The state of Washington has a long-standing commitment to postsecondary education opportunities for all students, regardless of income. The purpose of this report is to provide the members of the Higher Education Coordinating Board with: (1) An overview of state, federal, and institutional financial aid in Washington; (2) A description of notable…

This study examines the effect of an increase in minimum admissions standards on college enrollment and graduation rates of student-athletes. In 1996, the NCAA enacted Proposition 16, which increased the admission standards for freshmen student-athletes at Division I schools in an effort to improve graduation rates. Results indicate that…

The Mission of the National Writing Project (NWP) is to improve writing and learning in the nation's schools. Through its professional development model, the National Writing Project recognizes the primary importance of teacher knowledge, expertise, and leadership. This annual report features seven educators from urban, rural, and suburban…

The British Columbia Council on Admissions and Transfer (BCCAT) was established to facilitate admission, articulation and transfer arrangements among British Columbia (BC) post-secondary institutions. Each year BCCAT prepares a detailed work plan and at the end of the fiscal year prepares an Annual Report that summarizes what was achieved. Each…

This annual report provides a summary of program planning and review activities conducted by the Commission during the 2006-2007 academic year. During this reporting period, Commission staff: (1) Conducted an extensive review of a University of California (UC) law school proposal; (2) Reviewed seven California State University (CSU) proposals for…

The Computer Laboratory, founded in 1956, provides instructional and research computing services to the students, faculty, and staff at Michigan State University; this report reviews the activities and summarizes usage of its services during the 1976-1977 fiscal year. The organizational structure is charted, facilities and services are detailed,…

The annual meeting of the Commission of the Professors of Adult Education included reports from several committees; discussion of such topics as teacher training for adult education, encouraging participation in the Commission, graduate programs; and a business meeting. Fifty-nine professors of adult or extension education from 35 institutions…

This Annual Report of the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education reviews the major policies and procedures through which the commission carries out its function of accreditation of institutions in the North Central Association area. The Commission is Responsible for the establishment of criteria to evaluate higher education institutions,…

A directory of 1973 members of the American Society for Training and Development is given. Also included is the annual report of the society, which discusses its "Journal," a government affairs awareness program, a member recognition program, and new educational programs. (CK)

Announcement of winners in Nation's Schools second annual School Publications Contest -- along with analysis, by category, of the entries' strengths and weaknesses. (Author)

Latest American Chemical Society annual survey of members confirms decrease in unemployment and above-average increase in salaries. (Author/DF)

A special report on the goals of the International Reading Association's 18th Annual Convention. (GB)