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Performance Appraisal Reviews In Academic Settings, Lloyd H. Goodall Aug 1987

Performance Appraisal Reviews In Academic Settings, Lloyd H. Goodall

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article critiques performance appraisal reviews in academic institutions, emphasizing their cultural ambiguity and questionable processes. It argues that evaluations are shaped by implicit academic standards such as professionalism, appropriate scholarship, and being respected in the field, all of which are strategically ambiguous and subject to cultural interpretation. The discussion highlights problems with annual reviews, including reliance on committees, lack of clear performance objectives, and limited opportunities for faculty input. Comparisons with non-academic organizations show that while both settings share subjectivity, some corporate models offer more transparent and participatory appraisal systems. A case study of a software company illustrates how …

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The Communication Arts And Sciences: Together Again? Well, It All Depends, J. Robert Wills Aug 1987

The Communication Arts And Sciences: Together Again? Well, It All Depends, J. Robert Wills

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article considers the administrative organization of communication arts and sciences in higher education, noting that approaches vary widely across campuses. It emphasizes that no single model is universally correct; rather, structures should be shaped by institutional mission, levels of specialization, program size, and campus culture. Examples illustrate that theatre, for instance, may be housed in English, communication, fine arts, or as a stand-alone program, with each arrangement carrying historical precedent and local justification. The discussion argues against imposing a national norm, urging instead that institutions regularly examine their organizational choices. While structure can influence outcomes, program excellence depends more …

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In Memoriam Richard M. Clark Aug 1987

In Memoriam Richard M. Clark

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

An obituary for Richard M. Clark, chairperson of the Department of Theatre Arts, Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York.

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The Future Of Theatre Education: Defining The Discipline, J. Robert Wills Aug 1987

The Future Of Theatre Education: Defining The Discipline, J. Robert Wills

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article addresses the ongoing challenges and future prospects of theatre education in higher education. It argues that despite a long history on college campuses, theatre has struggled to gain widespread respectability and to achieve consistent excellence. The discussion emphasizes two fundamental questions—“Who are we?” and “What do we do?”—which programs must answer to define their missions and philosophies. Nine persistent dilemmas are outlined, including the balance between tradition and innovation, vocational training and liberal learning, specialization and generalization, and the role of students as individuals rather than passive participants. Additional concerns involve weak exploration of new ideas, limited articulation …

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The Future Of Theatre Education: The Research University, Milly S. Barranger Aug 1987

The Future Of Theatre Education: The Research University, Milly S. Barranger

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article considers the future of theatre education in research universities, emphasizing both opportunities and challenges. Positive developments include the recognition of creative work as equivalent to scholarly research, the establishment of the MFA as a terminal degree in performance and production, and the growing prominence of dramaturgy as a field integrating scholarship with practice. Undergraduate curricula are increasingly modeled on broad-based core requirements, positioning theatre within general education. At the same time, declining budgets, faculty reductions, and overextended programs threaten stability. The article identifies two likely trends: greater emphasis on quality through program evaluation and national visibility, and stronger …

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The Future Of Organizational Communication: An Outline Of Postmodernism, Phillip Tompkins Aug 1987

The Future Of Organizational Communication: An Outline Of Postmodernism, Phillip Tompkins

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article outlines the past, present, and possible future trajectories of organizational communication, emphasizing the shift from modernist approaches toward postmodern alternatives. The field’s history is traced through three eras—preparation, consolidation, and maturity—culminating in recent developments that challenge the dominance of prediction, control, and managerial perspectives. Emerging orientations, including naturalistic and critical approaches, have expanded the scope of inquiry by highlighting social construction, culture, symbolism, and emancipatory goals. Concerns are raised about uncritical pro-management biases, the overuse of psychological models, and the risks of excessive vocationalism that could narrow the discipline’s academic role. In response, the article advocates for interdependent …

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15th Annual Seminar Departmental Leadership: Getting Results Aug 1987

