Eye of the beholder: young women have self-image problems

Article Abstract:

A poll commissioned by 'Maclean's' magazine indicates that teenage girls have less self-esteem than their male counterparts. Compared to teenage boys, teenage girls are more inclined to believe that they are overweight and less inclined to think of themselves as intelligent.

Psychological aspects, Social aspects, Cover Story, Teenage girls, Self-esteem, Self esteem

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Failing grades for an open-door policy: Carleton professors vote for radical change

Article Abstract:

Ontario's Carleton University has an open-admissions policy to its BA program, which allows students with very low grade point averages to attend. This has given the school a poor academic reputation, and professors are urging that standards be increased.

Standards, Canada, Universities and colleges, Schools, Carleton University

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A mix of signals: the CBC tries to change its image - dramatically

Article Abstract:

The Canadian Broadcasting Corp revamped its programming schedule for fall 1992 and announced senior staff changes in an effort to change its image. Critics charge that the changes are moves to please the Conservative federal government.

Management, Canadian Broadcasting Corp., Public television

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