Information concerning a theory about allocation of resources among units at colleges is presented. This information, which is primarily in tabular and graphical form, is based on a report of the special conference topic panel entitled "Clues for Leaders of Universities from Environmental Studies: Applying Theory and Research to Administrative Practice." The theory is based on qualitative interview responses from central administrators at six varied colleges and universities plus quantitative analyses of questionnaire data from unit heads at three of the institutions. Two kinds of power are emphasized: a unit's environmental power and its institutional power. The figures provide definitions of the concepts of centrality, resource allocation, environmental and institutional power, and resource allocation strategies. Propositions concerning a unit's environmental and institutional power are included. Data are provided on the characteristics and participation levels of six participating schools. Environmental power resource categories are identified, along with indices of environmental and institutional power. Finally, correlations among power indices and budget change are indicated. A 30-item bibliography is included. (SW)

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