In this book politicians talk about higher education-financing, the community college phenomenon, the university and society, and other concerns. (MJM)

The Cable Television Information Center, as part of its overall attempt to provide local governmental policy makers with the information and analytical tools needed for sound decision making, prepared a report to assist public officials who wish to develop technical standards for cable television (CATV) systems in their communities. The report…

Describes a study to investigate attitudes of male and female politicians in Hawaii regarding womens' issues and the role of women in public office. Concludes that the sex of a politician is not a significant factor in individual attitudes toward public policies that affect women. For journal availability, see SO 506 481. (Author/DB)

Believes the Department of Education and Science may be wrong in arguing that pupil governors under 18 are illegal. (Editor)

Outlook is the monthly newsletter for the Council for American Private Education (CAPE). Each issue contains information relating to private education such as: new legislation and regulations, the most recent research, court rulings, national trends, federal initiatives, private school news briefs, and more. This issue contains the following…

A shrinking number of Americans are interested in politics?a trend pronounced among younger citizens. Politicians, academics, civic leaders and others are scrambling to find solutions. This study was commissioned by the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) and focuses on local political parties.…

It is the purpose of this study to conduct a detailed inquiry into the reorganization of the governmental machinery for administering State financial affairs as it effects State higher education in each of the 48 States. Among the pertinent questions to be answered are the following: (1) In which of the States has the centralized fiscal control…

Regulation and legislation make the role of the classroom teacher more bureaucratic. Legislators can contribute to the improvement of education by policy analysis and by making teacher salaries more competitive with the alternatives available to competent people. (MLF)

The best sources of information on energy are the officials of the government agencies in the energy field, the editors of trade and trade and professional journals, and specialists working on energy issues. A selected list of such officials is given. (Author/MLW)

Clarifies the nature of rhetorical fictions by contrasting them with poetic and dialectical fictions and demonstrates the ways in which the office and role of the Presidency are rhetorical. Proposes an expanded notion of rhetorical fictions that encompasses the Presidency. (JMF)

Examined the linkage between experiential educational programs that emphasize civic engagement and the activities of local governmental and nonprofit organizations. While leaders of governments and organizations have only irregular contacts with higher education programs that might encourage civic engagement, and leaders perceive a diverse range…

The three final candidates to replace Spelman College (Georgia) president Johnetta B. Cole are testimony to the status the institution has attained through recent leadership. The candidates, all high-achieving women, include a former Secretary of Energy, acting U.S. Surgeon General, and a University of California, Los Angeles vice chancellor. (MSE)

Spelman College has chosen one of its own alumnae, Audrey Manley, acting Surgeon General of the United States, as its eighth president. Some controversy accompanies the appointment. Manley is the widow of former Spelman President Albert Manley. (MSE)

As this election season hits full stride, the education debate among those holding and seeking public office appears short of discourse about a critical means to ensuring student success. Our students are rightfully being held to higher expectations, both in school and in their lives that follow as citizens and workers. Yet, too many students,…

This article presents an interview with James E. McGreevey, Governor of New Jersey. In this interview, Gov. McGreevey discusses workforce and economic development in New Jersey and how he plans to expand higher educational opportunities.