Indicates that the tie between research and education may not be justifiable in an era of declining student population. Presents suggestions for new institutional arrangements so universities can maintain their scientific strength. (GS)

The funding of hearing and speech agencies and other community agencies is discussed in terms of revenue sharing and foundations. (LS)

An extensive survey of the marine recreational uses of the Bay of Green Bay was conducted to determine the knowledge, perception, and attitudes of adjacent populations. Findings indicated that environmental forces and problems are not well understood and that the condition of Green Bay is perceived differently by different users. (Author/MA)

Freshmen completed the Mooney Problem Check List and reported how much financial support their parents provided. The relationship between parents' support and finances, living conditions, and employment problems was highly significant, with women reporting more financial problems than men. (Author)

Questionnaire data from presidents of 22 publically-assisted black colleges revealed the major problem areas and administrative needs confronting these institutions, with inadequate finance being perceived as the primary issue. (EH)

Counseling, an essential function of the financial aid officer, is discussed in terms of opportunities, goals, problems, and responsibilities. (PG)

Prodigality of funds in academic channels has led to unexpected results: while some improved scholarship has been accomplished, mass subsidy has changed the tone of the university and the attitudes and activities of its participants. (JH)

The paper points out, using Canadian data for the 1960s, how many previous empirical studies of the distributive effects of public higher education have systematically ignored the life-cycle nature of investments in education. (Author/AG)

Reports an economic impact study conducted at Harrisburg Area Community College and provides instructions for conducting similar studies at other community colleges. Such studies may prove to the community that a college is not a "drag" on the economy and that it actually contributes to it by producing educated individuals. (DC)

The Ralston Purina Company of St. Louis pays community agencies to place youth in summer jobs. (BP)

High-quality leisure education programs for the elderly are few in number considering the size of the older population. Most existing programs are probably inappropriate for the elderly age group. Better perspectives and understanding on the part of leisure educators is needed. Leisure education programs for the elderly may become more plentiful…

This manual outlines a horseback riding program, conducted by the Larimer (Colorado) County Extension Service, for persons with disabilities. The program offers such benefits as the opportunity to learn horsemanship; strengthen and relax muscles; improve balance, coordination, and posture; and increase joint mobility. Designed to provide a…

This booklet offers simple descriptions of each of the long-term care services that may be available to individuals needing such care, identifies where in the community services might be located, and explains what portions of the costs for each type of service will be paid by Medicare, Medicaid or private supplementary insurance policies. This…