The Torch Journal of Higher Education and Student Affairs is an annual peer-reviewed journal that explores contemporary issues and current trends in the field of higher education with a particular focus on topics of interest to student affairs professionals. As a student-run publication, we aim to highlight research and scholarship of graduate students that further develop best practices within higher education.
Call for Abstract Submissions
The Executive Editorial Board of The Torch Journal of Higher Education and Student Affairs at NYU is excited to announce a call for abstract submissions for Volume I to be published in May 2025.
We welcome writers/researchers from any academic background, degree program, or general field of study; however, your writing/research must be related or somehow connected to the field of higher education. As you complete this application, please consider inviting other students or colleagues to submit their work for the journal as well.
Please keep in mind:
- You are not required to be affiliated with NYU to apply.
- You are not required to be a current student to apply.
- All research and academic writings are encouraged (however, manuscripts should fall into one of the following categories: original research, replication of research, reviews of research/literature, essays on theoretical, organizational, or professional topics, or practical reports of field experiences).
- Manuscripts previously published in other journals will not be accepted.
- Research using human participants is subject to meeting with the NYU Institutional Review Board.
- Please contact The Torch Executive Editorial Board before submitting this application
The deadline for abstract submissions is October 6, 2024 at 11:59PM.
Please direct all questions to: torchjournal@nyu.edu
Our Values
The Torch is committed to showcasing our values in every publication.
Diversity in Knowledge and Practice
It is critical for higher education and student affairs professionals to research and understand the needs of different student subpopulations to provide the best support to their students.
Learning and Development
Our publication helps readers advance their professional development and learn about evolving practices. Also, graduate students that participate in our editing cycles are able to learn a wealth of knowledge about how academic journals are run.
Equity
We aim to give a publishing opportunity to students who typically are not able to be published in academic journals due to educational requirements or lack of research experience.
Innovation
As we move into the twenty-first century and technology is more ingrained in the operations of higher education, professionals must be creative and innovative in their approaches to student support. The Journal of Student Affairs is an outlet for practitioners to share techniques, programs, and ideas that they have used to enhance the college student experience.