TITLE

It's back to the old alma mater

AUTHOR(S)

Sherrid, Pamela

PUB. DATE

June 1993

SOURCE

U.S. News & World Report;6/14/93, Vol. 114 Issue 23, p101

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Discusses how retirement communities are suddenly opening in university towns across the country. Appeal to retirees of a vital intellectual climate, combined with the sophisticated medical care often available at university centers; Tuition; Considerations of retirees choosing a facility.

ACCESSION #

9306080262

 

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