Describes current cooperative programs in chemistry, which have been lagging the development of programs in other disciplines. As of 1971, of the 68,000 students in cooperative education programs, only 428 were in chemistry; but the benefits of such a program are expected to increase the number of chemistry cooperative programs. (MLH)

Discusses a unique experimental program for training chemical technicians in New York with emphasis upon expansion of minority participation in sciences. Included are descriptions of goals, educational methods, instructional materials, and program's content. (CC)

Describes a new master of science degree program in toxicology at the University of Arizona. Outlines the prerequisites for entering the program, the nature of the courses, and the various vocational fields that graduates will be qualified to work in. (JR)

Describes a new program being launched by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to increase access of minorities into the profession of engineering. The foundation plans to spend $12 million to $15 million over the next five to seven years on this program. (JR)

Describes the opportunities for East Europeans to come to the United States for study on the predoctoral level in the chemistry department at Southern Illinois University in September, 1973. Indicates that 15 candidates have been recommended under this program. (CC)

By leasing the Eugene W. Kettering Engineering and Science Center in downtown Dayton, Ohio, Wright State University plans to enlarge significantly its activities in continuing education for engineers, scientists, and others. (JR)

Examines the Oregon Graduate Center (OGC), a private, stand-alone graduate school emphasizing education and research in specialized areas of science and engineering. Notes that OGC currently has 48 faculty members and 150 full- or part-time students. Covers curriculum and some research areas with findings. (MVL)

A program leading to a bachelor of science degree is discussed which combines a required core of engineering studies with application studies in one of four fields: industrial design, business, communication, or social sciences. (DF)

Describes a program offered by the U.S. Department of Energy for undergraduate science and engineering students aimed at providing research experience during the academic year at the six national laboratories. Reviews the potential interest and benefits to students. (CW)

Describes the National Science Foundation's (NSF) program designed to replace the Research Applied to National Needs (RANN) program. (SL)

The author advocates chemistry courses, for nonscience majors, based on intellectually stimulating questions such as whether the evolution of life from nonliving precursors is a natural phenomenon. (CP)

Describes the increase in polymer science programs in United State universities, especially outside chemistry departments. (MLH)

In a recent reorganization, Purdue's chemistry department has added a new division: chemical education. Its faculty will work closely with members of Purdue's department of education on graduate programs for chemistry teachers and on research in chemical education. The master of science degree program in chemical education is highlighted.…

Describes a cooperative education program at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Rutherford (New Jersey) campus in which the time students spend working at a particular business/industry is increased from the traditional semester/quarter to nine-, seven-, and three-month periods. Advantages of the program are discussed. (JN)