College seniors (N=204) responded to a survey that identifies what it takes to attract college job seekers and sustain their interest beyond a signing bonus. Questions concerned: college recruiting; advertising; what sparks interest in employers; interviewing; and what college job seekers want from employers. (Author/MKA)

Argues that there is no teacher shortage; rather, the problem is an inefficient personnel system and an inflexible bureaucracy that does not allow market forces of supply and demand to work the way they do in other fields. (EV)

Analyzed the perceptions of college athletic coaches regarding the recruitment of international student athletes, focusing on coach gender, athletic association, division, institutional type, gender of sports team, and sport coached. Results indicated that these factors influences coaches' perceptions. Significant differences were revealed only…

Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of recruiting teachers from abroad, including concerns about retention and certification. Suggests that barriers to attracting qualified candidates in this country need to be removed. (JOW)

Suggests that because of the changing demographics of college students and the likelihood that they participate in paid work, the time has come for community college staff to consider ways to support student involvement in important on-campus organizations through compensation. Describes such arrangements with precedent in the campus environment,…

A method for objective preemployment interviewing that saves time and money includes (1) identifying, defining, and quantifying relevant information about applicants; (2) interpreting applicants' verbal, vocal, and visual behaviors; and (3) using interviewing techniques that could elicit more accurate information. (SK)

The following issues should be considered in charging fees to job applicants to take examinations in public agencies: legal authority to charge, purpose of fee, disposition of the money, how much to charge, whether refunds are given, effect on affirmative action, waivers for inability to pay, effect on attendance at the exam, and how much revenue…

Summarizes the five-year effort of a preengineering program to improve the recruitment and retention of underrepresented college students to pursue degrees in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology at The University of Akron. Assesses the university's successful operation of the special high school Upward Bound and preengineering…

A new book suggests that academically elite institutions may be sacrificing too much for the sake of their athletic programs. Research indicates that athletes as a group have lower test scores than other students. One of the principal problems is the way colleges commodify the recruiting process. A sidebar presents key findings about sports at…

Categorizes part-time faculty in adult and higher education as moonlighters, whose specialization matches a curricular need; migrants, who teach full time elsewhere; apprentices, graduate students seeking teaching experience; full-time wannabes; and early and semi-retirees. Discusses ways to recruit, motivate, and integrate part-time faculty. (SK)

Discusses why public sector organizations should focus on developing employment websites to supplement recruiting activities. Presents a model of job surfer behavior that should be considered when designing a website. (Contains 48 notes and references.) (JOW)

School leaders at every level must be committed to a comprehensive teacher and administrator recruitment plan that increases the pool of applicants. Strategies for contacting candidates, selling the district, facilitating the application process, screening candidates, and employing and inducting those selected are outlined. (MLH)

Surveyed recruiters on the value of international studies. Found that most would prefer students receiving an added international certificate but not those with a degree in international business or a non-discernible (fused) international education. A small number of companies with extensive international operations prefer the international…

Describes one school district's experiences using an automated substitute teacher calling system, noting that this automated system cannot help with problem of substitute teacher shortage and describing how the district worked to attract and retain high quality substitutes by examining teachers' opinions of ideal substitute teachers…

Argues that aggressive and informed recruitment efforts are needed to reflect the library and information science (LIS) profession's commitment to a diverse work force. Discusses recruitment theory, outlining personal factors influencing recruitment, and implications for practice. Makes recommendations for LIS recruitment efforts. (PEN)