The author concludes from his discussion of due process that although the courts have begun to depart somewhat from the doctrine of judicial nonintervention in student discipline in higher education, they still seem to prefer that the Dean and the student settle the issue in the Dean's office in a manner fair to all concerned. (Author/BY)

Challenges teachers to investigate state laws and devote more effort to school safety. Based on a study conducted as part of the author's Master of Education program. (DM)

The Bankruptcy Reform Act specifically prohibits discharge of educational loans. This statutory exception is discussed and information is provided for lawyers handling loan collection. The anomalous situation created by the chapter that does not specifically discharge educational debt is also described. (MSE)

The Freedom of Information Act and related decisions protect some but not all materials generated by scientists receiving federal grants. Interests affected by disclosure and nondisclosure are analyzed and solutions are suggested. (Available from: Box 7, Columbia University School of Law, 435 W. 116th St., New York, NY 10027, $6.00.) (MSE)

Concludes that federal courts subpoena reporters less often and uphold subpoenas less often than do state courts. (FL)

The legal implications of exclusionary practices, integration, and program adjustments, modification, and supplementary services for special needs students in vocational education are discussed. In reply, B. Balow does not foresee the courts attempting to judge which technology should be used with handicapped students. See also EC 133 816-823. (CL)

Better understanding of the rational limits of rule by law is advocated. Two specific goals should be pursued by teachers in legal education: (1) a regeneration of the notion of the law as a last resort and (2) a renewed exploration of noncoercive alternatives to law, particularly self-regulation (conscience) and market regulation. (MSE)

Discusses the relationship between copyright and the new technologies. The legal responses to copyright violations and to cases regarding fair use, as well as international efforts to protect copyright with respect to noncommercial use are considered. (CHC)

Lists guidelines to help department administrators reduce their liability and strengthen their position when faced with grievances or lawsuits. (AEA)

A legalistic culture has become a part of the academic community of the 1980s. Possible explanations include: what happens in the larger society is reflected in the academic subsystem, a legalistic syndrome, impact of state and federal governments, widening scope of university service, tight academic job market, efforts to democratize academe,…

The goals of socially mandated government regulation in education must be clarified to remove the confusion and doubletalk. A balanced approach and clearly defined positions on both sides are recommended. (Journal availability: University of Utah College of Law, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, $4.00 per issue, $2.00 per article.) (MSE)

Students pay "student fees" in addition to tuition at most universities in this country. Several basic legal questions underlie the whole subject of student fees. This paper will explore those cases that consider legal questions with an emphaiss on what university administrators can do regarding this issue. (Author)

Society has the duty to treat nondangerous mentally ill persons who are unwilling to commit themselves for treatment. There should be safeguards against unwarranted commitment. The role of a caring family and the impact of nontreatment upon that family should be considered. (Author)