Equity topics that need special attention from higher education researchers are discussed. It is argued that focusing on the increased numbers of women students, faculty, and administrators may disguise more complex issues. It is advocated that when researchers propose to study "women," they should identify which women are being examined. When…

A study explored the multicultural predispositions of Appalachian college students. Surveys addressing 23 variables related to demography, ideology, race perceptions, and university were returned by 437 students in 12 majors at Moorehead State University (Kentucky). Results indicate that the students of Eastern Kentucky gave tepid support to…

This book describes the circumstances surrounding the decision by the University of Pennsylvania to increase its black student enrollment and the consequences of that decision in the late 1960s and the early 1970s. Following a Preface, Chronology of the African American Student Movement, 1967-1978 and an introduction, Dual Organization on the…

A University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) longitudinal study surveyed students throughout their college experience concerning issues of cultural diversity and educational equity, specific institutional affirmative action policies, and the impact of multiculturalism within the curriculum. Results indicate each racial and ethnic group showed a unique…

Race-sensitive admission policies prevail at most private colleges. Questions why more lawsuits have not challenged such policies, discussing difficulties in mounting lawsuits; legal differences between suing public and private institutions; the court's passion for private decision making; racial gaps in test scores at private institutions;…

These articles examine such issues as black student enrollments at the nation's highest-ranked colleges; how black law school enrollments will collapse under race-blind admissions; black faculty rankings at leading U.S. business schools; medical school deans defend affirmative action admissions; black teams and white coaches; science grants to…

This legal document addresses whether the Court should reaffirm its decision in Regents of University of California v. Bakke, 438 U.S. 265 (1978), holding that the educational benefits which flow from a diverse student body to an institution of higher education, its students, and the public it serves are sufficiently compelling to permit the…

Examines legal decisions regarding affirmative action in higher education. Profiles several important court decisions and looks at race-based admission, class action suits, and the personal liability of admission counselors. Argues that historical discrimination should not influence admissions decisions and cautions schools not to consider race…

Provides an historical overview of affirmative action in higher education, with a special emphasis on gender issues. Examines past successes, along with some of the obstacles still faced by women. Discusses the character of the debate on affirmative action in higher education and the need for campus diversity. (RJM)

Examines how racism affects the recruitment and retention of minority group students to the field of social work. Case studies illustrate problems of minority college students related to poor educational preparation, economic hardship, social isolation, unintended consequences of affirmative action, and difficulties with faculty. Lists enrollment…

Collection of articles examines such issues as the progress of black faculty at leading U.S. liberal arts colleges; black scholars in the press; Marshall scholarships for African American college students; white Congressmen endorsing reparations for slavery; how black voters can use political muscle to protect higher education opportunities; and…

A recent Ford Foundation national survey found that 71% of Americans think diversity education does more to bring Americans together than drive them apart. Two-thirds felt colleges and universities should take explicit steps to ensure student body diversity; three-fourths want to ensure faculty diversity. Only 38% feel diversity is an excuse to…

To create beneficial learning environments, it is necessary to make thoughtful, purposeful decisions about how diversity adds to the educational missions of universities, first defining why race matters at all. The paper examines misconceptions that fuel the momentum against affirmative action, discusses the benefits of diversity, and explains how…

Investigated the experiences of minority students with their white peers on predominantly white campuses. Focus groups revealed how white students' purported color-blindness regarding race often blinded them to their own color conscious behavior and the subsequent stereotyping effects. Participants' discussions examined stereotyping, assimilation,…

Using a sample of 522 students at a Lutheran university in the Southwestern United States, researchers examined differences in the predictive strength of high school grades and standardized test scores for student involvement, academic achievement, retention, and satisfaction. Findings indicate that high school grades are stronger predictors of…