Reflection about traditional policies and philosophies of student housing led to greater consideration of contemporary student needs. (Editor)

Reports that the modular, or systems construction technique, through greater preplanning, is providing improved school facilities while holding the line on construction costs. Examples of the successful use of this systems approach in single school buildings are provided. (JF)

Additions made to two schools are shown as opportunities to modernize existing buildings, infuse curricula with new techniques, and update educational tools. (Author/MF)

Describes the Rochdale Co-op College, Inc., a student development corporation. Financial and administrative problems were encountered as the students attempted to arrange classes and seminars, and to live together. (DM)

An essay of personal impressions of a Soviet society uneasily clinging to its small new freedoms. (Author)

A cross section of urban community leaders participated in developing the design plan for this college. The major consideration is to provide a viable, stimulating environment on a limited urban site. (MLF)

A three-story, multi-level community college, to be built on an 18-acre Chicago urban renewal site, is scheduled to open in 1972. The design emphasizes community access to facilities. (MLF)

By repeating innovative, modular building design and by teamwork among school executives, an architect, and a capital expenditure manager, this school system cut $32 per square foot from anticipated building costs. The district also achieved security, low maintenance, and pleasant learning environments. (PB)

Computer-based building management systems can cut the energy costs of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in school buildings. Administrators are advised on how to choose the best system. (MLF)

Summarizes elements contributing to the evolution of the present Sigmund Samuel Library, University of Toronto, Canada, including reasons for renovation, committee deliberations, purchasing of equipment, and problems encountered during the actual renovation and moving of materials. Two references are cited. (EJS)

Career education needs of disabled college students must include removing architectural barriers, training career counselors, and developing innovative programs. The career planning approach at California State University, Northridge is described in terms of services for all students as well as those for disabled students. (CL)

Computerized energy management at Drew University (New Jersey) is accomplished by direct digital control in which microprocessor controllers control, monitor, and carry out energy management functions at the equipment level. (Author/MLF)

It is necessary to understand how the people of Nigeria have created spaces appropriate in their lifestyles before designing architecture for the specifics of the diverse cultures in the country. Only by understanding why Nigerians live as they do can relevant spaces be developed for them. (MLW)