The degree of concern for environmental problems by environmental decision-makers is often reflected in environmental policies. In profile fashion, the perceptions, attitudes, and background of persons affecting environmental decision-making in the Lake Tahoe Basin, California/Nevada, are explored. An environmental concern scale is developed. (BL)

This paper reports the findings of a survey designed to determine and compare levels of mental health among teachers, community leaders, and the general public. Overall mental health among the teachers and community leaders appears to be better than that of the general public. (Author)

Posits that increased communication of community leaders involving relatively short communications paths should lead to program success. However, measures of connectivity and average distance in the communications structure reveal no significant relationships. Suggests other factors which may be more important to rural community development…

Erling Hunt is discussed as a writer, editor, teacher and scholar including: his participation in the development and growth of the National Council for Social Studies as president, as member of the Board of Directors, and as editor of the journal Social Education. (PN)

An historical perspective of community health education is presented, beginning with the 1921 Sheppard Towner Act, discussing some of the important figures in the area of community development, and ending with a discussion of tasks and directions for the future. (MB)

Examines the concept of leadership, core leadership traits, and the characteristics of teacher leadership. Identifies predictors of effective teacher leadership, including involvement in curriculum development, a wide range of interests, and a risk-taking temperament. Presents ways that middle school teachers may develop leadership roles,…

Observation of 12 outstanding service-sector leaders showed how they use theories of employee learning to guide collection of information that they use to achieve the intellectual transformation of the work force. Notes that their success also depends on their ability to motivate and raise employee self-confidence. (SK)

This article presents what one college president did when presented with an unexpected grant--she gave it away. This action served as a catalyst for more support, resulting in new grants totaling more than $3 million. (GCP)

A reputational leadership survey conducted in a large metropolitan area identified 6 black leaders among 28 general leaders. Findings indicate that minority population leadership represents more of a subcommunity than part of the overall, integrated leadership structure. (JOW)

The skills needed to become a team leader include not being afraid to admit ignorance; knowing when to intervene; learning to share power; being concerned about what one takes on; and getting used to learning on the job. Examples of men and women who have become team leaders demonstrate how these skills can be developed. (JOW)

Data from nearly 50 community leaders in 4 nonmetropolitan Pennsylvania counties show that both positive and negative impacts from tourism development were expected; local support was essential. Some feared that tourism was a threat to the rural atmosphere. (SK)

A survey of 67 participants in a leadership development program (85% response), interviews with 7 program directors, and 6 focus groups of program alumni revealed the following results of participation: more willingness to challenge the status quo and take risks, broader perspective on leadership roles and responsibilities, improved problem…

Conducted study to assess how different types of leadership educators perceive the value of criteria designed to evaluate college student leadership programs. The findings revealed that not all programs needed or desired the same kind of evaluation. Evaluation needs and interests varied as did expected outcomes of programs. (Author/NB)

The Dakota Leadership Education and Development program was implemented in North and South Dakota rural communities. The model emphasizes empowerment of community leadership, enhancing horizontal and vertical linkages, developing local participation, and establishing external collaborations in six sectors: education, religion, medicine, politics,…