Follow-up studies of doctoral graduates at Ohio State and Michigan State are compared. The survey considered alumni perceptions of guidance committee activities, course work, comprehensive examinations, and dissertations. (Author/MLW)

It's talking, listening, and doing plus the enthusiasm and efforts of interested alumni that make the Extern Program at Allegheny College Special. (Author)

This study examined what faculty, alumni, and current students at Boise State University (BSU) in Idaho thought about the core curriculum and how well it met stated goals. 0n addition, comparisons are offered between BSU students and students at a sample of other four-year institutions. Faculty, alumni, and student surveys were conducted in 1996…

Using multilevel modeling to analyze survey data from 1,532 alumni from a large research university, this study proposes to examine the impact that departments have on student satisfaction. Controlling for individual characteristics, researchers found that characteristics of departments such as size, faculty contact with students, research…

A regular and well-managed program providing commentary articles for the op-ed page of local and regional newspapers can increase an institution's exposure and impress alumni and prospective students. Suggestions are given for starting such a program and for successful media relationships. (MSE)

Dunbar High School in Little Rock (Arkansas) was a segregated public school that served Black students from 1930 to 1955. A survey of Dunbar graduates revealed that the school was a central factor in preparing them to become qualified, contributing adults. (Author/WD)

Program reviews for alumni administration are advocated. Cooperative planning; creating a formal study committee for sorting out ideas, getting preliminary direction, reviewing past programs, and discussing possible changes; program evaluation; and encouraging change are discussed. (MLW)

The concept of public relations and its importance in a vocational education program are described in this article. Such program elements as research, planning, finance, administration, and evaluation are discussed. Public relations efforts concerning staff members, administration, students and alumni, parents, organizations and agencies,…

Surveying alumni who had taken a basic communication course, this study obtained perspectives on communication training. Most alumni felt their speech classes prepared them "fairly well" for on-the-job communication. Although all communication skills were rated as important, interpersonal skills were rated somewhat higher than public speaking…

Career Educaton Trips initiated by Emory & Henry College to give students an opportunity to hear alumni reflect on the working world and the advantages an E&H education provides are described. The trips consisted of two-day visits by students to alumni at their work sites and in their homes. (MLW)

Adopting management by objectives is a way to improve the operation of small college development offices and increase the tenure of the development officer. The MBO concept is discussed as a means of setting goals, determining ways to accomplish goals, and measuring success. A development office statement of objectives is included. (MLW)

The survival of the alumni magazine in its traditional format and the ability to find money to continue publishing during inflationary times are discussed. The "voluntary subscription," direct mail campaign, and the use of advertising are described. (MLW)

A survey of 1976-78 graduates shows almost three-quarters in the labor force, with average salaries of $14,610 (men) and $12,020 (women). Unemployment rates were 9.8 percent (men) and 6.1 percent (women), higher for 1978 graduates. Over 40 percent pursued further training. Program implications are discussed. (MSE)

Presents the text of an interview with Robert Brustein, Dean of the Yale School of Drama and Artistic Director of the Yale Repertory Theatre from 1966 until 1979. Discusses his work with experimental theater at Yale and the place of theater and drama in the university and society. (PD)

College and university fund-raisers are reminded that reunions are not only for alumni, but also for other constituencies: parents, grandparents, townspeople, local government officials, and volunteers. (MSE)