DOCUMENT RESUME

This paper discusses ways that institutions can change the higher education system and environment to accommodate more minority students. The first section, "Institutional Climate and Minority Achievement, " presents an overview of the problems facing colleges and universities with respect to recruiting and retaining minority students. In the second section, "Interventions: the Visible Evidence of Organizational Culture, " three stages of intervention strategies for increasing diversity are discussed. The following types of interventions characterize stage 1: (1) student recruitment; (2) financial aid; and (3) admissions and scheduling. The following types of interventions characterize stage 2: (1) outreach programs; (2) transition programs; (3), mentorins and advising; (4) environment; and (5) residence halls. The following types of interventions characterize stage 3: (1) student assessment; (2) learning assistance; and (3) curriculum content. In the third section