The purpose of this handbook, created as a component of a sexual assault awareness program at Millikin University, is to provide information needed to assist victims of sexual assault. Information is included on several aspects of sexual assault, as well as references and websites available for additional information. Topics covered include:…

This digest addresses one of the most recognized, yet unofficial, special populations on college campuses nationwide-- college student athletes. It is proposed that misconceptions and stereotypical viewpoints have hindered the development of effective counseling interventions with this population. Although college counseling centers are available,…

In this study, freshmen who appointed themselves to each of the four Clark-Trow subgroups (vocational, academic, collegiate, and nonconformist) are compared with a freshman class distribution five years earlier. Reliability of the model is affirmed, and evidence of its validity is provided. (Author)

Discusses sex discrimination in the campus press editorial and advertising policies. (RB)

The CUES was used to compare perceptions of Anglo- and Mexican-American students. Significant differences showed that Mexican-Americans perceived a concern for etiquette and politeness and a demand for intellectual exertion. Directional differences suggested that Mexican-Americans were not as comfortable in the environment and were not as…

The results of this study indicate that sound academic performance by a student is based upon more than intellectual capabilities alone. The removal of objectionable rates, less student disenchantment, increased student unity and an improved learning environment. (Author/BY)

Author compares today's colleges with psychiatric hospitals. (HS)

Results of comparing freshmen who had pre-college counseling with those who did not indicate any significant differences during freshman year. (CJ)

Some reasons are given for the quiet mood on campus. (SP)

Argues that internal factors, resulting from the "manic sense of commitment" of some faculty and students, are as dangerous to universities' intellectual freedoms as external influences from society and controlling agencies. Emphasis on "relevance" may result in graduates having difficulty "recognizing new problems or developing new techniques."…

If a personnel worker can become more effective in his role, which from a structural standpoint is positively related to successful interaction with campus and off-campus groups, then he might gain the respect and trust needed to introduce the innovations his diverse experiences would suggest. (Author)

Use of Holland's personality types proposed in his theory of vocational choice (1966) and the Clark-Trow Typology of College Student Subcultures indicates general agreement with literature findings - that relationship does exist between student characteristics and types of college environment. Results have implications for design of programs to…