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The Evolution of the Community College System in Nebraska

Describes the founding of the first two-year colleges in the mid-1920s as well as the combination of junior colleges, vocational and technical colleges into a single system in 1971. Notes that Nebraska colleges have always emphasized applied technology and occupational education rather than transfer education. Delineates the structure, governance, funding, and future growth and potential of the Nebraska system. (20 citations) (JDI)

Article, 1997