Faculty development programs ignore the dimensions of personal development that are crucial to effectiveness. The context in which faculty careers evolve are described and the opportunities that exist for "enlightened" colleges and universities to act responsibly and productively in promoting faculty development are outlined. (MLW)

Recent changes in the quality of faculty life were traced, and the consequences of these changes for the future of higher education are assessed. Shifts in the faculty's demographic characteristics, compensation, work environment, status, and morale, and in the quality of new faculty are discussed. (MLW)

An article based on a 3-year study of the American professoriate is presented. The academic labor market, it is concluded, may be heading into unprecedented competition for the best talent. Improvement of the work environment may be as important as growth in compensation. (MLW)

Outlines the predicaments facing the academic profession and focuses on four major propositions: (1) the decline of the faculty condition; (2) low faculty morale; (3) declining career competitiveness; and (4) the teaching/research dilemma. Concludes that the academic profession in the United States stands at a crossroads. (IW)

The impact of upheavals in U.S. higher education on the professoriate was examined, focusing on such factors as declines in enrollment and governmental support, and shifts in enrollment among fields of study. Characteristics of faculty were identified, including their tasks and capabilities, personal background, attitudes and values, emergent…