Requirements of a study of a school's economic impact on the community are reviewed and adjustments to the American Council on Education, or Caffrey-Issacs, model of economic impact studies suggested, based on the experiences of the University of Pittsburgh. Revisions to sections of the model dealing with tax loss to local governments, impacts on…

Beginning with a description of the educational needs and resources of Quincy, Illinois, this report examines the establishment and operation of John Wood Community College (JWCC), an institution using the educational service contract to offer quality instruction without duplicating the services of other colleges in the area. After the legal basis…

To determine the attitudes of teenagers toward their hometown newspapers was the purpose of this study. A four-page questionnaire in which students compared the local newspaper with other news media and expressed their attitudes on statements about this newspaper was answered by 887 teenagers. Tentative conclusions indicated that the students felt…

This paper first enumerates ways in which satellites can be used in education. Uses include the delivery of video material, teaching to scattered students, master teaching, teaching of teachers, providing information on current events, video teaching of behavior, information retrieval and computer-aided instruction. It then notes some…

Proposes a "critical mass" explanation for the diffusion of interactive media, such as telephone, electronic mail, or computer conferencing, within communities. Considers two special characteristics of interactive media: (1) that widespread usage creates universal access, and (2) that use entails interdependence, in which earlier users…

This report summary presents several economic benefits that the state of Illinois receives from its 39 community college districts. The benefits are witnessed at the state, student, and taxpayer level and can be classified into four categories: contribution to local jobs, increased earning by graduates, widespread social benefits, and financial…

Describes the problems of establishing a rural, public, educational radio station in Hyde County (North Carolina) and its potential benefits. Young people and adult volunteers will operate the station, providing a real service to the community in terms of communication, youth activity, educational programs, and decreasing isolation. (LC)

Reports on the project, New Initiatives for Economic Development: An Experiment in Community Development. Reveals the economic impacts of 100 new jobs in a community, the achievements of the project to date, and identifies barriers to economic growth in Illinois communities. (AYC)

Argues that community colleges and community mental health agencies have complementary roles to play in providing individuals with positive educational experiences that can be positive outlets for growth. Cites examples of courses to foster preventive mental health. (AYC)

Reports the results of a survey that examined the role of small university libraries in Canadian communities. The discussion covers services currently available to communities, areas in which services could be improved or extended, and the benefits to be gained by both the library and the community. (19 references) (Author/CLB)

Since 1991, the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library has co-sponsored a successful book review series that takes place in downtown restaurants in the evenings to promote the library and revitalize downtown. Highlights include discussions of past book review sessions, program initiation, and advantages for involved parties. (Author/JMV)

Describes efforts of the InterTribal Bison Cooperative (Rapid City, SD) to reintroduce the buffalo for cultural purposes to American Indian reservations. Explains how the buffalo's return is contributing to community wellness. Discusses career opportunities for both Native and non-Native people in buffalo management. (LP)

Do cities have an optimal size? In seeking to answer this question, various theories, including Optimal City Size Theory, the supply-oriented dynamic approach and the city network paradigm, have been forwarded that considered a city's population size as a determinant of location costs and benefits. However, the generalised growth in wealth that…

In 1987, a study was conducted to estimate the economic impact of the State University of New York's (SUNY's) community colleges on their individual service areas, and, as a system, on the state as a whole. In light of changing economic conditions and fiscal trends, the study was replicated in 1991. The methodological model used in both studies…

The study described in this report employed the Caffrey and Isaacs model to assess the economic impact of the Long Beach Community College District on the local community. Following a summary of research findings, the report reviews the Caffrey and Isaacs model and two additional economic impact studies. Next, the report considers the relationship…