Using Current Population Survey data, this article examines the current activities of men of prime working age (25-54 years) who withdraw from the labor force; most cited illness, disability, or school as reasons for nonparticipation in 1976. (Editor/TA)

The Midwest, Plains, and Delta are among the regions hit hardest by the current farm crisis. The vulnerability of an area to the financial crisis in farming depends on the financial conditions of its farmers, its dependence on farming--especially on export-sensitive crops--and the strength of its nonfarm economy. (JHZ)

This article focuses on women aged 55 and older who work. It presents an overview of the group's work activity, occupational distribution, education, and earnings, and discusses these characteristics as they vary according to marital status and race. Data came primarily from the Current Population Survey. (JOW)

Surveys 1987 graduates of journalism and mass communication programs to determine demographics, grade distribution, co-curricular activities, first jobs, employment status, type of work, job satisfaction, salaries, employment trends, and evaluation of college preparation. (MS)

Describes the reduced employment opportunities for library and information science professionals in the United Kingdom as a result of financial constraints and restructuring in the public and private sectors. The need to train students in skills required by employers to meet employment demands is discussed. (40 references) (CLB)

Reviews topics from editorials in "Graduating Engineer" in the 1980's. Discusses the state of the economy at present, as well as new technology and jobs in engineering fields. Cites manufacturing excellence as a present theme in the engineering field. (CW)

A survey of CASE and three other associations of higher education administrators showed a high turnover rate (17.3%) in advancement offices. Turnover rates for functional area, type of institution, size of unit, and voluntary and involuntary terminations are shown. (MLW)

Provides background information indicating the need to significantly increase the retention of full-time ethnic minority faculty. Offers suggestions for increasing minority faculty that involve (1) exchange or unilateral programs, (2) industry loan programs, (3) part-time faculty, (4) summer school faculty, (5) retired minority professionals, and…

A survey of 1,629 United States rehabilitation facilities and organizations revealed that more developmentally disabled persons are now being hired in competitive employment settings and that job retention is good. Data also confirm that the movement of this population into competitive work settings is both realistic and financially sound.…

Describes trends and developments that are influencing child day care. (HOD)

Data from a British survey of recent university graduates' employment and graduate study patterns are used to explore the possibility of constructing indicators of institutional success in achieving suitable graduate placement. (MSE)

The teacher supply-demand characteristics at a large urban school district are quantitatively assessed using a set of differential equations based upon the Arrow-Capron model and a 17-year database. Includes five tables. (MD)

Discusses the increase of women in the labor force; the role of divorce, the women's movement, and marriage at a later age; older women in the work force; economic factors; the kinds of jobs women hold and the earnings they receive; and the implications for vocational education. (CT)

The author states that moving more women into nontraditional occupations in the future will depend on the willingness of employers and educators alike to continue to accept the challenge to do so--to be innovative in their approaches and to persevere despite tenacious beliefs about stereotypical women's roles. (CT)

Answers the following questions: How does a Ph.D. degree differ from other postgraduate education? Why do people seek Ph.D.'s? How long does it take? How are graduate studies financed? and What kind of work do people with a Ph.D. do? (CT)