Study of Articulation Program Between Nassau Community College

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Morgenstein, Melvin; Strongin, Harriet
AUTHOR
Study of Articulation Program Between Nassau
TITLE
Community College and Topic House. Final Report.
State
Nassau Community Coll., Garden City, N.Y.;
INSTITUTION
Occupational
Univ. of New York, Albany:, Bureau of
Education Research.
Jul 69
PUB DATE
74p.
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*Community Colleges, Cooperative Programs, *Drug
DESCRIPTORS
Addiction, Educational Certificates, Educational
Needs, Higher Education, Participant
Characteristics, *Patients (Persons), Residential
Study
Programs, Secondary Education, Units of
*Vocational
(Subject Fields), *University Extension,
Rehabilitation
Nassau Community College, Topic House
IDENTIFIERS
ABSTRACT
and
Background characteristics and the vocational
addicts in a
educational needs and desires of former narcotics
Island) were
residential therapeutic community (Topic House, Long
College in
investigated; the potential role of Nassau Community
and a determination was
meeting these needs and desires was assessed;
and administrators might do to
made of what Topic House residents
Data came from
develop a joint college and rehabilitation program.
residents (largely male,
questionnaires and by interviews with the
school transcripts, Topic
single, and under 24), as well as from high
agencies involved with drug
House records, and state and community
the need for an
addiction and related problems. Findings affirmed
college level
educational program. A program of high school and
vocational, professional, and
studies has been designed, embracing
and achievements, and
cultural aspirations along with capabilities
Topics were
including plans for specific employment preparation.
research. (Seven
suggested for further program and participant
components of the Topic
references, 14 tables, a questionnaire, and
House program are also included.)
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STUDY OF
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ARTICULATION PROGRAM
BETWEEN
NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE
AND TOPIC HOUSE
The University of the State of New York
THE STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Bureau of Occupational Education Research
Albany, New York 12224
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STUDY OF ARTICULATION PROGRAM
BETWEEN NASSAU COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
AND TOPIC HOUSE
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by
Dr. Melvin Morgenstein
Chairman, Business Department
and
Harriet Strongin
Professor, Business Department
The State University of New York
Nassau Community College
Garden City, New York
FINAL REPORT
STUDY OF ARTICULATION PROGRAM
BETWEEN
NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND
TOPIC HOUSE
(NASSAU COUNTY DRUG
ADDICTION REHABILITATION CENTER)
WITH REGARD TO VOCATIONAL
BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAMS
NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Garden City, New York
In Cooperation With
The University of the
State of New York
THE STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Bureau of Occupational Education
Research
July 1969
THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
Regents of the University
(with years when terms expire)
Joseph W. McGovern, A.B.,LL.B.,L.H.D.,LL.D,D.C.L.
1984
New York
Chancellor
Everett J. Penny, B.C.S.,D.C.S.
1970
White Plains
Vice Chancellor
Troy
Alexander J. Allan, Jr., LL.D.,Litt.D.
1978
Buffalo
Charles W. Millard, Jr., A.B.,LL.D.,L.H.D.
1973
Purchase
Carl H. Pforzheimer, Jr., A.B.,M.B.A.,D.C.S.
1972
New York
Edward M.M. Warburg, B.S.,L.H.D.
1975
Queens
Joseph T. King, LL.B.
1977
Brooklyn
Joseph C. Indelicato, M.D.
1974
Rochester
Mrs. Helen B. Power, A.B.,Litt.D,L.H.D.
1976
Glens Falls
Francis W. McGinley, B.S.,LL.B.,LL.D.
1979
New York
Max J. Rubin, LL.B.,L.H.D.
1980
Hastings on Hudson
Kenneth B. Clark,-A.B.,M.S.,Ph.D.,Litt.D.
1971
Syracuse
Stephen K. Bailey, A.B.,B.A.,M.A.,Ph.D.,LL.D.
1982
Owego
Harold E. Newcomb, B.A.
1983
Sands Point
Theodore M. Black, A.B.
1981
(Acting)
PRESIDENT OF THE UNIVERSITY AND COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION
Ewalk B. Nyquist
CONTINUING EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE COMMISSIONER FOR ELEMENTARY, SECONDARY AND
Philip B. Langworthy
ASSOCIATE COMMISSIONER FOR RESEARCH AND EVALUATION
Lorne H. Woollatt
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER FOR RESEARCH AND EVALUATION
William D. Firman
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER FOR OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION
Robert S. Seckendorf
DIRECTOR, DIVISION OF RESEARCH
Carl E. Wedekind
CHIEF, BUREAU OF OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH
Louis A. Cohen
FOREWORD
Voluminous material
concerning the issue
of drug abuse
and
addiction has
appeared in both
the popular
press and technical
journals.
