Examined is the legal validity of recent New York legislation--the Trust for Cultural Resources legislation--that will aid the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York City without depleting the public treasury. Focus is on its tax exemption features, condemnation provision, and constitutional questions raised by its connections with MOMA. (JMD)

A wide range of approaches to fund raising in higher education institutions is reported. The nine references cover such topics as: coping with reduced resources in community colleges, administering charitable remainder trusts, annuity plans, capital fund drives, fund raising in public colleges, endowment earnings, foundations, and alumni support.…

This paper examines the issue of parental supervision of after school time, documents levels of participation in after school activities among 11 and 12 year olds, and summarizes parental attitudes and behaviors concerning after school services. Also discussed is the impact a reduction in these services would have. (EB)

The expressed attitudes and reported behaviors of 130 teachers toward parent education and parent involvement in early childhood education programs are investigated. The data suggest that teachers in publicly funded programs hold more positive attitudes toward parent education and encourage more parent involvement than do teachers in privately…

Describes the light construction curriculum at Carteret Technical Institute (Morehead City, North Carolina), designed around the major project of building a house. Its unique method of funding involves an endowment corporation which contracts with individuals, pre-selling the house before construction begins. Brief guidelines for establishing…

Both the government and private associations have made significant contributions to international educational exchange. An overview of the role of both sectors, including strengths and weaknesses, is provided, and the importance of continued cooperations between the government's International Communication Agency (ICA) and the private sector is…

The role of students as part-time employees in financial aid offices throughout the U.S. is detailed. Their counseling duties could be expanded to help improve the state of the art in financial aid for both prospective and current college students. (Author/LBH)

Court cases and federal legislation are described to illustrate the problem of public assistance to universities that are connected to churches or are otherwise sectarian. The issue of eligibility, in view of stringent constitutional limits on government aid to religion, is addressed. (LBH)

The Advanced Studies Committee of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges addresses these questions: What are the responsibilities of the school of veterinary science department in continuing education? How should continuing education be funded? What are the appropriate mechanisms for recognizing or rewarding faculty participation…

Applies economic theory to questions concerning the public financing of two-year colleges. Highlights two analytical constructs used in recommending educational policy: the principle of externalities and the theory of human capital. Considers the effect of academic/vocational program mix on educational financing and issues of equity and access.…

Recently the Oregon Legislative Assembly called for a new funding approach for regional programs for severely disabled students. The resulting resource-cost model, based on a state approved funding level by handicap and instructional delivery system or student placement, provides greater educational equity for disabled students regardless of…

Three central themes run through foundation programs addressed to higher education today: the survival of liberal arts institutions and effective teaching within them; the maintenance of equal access for minorities and women; and the dedication of university research and other resources to solving larger societal problems. (MLW)

Explores issues associated with the imposition of fees on information obtained from sources made available by today's technology. Highlights include the commodification of information, economics of access to information, library costs and user fees, cost benefits of automation, financial support for automation, and implications for collection…

Relates the comments offered in an interview with Erich Bloch, the National Science Foundation (NSF) Director. Discusses issues related to NSF and its funding, engineering research centers, involvement with industry, concern for science education, computer centers, and its affiliation with the social sciences. (ML)

The consequences of the 1980-83 economic recession in Canada for the political climate in British Columbia and for the University of British Columbia are discussed. The University's response to budgetary cuts is placed in a provincial and national context, and the implications of reductions in public support for higher education are addressed.…