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Peer reviewedAstin, Alexander W. – Change, 1993
A national study of 82 college outcome measures on 25,000 students from 1985-89 looked at the relationship of outcomes, institutional environment (emphasis on institutional, student, or faculty diversity), and campus activism. Results suggest emphasis on diversity in all forms is beneficial to student development and also promotes student…
Descriptors: Activism, College Environment, College Outcomes Assessment, College Role
Peer reviewedAstin, Alexander W.; Chang, Mitchell J. – Change, 1995
A national survey of 212 colleges and universities investigated the strategies and characteristics of institutions that are able to maintain a strong emphasis on both research and undergraduate teaching. Results indicate those that are successful are unique in certain respects that distinguish them from research universities and liberal arts…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Instruction, College Role, Educational Economics
