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ERIC Number: EJ367619
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Danforth Fund's Big Gifts Strengthen Washington U., but Raise Questions about Foundation's Course.
McMillen, Liz
Chronicle of Higher Education, v34 n25 pA25-27 Mar 2 1987
The intertwined fortunes of the Danforth Foundation and Washington University are discussed. The foundation has phased out its regular programs in higher education in favor of secondary education and regional projects, leaving for higher education only the Dorothy Danforth Compton Minority program and support of Washington University. (MLW)
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Endowment Funds, Fellowships, Fund Raising, Grants, Higher Education, Philanthropic Foundations, Private Colleges, Private Financial Support, Teaching (Occupation)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Danforth Foundation; Washington University MO