The history, administration, and current operations of the Administrative Data Processing department of the University of Iowa are described. Types of equipment, budgets, and service records are mentioned. (SF)

The organizational arrangements of the Associated Colleges of Central Kansas, a consortium chartered as a corporation to provide cooperative computing facilities, are described. Hardware systems, administrative system development, and financing are examined. (SF)

The use of management information systems (MIS) in higher education is discussed. It is suggested that the value of MIS in higher education is its potential utility in effective political position-building rather than conventional problem-solving. (BH)

Management information systems are explained and their use by small colleges is discussed. The Columbus Technical Institute Management Information System is described as a first step in providing data processing for higher education. (BH)

The testimony of Robert G. Gillespie before the House Subcommittee on Science, Research and Technology is presented concerning a bill to establish a national commission to study the scientific and technological implications of information technology in education. (SF)

Metropolitan State College's computer support system is described. Unique features of this system include: separate off-campus facilities for both academic and administrative computer support and a system where institutional research and administrative computer services report to the same office. (BH)

The administrative computing operation of Miami-Dade Community College (Florida) is described. The financial aspects, equipment, and services offered by the institution's computer system are detailed. (BH)