Comments on E. G. Creamer and Don G. Creamer's article "Predicting Successful Organizational Change: Case Studies." Notes leadership placement in student affairs is logical but unfortunately not probable if the change is institutionwide. Raises questions about the conclusions drawn, although states a liking for the model. (ABL)

A four-step process is outlined for colleges to use in removing planning constraints, the difficulties that decrease or hinder the effective implementation of institutional change strategies. Its use on multiple complex constraints and in coping with chaos is discussed. (MSE)

This digest discusses reform in U. S. higher education. There have been many reforms in higher education in the United States, and they have been well-documented. Two profiles of recent reform initiatives are offered. One is that of student assessment, a reform movement active since the 1980s that presses all colleges and universities to measure…

This document contains revised policy and guidelines for the external evaluation of new graduate-level programs in the Oregon University System. Each institution in the Oregon University System that requests a new graduate-level or graduate degree program or a significant new option within an existing graduate program must complete an external…

This guide is based on a project titled "Shaping the Preparation of Future Science and Mathematics Faculty," a 4-year effort supported by the National Science Foundation. This volume contains lessons learned by faculty members, graduate students, and academic administrators who established innovative programs as part of the initiative. The…

Discusses the management perspectives of the transition to distributed support services for information technology at Rice University (Texas), focusing on the implementation process, changes that were required in migrating from a strong centralized organization to a distributed model, and the challenges encountered in the implementation. (MDM)

This paper characterizes published church-based health promotion programs, providing information on types of papers being published, history and growth of church involvement in health promotion, elements of program attractiveness and success, barriers to implementation, problems during implementation, and implications for practice. (Author/SM)

Examines how temporality influences the phenomena of organizational change associated with the implementation of enterprise-wide information systems. Presents an example of temporal issues and organizational change in a university setting and suggests how a temporal perspective provides insight into both the social and technical aspects of the…

Considers how the Nigerian theatre scene has been dominated by the necessity of practicing theatre that is of direct relevance to its audience in terms of acceptability and functionality. Notes that the "Tandari" experiences were intended to contribute to the reformation process of young people in prison. Documents the process, findings…

Successful accelerated degree programs should be learner focused, market sensitive, accessible, and high quality. They should offer a variety of options and excellent customer service. Key elements include institutional purpose, decision-making process, curricular design, adjunct faculty, marketing, and promotional materials. (SK)

Addresses: (1) "What general problems have been experienced in the introduction and implementation of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in university teaching and learning?"; (2) "What is needed to secure better ICT implementation in the future?"; and (3) "What mission might be formulated for international…

Discusses the need to help nursing students develop a global perspective as they prepare to practice nursing. Describes the international and transcultural content in the undergraduate program at the School of Nursing at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. (JOW)

Recent Australian higher education reforms envisioned creation of a unified national system (with a smaller number of larger institutions) through institutional mergers. This article discusses the merger of two Melbourne institutions, La Trobe University and Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences, focusing on key issues that delayed the merger for…

Implementation is a more important management problem than design of marketing strategy. Business schools must rethink both content and teaching methods to address this issue. (SK)

The department chair's responsibilities for program planning and development are discussed, embracing three broad areas: conception and development of new projects, application and inclusion of projects in the department's course of study, and cultivation of agreement and support within the wider college community. (LB)