I wasn't going to add anymore to this boulibasse, but part of a phone conversation a few minutes ago brought me around. A friend who loves gardening decided to enroll in a local, community college, horticulture program. With a liberal arts degree, two masters degrees (one is an MLS), reads and speaks Latin, Greek, French, author of a couple of books and many *professional* articles, he requested an exemption from the Eng. 101 requirement. They were unable to accomodate him. Part of the core; must assure that graduates are able to read! Can't bend the rules; that would be unprofessional. Right now he's waiting for the college president to return his call.... Smilin' Jack Thompson Conservation Lab Portland, OR [log in to unmask]