Since universities' commitment to internationalisation has been increasing, instruments for measuring institutional internationalisation performance are urgently needed to monitor and evaluate the progress made about internationalisation. Although efforts have been made to develop various tools, an internationally applicable instrument for…

University extension services, patterned after agricultural extension services, collect and disseminate results of new research and go to businesses and industry to help solve technical and other problems. They are offered by many state and land-grant universities and some private institutions but are not well known. (MSE)

An electrical rate structure based on summer demand peaks 1000 kilowatts higher than average winter-month peaks forced University of Richmond officials to investigate alternative methods of electrical generation. They settled on a cogeneration system which levels and reduces summer peaks for a projected annual savings of $126,000. (Author)

Examines some important issues for new counseling psychology professionals to consider when working in university and college counseling centers. Discusses issues in terms of professional (specialized training, scientist-practitioner model, competency, practice, ethical/legal) and personal (developmental, racial/ethnic differences, gender…

Describes the challenges confronted by the University of California in financing higher education and research programs, and equalizing the opportunity for a college education for all students. Predicts that many challenges are on the horizon for all universities. (CCM)

The 1987 Carnegie classification of colleges and universities is presented. The classification groups institutions into categories on the basis of the level of degree offered-- ranging from pre-baccalaureate to the doctorate--and the comprehensiveness of their missions. (MLW)

Discusses risk management for colleges' cocurricular activities. Discusses tort liability, contributory negligence, and assumption of risk. Provides six concrete steps for managing risks responsibly and professionally: adopting an educational mission statement, assigning risk to others, establishing safety standards, training club advisors,…

Examines key provisions of Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, which addresses employment needs of persons with disabilities, requires private and public entities to maintain nondiscriminatory hiring practices, and compels employers to provide reasonable accommodations that enable qualified persons with disabilities to perform…

Discusses the relationship between affirmative action and the opportunities for black faculty members in white-dominated universities. Outlines legislative and bureaucratic support for equal opportunities and cites implication for the future. (Author/MK)

The first University of the Third Age (U3A) in Poland was established in 1975; there are now 15. U3As are considered instruments of dissemination of science and knowledge for older people. Lectures are very popular. (SK)

Identifies those African Americans currently holding endowed chairs in American universities. The article also provides some facts about African Americans, endowed chairs, and schools in which black-held endowed chairs predominate. (GLR)

Uses examples from different types of colleges and universities to describe how three clusters of institutional properties (mission, philosophy, culture) work together to influence behavior of students, faculty, and administrators. Offers four suggestions for consultants who wish to incorporate appraisals of institutional character in their work.…

To develop productive links between industry and university, the style and ethos of networks focused on innovation are crucial. Cardiff University (Wales) has an innovation network that stimulates collaborative work and technology transfer through its informal open nature that encourages partnership. (SK)

One of the most significant developments involving institutions of higher education within the last two decades has been their changing relationship with the courts. This article identifies and examines six of the more important factors which have influenced this evolving relationship. Relevant case law is cited. (Author)

The author discusses the importance of labor education to union leaders. He suggests that the current gap in education for union leaders should be filled by university-based institutes that undertake research, education, training, and supportive activities such as journal publication and library development. (CH)