Notes that pension plans which group employees by sex constitutes a denial of equal pay for equal work for the majority of the population which is in the overlap group. (Author/AM)

The question of whether the selling of art by a private nonprofit art association violates the provisions of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 is considered. Revenue rulings of 1971 and 1976 suggest that any sale of art may render the organization ineligible for tax exemption when private interests are benefited. (JMD)

Low income of many Black families, which is a product of racism, is at the root of problems Black colleges face. Low endowments and small student bodies (which imply less potential for soliciting federal aid) make it difficult for these colleges to compete with larger, predominantly White institutions. (GC)

Examines the budget reduction crisis at New York City Community College and the retrenchment models which were implemented. (MB)

The author discusses the problems associated with the rules and regulations governing the "set-asides" and "excess costs" for programs for handicapped and disadvantaged students in vocational education as set forth in P.L. 94-482. He explains that the rules may limit rather than expand these programs and delineates six elements…

The Schomburg Center houses the biggest, most comprehensive collection devoted to material about people of African descent, with many of its works available nowhere else. Its development and wide use are described. (LBH)

Can institutions of higher education continue the tradition of open access and quality instruction as financial resources become increasingly scarce, or must they choose between educational opportunity and quality? The way these problems are handled within the University of Wisconsin System are discussed. (Author/LBH)

This article describes some of the difficulties encountered by black female heads of households in caring for their families. It is noted that social and economic problems of single black mothers are exacerbated by discriminatory practices in the areas of employment and welfare. (GC)

Discusses the need for teaching home economics in developing nations, reviews the background of teaching home economics and proposals for developing this area in Nigeria, and covers the present developments and problems pertaining to the inclusion of home economics in both primary and secondary Nigerian school curriculums. (EM)

The lawyer and counselor as an interdisciplinary team can inform the client as to complicating post-divorce problems as well as methods commonly used to conserve and effectively utilize the funds available. Thus the woman proceeds with full knowledge of the financial consequences and hazards of divorce. (Author)

The Illinois Board of Rengents had to overcome institutional inertia on its three campuses to prepare for future financial exigency. A discussion paper served as an effective instrument and led to development of a consensus plan. (Editor/LBH)

Reviews the reasons why community colleges are not getting their share of the federal funds awarded to post-secondary institutions and proposes methods of remedying the situation. (DC)

Offers a set of criteria for evaluating the impact of state funding plans on the diversity of a college's mission; educational quality, outcomes, and effectiveness; educational access and equity; and "fair share" divisions of resources. Considers alternatives to enrollment-based funding. (DMM)

Examines how InterAid, a private-sector relief agency, responded to the false charge that it had misappropriated $20 million purportedly raised for Ethiopian famine relief. Suggests that it was not primarily negative reporting that retarded the strength of InterAid, but InterAid's inability to demonstrate shared common interests with its primary…

Analysis of United States government data on the status of black Americans in 1984 produces the following highlights: (1) the decline in black income; (2) the increase in black poverty; (3) continuing problems of black unemployment; and (4) the adverse affect of budget and tax policies on black income. (PS)