Considers the problems of regional accreditation commissions in evaluating non-traditional institutions and formerly single-campus institutions with multiple off-campus program sites. Relates the response of the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association and describes its sequential evaluation progress for…

Two programs providing diabetic patients and their families with information and instruction on diabetes, including self-care instruction are described. (JMF)

Examines innovative methods used by the Oklahoma City/County Metropolitan Library System to acquire, circulate, and display paperbacks. Treatment of uncataloged paperbacks and the use of bookmobiles are discussed; five tables compare paperback effectiveness to that of hardbound books. (SW)

Argues that the entrance of research libraries into the "arena," i.e., the area of public responsiveness, is a necessary adjustment to current realities. The special situations of patron-sponsored, affiliated, and independent research libraries are discussed in this light, using the Folger Library in Washington, D.C., as an example. (JD)

The Ferguson Library of Stamford, Connecticut, uses information resources in media format as part of its community information service. (PF)

In 1987, Yale University's Edward Zigler introduced the School of the 21st Century (21C), a model designed to enable schools to provide family support and child care services for children from infancy to age 12. Criticized as unfeasible, the decade-old program is now operating in 500 schools in 17 states and has helped redefine the family/school…

Describes a project launched by graduate student volunteers of Let's Talk Science at the University of Western Ontario that introduces senior high school students to research presentations given by undergraduate physiology students. (Author/AIM)

In 18 Appalachian Tennessee counties, an aggressive "war on illiteracy" recruits former dropouts to GED (high school equivalency) classes, literacy classes for those with grade 8-9 reading level, and basic skills classes. People who almost finished high school may earn diplomas through approved adult classes. Classes are taught by…

Describes how outreach and diversity efforts appear to be paying off as some colleges and universities experience record minority student enrollments this fall. (EV)

Describes a community building self-assessment tool which allows schools to continuously assess community outreach efforts and serves as a guide for outreach planning. Broad findings are reported along with implications at the state level. This article is a Washington Environmental Education Model Schools Program final report. (AIM)

Path analyses revealed that one's tendency to conceal distressing information, psychological distress, and attitudes toward seeking help predicted intended use of counseling services for college students who had and had not previously been in counseling. Prospective analyses revealed attitudes toward seeking help predicted actual use of campus…

A domestic violence support group in England helps women get out of abusive situations and develop the confidence and skills to live independently. A key feature is language support for limited-English-speaking women in diverse communities. (SK)

An Iowa survey of 351 adult basic education participants uncovered 10 motivations for participation, which were used to develop a cluster-analysis market segmentation. Another Iowa study found 4 basic causes for nonparticipation: low perception of need, perceived difficulty, dislike of school, and situational barriers. (SK)

Sociocultural alienation affects Black students' adjustment in predominantly White institutions. Administrators must be able to identify and eliminate institutional racism. Outreach approaches and counseling services delivered from an Afrocentric perspective can also help. (SK)