The article discusses the provision of educational services to multiply handicapped deaf children, as mandated by the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (P.L. 94-142). Some problems of definition and of identification are reviewed, along with considerations in the identification and placement of such children. (DLS)

The historical development of "color-consciousness" in American society and its impact on American economics, educational and intellectual history, and employment practices are described in this collection of symposium papers. The need for affirmative action remedies is discussed and suggestions for their implementation are included. (BH)

The requirement that bar examination applicants graduate from American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law schools is discussed in reference to ABA accreditation criteria and methods, and the applicability of antitrust laws to this procedure. Revisions of ABA accreditation requirements that would insure compliance with antitrust laws are…

The responsibilities of colleges and universities toward handicapped students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are matched by the responsibilities of disabled persons themselves toward their institution. Advanced planning by both colleges and students and an end to arrangements that segregate the handicapped are advocated.…

The legal status of constitutionally autonomous higher education systems is analyzed, and a constitutional provision granting autonomous status to the Board of Regents of the State University System of Florida is proposed. The legal implication of adopting the constitutional provision granting autonomy is assessed. (JMD)

Ethnic prejudice, particularly against blacks, is most pervasive and is not perceived by whites. The conditioning of whites into a superiority/inferiority syndrome for over 300 years has resulted in psychological and physical damage to discriminatees and discriminators. Concerted efforts must be mounted to overcome this. (Author)

Explores the sources of conflict in the allied health field and analyzes the dysfunctional and beneficial aspects of this conflict. Recommendations are made for the effective management of this conflict so that the allied health professions can begin to function as a single cohesive unit within the overall health care system. (Author/HD)

Discusses the modalities of access to public universities and private Fachhochschulen (technical colleges) in Austria in light of the 1993 University Organization Act, which gave universities greater autonomy and allowed them to take market conditions of supply and demand into account in regard to admissions and programs. (MDM)

Although a casual analysis might suggest that a faculty member cannot afford a two-term sabbatical leave, factors affecting income loss from sabbaticals have changed. These include an increase in the number of two-income households, general increases in salary levels, and substantial revisions in federal tax law. Income loss from sabbaticals,…

With passage of the National and Community Service Trust Act of 1993, national service volunteers will be joining forces with community-based organizations to work with underserved populations, creating many challenges. The community agency perspective on some anticipated challenges, possible responses, and application of principles of good…

Funds from Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and its successive amendments provide school districts with the means to help children who are often served last, those in high poverty schools. Homeless, migrant, neglected, and delinquent children are among those to whom Title I can give a voice. (SLD)

The Illinois General Assembly adopted a bill designed to increase school district autonomy. Provides an overview of the waiver act and its regulations. Analyzes the school districts' waiver requests, specifically addressing physical education, corporal punishment, and the five-clock-hour school day. Discusses the act's implications for educational…

Examines how and why language policy decisions were made in Indiana from 1976 to 1995 and what the effect of those decisions was on the delivery of educational services to language minority students attending public schools. The article draws on legal documents and interviews with legislators and advocates to show the process and outcome of the…

Analyzes the history of public concern regarding children's rights in the 20th century. Details the political process leading to the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child, the ratification of the Convention, and its political effects, and presents hypotheses regarding determinants of the Convention's worldwide impact. Notes areas where…

College and university planners can help ensure federal standards for sex equity are met in athletic facilities by studying the Office of Civil Rights inspectors' manual, consulting a summary of violations of Title IX, reviewing existing facilities-related litigation, and becoming aware of the realities of financing athletic facilities and…