Analyses of data from a survey of undergraduate students at a research institution were completed to determine whether self-reported experiences with sexual violence varied by gender and Greek affiliation. Significant differences were found by both gender and Greek affiliation for sexual victimization, sexual victimization with alcohol, and sexual…

Explores relationships between background characteristics, dualism, motivations, and measures of cultural immersion for college students engaged in an international exchange program. (Author)

Surveys college students to determine the impact of the Florida Clean Indoor Air Act on student life. Results show that smoking regulations were well supported by the majority of students, represented an inconvenience to smokers rather than a deterrent to smoking and that such restrictions are unlikely to lead to conflict among students. (MKA)

Attempts to validate a model of bicultural orientation for Hispanic college students. Results support a bicultural orientation model, using acculturation and ethnic identity as constructs. Implications for student affair professions are discussed, along with suggestions for future research. (Author/MKA)

Evaluates the effectiveness of the three components of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators Minority Undergraduate Fellows Program--campus-based experience, Summer Leadership Institute, and Summer Internship. Participants in the study included all mentors and fellows involved with the program since its beginning, with the…

Reviews legal issues surrounding the constitutionality of the Violence Against Women Act, which is currently being tested in federal courts. Provides background information for judicial officers, policymakers, health educators, women's advocates, and student affairs professionals who work regularly with women students. (Author/MKA)

Highlights different types of student involvement, summarizes key findings, and identifies significant gaps in research regarding how student involvement on college campuses impacts student development and learning. Suggests that student affairs administrators need to continue the exploration on the importance of college student involvement.…

Discusses Simulated State University (SSU), an experimental learning exercise designed to integrate technology and provide a safe forum for students in a second-year internship seminar to act as entry-level professionals. Provides suggestions for implementing SSU in both counseling and student affairs preparation programs. (Author/MKA)

Explores gender, class, and ethnicity differences of 400 undergraduate students to assess their attitudes toward rape victims. Although no significant differences were found by class or ethnicity, a significant difference was found by gender. Men reported a higher score than women, denoting more unfavorable attitudes toward rape victims. (MKA)

Summarizes information concerning the 39 student affairs master's degree preparation programs in the Southern Association for College Student Affairs region. Examines the program representatives' views about the accreditation and professional standards, the number of preparation programs, expected program changes, and other trends. (Author/MKA)

Surveys 344 student affairs administrators concerning burnout and related factors. Women reported higher levels of emotional exhaustion; men and women differed with respect to many personal and job-related characteristics and activities, and the relationship between emotional exhaustion and many of the characteristics and activities differed for…

Presents a model for student affairs professionals that utilizes the classroom to teach lessons typically not included in standard academic curricula. The proposed collaborative model demonstrates the importance of building relations with faculty, conducting extensive planning and preparation, promoting teamwork among student affairs staff…

Examines the perceptions of presidents, directors of retention, and directors of minority student affairs regarding the importance of 18 functions listed in a standards manual for minority student programs. Assesses the past, current, and future importance of offices of minority student affairs in improving retention rates, as perceived by these…

Drawing on students' experiences, examines ways that Electronic Discussion Lists (EDLs) can enhance a sense of community on a college campus. Provides a brief history of electronic mail and discussion groups and outlines the uses of EDLs, such as its effectiveness in voicing complaints and in clarifying values. (RJM)

Describes a career-planning workshop for parents of high school students. Suggests ways that college student affairs professionals can offer similar workshops as both a public service activity and as a recruitment effort. Argues that such efforts provide a way for student affairs professionals to nurture students' career development. (RJM)