This timely book provides current research and skill-building information on Disaster Mental Health Counseling for counselors, educators, students, and mental health responders in agencies, schools, universities, and private practice. Recognized experts in the field detail effective clinical interventions with survivors in the immediate,…

Purpose: The purpose of this article is to provide rehabilitation counselors an overview of the benefits of the community college system as an option that veterans with service-connected disabilities should consider in helping to make the transition from military to civilian life. We describe veterans with service-connected disabilities, the…

Literature is limited about the leadership skill(s) that Professional Undergraduate Academic Advisors (PUAAs) use in their daily practice. Research that addresses advisors and/or their performance appear to highlight them as a factor in studies that cover student retention, academic success, or student perception. Often studies focus on students,…

Research indicates social media is highly influential on college choice. Some studies indicate the possibility of social media increasing access and helping support transition to college. To understand the effects or influence social media may have on college choice, access, and transition, this research study asked students how they used social…

Factors influencing persistence decisions among 346 racial/ethnic minority and 813 European American freshman and sophomore undergraduates were explored. Gender and racial/ethnic differences were found in centrality and public regard of racial/ethnic identity. Perceptions of the university environment and self-beliefs predicted persistence…

Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face unique challenges in attaining postsecondary education. However, as awareness of supports increases, such as early intervention programs and evidence-based practices, more students with ASD view postsecondary education as an option. Little research exists of the role of secondary school counselor…

Morrill and Hurst present their new role of the college counselor in the university setting. They discuss the rationale for an "outreach" model and see the counseling psychologist as an "architect" of an effective learning environment, rather than an individual overwhelmed with the "casualties of ineffective environments and behavioral deficits."…

A membership survey (n=562) of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) revealed five groups of advisors based on their perceptions of characteristics of their work environments (quality, breadth, and resources). Profiles of each group are presented. The new groupings provide more information than previous classifications by institution…

The Dean of Admissions at Amherst feels that counselors should not reveal personal student data to anyone unless cleared with the student; improper use of testing should continue to be attacked; and that students be advised that responsibility for learning is theirs and not the college's. (CJ)

Social-physical environments and people interact with and influence one another. The author describes an environmental assessment inventory which can be used to determine those aspects of the college environment which cause students to have problems and thus allows the counselor to intervene to modify the environment. (SE)

This paper reviews the professional counseling literature of the past 45 years and examines the implications of these studies for the future roles of university counseling centers. The research reviewed consists primarily of investigations of the following issues: (1) the problems students experience and present to counseling centers; (2) student…

If a personnel worker can become more effective in his role, which from a structural standpoint is positively related to successful interaction with campus and off-campus groups, then he might gain the respect and trust needed to introduce the innovations his diverse experiences would suggest. (Author)

Counseling has traditionally taken individuals and small groups as clients, a practice that applied to college counseling as well. Presents an expanded perspective for college counselors to consider by outlining a philosophical rationale, role, training, and an ethical position that supports taking the campus environment as client. (Author)

Examines physical changes that assist handicapped persons on college campuses today but do not completely solve existing problems. Some additional hazards are discussed. Recommends that student personnel staff be aware of special needs of the handicapped, serve as an advocate for them, and provide assistance to them. (Author)

PROSPECTIVE JUNIOR COLLEGE STUDENTS SHOULD BE AWARE OF DIFFICULTIES THEY MAY ENCOUNTER IN SUCH MATTERS AS (1) INADEQUACIES OF FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT, (2) PROGRAM DEFICIENCES, (3) SHORTAGES OF ADEQUATE STAFF, (4) TRANSFER PROBLEMS, AND (5) STATUS AND PRESTIGE FACTORS. COUNSELORS SHOULD HELP STUDENTS TO APPRAISE BOTH THE POSITIVE AND THE NEGATIVE…