An expert on Capitol Hill describes the maze of federal agencies and Congressional subcommittees concerned with higher education. A chart on House-Senate committees is provided. (Editor/LBH)

The ability to manipulate student aid effectively is seen as crucial in the enrollment crunch of the 1980s, and trustees should make sure they have a knowledgeable financial aid officer. Federal dollars in student aid add up to 93 percent of the federal government's contribution to higher education. (Author/MLW)

Three viewpoints on the Reagan budget are presented. Administration spokesman Albert L. Alford identifies the benefits of bringing inflation under control by halting the growth of student aid; John D. Phillips expects a reduction in new enrollment in the independent sector; and Aims C. McGuinnes recommends that trustees regain control over their…

Economic dependence on federal support has increased while the debate over the nature and scope of government influence on higher education continues. Examples of this influence in hiring and admissions, academic policy-making, research regulation, and support of private institutions are discussed. (Author/MSE)