This study of African American student affairs administrators at predominantly White institutions (PWIs) derives four strategies that leaders at PWIs may consider when attempting to retain this population: communicate and integrate a philosophy of fairness into the campus environment; develop or support mentoring opportunities; empower African…

Funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) typically has lagged behind traditionally White counterparts. This study compared spending per student for student affairs at HBCUs with traditionally White counterparts. Results indicated there was no statistically significant difference in spending between the two types of…

This article proposes that the success of student affairs professionals is more closely tied to their ability to construct and manage essential relationships during their careers than any other activity. The author discusses essential principles and skills in developing and managing professional relationships. (GCP)

Student affairs leaders describe why ethical considerations are so critical for making tough decisions and resolving complex problems in everyday work. (Author)

Provides insight on the role of the historically Black Greek letter organization advisor. Provides a brief history of the emergence of Black Greek letter organizations followed by an overview of prominent issues impacting these organizations. Concludes with recommendations to HBGLO advisors, student affairs personnel, and other campus-based…

Provides an overview of the concerns related to credit card usage by college students. Offers information student affairs professionals can use to help college students make responsible choices. (Contains 26 references.) (GCP)

This article provides an introduction to the concept of community. The article begins with a definition of Student Affairs' Community, outcomes of community development, and provides a supporting framework upon which to establish and maintain community. It also includes essential commitments that campuses must make to create campus community.…

Discusses first revision of "Statement of Ethical and Professional Standards" (American College Personnel Association, 1981). Outlines process used by the organization's Ethics Revision Committee and changes made in the revision. Concludes that the revisions made have resulted in easily referenced document that provides direction for…

Provides the text of the "Statement of Ethical Principles and Standards" of the American College Personnel Association. The statement notes that its contents complement the American Association of Counseling and Development's "Ethical Standards" (1988) by addressing issues particularly relevant to college student affairs…

Provides student affairs professional with information useful for establishing evaluation and accountability procedures. Examines barriers to accountability and evaluation, making a commitment to evaluation, identifying program goals and objectives, data collection, and the final report. (NB)

Reviews requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act for college placement staff and answers questions most frequently asked about college placement staff's responsibilities. Includes list of 10 practical tips and a copy of a sample form for colleges to maintain necessary information. (ABL)

Offers guidelines to assist chief student affairs officers and other student affairs personnel in dealing with media. Introduces general considerations in areas of institutional policy, institutional environment, media relationships, and personal issues then goes on to suggest ways to manage the immediate media situation, manage an issue from the…

Presents results from survey of 610 College Placement Council members to determine causes of career counselor stress. Offers 13 suggestions for relieving stress: learn to relax, resist perfectionism, learn to laugh, listen to soft music, try stress inoculation, practice desensitization, get organized, physical exercise, healthy lifestyles, get…

Attempts to bring insight to student affairs professionals concerning impact that institutional programs, beyond classroom environment, have on minority student leaders. Focuses especially on African American leaders at predominantly white institutions who may face identity crisis and/or lack of value and belief affirmations from their…

Examines the professional career and personal characteristics of Scott Goodnight, a pioneer in the field of student personnel work and the first president of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (then known as the National Association of Deans and Advisors of Men). (Author/NB)