THE STANDARDS DESIRED FOR HEALTH SERVICES IN THE CONNECTICUT VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL SCHOOLS ARE PRESENTED. THE DIRECTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE HEALTH SERVICES OF HIS SCHOOL. HE WILL ARRANGE FOR THE SCHOOL MEDICAL ADVISOR'S SERVICES, EMPLOY THE SCHOOL NURSE, AND MAKE BUDGET PROVISIONS FOR THE PERSONAL SERVICES AND THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES…

This speech gives advice on eliciting annual donations to small colleges. The annual campaign or capital campaign is suggested to be the most challenging, all-embracing, pervasive, and exhausting program in fund raising. Campaign success is defined and elements of the annual campaign that help insure success are discussed. (TT)

Investigated was the management of computer centers with emphasis on managing the programming effort. Problems and objectives of programming management were examined and techniques used in various business and governmental organizations are presented in the report. The aspects of the problem discussed in this report emphasize programming…

A bibliography which attempts to pull together gaming literature from various fields for the use of city planners is presented. It contains samples from fields related to city planning, especially administration and education. It includes references to simulation, decision-making theory, etc. (Author/CK)

In assessing proposals for welfare reform, a key point to consider is the provision made for change once the program has begun. The Supplemental Security Income Program experience illustrates this point. (Author/SE)

Notes that all assignments for writing assessment require a rhetorical transaction. Describes the rhetorical frame provided by the assessment developed at the University of Michigan, and compares versions of the test topics to discern their equivalency through an analysis of student performance. (HTH)

Examines the evolution of the writing center at Queens College City University of New York. Asserts that a sense of community is the most important element of a writing center. (MM)

The 4-H program can be improved if Extension agents administer rather than conduct the program. This means that leaders will have to be well-recruited and trained, and take responsibility for conducting much of the program. (Author)

Two examples from the law enforcement field are presented in support of Ginsberg's (TM 508 964) view that social dysfunctionality follows from the attempt to distribute scarce resources in a manner that appears politically legitimate. (BW)

The basic functions and procedures of management consulting are contrasted with formal program evaluation. A case example illustrates the differing approaches used in programmatic problem solving. The similarities and differences between these specializations are highlighted to understand their unique but complementary contributions to the…

One explanation for the apparent failure to achieve the objectives of citizen involvement in policy planning and greater agency sensitivity to citizen interests is that advocates have not based goals on sound empirical and theoretical grounds. A number of propositions are suggested. (Author/IRT)

Administrations at colleges and universities are continually faced with the following dilemma: "Just what is our school radio station all about?" To help to answer such questions, this paper focuses upon some of the basic elements contained in formulating, operating, and managing a college or university radio station. The approach…

This management kit introduces building managers to the concept of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and provides the knowledge and tools needed to implement an IPM program in their buildings. It discusses the barriers to implementing an IPM program, why such a program should be used, and the general guidelines for its implementation. Managerial…

Advocates conferences and discussions among programmers to ascertain the philosophies behind their work in parks and recreation and gives sources that can provide assistance. (JA)

Presents a brief review of the program planning process, and uses the example of a solid waste program to illustrate what has or has not been accomplished through the use of the planning process. (LK)