A training manual for mentors was developed by Pennsylvania educators to ensure success in the student/mentor relationship. It spells out the goals and objectives of job shadowing, reviews participant roles and expectations, and addresses communication with students. (JOW)

Chronicles a year-long mentoring relationship at Kean University (New Jersey) through the eyes of the participants: one senior and tenured faculty member and one junior, first-year faculty member. States that the program is very successful in providing support to both new and seasoned faculty and allows participants to develop relationships with…

Discusses the importance of a mentoring program for community college faculty. Identifies characteristics of a good mentor, such as strong communication skills, and those of a good mentee, such as strong listening skills. Argues that a mentoring program is beneficial to the individuals involved, as well as to the community college. (Contains 19…

This paper examines the historical perspective of women in higher education, the problems facing women moving into leadership roles, the impact of Title IX on women, and finally the implications of these factors on women's ability to advance in higher education. The paper begins by examining the effect of affirmative action on women's progress,…