Discusses increasing federal regulation governing colleges and universities and notes that trustees and other campus leaders must pay attention to the increasing costs of compliance. Offers examples of regulatory difficulties experienced by Stanford University (California), Mount St. Clare College (Iowa), and the University of Phoenix (Arizona).…

Discussion of highly publicized regulatory problems and legal settlements involving colleges and universities leads to a proposed five-step process for improving an institutional compliance structure. Steps include selecting the compliance officer, determining appropriate reporting relationships, setting up the committee/council structure,…

Section 504 is a civil rights statute mandating that persons with disabilities have equal access to all programs receiving federal financial assistance. Many initially interpreted Section 504 as a prohibition against employment discrimination in the schools because the overall act was concerned primarily with discrimination in employment settings.…

A facility developed for fitness, physical activity, recreation, or sport is a vital community resource that contributes to the overall health and wellness of that community's citizens. In order to maximize the benefits derived from these facilities, it is imperative that they be accessible to as wide a range of people as possible. The Americans…

Although the University of Northern Iowa initially had problems in regulating temperature control devices to meet federal energy guidelines, conservation efforts are being made on the campus. (MLF)

Outlines the controversy that has erupted over the Department of Education's proposed regulations on bilingual education, regulations related to the Supreme Court's ruling in Lau v Nichols. (IRT)

Describes the challenges faced by trainers in industries regulated by the federal government, in terms of mandates, constraints on instructional design, and required recordkeeping. (SK)

A review of provisions, guidelines, and compliance standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act identifies potential problems but concludes that the law will succeed if (1) beneficiaries participate; (2) goals and standards are clearly communicated; and (3) detailed enforcement procedures are instituted. (SK)

This symposium overview briefly summarizes following articles which identify problems in the quality of care provided by Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded (ICF/MR), provide reactions, and identify positive trends. An emphasis on regulations and compliance is thought to be a major obstacle to quality services. (DB)

An official of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discusses stepped up inspections of college/university campuses for compliance with environmental regulations, and identifies ways in which institutions can work with EPA in achieving compliance. Guidelines are offered for oil storage tanks, hazardous waste, air protection, water protection,…

The Department of Education's (ED) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces several statutes that protect the rights of beneficiaries in programs or activities receiving financial assistance from ED. An outline of protocols regarding these requirements is provided in this brochure. It describes the notice of nondiscrimination requirements, such as…

In recent years, according to the author, an outpouring of federal and state laws and judicial rulings has led educators to feel that they are subjected to unreasonable regulation. To examine the possible causes and cures of this feeling of regulatory intrusiveness, the author compares the regulation of business with the regulation of education.…

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 makes it unlawful to employ an alien who is unauthorized to work in the United States. This article explains the extensive requirements of that legislation and sets out a method to bring school systems into compliance. (MLF)

The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) of the Department of Education has been ineffective in enforcing four major civil rights laws at educational institutions receiving Federal funds. (PS)

The engineer for a California school district describes the asbestos removal from the ceilings of El Camino High School. Discusses forming a design team, use of consultants, specifications, relations with contractors, and staff notification. (MLF)