The work of this panel has been immeasurably assisted by the insight and
counsel of numerous colleagues. In particular, we wish to acknowledge the
reviewers. This report has been reviewed in draft form by individuals chosen
for their diverse perspectives and technical expertise, in accordance with procedures
approved by the Report Review Committee of the National Research
Council (NRC). The purpose of this independent review is to provide candid and
critical comments that will assist the institution in making its published report
as sound as possible and to ensure that the report meets institutional standards
for objectivity, evidence, and responsiveness to the study charge. The review
comments and draft manuscript remain confidential to protect the integrity of the
deliberative process. We wish to thank the following individuals for their review
of this report: Julian Betts, Department of Economics, University of California,
San Diego; William G. Bowen, President’s Office, Andrew W. Mellon Foundation;
Pat Callan,
President’s Office, Higher Education Policy Institute, San
Jose, California;
Charles T. Clotfelter, Center for the Study of Philanthropy and
Voluntarism, Duke University; Don E. Detmer, University of Virginia School of
Medicine; David N. Figlio, Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University;
Brent R. Hickman, Economics Department, University of Chicago; Michael
McPherson, President’s Office, The Spencer Foundation; B. Don Russell, Jr.,
Department of Electrical Engineering, Texas A&M University; and Burton A.
Weisbrod, Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University.