The Nassau study
was undertaken in
an effort to help
meet the need of
a concerned society
by investigating
an area
which might, with
concentrated effort,
reduce recidivism
and re-
claim the drug
afflicted.
The vocational
and educational
needs and desires
of a partic-
ular segment
of the population
(ex-addicts)
as found in one
residential
therapeutic community
are emphasized in the
report.
It is hoped that
further research,
in keeping with
the stated
recommendations,
may provide stimulation
for educational
programs
throughout the
State.
Miss G. Geraldine
Dickson, Associate
in the Bureau
of Occu-
pational Education
Research,
was coordinator of
research and
publication.
Additional copies
may be obtained by
writing to the
Bureau of Occupational
Education Research,
State Education
Department,
Albany, New York
12224.
Carl E. Wedekind,
Director
Division of Research
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
and
Louis A. Cohen, Chief
Special thanks are due
of Occupational
Project Director, Bureau
Miss Geraldine Dickson,
support of this project.
Education Research, for their
F. Chambers,
to thank Dr. George
The authors would like
honorary
Community College, who served as
President of Nassau
project.
consultant throughout the
County
cooperation of the Nassau
They also acknowledge the
Commission, Dr. Richard Bracco,
Drug Abuse and Addiction
Administrative Director;
Mr. John Fallon,
Executive Director;
Evaluation;
Director of Research and
Mr. Seymour Rudner,
House.
Director of Treatment, Topic
Dr. Victoria Sears, M.D.,
McGowan,
received from Mr. Charles
Special assistance was
House staff,
House, and the Topic
Resident-Director of Topic
especially Mr. Joseph Milang.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
1
REVIEW OF LITERATURE
3
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
10
Objectives
11
Sources of Data
11
Study Format
12
Findings
15
Explanation of the Questionnaire Data
18
OUTCOMES
34
Recommended Educational Program
34
Questions Arising from the Study
47
Suggested Further Research
49
BIBLIOGRAPHY
53
APPENDIX A
Description of Topic House Program
54
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APPENDIX B
- Questionnaire
64
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LIST OF TABLES
TABLE
PAGE
Topic House Residents Profile Data 1969
16
1
Ages of Topic House Residents
2
18
Otis Intelligence Quotients of Topic House Residents
3
19
High School Diplomas Earned by Topic House Residents
4
20
High School Grades Completed by Topic House Residents
5
20
with High School Equivalency Diplomas or No Diplomas
College Semesters Completed by Topic House Residents
6
21
Topic House Residents Studying for High School
7
21
Equivalency Diplomas
Types of Jobs Held by Topic House Residents
8
24
Choice of College Major
9
25
Individual College Courses Requested
10
26
Non-College Courses Requested
11
26
Topic House Residents
12
Comparative Data
-
27
Topic House Residents
13
Comparative Profile Data
-
28
14
Vocational and Professional Careers for Two-Year
38-39
College Graduates
INTRODUCTION
As a public institution, Nassau Community College recognizes its
obligation to offer broad educational experiences ranging from formal
degree programs to seminars and individual courses, and servicing an
The College is
ever-increasing number of organizations and people.
totally committed to a comprehensive educational program for the
benefit of all, and the 1969-70 catalog of the College states its
general aims:
Nassau Community College is founded in the
conviction that a community of scholars can
pursue their traditional disciplines in response
to the needs, interests, and dreams of a commu-
In that
nity of citizens in a modern society.
pursuit, teaching and service become the touch-
stones of the dynamic interplay between scholars
and citizens.
Nassau Community College is, furthermore,
founded in the belief that 'A man's reach should
exceed his grasp,' and because no one knows for
much he can
sure how far a man can reach or how
grasp, education at Nassau is designed so that
each student can discover himself and his own
Nassau, then, is a comprehensive
capabilities.
It not only offers studies
community college.
in liberal arts, but it also provides a rich
offering of career oriented programs as well as
the opportunity for students of every age to
pursue their individual interests during the
day, the evening or the summer.
The Business Division of the College, offering both career and
transfer programs, has participated actively in special services for
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