This document presents the texts of four Congressional hearings held in September of 1985 and February and March of 1986 to investigate the effects and the causes of the critical shortage of liability insurance in the United States. The first hearing examines the dimensions of the problem and offers insights into why objectives of having an…

Documents the financial services and trends in allocation of funds for Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) in California. Illustrates and praises the effectiveness of the program. (MJK)

A look back to 1971 when an attempt at long range funding for public broadcasting was thwarted by conflict and confusion. (Author/HB)

Paper presented at the Western Regional Assembly of the College Scholarship Service.

This overview of library finance issues examines governance issues at the state level, the nature of state enabling legislation, the organizational framework at the state level, state-local relationships, constituency characteristics and requirements, and governance characteristics at the local and regional levels, as well as the need for improved…

This paper addresses questions concerning the purpose and effectiveness of existing child nutrition programs. Chapter I introduces the major budget issues concerning these programs. Chapter II presents the historical development of the programs and focuses on the federal policies affecting the nutrition and health of children. Chapter III…

This publication discusses federal funds which are available for research and development in sex equity in education. A major objective is to identify specific Federal funding opportunities for projects focusing on sex equity. Another objective is to help individuals understand the overall Federal pattern of support for activities to promote sex…

This booklet describes the various kinds of financial aid and their sources, how colleges and other agencies measure financial need and administer their aid funds, and how counselors can help colleges, federal and state agencies, and private sponsors in fulfilling the national purpose of equal educational opportunities for all as well as the…

This examination of non-tax-support for junior colleges disclosed that few of them are taking full advantage of available private, corporate, or foundation funds. As foundations appear to be the most likely contributors, the author has presented suggestions for preparing the request for funds. Among items on the preparation checklist, the asking…

This booklet deals with the specialized problem of providing admissions guidance for American students abroad seeking entrance into American colleges and universities. Necessary procedures are explained and the advantages and drawbacks to applying from overseas are given. Also included is a description of the kinds of American colleges, their…