Describes a study that indicated that readers of college newspapers prefer a front page style that is contemporary and emphasizes a horizontal layout to either an avant-garde style that features an entirely horizontal layout or a traditional layout having a vertical page. (TJ)

Describes a study of journalism students that indicated that they slightly preferred front page designs that were ultramodern, followed in order by designs that were traditional, modified traditional, and contemporary. Reports that prior education in editing classes appeared to affect responses. (TJ)

Reports on a survey of students at the University of Oklahoma concerning their opinions of yearbooks in general, toward the "Sooner Yearbook" in particular, and toward their high school yearbooks. Lists five recommendations for improving the "Sooner Yearbook" as a result of the survey. (RL)

Offers reasons and guidelines for classroom exercises in creating black and white posters for introductory courses in graphics, design, production, or layout. (RL)