The sequence of events and implications of the disciplinary dismissal of three faculty members of Philander Smith College are discussed with relation to the AAUP's 1940 Statement of Principles. It is concluded that faculty rights were violated by the administration and governing board. (MSE)

The denial of tenure to and dismissal of an assistant professor at Nichols College are considered. It is concluded that he was denied due process according to the AAUP's 1940 Statement of Principles. No issue of academic freedom was raised by the decision; however, the administration's action is criticized. (MSE)

A bibliography of 765 items which illustrates the wide range of topics that affect collective bargaining in higher education and the professions for 1981, is presented. Items are dated 1978 or later, and ERIC reference numbers are cited where appropriate. The primary focus and interest is academic collective bargaining; however, the literature on…