A statement formulated by educational administrators, trustees and foundation officers at the American Council on Education, Chicago, Illinois, April 4-5, 1969.

Article based on a lecture delivered at Texas Technological College, May 9, 1969.

Working relationships between the civilian and the military communities in education are crucial to assure that civilian institutions continue to be the main vehicles for meeting voluntary education needs of military personnel. (Author/MLF)

Reviews judicial responses relevant to: whether a handbook indicates a contractual relationship between the employee or student and the institution; if a handbook does indicate a contractual relationship, whether that part of the contract can be altered; and how the handbook should be interpreted in the event of ambiguity or inconsistencies. (93…

Surveyed African American and White physicians to compare their satisfaction with medical school, their medical career, and their professional and research activities and achievements. Found that respondents were comparable as to their careers, professional activities, and achievements. African Americans' practice patterns reflected a greater…

Developed and tested an empirical measure of "sense of belonging" which sheds light on factors that contribute to college student retention. Gaining greater clarity regarding factors important to the development of "sense of belonging" can help institutional policy planners evaluate the effectiveness of retention programs on their campuses, design…

Presents an interview on student newspapers with Bob Durkee, vice president for public affairs at Princeton University, about how his experience as a student reporter and editor has influenced his views as an administrator, what has changed over the years, and how he manages and interacts with a vigorous student press. (EV)

It is proposed that higher education leaders would learn much by empathizing with prospective students and their parents, trying to understand the uncertainties they face. This implies that educators should be thinking in terms of competition and communicate with students on a personal level. (MSE)

Suggests that the "culture of the university"--whether it embraces diversity--is crucial for the retention of nontraditional students. Discusses how changes in relationships among administrators, faculty, and students, as well as in the curriculum, are necessary to improve the campus climate. (EVL)

Pomona College (Claremont, California) builds diversity into student life via a year-long resident assistant training program supplemented by a sponsor program (groups of 10-14 first year students sponsored by sophomores) and an African American faculty mentor program (students paired with faculty who share their interests). (JC)

Discusses the problem of alcohol abuse on college campuses and notes a current project of the National Institute on Alcohol and Alcohol Abuse to identify effective programs. Urges institutions to recognize the difficulty of changing the alcohol-reliant culture on most campuses and to examine ways in which the institution actually fosters this…

Reports the results of a national study examining the perceptions, opinions, and level of knowledge of judicial officers regarding student rights and judicial systems in public higher education. Examines student-institutional theories and doctrines and discusses recommendations from judicial officers for future practice. (Contains 21 references…

Interviews with 53 part-time college students in Hong Kong indicated they felt greater affiliation with students and teachers than the department or university. Ways to cultivate a sense of belonging were identified: cohort learning, high-quality interactive teaching, and better access to resources and facilities. (SK)