Eileen -- Just to let you know that at least one person out here in Cyberspace understands and appreciates the tenor of your comments. There is a facile tendency to reflexively accept the notion that public or private institutions have no granting function and/or that offering services pro bono publico is somehow prodigal -- baloney. Being fiscally responsible does *not* equate with charging fees for all services. (Is it necessary to point out that there are highly deserving members of our communities who have neither the tradition of using our services nor the ability to pay for them?) [On the other hand I can't resist citing the blues refrain that goes: "I know I got what it takes but it breaks my heart to give it away..."] -- Tom Moritz California Academy of Sciences San Francisco