It is imperative that student financial officers and policymakers develop an awareness of ways in which students can maximize their potential with the increase of private sector financial support systems. (JOW)

Defines the term "independent" and discusses factors affecting independent productions, such as finance, production, distribution, and audiences. (PD)

The experiences of a four-person advancement staff of a 300-student institution that had six weeks to meet a two-for-one challenge are discussed. The one-week planning process is described and the campaign strategies are reviewed. (MLW)

This report compares shared-savings programs with financing through the use of internal funds, loans, leases, and lease purchase plans for financing energy conservation in nonprofit buildings. The shared savings option was found to offer the greatest benefits to the customer. (MLF)

Discusses the introduction of new technologies into library activities, focusing on benefits, expectations, staff, services, comparison of situations before and after adoption of new technology, costs, funding, and economic considerations. Thirteen references are cited. (EJS)

Summarizes the major themes of "Gathering God's People: Signs of a Successful Parish," a National Catholic Educational Association publication dealing with various aspects of parish ministry. Underscores the need to integrate Catholic schools with the church's mission; increase parent involvement; and address potential problems in…

Examines the prospects for the humanities within the bureaucratic structure which determines resource allocations. Suggests that higher education be viewed as big business to help clarify ways in which change, policy, and individuals interact within complex settings. Concludes that leadership is needed to sustain the role of the humanities within…

The citation frequencies found in the journal literature for 51 Carnegie Commission sponsored research reports were compared with 51 Jossey-Bass publications. Little or no difference was found in the quality of the journals that cite either type of publication. (Author/MLW)

Examines reduction of public library services as way to deal with problem of higher costs in time of decreasing revenues and discusses the need to understand current economic situation and relationship between public library support and economic prosperity. Economic theories, stagflation, individual prosperity, and ways to plan for austerity are…

Business is currently funding research, lending its experts to teach courses, and helping colleges shape the education of students it will eventually hire. Universities are actively soliciting research funds and reaching out with new educational services tailored for business. Various issues related to these relationships are discussed. (Author/JN)

Various industries are currently spending more of their research and development (R&D) money to support university-based projects than in the past. There has been a fourfold increase during the past decade, with an estimated $275 million provided during 1982. Reasons for and issues related to this relationship are discussed. (Author/JN)

Delineates issues concerning Cuban/Haitian unaccompanied minor entrants to the United States. Implications for the child welfare system are briefly outlined. (Author/CM)

In this excerpt from an address to the 1982 meeting of the American Educational Research Association, the director of the National Institution of Education reaffirms the Institute's commitment to equal education and quality education and outlines priorities for the funding of educational research in the 1980s. (Author/GC)

The Seattle (Washington) School District operates a single, centrally located athletic playing field for 10 secondary schools. Rental fees charged to community groups and other schools have generated substantial revenue. Providing a valuable service to the community has paid off in goodwill toward the school system. (Author/MLF)

Provides information regarding recent administrative budgetary decisions for 1982 to support basic research in the universities from Department of Defense (DOD) monies. Discusses the concern that research and training programs on campuses remain unclassified, even though DOD monies fund the programs. (CS)