Students try to fashion for themselves a simplified and intelligible picture of the world and then to substitute that for the world of experience. Student personnel workers often resist this displacement and intervene in the development of each student. This obstructs development for some students. (Author)

Students nominated for a leadership training course were randomly assigned to experimental and control groups in a post-test-only research project. Training did not produce significant differences between these groups in terms of experimental variables. (Author)

This working paper's purpose is to stimulate study, analysis, discussion, criticism, and response among CUPA membership during 1977, from which the Board will draft a long-range plan. Topics covered include: implications of change for the profession; needs, services, and strategies; and organizational structure and coordination. (LBH)

If admissions officers are to meet the challenge of creatively and professionally managing the problems associated with the admissions field in times of stable or declining enrollments, admissions directors will need to identify, seek, and attain competencies characteristic of professionals. (Author)

This study, presented at the NASPA convention, Dallas, 1976, reviews a research project of Student Affairs placement to provide a base line for professional hiring patterns. (Author)

Discusses the redefinition of the traditional title, "Dean of Women," concerning development needs of both women students and student personnel administrators. (Author)

Offers a method of implementing the idea that supervision of resident assistants is central to the effectiveness of a residence life program, by proposing a developmental supervision strategy for supervisors in student affairs. Tabulated information offers supervisors specific strategies for processing the experiences and maximizing the…

Examines the phenomenon of sophomore slump, a phase in their college years when students often feel depressed, frustrated, anxious, or dissatisfied. Encourages student affairs professionals to recognize the existence of sophomore slump and to provide support for students. Suggests three strategies for helping students: developing special programs,…

Based on a literature review and survey of existing programs, this preventive outreach program emphasizes staff training to prepare college staff to implement outreach efforts following the suicide attempt or death of a student on campus. Offers specific guidelines for management on the suicide crisis, with special attention focused on the friends…

Assessed the attitudes of 409 Collegiate Coordinators for Disabled Students using the Attitudes Toward Disabled Persons Scale-O. Although results showed all participants were more accepting of disabled persons than was the general population, female CCDSs under 40 were the most accepting. (JAC)

Suggests guidelines for college administrators who deal with the media. Discusses social responsibility theory and presents suggestions for student affairs personnel in planning for crisis communication. Stresses the need for accurate, honest information which doesn't compromise the institution legally. (JAC)

Examined the persistence in student affairs work of 170 graduates between 1971 and 1981 of a master's program in student personnel. Presents an analysis of retention rates, timing of job moves, and attitudes. Results showed a significant attrition, and raised questions about the stability of the student personnel field. (JAC)

Surveyed 660 students, 330 faculty, 130 professional staff and 78 residence hall staff to assess the educational environment of the residence halls. All groups perceived residents halls as a pleasant experience but agreed that appropriate levels of quiet were not maintained. Several recommendations are presented. (JAC)

Moral education is an issue that higher education has often avoided. This paper begins with a critical review of the role higher education institutions have taken in the moral education of students and how that role relates to institutional mission. It continues by proposing an educationally defensible moral and ethical standard and finally…

This book is based upon the author's personal journal, chronicling her triumphs and challenges during her first year as a Student Services Administrative Officer. The author speaks candidly as we follow her journey to become a successful vice president. She provides valuable leadership, management, and professional development advice and offers a…