An Interpretive Analysis of the Political Process Involved in the Establishment and Development of the Dallas County Community College District: 1964-74

• Main Author: Randolph, William Lewis
• Other Authors: Black, Watt L.
• Format: Others
• Language: English
• Published: North Texas State University 1974
• Subjects: higher education administration; Community College; politics and education; Dallas County Community College District.; Municipal universities and colleges > Texas > Dallas County.; Education > Political aspects.
• Online Access: https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc500653/

The purpose of this study is to present a historical account of the Dallas County Community College District and to analyze and interpret the role of the political process in the District's relations with governmental agencies and civic groups. On May 25, 1965, the voters approved a $41.5 million bond issue, established a county-wide junior college district, and appointed a seven-member Board of Trustees. Secondary accounts were consulted, but the emphasis was on such primary sources as official documents of the District, publications of the District, newspaper accounts, interviews, and relevant materials from the Office of Public Information. It may be concluded that the Dallas District is a recognized leader in the community college movement. A key to its success is that it is student- and community centered. The district has experienced a rapid and tranquil growth but there may be a greater diversity of views expressed with the change in the composition of the Board.