From Revolution to Apathy--American Student Activism in the 1970s.

Altbach, Philip G.

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Publication Date: 1979-Nov

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From Revolution to Apathy--American Student Activism in the 1970s.

Altbach, Philip G.

Higher Education, v8 n6 p609-26 Nov 1979

The relative calm of the 1970s is contrasted with the activism of the 1960s in American universities. Some explanations for the current lack of political concern on campus are offered, including the lack of clearly threatening foreign policy issues, economic problems, and disillusionment with past politics. (JMF)

Descriptors: Activism, American Culture, Apathy, College Students, Higher Education, Political Attitudes, Political Issues, Revolution, Student Attitudes, Student Behavior

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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