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Peer reviewedUseem, Michael – Social Problems, 1981
Data on the governing boards and characteristics of 341 colleges and universities show that the "dominant stratum" of business (individuals with simultaneous influence in several major corporations), rather than business as a whole, has formed an enduring relationship with universities that are oriented toward education of the elite.…
Descriptors: Governing Boards, Higher Education, Private Financial Support, School Business Relationship
Nicklin, Julie L. – Chronicle of Higher Education, 1994
National trends in private support of colleges and universities indicate increased giving, but at rates barely above inflation. Data are presented on trustee gifts, dollar totals and averages by institution type in 1991-92 and 1992-93, and top 20 institutions in total giving, alumni donations, total giving per student, and alumni giving per…
Descriptors: Alumni, Economic Climate, Fund Raising, Governing Boards
Chronicle of Higher Education, 1986
The distribution of age, sex, race, primary occupation, retirement status, educational background, and other characteristics of governing board members for private and public colleges and universities are tabulated. (MSE)
Descriptors: Age, Alumni, Educational Background, Governing Boards