15th Annual Seminar Departmental Leadership: Getting Results

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

In November 1987, the Association for Communication Administration held its Fifteenth Annual Seminar and programs in Boston. The seminar, “Departmental Leadership: Getting Results,” was facilitated by Lee Bolman of Harvard University and featured plenary discussions, small group sessions, and a luncheon. Additional programs addressed major issues facing communication administrators, including accreditation in the communication disciplines, curriculum design in merged departments, and the role of departments in faculty recruitment. Special sessions supported new administrators and explored strategies for promoting faculty, responding to adult learners, and sustaining quality programs during budget constraints. The meeting concluded with discussions on balancing increased enrollments with …

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Guidelines For Evaluating Artistic Performance For Promotion And Tenure Aug 1987

Guidelines For Evaluating Artistic Performance For Promotion And Tenure

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

In 1987, the Association for Communication Administration circulated guidelines for evaluating artistic performance as part of promotion and tenure decisions. The document recognized interpretation—oral and written literature in performance—as a legitimate scholarly activity alongside teaching, publication, and service. The guidelines emphasized the need for external jurors to approximate peer review standards and stressed the importance of fair, expert evaluation of an artist’s body of work.

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Leadership And Management In The Academic Department: How Can Community And Bureaucracy Be Reconciled?, George Cheney Aug 1987

Leadership And Management In The Academic Department: How Can Community And Bureaucracy Be Reconciled?, George Cheney

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article explores the tension between bureaucracy and community in academic departments, offering leadership as a means of reconciliation. Bureaucratic structures, rooted in Weber’s analysis, are critiqued for displacing goals with procedures, obscuring social purposes, and minimizing individuals. These issues are shown to be particularly relevant in higher education, where efficiency, specialization, and management often overshadow academic ideals. The discussion contrasts management, associated with control and manipulation, with leadership, defined as guidance, inspiration, and cooperation. Drawing on organizational theory, leadership is described as fostering communication, articulating shared purpose, and enlisting cooperation. The metaphor of community is proposed to balance bureaucratic …

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Negotiating And Bargaining In Academic Settings, Larry D. Browning, James A. Gilchrist Aug 1987

Negotiating And Bargaining In Academic Settings, Larry D. Browning, James A. Gilchrist

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines political decision making in academic organizations, contrasting the rational-economic model with the realities of negotiation and bargaining in complex environments. It argues that limited information, conflicting goals, and interdependent subunits make purely rational decision making impractical, leading instead to “satisficing” outcomes shaped by coalitions and informal networks. The discussion highlights how leaders use influence, resource control, and interpersonal exchanges to stabilize authority and secure commitments. A set of practical negotiation rules is outlined, emphasizing strategies such as coalition building, impression management, strategic disclosure, patience, and maintaining options. These practices help leaders navigate ambiguity, manage power dynamics, and …

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Bringing Communication Scholars Together: Wise Or Foolish?, Erwin P. Bettinghouse Aug 1987

Bringing Communication Scholars Together: Wise Or Foolish?, Erwin P. Bettinghouse

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the question of whether communication-related disciplines should be merged into free-standing schools or colleges. It argues that the wisdom of such mergers depends on institutional type, the history and strength of the units involved, and the degree of intellectual similarity among them. Large universities with dominant arts and sciences colleges may disadvantage communication units if they separate, while smaller or more balanced institutions may provide opportunities for equal resource distribution. Past histories of strong or weak departments also influence outcomes, as disparities in size or reputation can create dominance or instability. The discussion stresses that intellectual kinship …

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Why A College Of Communication And Fine Arts?, Richard R. Ranta Aug 1987

Why A College Of Communication And Fine Arts?, Richard R. Ranta

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article examines the rationale for creating a College of Communication and Fine Arts, using the case of Memphis State University as an example. It argues that combining communication and fine arts disciplines into one administrative unit provides advantages in administration, creativity, and efficiency. A separate college allowed norms for faculty loads, facilities, and nontraditional scholarly activities to be judged fairly, rather than against inappropriate benchmarks from larger arts and sciences colleges. The structure also fostered cooperation among previously competitive departments, leading to joint projects in theatre, journalism, music, and visual arts. Examples include collaborative media productions, shared photography facilities, …

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In Memoriam Betty Jo Welch Aug 1987

In Memoriam Betty Jo Welch

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

An obituary for Betty Jo Welch, head of the Speech Communication program at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington.

