The NACADA Journal 1981–1997: Fulfilling Its Purpose?
This article traces the history and content of the NACADA Journal through an analysis of its 33 published issues. Over the past 18 years of its existence, the Journal has been the purveyor of important information about many topics relevant to the field of academic advising. An extensive analysis of the Journal's content, such as number and length of articles, type of author (s), methodologies, and references cited by authors is provided. Prominent advising themes and trends during two decades are revealed through this study of the Journal.
Contributor Notes
Virginia N. Gordon is Assistant Dean Emeritus of University College and Adjunct Associate Professor in the College of Education at The Ohio State University. Dr. Gordon is Past President of NACADA and a Senior Editor of the NACADA Journal. She is the author of numerous books, monographs, and journal articles on academic and career advising. Interested readers may contact Dr. Gordon by E-mail at Gordon.9@osu.edu
Thomas J. Grites is the Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. He is also a Senior Editor of the NACADA Journal. He has made numerous presentations at National and Regional Conferences, has written extensively, and has served as a consultant to over 100 campuses on the subject of academic advising in higher education.
