The annual report of the Coordinating Board, Texas College and University System for the fiscal year ending August 31, 1977 is presented. An overview of Board activities provides information on institutional authorization, higher education budget requests, institutional units in the College and University System, supply-and-demand career information system, quality controls, college enrollments, student loan program, and cooperation with independent colleges and universities in Texas. Detailed information is provided on the current status and plans of programs related to senior colleges and universities, community colleges and continuing education programs, financial planning, health affairs, student services, campus planning and physical facilities development, and administration. (SPG)