North Carolina Community College System's fact book is a yearly publication providing data on the status of the entire system. It contains information about college programs, finance, facilities, equipment, students, staff, and faculty. The 2001 book highlights include: (1) the system offers more than 1,800 curriculum programs under more than 200…

Views of 705 state legislators about higher education in New England were surveyed in 1984. Five major topics in higher education were covered: quality, role in economic development, finance, communication between educators and legislators, and role in retraining mid-career workers. A large majority of the respondents felt New England colleges and…

One of the most important strategies for promoting economic development is providing educational opportunities for entry into and advancement within the work force. In support of this strategy, Kansas public community colleges and vocational-technical schools have expanded their offerings to include customized training for businesses and…