A student activities program at a high school in Indianapolis has sparked new life into a dying program. The background, activities, and recommendations are discussed. (MF)

All university professionals must make greater effort to mobilize local, state and national public opinion to support the creation and funding of non-academic public service institutions to meet social needs of the community. Delivered at the 80th Annual Meeting of AAMC, Nov. 1, 1969. (IR)

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)

Describes the student creation of a remarkable unicorn mural for a neighborhood construction site. (MM)

Argues that human development programs afford students in sociology and related fields with valuable experience regardless of current vocational goals. Describes the Southern Louisiana University's community Counseling Services Program as a multipurpose pedagogical tool in undergraduate sociology education providing field experience,…

Analyzes differences between youth unemployment and unemployment in general. Shows that while market unemployment has been moving downward, youth unemployment has been trending upward. Discusses community services for youth manpower development, schools and job preparation, and recommendations for improving the situation. (CT)

Describes the implementation of a collaborative discharge planning program for a chronic psychiatric population. Emphasizes the importance of good communication between patient and professionals. Presents a case example. Findings suggest more substantial involvement of patients in after-care programs is needed. (Author/JAC)

Proposes that state legislatures require all high school students to earn academic credit through unpaid community service to gain an instinct for public service. Considers the impact of such a program on student attitudes, anticipates possible objections, and makes recommendations for implementation. (Author/WD)

The RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) in E. St. Louis is described. How the program got started, guidelines, funding information, and testimony from the volunteers themselves are included. (CT)

To evaluate the functioning of a senior citizens' center, data were collected on six variables: (1) historical population shifts; (2) attendance and membership statistics; (3) goal attainment; (4) community outreach attempts; (5) neighborhood resources; and (6) general factors affecting attendance. Comparisons revealed a pattern of decreasing…