but also the opportunity to reevaluate philosophies about jobs, education, family life, recreation, and leisure. (CJ)

A national survey of 500 postsecondary institutions was undertaken to assess the services, programs, and facilities accessible to handicapped students. Among findings were that 22% of those responding provided special physical education course(s) and that, of 31 colleges or universities listed as members of the Association on Handicapped Student…

The planning of leisure time activities for college students should consider the academic as well as athletic traditions of the institution. It is important that one consider the traditional mission of the institution, involving instruction, research, and service, in determining the role of leisure. (CJ)

Surveyed college union users to determine the elements of user satisfaction. Found that indicators in four areas were important to user satisfaction: the extent to which the union enhances the campus experience and provides leadership opportunities, union staff, various entertainment activities, and food areas. (EV)

A computerized program for identifying existing medical disabilities among college intramural participants is described. (JMF)

Several collegiate recreational programs reflect the rights that handicapped students have for recreational activities suitable for their needs and abilities. Substantial efforts are being made to provide these disabled students with full access and equal opportunity on the campus. (CJ)

This booklet describes how many institutions of higher education have mainstreamed disabled students more fully into campus life, and provides information to students who are disabled to help them find the college campus that fits their needs. Information is provided on institutional programs for the disabled among the youthful undergraduate…

This book describes how schools of higher education can implement practices that promote educationally purposeful out-of-class activities within the context of their campus communities. The practices are intended to help develop faculty and student creativity and initiative. Chapter 1 examines the contributions of out-of-class experiences to…

Attitudes of University of Minnesota students toward student services and the fees for these services were surveyed in Fall 1983. A total of 476 students at the Twin Cities campus were interviewed by telephone. A majority of respondents were willing to pay in order to maintain current levels of service. A majority preferred a fee system with a…

Student perceptions and usage of selected services and organizations that receive student services fee support at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus were surveyed. Respondents were 417 continuing, fee-paying, nonforeign, day students. Key findings include: 60 percent said the fee should be increased enough to keep pace with inflation;…