This article is based upon the 2003 24th Annual Charles H. Thompson Lecture at Howard University. It devotes attention to the nexuses between Ralph Bunche's scholarly publications and diplomatic speeches and their relationships to contemporary university plans and programs to address ongoing crises. In-depth interviews with a university chancellor…

Compares the concepts and goals of affirmative action in the U.S. and South Africa. Examines positions on equity and affirmative action expressed by various South African educational-policy documents and government officials. Presents case-study data on affirmative action and institutional change at four South African universities. Contains 25…

Examines the relationship between socioeconomic status and ethnic characteristics of the family and the female Kenyan student's perception of her career opportunities. Presents 1975 data collected from students in six secondary and higher educational institutions in Kenya. (Author/GC)

Critically examines the factors continuing to impede the integral presence of African American women in pivotal decision-making positions in colleges and universities. Interviews with three African American women who were among the first deans or associate deans of education at leading schools are presented, detailing their experiences and views…