This paper presents Stan Jones' testimony before the United States House of Representatives Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training. In his testimony, he talks about a new American majority of students that is emerging on campuses, especially at community colleges. These students must delicately balance long hours at jobs they must…

Reflects on the number of English doctoral graduates who find careers in nonacademic fields and suggests that graduate programs in English could offer more practical career preparation. (AEA)

In a speech delivered before the Collegiate Schools, Richmond, VA, a professor of communication and theatre arts gives reasons for avoiding or going into "business of the theatre," concluding that his main reason for staying is "the magic of it all...the moment of sharing between actor and audience." (PD)

A disabled writer recounts her experiences in career exploration and planning and suggests that "realistic" planning not be confused with taking the path of least resistance. She lists four necessary actions for meeting the needs of exceptional persons: early identification, amelioration according to identified needs, early and consistent parent…

Historical studies reveal that mathematics has been claimed as a private domain by men, while studies of the popular press document that women and girls are considered incompetent in that field. The study of gender and mathematics as viewed through feminism can create a new reading which exposes hidden assumptions, unwarranted conclusions, and…

All rehabilitation programs have some educational component. The case worker must be able to effectively evaluate the choices presented to the client, then assist the client in recognizing those choices that are valid and realistic. Often times new occupational positions require additional training. The counselor should keep in mind the client's…

This article, based on the keynote speech for a career day at Concord Academy, defines the concepts of a career and the career planning process, with emphasis on the personal aspects of work and the need for self-analysis in the selection of a career. (SJL)

Asserts that a sense of vocation implies knowing one's self, one's beliefs and values, and one's position in the world. Suggests that a central goal of contemporary undergraduate education should be to cultivate an initial sense of vocation. (EV)

This paper discusses the need for American Indians in the medical profession and urges Native American students to apply to medical school. In the United States 45% of the Indian population is less than 20 years old, compared to 32% of total population. Focusing attention on the health of Indian youth is important. The death rate for Indians is…

Traditional theories of career development and career choice have been useful for the typical middle class male. Career counselors must improvise, however, when serving clients who are less advantaged, minorities, handicapped, unemployed adults, or women. A model of career choice for women and men developed by Helen Astin focuses on the need to…

Because most undergraduate students have two main interests--personal relationships and getting jobs--first year composition students respond positively to a series of career-based assignments which are both personal and pragmatic. "What Color is Your Parachute? A Practical Manual for Job Hunters and Career Changers," by Richard Nelson…

A panel discussion offered suggestions and recommendations for faculty and institutions of rehabilitation counseling education on more effective recruitment methods. Strategies were also considered for potential faculty members. Candidates seeking academic positions in rehabilitation counseling education face many challenges. Location of program;…

Research and practice in deafness rehabilitation show that evaluation services for severely disabled deaf clients can best be provided within a "total adjustment environment" which incorporates a number of special program considerations associated with the evaluation of deaf clients. Four of these considerations are (1) a rehabilitation…

An overview of academic matriculation with an emphasis on specific skills, concepts, and applications that can be used to develop an appreciation of success in higher education is presented. By defining the student as the center of planning, techniques are provided to translate ideas and abstract thought to real-world applications. Recommendations…

The transition from college to career is one of the most challenging jobs an individual will experience. This is particularly true for students who have limited work experience. The fact that 50-80% of new college graduates leave their first job within three years may be due to poor career planning and problems inherent in the college-to-work…