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1. College and University Ranking Systems: Global Perspectives and American Challenges

Author

Institute for Higher Education Policy, Washington, DC., Sanoff, Alvin P., Usher, Alex, Savino, Massimo, Clarke, Marguerite, Sanoff, Alvin P., Usher, Alex, Savino, Massimo, Clarke, Marguerite, and Institute for Higher Education Policy, Washington, DC.

Abstract

When U.S. News & World Report began its ranking of American colleges in 1983, publishers in other countries quickly followed with their own hierarchical measures, providing consumer information (and opportunities for institutional marketing) while attempting to impact the quality of higher education. In the course of the last two decades, higher education ranking systems and "league tables" (as they are referred to in the United Kingdom and elsewhere) have emerged in dozens of countries. These rankings are conducted not only by media in the private sector, but also by professional associations and governments. Over the decades since higher education rankings first appeared, numerous debates have surfaced about their methodologies, objectivity, impact on colleges and universities, and role in the structure of accountability within nations that use them. Although there has been significant research, especially in the United States, about the ways in which rankings might be improved, there has been less research on what other countries have been doing and how their ranking systems differ from U.S. rankings. In addition, there has been very little research on how rankings may impact students' access to postsecondary education, their selection of particular colleges, and their paths to graduate from school and/or find employment. The goal for this monograph is to better understand the ways in which ranking systems function and how lessons learned from other countries that use higher education ranking systems might influence similar practices in the United States. Toward this end, this monograph chronicles recent efforts that have brought together rankers and researchers from around the world to study higher education rankings. The monograph includes three papers that were commissioned to examine various perspectives on rankings around the world and lessons they might provide for rankings in the United States: (1) The "U.S. News" College Rankings: A View from the Inside (Alvin P. Sanoff); (2) A Global Survey of Rankings and League Tables (Alex Usher and Massimo Savino); and (3) The Impact of Higher Education Rankings on Student Access, Choice, and Opportunity (Marguerite Clarke). Includes appendix: The Berlin Principles on Ranking of Higher Education Institutions. (Contains 16 notes and 2 tables. Individual papers contain references.) [Jamie P. Merisotis, Alisa F. Cunningham, Arnold M. Kee, Tia T. Gordon, and Lacey H. Leegwater contributed to the introduction and "Next Steps."]

Published
2007

2. Restricted Access: The Doors to Higher Education Remain Closed to Many Deserving Students. Lumina Foundation Focus, Summer 2003.

Author

Lumina Foundation for Education, Indianapolis, IN., Sanoff, Alvin P., and Powell, David S.

Abstract

Tens of thousands of students, especially those from low-income and minority groups, are unprepared academically for higher education, come from backgrounds in which college aspirations are not the norm, or lack the information they need to gain access. In addition, there is a growing difference in the rate at which students from different income levels complete college. The attainment gap persists after more than three decades of providing federal grant and loan aid. The reasons are many and complex, but can be summarized by saying that there is not enough money, and money is not enough. There are many college preparation programs, but there is no escaping the fact that money is a huge factor in determining whether students go to college, where they go, and whether they stay. To minimize potential loan burdens, many students from low-income families opt to attend less expensive community colleges rather than 4-year institutions. Many students at 4-year schools have unmet financial need. Many less well-endowed institutions compete aggressively for good students and offer merit aid to attract them. States have also entered the merit aid race, hoping to keep good students at home. However, many such policies target the middle classes. In an atmosphere in which access for the poor has taken a back seat to aiding the middle and upper classes, supporters of increased financial aid for low-income students face an uphill struggle. The reauthorization of the Higher Education Act is an opportunity to recognize the importance of college access for low-income students. (SLD)

Published
2003

3. TEAM PLAYER

Author

SANOFF, ALVIN P.

Published
2007

26. Getting in

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Travel, recreation and leisure, Georgetown University -- Officials and employees, University of Virginia -- Officials and employees
Published
2007

27. Golden goose

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Washington Post Co. -- Subsidiaries, divisions and units, Washington Post Co. -- Growth, Educational services industry -- Subsidiaries, divisions and units, Educational services industry -- Growth, Company growth, Travel, recreation and leisure
Abstract

Stanley Kaplan, a test-prep chain, is the largest revenue generator among Washington Post Company's five divisions, which include education, television, cable, newspapers and magazines. It is a market leader in test preparation and parts of professional education, and has become an education conglomerate with global reach and ambitions, ensuring huge profits.

Published
2005

28. Unveiling Islam

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Islamic fundamentalism -- Study and teaching, Travel, recreation and leisure
Abstract

John Esposito, one of the leading experts on Islam in the U.S., believes that while Islamic fundamentalism as propagated by Osama bin Laden and his Al Qaeda followers has fueled violence, Islam is not the enemy. Esposito is astonished at the role in which life has cast him as he never dreamed that he would write books and advise government officials and travel around the globe to explain Islam to the West and the West to Islam.

