Examines the nature of empirical research in six public administration-related journals by focusing on the purpose of published research, research designs, and statistical techniques. Suggests that a cumulative knowledge base is not being developed by public administration scholars. (Author/JOW)

The article integrates information on three topics--the quantitative backgrounds and computing needs of social science students; cooperation among social science instructors, students, and computer center user consultants; and attitudes of instructors in public administration and political science doctoral programs. (Author/DB)

New techniques always have economic and social consequences, and hence political and ideological implications, which pose problems for society. Computerization has been no exception to the rule, particularly since its applications impinge on every field and open up breathtaking prospects in every sector of society. (Author/BB)

A questionnaire survey of 106 master's programs in public affairs/administration are to a significant degree conducting more computer training than are programs within political science departments. (Author/CT)

Data on higher education institutions producing the most master's, doctoral, and first professional degrees are presented by field of study and race/ethnicity of the degree recipient (white, African American, Hispanic, Asian American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Native American). Doctorate recipient rates for 1986-95 in science and engineering are…