JOURNAL OF COLLEGE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Higher Education through Scholarly Discourse
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education:
The journal consistently emphasizes research that addresses the experiences of underrepresented groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and students with disabilities. It explores how institutional practices can foster or hinder inclusion and belonging. - Student Development Theories:
A core area of focus is the application and evolution of student development theories. The journal publishes studies that investigate how various developmental frameworks explain the experiences and challenges faced by college students. - Impact of Social Contexts on Student Success:
Research in this journal frequently examines how social, cultural, and familial contexts affect student engagement, retention, and academic success, particularly for marginalized populations. - Mental Health and Well-Being:
There is a significant focus on the mental health and well-being of college students, addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, and resilience, and how these factors influence overall student development. - Innovative Educational Practices:
The journal highlights innovative practices in educational settings, including service learning, peer mentoring, and community engagement, that support student learning and development.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersectionality and Identity:
There is an increasing emphasis on intersectionality, examining how overlapping identities affect students' experiences and development within higher education contexts. This trend is crucial for understanding the multifaceted nature of student identities. - Mental Health and Resilience:
Recent articles show a growing focus on mental health issues and resilience strategies among college students, reflecting rising awareness of mental health challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and societal changes. - Activism and Civic Engagement:
Emerging themes around student activism and civic engagement are becoming prominent, reflecting students' responses to social justice issues and their role in advocating for change within and outside academic settings. - Digital and Social Media Influence:
Research exploring the impact of digital and social media on college student experiences, including issues related to identity formation, community building, and mental health, has gained traction, highlighting the relevance of technology in students' lives. - Non-Traditional Student Populations:
There is a notable increase in research focusing on non-traditional student populations, including veterans, adult learners, and first-generation college students, emphasizing the diverse pathways to higher education.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Academic Success Metrics:
Research centered on traditional academic success metrics (e.g., GPA, standardized test scores) has diminished in favor of holistic approaches that consider broader student experiences and well-being. - Generic Student Experiences:
There appears to be a waning interest in studies that portray generic student experiences without considering the intersectionality of identities, suggesting a move towards more nuanced explorations of specific demographics. - Static Models of Development:
The use of static models of student development that do not account for the dynamic and evolving nature of student identities and experiences is becoming less common, as researchers seek more adaptable frameworks.
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