A literature review on the topic of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) in the workplace is presented with these objectives: (1) to identify the myths and realities of the disease; (2) to identify AIDS-related issues in the workplace; and (3) to identify how employers and companies handle and respond to AIDS in the workplace. Terms related…

The undesirable conditions facing higher education today are multi-faceted, and not simply due to the advances made by collective bargaining. The consequences of collective bargaining are most notably apparent within the areas of effective governance, and the enhancement of the civil rights and moral responsibilities of educators. (Author/NHM)

Management should recognize and consider both the advantages of early retirement programs and the countervailing forces of financial conditions, individual attitudes, and age discrimination laws. (Available from American Management Associations, Subscription Services, Box 319, Saranac Lake, NY 12983; $15.00 annually) (Author/MLF)

After examining the case law in this area, the comment concludes that the scope of grievance arbitration should be coextensive with the scope of collective bargaining. This broad scope of grievance arbitration can be achieved without destroying a school board's ability to manage its schools. (Author)

Presents the AAUP's recommended institutional regulation for termination of an appointment based on factors beyond the affected individual's control. (Author/PG)

The Paper and Paper Products Industry Training Board has been a vigorous promoter of industrial relations by establishing various programs and activities such as training trades union representatives, a syllabus for additional training courses, and courses for managers and supervisors. (BP)

The authors describe multiple approaches to the problem of definition, stratification, and personnel policy applicable to the professional, non-faculty work force found in most American universities. (Editor)

This group of six documents has been developed to help employers focus on the growing needs of employees who are concerned about and/or are caring for older relatives. The materials have been designed so that each component can be used individually, allowing employers to tailor programs to their needs. This kit includes information on how to…

A description is given of the work and resources of the Wellness Councils of America, a national umbrella organization established to provide direction and support services to community-based Wellness Councils. A Wellness Council is a membership organization made up of employers that promote wellness programs at the worksite. (JD)

Someone who has a learning disability has difficulty in perceiving, understanding, and using information from the environment. This disability can cause problems in reading, listening, speaking, writing, spelling, or performing mathematics. Furthermore, learning disabilities may affect motor functioning, memory, and attention. Because a growing…

This booklet contains two papers on Western European countries' attempt to deal with illegal immigration through employer sanctions. In "Deterrence without Discrimination," Mark J. Miller discusses the sanctions employed by France and the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG). Evidence from the early years of enforcement reveals that due to…

In research on job satisfaction and on supervisor/subordinate relationships, there has been a focus on subordinates' satisfaction with their supervisors. In contrast, this study examined supervisor satisfaction with subordinates. Subjects (N=58) were bank supervisors attending a training program. Supervisors completed questionnaires on themselves…

A new phase of the faculty bargaining movement has begun, with increased administrative sophistication and student involvement; but only enlightened policymakers can keep universities from following the traditional industrial model. (Editor)

The purpose of this study is to provide an initial understanding of the dynamics and consequences of collective bargaining at one institution of higher education and provide a base for further research. (Editor/PG)

Women's place in educational administration is embryonic, according to this writer. The tongue-in-cheek technique points up some ridiculous incongruities between the attitudes toward and the realities of women administrators. (Editor)