Addresses the issue of "uncapping" in institutions of higher education. Notes that, beginning January 1, 1994, chronological age will no longer be a legally acceptable cause for dismissal of tenured faculty 40 years of age and older. Discusses the governance problems expected to result from this change in federal law. (Author/BH)

Four preretirement education models were analyzed in terms of their effectiveness in contributing to behavioral, informational, and attitudinal change. A statistical methodology for assessing the effectiveness of short-term training programs is also presented. (Author)

This article presents four models of education for older adults and examines their assumptions and implications for curriculum development. It also examines the role of higher-education in meeting the needs of old people. (Author)

Declining birth rates and increased distance learning will result in fewer young college students. Higher education institutions must restructure to adapt to future needs. Examples include creating campus retirement communities and converting facilities for use by older adult education programs. (Contains 25 references.) (SK)

Explored number of programs initiated to involve older adults in meaningful volunteer tasks, responsibilities, and roles on university campuses. Data demonstrate the feasibility of these programs and positive outcomes include improvement of intergenerational communication, reduction of ageism, provision of services to educational institutions, and…