In 1976 and 1981, surveys were conducted to determine the curricular role of geography in the New York State Community College System. The questionnaire solicited information on the geography courses offered; frequency with which they were offered; new courses planned; faculty degrees; responsiveness of geographical associations and community college organizations to professional needs; possibility and desirability of expanding the geography curriculum; need for faculty support from geography organizations; interaction with four-year college geography faculty; and interest in a New York State geography society. Study findings, based on a 100% response rate from the 38 community colleges in New York, include the following: (1) the most commonly offered geography course was Introduction to Cultural Geography, offered by eight colleges; (2) the total number of geography courses taught increased from 49 in 1976 to 62 in 1981; (3) among the 27 faculty members teaching geography in 1981, only 16 held degrees in geography; (4) 22 of these instructors were employed full-time, and five were employed part-time; (5) 72% of the responding colleges felt that more geography courses could be taught, 66% felt more should be taught; and (6) the needs of faculty were not felt to be met by four-year college departments, professional associations, or community college groups. The study report details findings and compares 1976 and 1981 results. The questionnaire is appended. (AYC)