Outlines some of the major areas of federal responsibility for professional development in vocational education. (Editor)

The specific emphasis of this paper on the urban library system includes: programs and services for a changing society and new clientele, community relationships, and the financing of programs. (12 references) (Author/NH)

Service to the disadvantaged can be fostered within existing institutions provided total commitment and strong administrative direction are given to: (1) organization and planning, (2) financing, (3) interagency cooperation and community relations, and (4) staffing. (15 references) (Author/NH)

Library fund raising must be a cooperative effort involving library staff, development office personnel, faculty, president, trustees, and off-campus volunteers, and friends of the university. There are various sources of funds and kinds of approaches to donors which may be tried. Success is not assured, but the potential is great. (6 references)…

A community and college sponsored wine festival to raise funds for student financial aid is reported. (MN)

Article consists of recommendations made by the Joint Committee of the National Education Association and the Association of American Publishers to facilitate the selection of instructional materials. (AF)

Outlines Wisconsin's proposed plan to establish a voucher system for its higher education institutions. (JF)

Oregon State Senator Newbry explains interstate cooperative arrangements in the field of education in Oregon. (MK)