Describes the importance of fostering cooperation between the business and academic affairs divisions, suggesting that rifts between the divisions can lead to serious organizational conflicts. Indicates that college administrators should reduce the causes of conflict, initiate cooperation, and encourage wider participation of divisional leaders in…

School-based development and self-evaluation were introduced at 16 Scottish schools. After 15 months, 5 schools had made substantial progress toward their chosen priorities, whereas 2 had hardly begun. Conflicts were evident between the collegiate style of self-evaluation and the hierarchical power structure in most schools. (SV)

A professional, effective, and efficient college alumni office is the key to linking loyal alumni and campus. A wise alumni administrator will also increase alumni participation through communication, become involved and influential in campus affairs, gain the support of the president, and offer a program valuable to constituents. (MSE)

Discusses relationships among teachers, curriculum package authors, and publishers. Describes the Atlantic Science Curriculum Project's reform efforts. Recommends that curriculum development projects include: (1) lengthy informal development; (2) combined testing of design and materials; (3) the withholding of contracts until materials are in…

All international endeavors of major size and duration have been conducted under the concept of construction program management. Examples in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Brazil, and Guyana illustrate the constancy and coordination that international construction program management provides. (MLF)

Because faculty and administrators never developed effective ways to work together to set institutional priorities, little progress was made in improving undergraduate education, in assessing what students learn, and in creating a curriculum and an environment supporting student diversity. Governance issues are seen as related to cooperation. (MSE)

Reviews papers in this special issue. Proposes additional papers on student teachers' lack of expertise in early childhood education; the role of early childhood education professionals in working with schools; early childhood education programs that have succeeded under difficult conditions; and articulation of links between early childhood and…

Faculty and administrators committed to the goals of reflective thinking should establish closer relationships with student affairs staff, both to explore a richer definition of the outcomes and means of learning and to make better use of students' out-of-class experiences as an intentional tool for reflection and learning. (MSE)

If trustees tried to abolish tenure, the resulting conflict would overwhelm intended gains. A more productive approach is to examine how trustees can work with administrators and faculty to make tenure policies and practices work for the institution. The governing board's role differs from that of faculty and administration. (Author/MSE)

Difficulties encountered by individuals employed in international trade in foreign countries are examined, particularly as they concern the authority structure of the host country. It is recommended that multinational companies teach their employees to view behavior by colleagues, superiors, and subordinates in their cultural contexts,…

Advice is offered to entertainment agencies about the ways in which campus activities programing occurs, program budget considerations, contracts, understanding trends in the college market for entertainment, and ways to establish and keep a good reputation. The advice is illustrated with telephone conversations between an agent and a student…

Advice to help a college or school development officer work effectively with a new chief executive officer includes participating in the search, making early contacts with the new administrator, coordinating working styles, keeping staff informed and comfortable with new processes, and launching new fund-raising initiatives as soon as possible.…

This article argues that higher education accreditation is in disarray and that institutional leaders are not active in resolving self-regulation or accrediting problems. Central issues needing attention include public involvement in governance of the accreditation process, meaningful recognition of accreditation, uniform standards, and…

Describes one British teacher's study of teacher appraisal at his secondary school. The study discussed school-based practitioner research, gleaning perspectives about appraisal from colleagues, and encouraging dialogue regarding various concepts. Questionnaires and interviews with colleagues indicated a need for positive professional…

Discusses findings of a survey of 18 women music educators. Reports the educators' career paths, reasons for job changes, and professional influences. Reveals their appraisals of the importance of mentoring and goal setting and their definitions of success. Argues that it is up to women music educators to nurture one another. (SG)