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)

This paper indicates the failure of our society to educate its citizens in the "worthy" use of retirement leisure. It contends that educated retirees should be offered an opportunity to function in creative, dignified and self-directed roles on university campuses. (Author)

Thirty-two sources in gerontology, located at the University of Rhode Island Library, are listed in this annotated bibliography as well as some interdisciplinary sources. This bibliography contains material published as recently as 1996 and includes annotations of an "Older Americans Almanac," bibliographies, a biographical dictionary,…

The beginning phases of a preretirement program at San Jose State University, California, are described. The program, initiated through the interdisciplinary gerontology program, entailed group discussions and individual followup and counseling when appropriate. Discussion topics were housing, legal matters, leisure and volunteer work, health, and…

The kind of life led by retired faculty and the benefits of belonging to an Emeritus College are discussed. It is suggested that most retired faculty continue to reside in the communities where they spent many years working. They may use the college library and attend functions at the college. They are candidates for the unique organization that…

Administrators in higher education disclosed life style patterns for the "retirement period" from ages 65 to 75. Two contrasting patterns are described-Transformers and Maintainers. These groups reported differences in boyhood experiences, attitudes toward retirement, and choices of activity after age 65. (Author)

New perspectives need to be gained on the roles of older adults and older workers in the new millenium. Because today's adult is healthier, policies concerning social security, retirement, and work need to be changed. There is a need for acceptance of various types of aging. Rather than mandating specific retirement, the individual should have…

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)

Making use of the talents of retired professors can benefit everyone in the university community. What is needed is an organization of retired faculty members that can invite participation in activities that benefit the university as well as the retired professors. The Emeritus College at Southern Illinois University is described.

Writers and artists near or in retirement need some device for keeping the creative forces alive. A project proposed by William Plater at the University of Illinois calls for a series of contemporary, or living, history courses by emeriti professors whose own contributions may have shaped their fields. (MLW)

The retirement-aged adult is entering college in growing numbers. As nontraditional students, they present a unique challenge to student personnel services. They are motivated to learn and succeed when supported by direct and indirect services that create accessible and attractive learning environments. (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)

Employees (N=685) of SUNY at Buffalo, about equally divided among faculty, non-teaching professional and Civil Service workers, were questioned concerning planning for retirement. As campared to male respondents, higher percentages of females in all occupations indicated that they had taken more steps to prepare for retirement, and rated 12 of 19…

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…

The environment experienced by many retired faculty is described, and the benefits of a college or center of emeritus faculty are identified. A center of emeritus professors that is recognized as an official entity of a university can help mobilize and encourage retirees to continue their service to the institution and the community. The retirees…