As formerly gender-separated physical education departments were merged, women have systematically lost more leadership positions than men. Possible reasons for the loss of women leaders are discussed, and suggestions are given for the fostering of equal opportunity within the profession. (Author/JN)

Introduces a special issue on how the nature of organizations has changed in recent years and implications of these changes for the future. Discusses key issues that have been studied on gender and diversity in organizations (discrimination, affirmative action, barriers to career advancement, and sexual harassment). Notes strategies for enhancing…

This report on equal employment opportunities in agencies, offices, and departments of the State government in Alaska was submitted by the Alaska Advisory Committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights as part of its responsibility to advise the Commission about civil rights problems within the State. The report examines recruitment,…

Details findings of a study conducted in 1980 to obtain current national statistics on the composition of the library profession by race, ethnicity, and sex. The study, which was conducted by the American Library Association Office for Library Personnel Resources, will be used in affirmative action planning. (LLS)

Describes a pilot gender issues course in the University of Ottawa's Bachelor of Education program. The course considers the role of gender issues in adolescent and teacher development, the school curriculum, organizational structure, and interactions. Evaluations indicated that the course was strongly supported by most students, although some…

Women seeking education administration careers in the 1980's will find their employment opportunities limited by declining enrollments and unenforced affirmative action programs. The informal networks and sponsoring mechanisms aiding men's career mobility are generally unavailable to women. Universities can play a key role in developing pools of…

Five women ex-faculty members at Cornell University are suing that institution for sex discrimination. The plaintiffs argue that women faculty are more vulnerable to the negative impact of vague, subjective, and arbitrary criteria used in faculty evaluation because they must also face the pervasive unconscious bias against women. (MLW)

Explores strategies that feminist researchers in experimental and cognitive psychology have used to eliminate androcentrism and sexism. Studying the history of feminist work in these areas from 1890 to the 1990s makes the need for continuing focus on epistemological and theoretical problems apparent. (SLD)

This paper outlines a holistic approach to the introduction of multicultural teacher education in an institution centrally committed to combating prejudice in its policies, procedures, and practices. The components of a holistic approach are described as: (1) discourse with the community; (2) the preparation of a policy statement; (3) recruitment…

Although Black female leaders were influential in creating the modern women's movement, feminism has evolved differently for both Black and White women. Suggests that, although Black women have struggled largely against racial and economic inequalities, women of all colors and backgrounds should embrace their diversity and unite to oppose racism…

This position paper argues that sex discrimination still exists in education although Title IX legislation in 1972 and other subsequent legislation prohibits sex discrimination in educational programs that receive federal funds. Greater awareness of gender issues is needed along with an understanding of strategies for change. The Fastback offers a…

Articles and announcements related to women's issues in higher education are provided on a variety of topics, including: affirmative action litigation, campus life, working in academe, traditionally male fields, prizes and awards, women's studies, campus rape, conferences, resources, sexual harassment, minority and disabled women, degrees earned…

A federal appeals court has upheld an amendment to California's constitution that bars government agencies from granting preferences based on gender or race. The California Civil Rights Initiative, or Proposition 209, was found not to violate the Equal Protection Clause. If the ruling is not reversed, public colleges and universities will be…

In an interview, Yolanda T. Moses, president of the City University of New York's City College, discusses a variety of issues concerning black higher education and her institution, including the challenges facing the college, the university's image, academic standards and admissions requirements, financial support, affirmative action, her personal…

Describes legal decisions from 1963 to 1987 that helped to remove barriers to equality in job conditions for female engineers. Discusses some barriers that still exist. Suggests a few antidotes for still existing problems and discusses job search implications. (CW)