The California Postsecondary Education Commission is statutorily responsible for reviewing and commenting on the need for new degree and certificate programs proposed by the public higher education systems. This report summarizes the results of approximately 100 independent reviews conducted between 2002 and 2004. The long-range academic plans of…

By leasing the Eugene W. Kettering Engineering and Science Center in downtown Dayton, Ohio, Wright State University plans to enlarge significantly its activities in continuing education for engineers, scientists, and others. (JR)

Reports on the reading programs at Lakewood High School in Ohio and the Reading Laboratory at the University of Iowa. (TO)

Describes several seriously mistaken judgments underlying the development of compensatory higher education programs for disadvantaged black college students, and describes the task of black professionals in the field of education as role models and as enabling agents to help revolutionize the higher education process. (Author/JM)

Although the university, as a societal institution, appears to have a commitment to the social structure, it has failed to fulfill for the development of value-free academic disciplines. (Author/JM)

The Crisis Health Aide program described in this article is an outgrowth of the University of Nebraska Health Center's Aide program. (Authors/CB)

Describes the results of a survey questionnaire returned from selected educators concerning the desirable characteristics of master's degree programs for teachers of industrial arts. (GR)

Tabulation of questionnaire responses reveals many institutions favor part-time field work, coordinated with academic studies. Lack of empirical support for value of full-time internships indicates need for states to be cautious regarding structure of field work experiences in certification requirements. Data tables. (CJ)

Describes adaptation of field placement offered at Elmhurst College which helps student gain self confidence, self-reliance. Offers opportunity for vocational exploration with salary, possibility of academic credit. (CJ)