The purpose of this book is to provide information and insights about what might be expected in United States higher education in the 1990s. The book uses a tone which is described as "forward-realistic" in its discussion of why particular concerns are coming to prominence now, how American postsecondary education is reacting to the issues, and changes that should be made, especially in policy making. Chapter titles include: "The Past Is Prologue,""Changing Demographics,""Minority Access and Success,""International Competition and Cooperation,""Creative Frugality,""Ethics and Morality,""General Education,""Teacher Education,""Cooperating with Other Sectors,""Assessment and Accountability,""Leadership and Management," and "Strategies for Implementing Changes." References accompany each chapter. (JDD)