The effect of the Bakke case, in which the courts first encountered the question of legality of reverse discrimination, is explored; its constitutional significance is examined. It is concluded that the virtue of the decision is in its support of affirmative action and its equal protection implications. (MSE)

The experiences of an affirmative-action officer are described, including: efforts to manipulate faculty behavior, David v Goliath dimensions to job, faculty who have both created the problem and the awareness of it, academicians advancing theories of racial superiority, I.Q. tests, etc. (MLW)

Determines the impact of affirmative action programs in response to charges that they are policies of reverse discrimination. Reviewing affirmative action programs submitted by Michigan State departments, researchers determined no reverse discrimination was apparent based on low numbers of reverse discrimination complaints filed by whites. (GR)

Public employers' affirmative-action programs may be challenged for "reverse discrimination" under either Title VII or the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. (26 footnotes) (MLF)

Legal protection against employment discrimination is being provided for handicapped workers through the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 along with individual State laws. Successful affirmative action programs will require careful attention by rehabilitation professionals to guarantee proper utilization of the skills of the handicapped…

The planning model was designed to enable independent colleges to come to grips with both the concerns and the expectations of affirmative action. It is divided into three parts: (1) a broad statement about the procedures and expectations of equal employment opportunity, presented from the perspective of a hypothetical small independent college;…

The proceedings of the conference "Women: Their Future in the University and in the Community" are provided. Speakers discussed a variety of concerns that affect all women. In education, the following topics were addressed: the status of affirmative action plans, the establishment of women's studies programs, and the impact of Title IX…

Based on the model used in developing the Wagner College Affirmative Action Plan (Wagner College, Staten Island, New York), the book provides conceptual guidelines and methods for implementing the job analysis approach to Affirmative Action plans. It should be useful to personnel directors, employment counselors, and manpower planners. The book…

This document outlines the affirmative action that has evolved as the result of attempts to eliminate discrimination in federal employment and in federal contracts. The following acts are discussed: (1) Federal Executive orders; (2) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; (3) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended by the Equal…

Four issues of interest in the AAUP Office of Staff Counsel are examined including the First Amendment and "Matters of Public Concern," the Supreme Court's latest ruling on affirmative action, collective bargaining in church-related institutions, and faculty liability for institutional attorney fees. (MLW)

One of a series of guides on implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this guide focuses on cultural diversity and the ADA. First, the major components of the ADA are summarized. This is followed by discussion of employer considerations in addressing cultural diversity issues and implications of the ADA, such as diversity…

This report discusses how to safeguard affirmative action on college campuses. Section 1, "Threats to Affirmative Action," discusses Congressional action; state actions; and anti-affirmative action studies and reports. Section 2, "Affirmative Action Works," includes research findings; leaders' beliefs about affirmative action…

A study measured costs of an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity program at one institution through cost analysis of personnel, operating expenses, and capital replacement value. Costs incurred in one budget cycle were 0.4 percent of the total institutional budget, most spent indirectly through faculty time, and were found…

Analyzes the conflicts between Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Executive Order No. 11,246 concerning the validity and scope of the president's power to impose obligations of nondiscrimination and affirmative action on government contractors. Journal availability: see 511 890. (IRT)

With the emphasis on consumer involvement in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, changes in the counseling relationship must occur. This article discusses new interaction patterns for consumer and counselor. (Author)