The U.S. political process has been used to define an "adequate" education, in terms of resources, procedures, content, or outcomes. The marketplace also allows individuals to define adequacy through various voucher arrangements. Both mechanisms should be used, based on whether public or private interests are paramount in a particular…

The foundation board at the State University of New York College at Purchase was transformed from a passive to an active board by presidential persuasion, meetings with faculty, campus tours, trustee training, facts from other colleges, survey of needs, and definition of goals. (MLW)

The Standard Oil Company of Ohio (SOHIO) will underwrite the Science Resources for the Schools (SRS) program which is aimed at U.S. junior high schools. The $1.67 million project will provide schools with science resources to help them upgrade their science education capabilities. Highlights of the program are provided. (Author/JN)

The Mississippi Chemical Corporation began its cooperative venture with the Yazoo City (Mississippi) schools by sponsoring a needs assessment study that led to specific recommendations for improving instructional programs. (Author/MLF)

Ways in which the beginning research administrator can assist faculty in understanding the review process and in using the information to enhance the chances of successfully competing for federal funds are described. (Author/MLW)

Librarians expect, but do not invariably find among university colleagues, an understanding of the library's educational mission, respect for their professional craft, and reliable communication. (Author)

Offers the 1980 revision of North Central Association bylaws. Articles cover purposes, offices, geographical territory, membership, meetings, board of directors, officers, commissions, appeals, association committees, books and records, contracts, checks, funds, gifts, funding and dues, fiscal year, seal, waiver of notice, authority, and…

Issues discussed include the federal role in industrial arts education, the meaning of craftsmanship, quality in work and teaching, and solutions to the problems of teacher shortage and inadequate financial resources. (SK)

Describes how the University System of Georgia uses the Continuing Education Unit and program data to develop a funding formula for continuing education and extension services. (SK)

Discusses issues related to comments made by Britain's Secretary of State for Education and Science that the government may soon take a more direct role in determining teaching/research programs at British universities. Includes comments on the dual support system and impact of potential changes in funding basic scientific research. (JN)

Discusses unpaid postdoctoral researchers, especially those in biology and medicine, addressing reasons why they work without pay, how they receive funding, efforts to help them, their impacts on the field, and personal concerns. (DC)

Administrators need to plan and set priorities in various energy/maintenance areas, and trustees and legislators, faculty and students have to be educated regarding maintenance and conservation. Cost of energy consumption by area and department must be worked out. (MLW)

Traces the evolution of community services in higher education. Cites factors working against the clarification of the community service role within the community college's mission: preoccupation with definitions, burgeoning enrollments, lack of a financial base, and contrasting messages from educational leaders. Offers suggestions for…

Results of an analysis of equity in school finance in Norway and Sweden are presented and their implications for American policy are discussed. Four major types of decisions which have to be made in an equity analysis are identified. (RL)

Philanthropy could give greater support for the kind of education that is hard to support by natural market forces--that is, liberal arts. However, higher education must not assume that corporations can or will solve all their financial problems. (MSE)