The recent creation of Web 2.0 applications dramatically alters the ways in which universities recruit and educate students. Technology insiders usually attribute the phrase "Web 2.0" to Tim O'Reilly, author and publisher of the ubiquitous O'Reilly series of technology books (http://oreilly.com). Although there is no shortage of definitions of Web…

For collegians, cocurricular opportunities (that is, experiences outside the classroom) are plentiful. Tossing Frisbees, socializing in town pubs, or attending an evangelical worship service are three examples from the wide range of cocurricular options that college students have for augmenting their academic pursuits. Many new collegians hit the…

Collaborations between student affairs professionals and faculty are typically viewed as essential to the creation of successful student learning environments. Yet, the author warns that collaborations are more complicated than they may first appear. As someone who has been a student affairs administrator and a faculty member, the author has had a…

Understanding culture is a critical part of the work of creating educational environments that meet the needs of diverse students. The three ethnographic works reviewed in this article can, each in its own way, inform the work of crafting an educational practice that is more responsive to students' cultural heritage. (BF)

Is the campus tour merely a public relations tool or is it an opportunity to show prospective students the complex nature of university campus communities? All campus rituals convey important messages; are those messages in line with reality? This article takes an in-depth look at Miami University's campus tour to examine these questions.…

Reports on an 18-month study of a small residential college. Discusses four important aspects of contemporary college students, such as their holistic view of life, and suggests ways for educators at colleges and universities to enrich their understanding of student life. (RJM)