Buying students with academic scholarships is self-defeating. It is unfair to students paying full price, unjust awards undermine reputation, competition can spiral, students are counseled to choose schools for aid alone, and parents are offended when scholarships are not offered and when their "scholarship" students get average grades. (MSE)

The planning office of a large urban university produced an induced course load matrix (ICLM) analysis to support the university's plans for undergraduate enrollment growth at its three campuses. The ICLM tables, based on the complete course histories of the 1993 entering cohort, summarize the program and course selections of a cohort of students…

The educational experiment currently taking place in Cuba is viewed with optimism. (CK)

(NOTE: See HE 512 216 for journal name change information.) Studies conducted in the 1960s and 1970s of enrollment demand for higher education are reviewed. Both sociological and economic variables are investigated in the studies reviewed and a wide diversity of results is noted. (SF)

Examines cross-national data findings that female enrollment in science and engineering fields increased between 1972 and 1993 in higher education. Explains that the increase was affected by women's level of enrollments in the nonscience and nonengineering fields. Suggests a positive spillover effect for women. (CMK)

Data on foreign student enrollments include the institutions with the largest enrollments (including numbers and proportions of the overall student population), distribution by field of study, countries of origin, and the number of foreign students in each state. (MSE)

The structure of the American school system is viewed as an embodiment and source of fluidity of class boundaries. Community colleges are seen as an expression of characteristics of the educational system which reinforces the ideology that it is never too late for talent to reveal itself and be rewarded. (Author/MSE)

Data from a survey of admissions directors at urban, public universities and local (Wichita, Kansas) economic indicators were analyzed for possible relationships between the local economy and adult enrollment. Results suggest enrollments do move with the local economy, but average credit hours increase rather than decrease as the economy slows.…

According to a recent study, black athletes are entering National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I colleges at higher rates than before the 1985 imposition of toughened academic standards. Some still find the new rules discriminate against blacks and others from disadvantaged backgrounds. Even stricter rules will take effect in…

Although African Americans comprise almost one-quarter of all scholarship athletes at Division I colleges and universities, they constitute only 6 percent of full-time undergraduates there. Figures trouble academics, experts on race, and other higher education observers. The trend may reinforce stereotypes and demoralize students. More aggressive…

Cuyahoga Community College (Ohio) is forging a strong alliance with the Hispanic community of Cleveland based on shared goals and trust. A Hispanic steering committee created in 1990 brings together college administrators, staff, faculty, students, community representatives, leaders of Hispanic organizations, and community educators for outreach…

A survey concerning U.S. students abroad found American institutions have expanded overseas offerings, and student participation has increased significantly. Most students enroll in programs sponsored by their own institutions, and most choose western Europe. The typical student is a female junior liberal arts or humanities major. Other findings…

In 1992-93, foreign student enrollments at U.S. colleges and universities totaled 438,618, a 4.5% increase over the previous year. A majority came from Asia, and 87% are at four-year institutions. Data on student characteristics, enrollment by state, institutions with the largest enrollments, and countries of origin are presented. (MSE)

Trends in technology teacher education programs since 1995 include the following: the number of graduates continues to decrease; numbers receiving alternative certification are increasing; elementary-level technology education is being emphasized; undergraduate and doctoral programs are declining; and the gender/racial imbalance continues. (SK)