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Collins, Ronald W.; Johnson, Judith A. – Peabody Journal of Education, 1988
Eastern Michigan University's provost presents a perspective on how the institution successfully increased its number of minority faculty members. The article describes ways to retain minority faculty members once they are hired, noting the importance of total public support of opinion leaders and policymakers. (SM)
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Civil Rights, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Faculty Recruitment

Justiz, Manuel J.; Kameen, Marilyn C. – Peabody Journal of Education, 1988
Discusses the impact of demographic trends in the United States and state-mandated teacher certification practices on the minority teacher population in elementary and secondary schools. Lists six elements which should be included in a comprehensive teacher certification process aimed at assisting minority teacher candidates in becoming certified.…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Civil Rights, Cultural Influences, Demography

Moody, Charles D., Sr. – Peabody Journal of Education, 1988
Discusses strategies to improve minority faculty representation in research universities, describing the University of Michigan's Six-Point Plan. Efforts begin in elementary schools; institutions of higher education are obligated to improve elementary education for minority students. A four-dimensional model for assessing institutional…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Affirmative Action, Civil Rights, Elementary Education