Editorial Type: research-article
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Online Publication Date: 01 Mar 2009

New Horizons: Learning From The Past and Preparing for the Future

Article Category: Research Article
Page Range: 106 – 112
DOI: 10.12930/0271-9517-29.1.106
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Reflecting the conference theme, a brief history of NACADA is presented and personal vignettes shared to lay the foundation for understanding the organization's role at the turn of the century. Specifically addressed are the characteristics of tomorrow's students and evolving issues in higher education—including the role of faculty and information technology—that affect advising. Futurists predictions for meeting the challenges of the changing education environment conclude the presentation.

Copyright: © 2009 National Academic Advising Association 2009

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. 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.

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