Washington Community Colleges: History and Development.

Terrey, John N.

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ERIC Number: EJ546324

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1997

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Washington Community Colleges: History and Development.

Terrey, John N.

Community College Journal of Research and Practice, v21 n2 p185-201 Mar 1997

Discusses the history of Washington's community colleges, which developed slowly due to lack of support. Describes the 1961 legislation that dramatically increased their growth by lifting restrictions on the number of colleges. Discusses the colleges' current financial struggles, arguing that Washington's economic climate may seriously impact college programs. (28 citations) (AJL)

Descriptors: Community Colleges, Educational Demand, Educational Development, Educational History, Educational Legislation, Financial Problems, Financial Support, Institutional Role, Two Year Colleges

Publication Type: Historical Materials; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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