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Direct linkDickmeyer, Nathan – New Directions for Higher Education, 1982
The decision on the most appropriate size for liberal arts colleges should not be made on economic grounds. Analysis of literature shows that economic benefits through economies of scale are too debatable to play an important role. Fixed costs may be offset by less institutional complexity in small colleges. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: College Planning, College Role, Costs, Decision Making
Morrill, Richard L. – New Directions for Higher Education, 1988
Center College of Kentucky's "central myth," or self-understanding, articulated strategically, became the basis for planning and decisions responsible for significant institutional achievement. (MLW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Administration, Collegiality, Decision Making
Qualls, Robert L. – New Directions for Higher Education, 1983
Building an effective board requires attention to trustees' roles and responsibilities, selection of new trustees, board organization, and criteria for measuring trustees' performance. Full participation is essential for effective decision-making, and six committees can be helpful: executive, nominating, finance, development, academic affairs, and…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Board Administrator Relationship, Committees, Decision Making
