This article concentrates on a methodological construct that includes concepts relating to the needs of society but which, in its totality as a process, impacts values and provides a means to describe behavior. (Author/RK)

Although the planning-programming-budgeting system (PPBS) has its limitations, it should be used in evaluating community service programs. (DC)

Parkland Community College (Illinois) takes cultural entertainment to the community by traveling to the people. Local organizations, such as Women's Clubs, distribute publicity and sell tickets, while the college provides the programs, secures the facilities, directs advertising, and provides the sponsoring organization with publicity display…

Illustrates how the Community College of Denver successfully adapts to changing needs by structuring its curricula to prepare graduates for the specific conditions of its community and by providing needed community services. (JG)

Includes abstracts that are samples of the documents in the ERIC junior college collection that deal with the development, modification, and financing of community service programs. (TP)