The 1,000-Mile Campus at the California State University and Colleges is a concept that suggests that External Degree Programs be made available for qualified students of all ages who, depending on their individual circumstances, find it difficult or impossible to be a part of the regular campus scene. It suggests bringing the professional acumen and resources of higher education to students wherever they may be. This publication contains a collection of prevailing thoughts about degree opportunities and innovation related to the idea of the external campus both on the national scene and in the California State University and Colleges. Most articles are based on the addresses of principal conference speakers at the Conference on External Degree Programs held at the California State Polytechnic College, Pomona. Others were written especially for this publication. (Author/HS)