Associate in General Studies (AGS) is an individualized degree with no course requirements. Results of a student-characteristic survey show that the AGS student is more like his university counterpart than his community college peers. They also belie the assumption that such a program will attract the irresponsible and incapable student. (DC)

Discusses the background of and rationale for a newly published requirement of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools that all accredited undergraduate degree programs contain a basic core of general education courses. Considers the possible effects on community colleges. (DMM)

Explores the net effects of institutional type on degree attainment. Suggests that two-year matriculants are less likely to earn a Bachelors Degree than students first enrolling at four-year colleges. Findings hold even when differences are controlled between the two groups by researchers. Seeks to determine if the established pattern in valid…

Examines a study of the general education course-taking patterns of graduates and dropouts from degree and certificate occupational programs at a rural community college in Virginia. Indicates that most respondents took general education courses to fulfill degree requirements, with English, mathematics, and economics being the most frequently…

The different roles that community colleges play in baccalaureate attainment are defined. Data is presented on 577 baccalaureate graduates who used credits earned at a community college toward their four-year degree. The findings support the contention that aggregate data masks community college contributions to baccalaureate education. Contains…

Describes how faculty and administrators at Washtenaw Community College (WCC) strengthened general education requirements by identifying 24 core learning elements and incorporating them into existing classes. Provides advice for other colleges undergoing core curriculum revision. (17 citations) (YKH)