Assumptions upon which to base the philosophy and plans for creative college are presented. (DB)

Describes the Fashion Institute of Technology's (FIT's) 2 + 2 curriculum, in which students complete an associate degree in applied science degree before applying for selective admission to a baccalaureate program. Considers the relevance of creativity to the mission of FIT. Quotes well-known creative people about the sources of creativity and the…

The function of the university is shown to be not only to train people but to educate them. The importance of creativity, longevity, and humor are discussed. Short conversations with Charles A. Beard, Albert Schweitzer, Nehru, and Krushchev reveal the essence of "What I've Learned." (MLW)

The possibility that a specific engineering curriculum reduces the creative potential of its students was investigated, along with the relationship between pre-cognition, the ability to foresee events, and creativity. Engineering freshmen and seniors were tested and compared on creative potential. Liberal arts freshmen and seniors were also tested…

Increasing concern in art education for the student's learning needs in both cognitive and affective domains requires that attention be given to more than "products" developed. The creative learning process is strengthened by attention to personal as well as product outcomes. (Author/MLW)