Evaluated differences between elderly subjects solicited by traditional, semitraditional, and nontraditional methods for a clinical trial of psychotherapy for unipolar depression. No significant differences were observed. Use of the media for subject recruitment may be especially beneficial in providing educational information to an elderly…

Describes the use of research-based and personal-based aspects of student recruitment and suggests that a creative combination of the two can lead to a more effective admissions program. (JAC)

Suggests that a combination of institution commitment, admissions professionalism and marketing know-how is a necessary prerequisite for success in today's competitive college admissions market. (BL)

Undergraduate students in education and engineering estimated the mean salaries of four groups of teachers. Prospective engineers were generally more accurate than prospective teachers, and males were more accurate than females. Salary was more important to prospective engineers, while other benefits were more important to prospective teachers.…

Shows how using videotapes proved to be a decisive factor in selecting prospective faculty among a handful of highly qualified candidates. Discusses the equipment and methods used, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure. (EL)

A diagnosis of the problems involved in carrying out affirmative action on campuses, a survey of the recruitment policies of 50 institutions, and an in-depth look at how Bloomsburg State College approached the task are presented. (Author/MLW)

Describes the methods and results of a major effort to recruit physicians for a continuing medical education research study. Analyzes shortcomings in the recruitment process and offers suggestions for obtaining higher participation rates. (JOW)

Points out that the pool of White males is insufficient to provide the number of scientists, engineers, and technicians needed in our society. Indicates that women and minorities must be encouraged to enter these fields. (JOW)

The removal of group members and the recruiting of new ones are central processes in the maintenance of a group. Bases for determining who will be expelled and who initiated are stated in the form of propositions. (Author/MLF)

This edition of "Policy Issues" addresses teacher recruitment and retention policies in play across the country. It starts by proposing a generally accepted definition of at-risk schools and making a case for why it is so important to improve teacher quality in these schools. It then takes the reader through (1) an examination of states'…

University-affiliated foundations have difficulty locating and retaining good fund-raisers. A recent survey found that demand for fund-raisers is greater than supply; only one in five is looking for a new job. This paper explains issues and lists strategies that can help affiliated foundations recruit and retain chief advancement officers and…

This monograph suggests ways in which an institution can diversify its faculty and facilitate the work of the search committee before a candidate ever reaches the interview stage. It outlines a step-by-step process to improve the likelihood of a successful search, and it recommends items to consider after a hire is confirmed to ensure that the new…

Article considered the meaning of cultural services and its meaning for career education and professional education as well as the need for primary production and delivery services. (Author/RK)

This research report tends to say that gifted students will make more effective teachers than non-gifted students. (Editor)

The author reflects on his first year as an admissions officer with special emphasis on training and professionalism. (RP)