Complete Book of Colleges, 2005 Edition

Complete Book of Colleges, 2005 Edition
Author: Princeton Review (Firm)
Publisher: The Princeton Review
Total Pages: 1548
Release: 2004-07-20
Genre: Study Aids
ISBN: 9780375764066

Up-to-date information on 1,780 colleges and universities.

The Interracial Adoption Option

The Interracial Adoption Option
Author: Marlene Fine
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2013-09-21
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0857007173

The perfect starting point for parents of transracially adopted children and those who are considering adopting transracially. The Interracial Adoption Option is a personal guide to interracial adoption which draws on the lives and experiences of the authors, a white US couple, who adopt two African-American children. Starting from their decision to adopt their first child interracially, it describes the situations and decisions that followed as a result of their child's racial background. The authors' combine their personal experiences with practical advice. They address common issues like where to live, how to choose a doctor and how to take care of your child's hair and skin. They also tackle difficult questions such as, 'Does race matter?' 'Why is a healthy racial identity important?' and 'What do I do if I suspect my child is being treated unfairly because of his/her race?' An accessible introduction to the complex world of interracial adoption, this book is the first book you need to read if you are thinking of adopting transracially or have done so already.

Sexual Harassment in Education and Work Settings

Sexual Harassment in Education and Work Settings
Author: Michele A. Paludi
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2015-08-26
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1440832943

Addresses current legal and psychological issues involved in campus and workplace violence, specifically sexual misconduct, and offers best practices for organizations seeking to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct. Based on an idea conceived at a conference for the International Coalition of Sexual Harassment, this book offers up-to-date information about sexual harassment and other forms of sexual misconduct in academic and workplace settings, as well as legal and guidance updates and best practices that discuss prevention methods. The chapters are written by noted attorneys, campus and workplace consultants, and other scholars who have assisted in collecting incident data and have thought leadership to offer. Chapters address how workplaces and campuses respond to forms of violence as well as the impact of sexual harassment on individuals, bystanders, and organizations. Readers will learn about topics such as the "Not Alone" initiative—a result of President Obama's Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault—and the history of Titles VII and IX legislation the United States. The editors have compiled resources that address the cultural and social views of sexual harassment, the history of sexual misconduct on campuses and in organizations, and sample organizations at the national level that deal with prevention, advocacy, and legal guidance for students and employees.