Discussion of the need for library administration to change from traditional methods based on power and competition focuses on the concept of servant-leadership. Explains characteristics of a servant-leader, including being authentic, being present, being vulnerable and choosing appropriate responses, being accepting, and being useful. (LRW)

Conducted a national survey of deans, faculty, and department chairs to isolate what each group perceived as important skills for a department chair to have. Responses of 30 deans, 198 faculty and 56 chairs show some consistency among ratings, with some gender differences and statistically significant differences in seven of eight administration…

This study examined the perceived essential behavioral leadership qualities necessary for effective leadership by principals and superintendents in schools for students with visual impairments. Findings of a survey of administrators at 25 schools in 25 states suggest that people-oriented leadership qualities are perceived to be better suited for…

Spelman College has chosen one of its own alumnae, Audrey Manley, acting Surgeon General of the United States, as its eighth president. Some controversy accompanies the appointment. Manley is the widow of former Spelman President Albert Manley. (MSE)

Describes the everyday micropolitical facilitative strategies and personal characteristics of exemplary principals who have influenced and enhanced teachers' sense of empowerment. Data were drawn from a qualitative study that interviewed 275 teachers in 11 schools affiliated with C.D. Glickman's League of Professional Schools in Georgia.…

Describes common characteristics of effective leaders, such as insight, strong interpersonal skills, self-growth, flexibility, and communications. Includes examples of effective leadership provided by an assistant superintendent, a middle-school principal, and an elementary-school principal. (PKP)

Examines teachers' perceptions of the exemplary instructional leadership strategies, behaviors, attitudes, and goals of principals. Finds two major themes: talking with teachers to promote reflection and promoting professional development. Draws implications for instructional leaders and their preparation. (Contains 31 references.) (PKP)

Describes findings from an advancement salary survey as they relate to advancement managers, professionals who manage at least two of the three primary advancement disciplines (development, communications/marketing, and alumni relations). Found that they are more likely to earn six-figure salaries than those in other segments of advancement.…

Describes a survey that examined the role of chief information officers (CIOs) in service and industry organizations. The findings discussed include prevalence of CIOs and their level in the organization, scope of authority, control of resources, involvement in corporate strategy, and personal backgrounds. Conclusions about the actual and intended…

Describes a survey of 192 special library and information center managers in Brazil that examined managerial activities and factors accounting for variation in managerial jobs. The results are discussed in terms of personal and organizational characteristics, perceived importance of managerial roles, and perceived preparedness to perform…

Data from a national survey of 191 assistant and associate deans of education provides the basis for a description of the people who occupy these positions, as well as a description of how they view their careers and job responsibilities. (IAH)

Boston University's controversial president, John R. Silber, has published a book pinpointing a wide range of social, educational, and political problems and arguing for specific solutions. (MSE)

Discusses necessary characteristics and intangible strengths of leaders, using quotes from famous people in history. States that the director sets the tone for a successful child care center, with a sense of purpose and a sense of humor as prime requisites. (NH)

Using faculty recollections of Burton Blatt's tenure as Dean of the School of Education at Syracuse University, this article considers how Blatt was able to have such a powerful impact on his faculty, and what can be learned about the concept of leadership of academic organizations from his legacy. (IAH)

Discusses how to teach teachers who want to become administrators or supervisors, explaining the importance of ensuring that they have clear visions and are willing to take responsibility for their actions. Four relevant issues to consider include articulating personal visions, anchoring those visions, personal modeling, and rearranging classroom…