Published
2005

29. Life in the suburbs

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
On Paradise Drive: How We Live Now (and Always Have) in the Future Tense (Book) -- Criticism and interpretation, Authors -- Works, Travel, recreation and leisure
Abstract

David Brooks, the 42 year-old writer, is an eclectic conservative thinker who supports gay marriages. In his new book On Paradise Drive: How We Live Now (and Always Have) in the Future Tense, he argues that Americans are engaged in an endless search for paradise.

Published
2004

30. Move over, UVa!

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Company business management, Travel, recreation and leisure, University of Virginia -- Management, University of Maryland -- Management
Abstract

The University of Virginia and the University of Maryland, in the United States are the flagship schools of their states, sources of pride for residents and alumni, and engines for their states economies. A study to pick the prettiest campus, the best sports team, the top academics and more is presented for both universities that face changing public attitudes towards higher education.

Published
2004

31. Making over Mr Cooke; Jack Kent Cooke is remembered for his Redskin wins-and as hard human being. Will millions in scholarships change his legacy?

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Scholarships, Executors and administrators, Charitable trusts, Travel, recreation and leisure
Abstract

Jack Kent Cooke, a former owner of the Redskins, established the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation before his death. the foundation was set up in part to establish his reputation in a better light and provide scholarships and other donations Legal battles have slowed tings down.

Published
2003

32. Chasing the ivies

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Universities and colleges -- Management, Catholic universities and colleges -- Management, Travel, recreation and leisure, Georgetown University -- Management
Abstract

Georgetown University's new president Jack DeGioia got his degrees at the university and has worked his entire life at the university. DeGioia is the 48th president of the university.

Published
2001

33. Beating the odds

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Students -- Education, College admissions, Travel, recreation and leisure
Abstract

Issues are presented concerning the enrollment of students at universities and colleges. The importance of applicants correctly selecting universities and the difficulty of gaining entrance to top establishments are discussed.

Published
2000

34. Did they admit me?

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
University of Pennsylvania -- Management, College admissions, College students, Rating of -- Analysis, College applications -- Evaluation
Published
1997

37. Students talk about race

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P. and Minerbrook, Scott

Subjects
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, College students
Published
1993

39. The price of victory

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
University of Georgia, Football players -- Personal narratives, College athletes -- Education
Published
1990

40. Reaffirming Intellectual Standards.

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Abstract

In 1970 many course requirements were relaxed, but 10 years later many colleges and universities are again requiring students to select some courses from a core group of basic subjects (core curriculum). The development of core curricula is analyzed and what is actually occurring on campuses is detailed. (MLW)

Published
1980

41. Where the boys aren't

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Women college students -- Forecasts and trends, College students -- Recruiting, College students -- Forecasts and trends, College students -- Demographic aspects, Market trend/market analysis, Industry hiring, Travel, recreation and leisure
Abstract

The 1972 ratio of 57% male undergrad degree recipients to 43% female has been reversed. Colleges may have to add gender to their admissions lists of favored classifications, and they are already changing their promotional materials to attract men.

Published
2002

43. Admissions deans on the hot seat

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Universities and colleges -- Management, College administrators -- Management
Published
1994

46. Playing it straight

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Worcester Polytechnic Institute -- Evaluation, Illinois Wesleyan University -- Evaluation, Trinity University -- Evaluation, Wake Forest University -- Evaluation, Universities and colleges -- Evaluation
Published
1991

48. An Internship Program Helps to Diversify Faculties

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
Community college teachers -- Training, Junior colleges -- Faculty, Community colleges -- Services, Internship programs -- Services, Education, Services, Training
Abstract

Byline: ALVIN P. SANOFF Christopher B. Hayashi was working on a master's degree in psychology at San Diego State University six years ago and contemplating pursuit of a doctorate when [...]

Published
2006

49. At U. of Southern California, a Support Network Helps Women in Science and Engineering

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
University of Southern California -- Curricula -- Employment, Women college teachers -- Practice -- Family -- Employment, Education, Practice, Curricula, Family, Employment
Abstract

Byline: ALVIN P. SANOFF When Jean Morrison gave birth to her first child 11 years ago, there were no science colleagues at the University of Southern California with whom she [...]

Published
2006

50. A Southern Cal Program Courts Minority Professors

Author

Sanoff, Alvin P.

Subjects
University of Southern California -- Recruiting -- Management, Minority college teachers -- Recruiting, Race discrimination -- Forecasts and trends, Education, Industry hiring, Company business management, Market trend/market analysis, Management, Recruiting, Forecasts and trends
Abstract

Byline: ALVIN P. SANOFF When C.L. Max Nikias became the provost of the University of Southern California last year, the WISE program was very much on his mind. Mr. Nikias [...]

Published
2006

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