A private firm is operating a program for public schools that has improved the reading and math skills of potential dropouts. (Author)

Students at Virginia Polytechnic Institute have a choice of 11 dining rooms, two entrees at each meal, and as much as they want to eat. (Editor)

Proxemics deals with man's use and structuring of space, particularly the unconscious patterns that deeply influence life. It can never tell the designer how to design but can tell him important things to consider. (Author/PR)

Reports that the modular, or systems construction technique, through greater preplanning, is providing improved school facilities while holding the line on construction costs. Examples of the successful use of this systems approach in single school buildings are provided. (JF)

Additions made to two schools are shown as opportunities to modernize existing buildings, infuse curricula with new techniques, and update educational tools. (Author/MF)

A cross section of urban community leaders participated in developing the design plan for this college. The major consideration is to provide a viable, stimulating environment on a limited urban site. (MLF)

A three-story, multi-level community college, to be built on an 18-acre Chicago urban renewal site, is scheduled to open in 1972. The design emphasizes community access to facilities. (MLF)

By repeating innovative, modular building design and by teamwork among school executives, an architect, and a capital expenditure manager, this school system cut $32 per square foot from anticipated building costs. The district also achieved security, low maintenance, and pleasant learning environments. (PB)

Summarizes elements contributing to the evolution of the present Sigmund Samuel Library, University of Toronto, Canada, including reasons for renovation, committee deliberations, purchasing of equipment, and problems encountered during the actual renovation and moving of materials. Two references are cited. (EJS)

Career education needs of disabled college students must include removing architectural barriers, training career counselors, and developing innovative programs. The career planning approach at California State University, Northridge is described in terms of services for all students as well as those for disabled students. (CL)