Described are the university training centers for engineers in France. The profiles of applicants, the distribution of students over different specializations, and the salary progression for engineering graduates are discussed. (KR)

Describes a model for transmitting environmental understanding, ethic, and action into the community via tertiary institutions in summer programing for high school students. Beyond the educational value of the program, it is cited as good promotion of the tertiary institution. (Author/MCO)

Surveyed 727 principal admission officers at private, 4-year undergraduate liberal arts colleges in U.S. concerning direct mail marketing. Found that 87 percent of respondents reported currently using direct mail marketing, suggesting that it represents a fundamental building block for vast majority of inquiry and applicant pools. Concludes that,…

Although African Americans comprise almost one-quarter of all scholarship athletes at Division I colleges and universities, they constitute only 6 percent of full-time undergraduates there. Figures trouble academics, experts on race, and other higher education observers. The trend may reinforce stereotypes and demoralize students. More aggressive…

To address the need for teachers of color, an enrollment management model was used for recruitment and retention at a midwestern university. Recruitment, admissions, registration, student progress, advising, and placement services were integrated in the plan, representing total institutional commitment to remove barriers to success for this…

A survey of 203 colleges and universities investigated disparities in spending on men's and women's sports. Survey data on the distribution of men and women students and athletes and differential spending (amounts and percentages) on athletics scholarships, programs, and recruitment are displayed in tables and analyzed. (MSE)

Cuyahoga Community College (Ohio) is forging a strong alliance with the Hispanic community of Cleveland based on shared goals and trust. A Hispanic steering committee created in 1990 brings together college administrators, staff, faculty, students, community representatives, leaders of Hispanic organizations, and community educators for outreach…

An Australian study investigated attitudes of 357 foreign university students and 359 Australian students concerning each other's friendliness, extent of current contact in/out of class, and preferred level of contact. Differences in the two groups' perceptions were found, associated with degree program. Differences between Australians and…

Contends that college and university admissions professionals must find and supply tangible evidence that successfully distinguishes their institution from others the college-bound student is considering. Considers personal marketing, the campus visit, and important points to make in interviews with potential students and their parents. (NB)

Discussion of job satisfaction among ethnic minority librarians emphasizes the importance of four areas: planning, recruitment, hiring, and staff acceptance and retention. Factors of job satisfaction are described; ethnicity and ethnic minority demographics are discussed; and literature that addresses librarian satisfaction is reviewed, including…

Methods for college and university administrators to attract and retain nontraditional minority students are outlined. They are based on effective use of institutional resources to identify and address this population's specific needs and creation of a framework of support and understanding that encourages students to commit themselves to higher…

Study of primary and secondary Australian teachers identified causes of high turnover in locations difficult to staff. A questionnaire examined stability, mobility, education, current appointment, and future preferences. Teachers preferred the familiar or desirable areas. Student teaching experience in difficult locations increased the likelihood…

Discusses the development of vocational schools in China. Attributes the slow growth of technical education to government interest. Defines the primary problem as a shortage of good teachers. Suggests that regular universities adjust their specialities and that vocational schools recruit retired professionals and set up teacher training programs.…

Santa Clara University (California), located where housing costs are high, has developed a faculty housing assistance program to retain faculty. It consists of a shared appreciation mortgage loan, a low interest down payment loan program, and a rental stipend program to give tenure-track faculty an opportunity to save for home purchase. (MSE)

Responses from 574 of 827 students in introductory home economics classes identified positive influences in selecting home economics as a major: friends, high school home economics teachers, and home economics faculty. Negative influences were family, other high school teachers, radio advertisements, and campus recruitment. (SK)