Discusses private fundraising initiatives for public libraries, often through special foundations with full-time fundraisers. Highlights include experiences at the Public Library of Des Moines Foundation; metropolitan, suburban, and small public library initiatives; fundraising on the Web; effects on public support; outreach programs; bequests;…

In Russia International Adult Learners Week highlights the democratization process the country is undergoing. Government attention to rural development and training and agrarian policy is needed. (SK)

Surveyed adolescent boys who had participated in a brief outreach program to high school health education classes designed to increase boys' knowledge about and improve their attitudes toward testicular self-examination (TSE) and early cancer detection. Results indicated that the 1-hour outreach improved students' knowledge and attitudes regarding…

Describes a model developed as part of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) overall plan to create increased learning opportunities related to its scientific and technical enterprises. Uses this model to create multimedia resources designed to improve science and mathematics skills in students to improve public awareness of…

Provides a selection of criteria (including needs assessment, shared responsibilities, decision making, constant communication, and continuous participation) which must be part of lasting and long-term outreach efforts with parents. (MG)

The University of Ulster developed a one-year course for women leading to a certificate in Information Technology Studies. Course content focused on personal development, study skills, assertiveness, communication skills, career and life planning, management skills, and social and economic effects of new technology. Support services included child…

A move is underway to mobilize college students to perform service in their communities. Actively incorporating community service into an institution's mission should not be left to chance. The Partnership for Service-Learning proposes six criteria by which a program of national service should be evaluated. (MLW)

Discussion of issues in bookmobile services to migrant workers focuses on the experiences of the Fresno County Public Library. A profile of migrant workers is provided, and funding problems and options, the information provision aspect of library service, lending policies, and impediments to serving migrants are discussed. (three references) (MES)

Recent research on the causes of hypertension could influence the care given by sports medicine physicians to Black patients in general, and to Black athletes in particular. (JD)

Lancaster University's Office of Adult Continuing Education offered an outreach program for adults with disabilities. A basic consideration was whether university-linked courses contribute to self-development and perceptions of university study as an achievable goal for such adults. (SK)

Describes the licensed, Medicaid-certified adult day-care center at Virginia Tech, which provides research, teaching, and public service opportunities for faculty and students. The processes of design, funding, licensure and certification, and marketing are explained. (SK)

Schools are discovering a wealth of experience and expertise available in their communities' senior populations. The graying of America guarantees older adults' continuing availability as a volunteer force. This article provides advice on developing intergenerational and outreach programs, stressing recruitment strategies and benefits of senior…

An award-winning teacher-recruitment program in Atlanta, Georgia, increased its pool of minority candidates by training enthusiastic staff as volunteer university recruiters. The district improved the program further by targeting more black colleges, casting a nationwide recruitment net, cooperating with 11 other school districts, and instituting…

Describes the humanitarian efforts of St. Luke's Parish to reach out to the community and help others. Its attempts to spread justice and peace have made it a healing presence in southern society. (YKH)

Describes the development of a new television show on PBS called "Between the Lions" that is aimed at developing literacy of primary school children. Set in a library, the show's producers met with librarians for advice and will have libraries participating in local outreach programs to help promote the show. (LRW)