Provides a profile of minorities in higher education and community colleges, expressing concern for the impact of academic legitimacy on community college transfers. Challenges posed by transfer expectations are examined, and a set of conditions and models for transfer are explored. Ways to improve minority transfer are discussed. (SM)

Discusses the collegiate role of community colleges, arguing that liberal arts and transferable career education make up the collegiate function. Suggests that access to collegiate education is a stronger form of educational opportunity because of the skills it can provide and the potential for educational and other gains for students. (MAB)