Discusses the inequities of the "publish or perish" syndrome in university departments, suggesting that translation be considered a valid publication form for language professors. (AM)

A means of reducing teacher anxiety is explored. Administrative policy geared toward a warm and friendly atmosphere that fosters group supportiveness is recommended. (JC)

Presents a short biographical essay on Herbert E. Hawkes who died in 1943. Before becoming dean of Columbia College, he had published noteworthy textbooks on mathematics and had taught at Yale and Columbia. His educational and administrative policies are reviewed here. (BEF)

Discusses restrictions regarding use of bibliographic data bases, cites their rationale in terms of cooperation in input creation, economics and administrative control, and notes their effect on use. (Author/CWM)

Makes recommendations regarding physiology in health professional schools, as (1) only one physiology department located on a campus; (2) schools requiring instruction should contribute funds to department supplying instruction; (3) instruction should involve several people; (4) search committees should involve all participating departments; (5)…

A survey of the sexual behavior of 89 adults with autism living in group homes found that the majority of individuals were engaging in some form of sexual behavior. Masturbation was the most common sexual behavior; however, person-oriented sexual behaviors with obvious signs of arousal were also found. Information regarding group home sexuality…

Offers three questions that administrators should ask themselves before adopting an administrative rule aimed at reducing the detrimental effect of negative employees: What is the purpose? Will this actually accomplish the purpose? How will our most positive and productive staff members feel about it? Describes two scenarios wherein the three…

Discusses two cases that illustrate the reasoning used by courts to uphold attorneys' fees to parents who prevail in Education of the Handicapped Act (EHA) administrative proceedings. (MLF)

Discusses the realities in the present and future recruiting of minority faculty members. Argues that the securing of an appropriate representation of minority faculty, although a current resolve of most institutions, will be an extended process that faces numerous obstacles and will not easily be achieved. (KEH)

Nursing schools are urged to create and equip task forces to formulate policy concerning Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Guidelines are given for selection of task force members and for content of policy. (Author/MSE)

A thorough review of governing board bylaws will help ensure that the fundamental framework for the institution's governance is legally sound, up to date, and appropriate for its current circumstances. Serious bylaw reviews deal with fundamental college issues, and resulting discussions frequently identify basic issues or problems previously…

College investment policy concerning the mix of stocks and bonds in the endowment portfolio has been made far too complicated. Except for unusual circumstances, the equity (common stocks) percentage should be very high. Total investment in equities will generate enormous differences in endowment fund value over a long period of time. (MSE)

School administrators should develop a clear policy statement prohibiting sexual harassment; create guidelines to implement the policy; and designate a key administrator to oversee and ensure compliance with laws related to sexual harassment. Lists steps for dealing with a claim, what teachers can do to protect themselves from claims, and what a…

Identifies the growing problems of sexual harassment on college campuses. Outlines current institutional policies and legal debates concerning this issue. Provides firsthand insight of one administrator's experiences and thoughts on the process of adopting and working with a sexual harassment policy. (HB)

Discusses the psychology of anger as a basis for dealing with anger-related problems that arise at camp. Camp staff may have problems with anger that are not identified by staff screening. The camp staff manual should contain a written policy regarding overt displays of anger. Guidelines suggest the use of anger during conflict resolution. (CDS)