Using longitudinal analysis, discusses observed differences among unemployed adults, older youth, and early school-leavers (N=104). Focuses on issues surrounding self-esteem and the identification of mediators and moderators for specific populations. Evidence suggests that good psychological health contributed to gaining employment. (RJM)

Explores changes in academic jobs and career trajectories by examining shifts in faculty employment patterns in Canadian universities (excluding Quebec). Discusses the general history of job entitlements, then the experiences of 15 cohorts of entrants to university teaching, and examines how these findings contribute to the debate on the future of…

Reviews research from the late 1960s through the present that considers how maternal employment affects children in low-income families. Most studies have indicated that children are not harmed when mothers go to work, but it is noted that the women in these studies entered employment voluntarily. (SLD)

A national study indicates that part-time faculty now teach a major portion of undergraduate studies, and that most institutions plan to use more in the future. Data from the study are used to describe part-time faculty characteristics, how they contribute to their institutions, and the conditions in which they work. Suggestions are made for…

Provides an overview of the demographic profile of Canada's and Ontario's full-time professoriate, discussing implications for their supply and demand relations. The paper notes that though there is potential for a shortage of university teachers in other countries, Canada may have a modest surplus. (SM)

Recent university business graduates (N=398) completed a survey on current status and job search process, which was matched to their academic records. Examined differences in the job search process based on age, gender, and minority status. Discusses findings in terms of pre-employment opportunities for women and blacks and a realistic employment…

Increasingly, African American academics are appointed to political positions in the federal government. This career path can be both beneficial and difficult, dependent on high-level political support and the party in power. Most are short-term jobs, may slow the tenure process, and can adversely affect the faculty-college relationship. Several…

A study examining Hispanic underrepresentation in managerial and professional occupations used Public Use Microdata Samples of census data. Findings indicated a 6 percent chance of Hispanics working as managers/professionals, versus a 32 percent chance for non-Hispanic Whites. Hispanics who were citizens, older, educated, married, and fluent in…

Considers the cost of employing student temporary workers in academic libraries and suggests they be replaced with fewer full-time staff. Topics include the trend toward contingent, or temporary, employment; management problems; core employees; cost effectiveness of student employment, including poor productivity and training needs; and evaluating…

Examines the role of school counselors and school counseling programs in preparing students for learning and work transitions. Offers advice for students to respond effectively to changing workplace needs and information on work skills that are required for graduates and job applicants. Addresses strategies in developing comprehensive career…

This study of the extent of turnover among early childhood interventionists working in 27 North Carolina home-based programs found that 49 percent of staff, 38 percent of consultant therapists and specialists, and 68 percent of directors of programs remained employed over a 2.7-year period. Mean length of staff service increased from 1985 to 1988.…

Finds that absolute and relative probabilities of employment for young Black central-city males is negatively related to the city's proportion of Blacks below 50 percent, and positively related above 50 percent. Uses 1980 census data on 17-20-year-old central-city males. Discusses related social theories. Contains 39 references. (SV)

Examines the changing nature of today's labor market and workplace. Reviews trends in workforce composition, considers the discrepancy between the skill levels of workers and the skills needed for new jobs, and discusses the community college's role in work force development. (DMM)

Examines the impact of a services economy on the work and income of Black women in relation to current labor theory, employment patterns of Black and White women, and future policy implications. Discusses the growing feminization of poverty as the product of a growing subculture of low-wage work. (JS)

Summarizes "Administrative Shortage in New England: The Evidence, the Causes, the Recommendations." High pressure, long hours, low salaries, and high housing costs are among the reasons cited for the shortage. Recommendations are centered on role identity, staff support, training, and recruitment. (SI)