Notes that the percentage of minority employees in California newspaper and television newsrooms has increased since 1979. (FL)

Studied the role of such professional contacts as consultants, mentors, and advisors (specifically Blacks) in the selection and placement of Black school superintendents. Found that White consultants were disproportionately selected by school boards to advise on hiring decisions. Holds that sponsorship, mentorship, and networking control and limit…

Summarizes responses of upper- and middle-management executives about hiring procedures and the writing requirements of management and entry level employees. Includes recommendations for college students preparing to enter the business/industrial world. (HTH)

A review of conclusions of previous studies indicates that the employment interview lacks reliability and validity. Authors suggests that "...research should be directed toward identification of the variables which are best and most consistently evaluated by the employment interview," and offers suggestions for the practicing personnel…

The job market for the Ph.D. in university language teaching is discussed from the point of view of an unemployed Ph.D. in French. (RM)

The author presents a chronology of Federal legislation dealing with women's rights beginning with the opening of the U.S. Office of Education in 1867 and ending with the State and Local Fiscal Assistance Act of 1972. Their effects and implications are discussed. (RP)

Japan uses a variety of training approaches to develop skilled labor force, as commitment to traditional lifetime employment system appears to be waning. (Editor)

Traditional view of the personal vs. professional'' conflict present when married women work; the author feels professional duties should come first. (SP)

Some strange things have been happening in government and industry in the name of nondiscrimination.'' (Author)

Author examines the costs and restraints of our academic credentials systems and suggests ways the trainer can meet the challenge; increase emphasis on employee development and eliminate academic credential systems. (Editor/SP)

Recent rulings are reviewed and relevant issues discussed regarding discriminatory use of tests with older job applicants. (Author)

An evaluation of the process and the impact of the Emergency Employment Act in the Los Angeles area. (DM)