The MSW Task Force has two purposes: (1) to provide leaders for groups and workshops and (2) to provide an opportunity for unemployed female mental health professionals to maintain their professional identity and to increase their skills and experience. The Task Force conducts various types of groups within the community. (Author)

The AED Center for School and Community Services has applied decades of research to pioneering successful approaches to school reform. It has also evaluated--and helped to advance--some of the most exciting initiatives in American education. In the tradition of AED, the Center defines "education" broadly. Recognizing the interdependence of many…

What are the sources of community services program funding? The associate dean of instruction at West Hills College (California) describes the results of a survey of the seven "pace setter" states. (Editor)

Article examined the role of the community college in developing community services. (RK)

A look at several alternatives for the development of cable television as a non-profit community-owned enterprise. (HB)

The future of community services in the community college isn't so bright says the Director of the ERIC Clearinghouse for Junior Colleges. (Editor/CB)

Community services, the only unique aspect of community colleges, needs faculty involvement and a separate administrative structure to be effective. (RN)

An innovative design for the organization of community services and continuing education in a community college district calls for the centralization of administration and the decentralization of program offerings. (RN)

Since the community college and the church share the community services function, cooperation between them can result in more effective community development. (RN)

Describes a program at North Hennepin State Junior College (Minnesota), offering educational opportunities to senior citizens. (SP)

The case for university extension activity in the engineering field is made. The need for such services is described. Benefits to the university and to the practicing engineer are also described. (TS)

Oakland Community College (Michigan) has instituted a center for drug studies that could serve as a model for other institutions. It includes in-service training programs for counselors, teachers and volunteers, referral services, and drug abuse education programs. (NF)