ORGANIZATIONAL SOCIALIZATION - PROCESSES FOR NEW COMMUNICATION FACULTY

This study identifies features of organizational socialization Sor new faculty members in communication departments across the United States . Results of the investigation indicate that the amount of time spent in orientation activities is the best predictor of satisfaction upon a rrival in the work force. It is also apparent, however, that satisfact ion with organizational entry is not as high as satisfaction with the job interview. It is recommended that individuals responsible for soci alizing new faculty take additional steps to make newcomers feel welco me and comfortable in their new environment. Through activities such a s developing a departmental mentoring program offering opportunities f or informal interaction with colleagues, and providing adequate inform ation on departmental policies and procedures, novice faculty members believe they will more easily adapt to their new work environment.