In the prospective student interview, how a counselor communicates can greatly affect the student's college decision. A change, however, from the college-focused to the student-focused interview will not only increase student interest but will also create a more positive image of the college. (Author)

Creative use of future planning as a staff development tool can have short- and long-term benefits for the individual and the organization. Its potential for stimulating creativity, reducing crisis management, and developing staff cohesion is unequaled. The individual, the organization, the technology and the manager are the important factors.…

In contrast to the increase in minority student enrollment, no striking differences in the employment of women and minority persons can be seen in this 1974 data. Although women had made some gains in the assumption of leadership positions, minority persons remained at essentially the same level as in 1972. (Author)

Describes a program evaluation measure for assessing college student development intervention outcomes. Outlines the management, student-centered, and implementation approaches of the measure and examines the model's application in student development. Uses two case examples in which the model is applied to student services assessment projects to…

Explores three dimensions of student services'"place" in rising administrative costs: (1) student services' share of administrative expenditure increases relative to other branches of administration; (2) the extent to which student services are being cut or privatized; and (3) the extent to which student services are reconceptualizing…

Provides a summary of key propositions on how college students may optimize their learning experience by using programs and interventions offered through student affairs. Organizes what is known about the learning process as propositions that can guide student affairs professionals toward the design and implementation of strategies that enhance…

Within the context of the community college, explores student affairs programs designed to support student success and learning. Suggests 10 expectations for a comprehensive, learning-oriented student affairs program. Discusses the community college setting, issues affecting student learning, and resources. Highlights strategies for working with…

Examines the role of orientation programs from a student learning perspective and reviews current orientation programming practices. Argues that orientation programs facilitate the transition and integration of students into the college learning environment. Describes some exemplary orientation activities which demonstrate the varied aspects of…

Describes and discusses courses offered by student affairs staff, excluding courses offered by student affairs practitioners, as part of student affairs preparation programs. Focuses on undergraduate courses and emphasizes learning outcomes associated with various courses. Discusses goals and course objectives, course materials, instructional…

Explores the period between the end of high school and the beginning of college. Focuses on transition programs for undergraduate students of traditional age with disabilities and examines legislative impetus; state activities; model transition programs; transition results; and implications for campus student services staff, such as campus…

Looks at the literature on retention, ecosystems theory, and new roles for student affairs, with an emphasis on involving students with disabilities in the university. Examines value-added outcomes, human worth and dignity, trust, communication, and other values. Explores a three-step model and outlines the responsibilities of student affairs…

Advocates that campus professionals, particularly student affairs professionals, refocus on student learning in all its dimensions. Discusses research and learning, students' 24-hour needs, engaging in professional inquiry, collegiality, and classroom assessment techniques. Reiterates that learning is the goal of all education and that students…

This chapter describes lessons learned about facilities planning through the implementation of several renovation and new building projects on a small private college campus. Student development professionals can add considerable value to the success of such projects in both philosophical and practical areas. (Author)

Surveyed National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (N=137) and found most personnel administrators valued leadership development opportunities. Discusses student personnel professional leadership education programs, leadership development experiences, and attitudes toward leadership education. (Author/CM)

Examined graduate students' and new professionals' choices and satisfaction with careers, preparation programs, and mentor relationships. Findings from four phases of longitudinal study begun in 1983 with graduate students in student development field suggest that entering students need to be adequately informed about changing career options in…