Since its founding in 1986, the National Resource Center has published resources exploring
the learning, success, and development of college students in transition, including
a peer-reviewed empirical journal, newsletters, scholarly practice books, research
monographs, and guides.
Our Commitment to Scholarly Publishing
The National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition
publishes scholarly practice books, research reports, electronic newsletters, and
a peer-reviewed research journal touching on a wide range of topics related to student
learning, development, and success. We are committed to producing high-quality publications
for scholars and practitioners interested in the first-year experience and students
in transition. To that end, all manuscripts are subjected to editorial and peer review
prior to acceptance for publication.
The core commitments that guide the larger work of the National Resource Center inform our approach as
a small academic press. In particular, three of these values are central to our publishing
efforts:
A commitment to draw connections between research and practice. We believe that good practice in higher education must rely on a foundation of high-quality
research. Conversely, good research draws from and informs practice. As such, the
work of the National Resource Center advances and supports both scholarly practice
and applied research.
Efforts to build an inclusive network of education professionals. We strive to create a supportive and professional environment where a diversity
of viewpoints are recognized and considered in the ongoing dialogue on student transitions.
Opportunities for lifelong learning. We support a climate of intellectual curiosity. We desire to provide the tools and
media to pursue professional development and an ongoing process of inquiry, exploration,
creativity, and discovery.