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Aca Seminar And Programs, Robert M. Smith Aug 1987

Aca Seminar And Programs, Robert M. Smith

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

In 1987, the Association for Communication Administration announced a series of seminars and programs scheduled for its annual meeting in Boston.

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Constitutional Amendment Proposed Aug 1987

Constitutional Amendment Proposed

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

A proposed constitutional amendment was announced to change the title “Executive Secretary” to “Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief,” aligning ACA with other academic associations.

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 10 No. 03, July 29, 1987, University Of Central Florida Jul 1987

The Ucf Report, Vol. 10 No. 03, July 29, 1987, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

College of Education reorganizes administration for fall semester; Bids due Wednesday on CEBA-II; Dr. Carol Surles to leave UCF for campus post in Michigan; Commencement Friday at 10 & 2; Mary Scott, Class of 1970, to lead athletic boosters; Engineering gets grant of $2,450.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 74, July 29, 1987 Jul 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 74, July 29, 1987

Central Florida Future

[The Counseling and Testing Center] C & T post may be filled by August 1; Tax reform affects tuition saving; New Judaic Studies programs; News: East-West [Expressway] underway; News clips; Opinion: Are you looking to get involved this fall? Give us a try; The other side of nowhere: The people say, USave our PTZs!'' (by Tim Ball); Future world: If only my girlfriend were here... (by Chris Richcreek); Sports.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 73, July 22, 1987 Jul 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 73, July 22, 1987

Central Florida Future

Pre-paid tuition set to start next year; Confusion surrounds BSU; Senate grants $955 of BSU's $16,000 request; He'll raise your GPA, guaranteed; GOP hopefuls will visit Orlando Nov. 13; Boosters welcome first woman chief; News clips; Opinion: Someone should be upset about higher parking fines, right?; Features; Sports: [Ted] Wilson showing promise with D.C. Redskins (with photo of Ted Wilson); [Torchy] Clark takes over HS ball [at Trinity Prep] (with photo of Torchy Clark).

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 10 No. 02, July 15, 1987, University Of Central Florida Jul 1987

The Ucf Report, Vol. 10 No. 02, July 15, 1987, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Street and sidewalk paving prepare the campus for fall; Two state legislators to address gradates at July 31 ceremonies; Friends & neighbors: Sarah Pappas quick to find a role in community work; Pauley in Austria to research book on anti-Semitism; Bergman announces '88 Spring Classic.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 72, July 15, 1987 Jul 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 72, July 15, 1987

Central Florida Future

Big tuition hike falls on frosh; sophs and grad students; Many students want exemption from health fee; Wellness provides alternative to getting sick; Who is that scaring the pigeons?; News: Cost of illegal parking on campus going up; Opinion: There ought to be a good reason to raise parking fines; Features.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 71, July 8, 1987 Jul 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 71, July 8, 1987

Central Florida Future

BSU asking for half of Senate's money; Do you take this punk?...; News clips; Opinion: Alumni not paying for garden; but it's still a seedy idea; The other side of nowhere: UCF in 1997: the way it might be (by Tim Ball); Sports: [Elgin] Davis showing promise with N.E. Patriots.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 70, July 1, 1987 Jul 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 70, July 1, 1987

Central Florida Future

(photo of Paul Wiingenfeld emptying the library book drop near the CEBA building); [Roy] Reid having tough time filling PR post; New shopping center to include eateries, 200 jobs; Dad's credit card - don't go home without it; News: Expert caution amateurs fireworks are dangerous; Student lobby group finds new staff members in FSU graduates; News clips; Opinion: Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how much does garden cost?; The other side of nowhere: Hey SG, don't do us any favors (by Tim Ball); Future world: Hey SG, you've got a lot of nerve (by Chris Richcreek); Sports.

