Examined the effects of group loyalty and distortion tendencies during a nominal grouping exercise involving 42 members of a management team in a decision-making seminar, divided into 5 groups to generate ideas on developing a program of flextime scheduling. Results showed distortion of judgment resulting from in-group loyalty in both…

Studied whether volunteers in diverse organizations have different motivations and personal characteristics and whether volunteer and nonvolunteer students exhibit different motivational characteristics. Found that college student volunteers (N=199) differed in Holland type and motivational needs and that they differed from reported norms for…

This article examines polydisciplinary groups in the human services, identifying four types: multidisciplinary, pluridisciplinary, cross-disciplinary, and interdisciplinary groups. Various problems in the use of these groups are then discussed, followed by an exploration of possible solutions. (Author/TE)

Proposed National Collegiate Athletic Association rule changes address issues of academic standards, financial aid, program administration, association administration, championships and extra events, athlete eligibility, association membership and institutional classification, playing seasons, and aspects of program deregulation. (MSE)

A survey of medical school administrators and curriculum committee chairmen sought information on committee organization, membership, role and philosophy, and curriculum tasks, and their perceived impact as it related to their approach, procedures, and makeup. (MSE)

Three college personnel policies that are potential alternatives to the current tenure system are outlined: (1) five-year contracts offering financial or leave incentives; (2) changes in work requirements, such as course load reduction or additional support services; and (3) representation in the governing board based on proportion of faculty…

The ideological positions that developed in a teacher research group were analyzed. The conflicts and interchanges among participants revealed important divisions within the teacher research movement that generate needed discussions of pedagogical practice. (SLD)

Some colleges and universities have found that alumni prefer to have ownership of their alumni association, and such a membership program can raise revenues for the institution while providing a valuable communication tool. A strong dues program can work well with an annual giving campaign. A variety of membership structures is possible. Details…

Emphasizes the National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC) mission of enhancing the growth and development of young children. Suggests that the implementation of NAEYC's goals requires the effective involvement of its members and the public. It is important that NAEYC provide its constituents with accurate, easily understood…

A student member of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's student alumni association discusses numerous advantages of student participation with alumni, including contacts with campus officials, friendships, valuable networking opportunities, job-hunting assistance, and a sense of loyalty; the characteristics of good student members; and factors in…

Examined stereotypes of urban blacks and whites at a flea market with 68 black respondents, and at another flea market with 20 white respondents. Cluster-analysis results show that blacks have a relatively complex, multidimensional representation of themselves and of whites, while whites seem to have a more simplistic and negative view of blacks.…

Data on cult membership and the characteristics of cults are provided. The process of cult affiliation and its relationship to family dynamics are reviewed. Defection, the processes of disaffiliation (voluntary and involuntary), and clinical symptoms after cult disaffiliation are discussed. Implications and recommendations for counselors are…

Addresses the limitations of previous research by providing a model of social capital at the national level that makes explicit links to theory and analyzes multiple indicators of social capital. Results indicate some decline in a general measure of social capital, a decline in trust in individuals, no general decline in trust in institutions, and…

Examines the membership of the Music Supervisors National Conference/Music Educators National Conference (MENC) from 1912-1938 in relation to general population, number of teachers, teacher salaries, education spending, MENC division, distance to convention sites, gender, and the biennial convention plan. Discusses the findings, conclusions, and…

Examines how group membership can moderate or diffuse feelings of stigmatization for racial/ethnic minorities. Research demonstrates that the development of a common group identity can diffuse stigmatization effects, improve intergroup attitudes, and enhance institutional satisfaction and commitment among college students and faculty. Strategies…