Survey data from 116 schools indicate that (1) minority group students, particularly males, are corporally punished more often than their White peers; (2) boys, in general, receive more corporal punishment than girls; and (3) schools that use corporal punishment frequently also have high rates of suspension. (WI)

Descriptive statistics on applicants to the 1976-77 freshman classes of U.S. medical schools are presented which show a slight decline compared to the early 1970s, but an increase in women and minorities. Included are data on size of hometown, marital status, country of citizenship, and undergraduate degree level. (Author/LBH)

The results of a survey of Virginia secondary schools indicate significant statistical relationships between school attendance and various aspects of curriculum, school organization, and school staff. (DS)

Evaluates the boom in continuing professional education that is occurring throughout the country and which is having significant effects on both professionals and the universities that offer the courses. (Author/RK)

A brief statistical survey of scientific studies was carried out to discover the major trends concerning the functions of a university as well as attitudes toward scientific studies between 1850 and 1900. Further significant changes during the period, 1900-1914, were investigated. (Author/RK)

The ways in which 24 private and 24 public AAU universities have established this student assistance policy are examined. Consideration is given to some of the implications for universities and especially graduate students. (Author/LBH)

This paper compares relative earnings by sex among university faculty members as estimated from both cross-section and longitudinal data samples. Results indicate substantial differences in estimated male-female salary ratios. (TE)

Recent trends in the adult education movement are reviewed and some suggestions of research reports for further reading are offered. Statistics are included regarding age, race, socioeconomic status, educational level, sex, and rural/urban areas. (LBH)

Extensive data on enrollments in all 73 of the accredited schools of pharmacy in the United States are presented in tabular form, covering the areas of attrition, PharmD programs, female and minority enrollments, and geographic distribution. (LBH)

This Datagram updates previously published statistics on women medical school applicants and matriculants. Historical data are selected at five-year intervals and highlight years not presented before. A dramatic increase in women applicants since 1970 is shown. (LBH)

A survey indicates that the state government has more influence on higher education than federal and local authorities together, but a growth of federal influence is foreseen. (Editor/LBH)

Noting that the need for child care has become a critical component of getting parents off welfare rolls and into jobs, the Texas Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (TACCRRA) developed this report providing a portrait of regulated child care availability in each Texas county to assist planners and policymakers at community,…

Faculty at an Australian college were surveyed on their participation in and satisfaction with their staff association. Measures of active and passive participation were highly intercorrelated, as were levels of satisfaction with the association's performance. Statistical analyses explore possible determinants of participation and satisfaction.…

Reports the results of a questionnaire survey designed to discover the characteristics, background, and motivation of students of French frequenting institutes in Germany. (AM)

Discusses the results of a survey of characteristics of adult students of French attending courses at the Alliance Francaise in Paris. Also examines some of the social services provided by the Alliance, including housing, employment, and meal services. (AM)