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 10 No. 01, July 1, 1987, University Of Central Florida Jul 1987

The Ucf Report, Vol. 10 No. 01, July 1, 1987, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Building a university: Bids to be taken Aug. 5 for College of Business; Growing seal in flower bed under study; Appointment to upgrade publications; Second Komanski achieves 'distinguished alum' status.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 69, June 24, 1987 Jun 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 69, June 24, 1987

Central Florida Future

Storm sparks twin blazes in UCF brush; Fire engine and Camaro collide on Alafaya Trail (with photo); News: National Student group to meet at UCF in November; One cabinet seat remains vacant; Some schools have been publishing prof evaluations for years; News clips; Susan B. dollar needs change; Alumni Association honors 21 students; Opinion: Results of Goetz trial: the decision is in, score one for justice; Future world: For all this I missed "Star Trek?" (by Chris Richcreek); The other side of nowhere: No warranty expressed or implied (by Tim Ball); Health Bolt (presented by the UCF Student Health and …

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 68, June 17, 1987 Jun 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 68, June 17, 1987

Central Florida Future

Feud brewing between [The Counseling and Testing Center] C & T and Equal Opportunity office; Orlando sky might be quiet on Fourth of July; (photo of the Flame of Hope outside of the UCF Library); News: 69% help pregnant woman smoke; News clips; UCF setting up new scholarship trust; Opinion: New nuclear arms may prove deadlier than current arsenal; The other side of nowhere: Coming soon to your backyard (by Tim Ball); Future world: Take their cars; but no prisoners! (by Chris Richcreek); Health Bolt (presented by the UCF Student Health and Wellness Center); Features; Sports.

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 09 No. 25, June 17, 1987, University Of Central Florida Jun 1987

The Ucf Report, Vol. 09 No. 25, June 17, 1987, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

Chem major wins Millican scholarship; Legislative budget provides $100 million more for SUS budget; UCF's Suh asked to advise Chile on founding national family abuse center.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 67, June 10, 1987 Jun 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 67, June 10, 1987

Central Florida Future

SG wants to see if evaluations of profs can be made public; Study says people find walks, talks, flashers romantic; Big court refuses to hear sex-for-grades case; News clips; Opinion: A-bomb saved lives, so will testing groups for AIDS virus contact; Future world: The way we were House Rock (by Chris Richcreek); The other side of nowhere: Just how quick is Jack? And his friends? (by Tim Ball); Health Bolt (presented by the UCF Student Health and Wellness Center); Features; Sports.

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Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 66, June 3, 1987 Jun 1987

Central Florida Future, Vol. 19 No. 66, June 3, 1987

Central Florida Future

Government's aid programs get a hand; Five SG jobs still vacant (with photo of SG President, Roy Reid); Students just 1 voice in prof evaluation; News: Private giving to colleges increased 25% last year; Most people will hold the [ice] cream, but few will eat it; News clips; Opinion: Blood is thicker than water and oil from Persian Gulf; The other side of nowhere: This column certified free from AlDS (by Tim Ball); Future world: Some questions can't be answered easily (by Chris Richcreek); Features; Sports: Crew dominates at regional meet (with photo).

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 09 No. 24, June 3, 1987, University Of Central Florida Jun 1987

The Ucf Report, Vol. 09 No. 24, June 3, 1987, University Of Central Florida

The UCF Report

A $100,000 gift: Peat Marwick Co. funds accounting professorship; How many carcinogens would you care to drink?

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Procedures For Calculating Natural Ventilation Airflow Rates In Buildings. 03-87, Florida Solar Energy Center, Subrato Chandra Jun 1987

Procedures For Calculating Natural Ventilation Airflow Rates In Buildings. 03-87, Florida Solar Energy Center, Subrato Chandra

FSEC Energy Research Center®

This is the final report of ASHRAE research project 448-RP "Building Pressure Distribution for Natural Ventilation" initiated in October 1985. The objective of the research was to review the worldwide data on building pressure coefficient and to assimilate the data for use in hourly calculation of natural ventilation airflow rates in buildings. This report is organized in two parts. Part 1 is written for the user who wants to use the information. Part 2 provides the background and research data analysis which was conducted to come up with the Part 1 information.

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