Examines the leadership perspective of three community college board chairs that were examined in a three part study using qualitative data. Themes of facilitation, communication, information, participation, expectation, and collaboration emerged from the data. Author summarizes the chair's perspective and offers a guide to board chair leadership.…

This document describes strategic planning at Tidewater Community College (TCC) (Virginia). The TCC strategic plan is the culmination of two years of intensive discussions among the college faculty, students, and board members, as well as the members of the South Hampton Roads community at large. This plan comprises three sections. The first…

This Austin Community College (ACC) District Master Plan for 2004-2006 continues ACC's efforts to manage growth and change through a comprehensive planning process. The planning process was coordinated with the ACC Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Alternate Self Study. This study addresses the following areas: (1) Fiscal…

The American institution of Academic Boards of Trustees is examined, with attention to their operation and conduct; their importance to the effective functioning of American higher education; whether their roles are subject to erosion over time; and their relationship to the college presidency. The analysis is based partially on interviews…

This report compares actual performance with the projected levels of performance set out in National Council on Disability's (NCD) annual performance plan. The report shows a positive link between the allocated resources and NCD's performance. NCD's assessment review showed that it was successful in meeting its goals and achieving its intended…

This annual report provides strategies for improving the quality of early childhood programs. Describes changes in early childhood education, changes affecting National Association for the Education of Young Children's (NAEYC's) capacity, and adapting NAEYC's existing strategies and launching new ones. Contains a 1996-97 financial summary of…

The Office of Institutional Research (OIR) at Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) conducts analytical studies and provides information in support of institutional planning, policy formation, and decision making. This OIR report, prepared in conjunction with the Financial Aid Office, analyzes dependent students who applied for financial aid…

In October, 1998, the Howard Community College (Maryland) board of trustees created a Commission on the Future (COF) to help the College identify emerging issues, prepare for the future, and develop a vision of the College's role in the 21st century. Task forces were established to conduct research, interview experts, and debate how the college…

Written for trustees and college/university presidents, this book examines and discusses the relationship between the governing board and college presidents in higher education. Chapter 1 provides an overview of the college presidency. Chapter 2 presents a review of the research on leadership which demonstrates that the policies and practices of…

The paper presents an overview and analysis of the selection process of public college and university trustees and regents, examining the experiences of three states--Minnesota, Massachusetts, and Kentucky which use screening committees to assist governors in the selection of regents. The discussion also covers two statewide trustee orientation…

The paper addresses the need for reform in the trusteeship of public higher education that will address coming economic, political, and social challenges. It suggests the need for clearer definition of the roles and responsibilities of lawmakers, trustees, and public higher education leaders, and key reforms that include: (1) the recruitment,…