Used National Survey of Black Americans data set to examine level of familial involvement among two groups of Black adults (n=2,107) who report that they do not receive financial assistance from their extended families. Results indicated extended family members constituted a ready and available source of assistance to Black adults. (Author/ABL)

Examined clinical and social-structural factors contributing to hospitalization of nursing home residents. Using participant observation and event analysis of acute-illness episodes, concluded that 48.2 percent of nursing home patient (N=215) hospitalizations could have been avoided. Identified insufficient numbers and training of nurses, lack of…

While Ohio State University's recent success at fund raising is raising the hopes of other public and private institutions, many private colleges are worried by competition with public universities for a finite supply of private money. (MSE)

Highlights two models of contract education, using Triton College's (IL) programs as examples. Describes Triton's Employee Development Institute, which contracts to provide specific training to local businesses, and Triton's Continuing Education Center for Health Professionals (CECHP), which co-sponsors programs for the continuing education of…

Discusses Boston's Historic Burying Ground Initiative, which was undertaken from a concern for public education. The public-private partnership is expected to take 10 years and six million dollars to restore the final resting places of figures such as Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, Robert Treat Paine, and the Mather family of Puritan ministers. (GEA)

Reviews the status of Goals 2000, and how proposed funding cuts may affect reform efforts. Pleads for arts educators to remind themselves and the public of what their work and education reform are about. (PA)

One of a collection of articles on philanthropist George Peabody tells the story of two bronze doors made by sculptor Louis Amateis for the U.S. Capitol. The doors include a panel entitled Apotheosis of America that captures Amateis' vision of the spirit of America and includes the figures of George Peabody and other historic personages. (SM)

One of a collection of articles on self-made millionaire and educational philanthropist George Peabody examines the history of his work in Maryland and with the Maryland Historical Society. Peabody always sought to enrich Maryland's culture, and his most important gift to Maryland was the Peabody Institute of Baltimore. (SM)

One of several articles on George Peabody examines his history as a self-made millionaire, focusing on his years working in Maryland and the cultural legacy that he left the state (including the Peabody Institute of Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University, Peabody Conservatory of Music, and Peabody Library of Baltimore). (SM)

Analysis of a government-funded project at the University of Warwick illustrates the nature, scope, and funding of continuing education research and the difficulties that arise and the processes of institutional innovation in universities. (SK)

In 1987-88 large farms (annual sales over $40,000) had loan default and insolvency rates 2.5-3 times greater than small farms. Small farm solvency was related to income stability associated with off-farm employment, and decreased in areas with fewer off-farm employment opportunities. (SV)

Discussion of videocassettes in our culture and the function of video collections in libraries focuses on the creation and demise of a unit sponsored by the American Library Association, the ALA Video and Special Projects. The unit's role is discussed and funding decisions that led to its demise are explained. (LRW)

Identifies 11 techniques for procuring grants in religious education. Outlines project personalization, clarity of proposal, naming intended outcomes and evaluation of project, flexibility, avoiding jargon, finding common goals with prospective donors, recognizing your limits and perceived image, having realistic hopes, persistence and…

Reviews the independent living movement from its inception after World War II. Discusses current issues pertinent to rural independent living, funding sources, the role of research and training centers, and the outlook on crucial independent living issues for the 1990s. Emphasizes the concept of "consumer control" (participative decision…

Argues that knowing how higher education is organized can enable basic writing teachers to improve both the status and funding of their programs. Describes features of higher education which organizational analysts consider crucial to the budgeting process. Suggests actions for teachers to revise the reputations and budgets of basic writing…