Described is a study in which energy demands were analyzed and several plausable future energy scenarios were developed. The article attempts to illustrate the dynamics of energy demand and supply in the United States in order to aid future planning. (MDR)

The need for effective planning in higher education has never been greater, nor has the need for more effective use of limited resources. Article describes the rationale underlying planning, the requirements for planning, and the roles of administrators, trustees, faculty, and staff in the planning process. (JDS)

The ways in which 24 private and 24 public AAU universities have established this student assistance policy are examined. Consideration is given to some of the implications for universities and especially graduate students. (Author/LBH)

Observations from the first conference for nine recipients of Exxon RAMP grants, hosted June 16-18, 1974 by St. Lawrence University, are offered. Focus is on the nature of the grant process itself and the relationship between the grantor and grantee. (LBH)

Demonstrates the mathematical equivalence of various school finance equalization formulas, describes the elements that complicate the preparation of a generalized simulation capability, and briefly presents a conceptualization of a generalized simulation model. (JG)

Surveyed 348 prison inmates about their needs or interests in rehabilitation programs, reasons for their needs, whether they deserved treatment, and why. Results suggest that prisoners view rehabilitation and reform as the major purpose of punishment or prison sentence. Need was endorsed most often as fairest criterion for program participation.…

Appalachian Regional Commission accomplishments from 1983-1985 included education projects focusing on basic skills, vocational education, and school dropout reduction serving some 100,000 people for $11.5 million and health projects placing 350 physicians in underserved areas. Future proposals and resources may focus on special areas within…

Offers 10 reasons for not eliminating counseling programs in schools. Counters arguments for eliminating counseling programs because of budget constraints. Argues that children still have emotional problems which require counseling. (ABB)

The surge in federal aid to students at proprietary schools, many of whom drop out, means that students seeking bachelor's degrees at non-profit public and private institutions are getting less aid. Proprietary schools claim they are doing a better job of educating disadvantaged students. (MSE)

Argues that the integration of computers into English departments will have an immediate and significant impact on the social systems and communications within those academic communities. Suggests ways of responsibly distributing and using computer resources. (MM)

Reflects on several issues confronting an English department chair, including part-time faculty, adequate writing programs, curriculum reform, and resource allocation. (MM)

Argues that categorical funds should be available with few restrictions so that local education agencies can make decisions on how to add the funds to the tax-levy base. Claims that this type of funding could provide a variety of instructional programs to meet the needs of targeted students, without segregating them or contributing to their…

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)

College and university administrators and trustees have an obligation to maximize the return on all available resources consistent with law and with prudent conduct. Assessing and minimizing risk is an essential component of developing a creative financing program. (MLW)

Recent British emphasis on performance indicators in the evaluation of universities and the allocation of resources are examined. Potential problems in their use are discussed. (MSE)