Hello, ACPA!
In just a few days, many of us will meet in Chicago to learn, (re)connect, and celebrate with friends and colleagues. Here at Developments, we have something to celebrate as well. In addition to a great set of articles, I am very excited to welcome our new Editorial Board Members! Associate Editor Samantha Babb is the Associate Director for Community Engagement at Washington University in St. Louis. Ricardo (Ric) Montelongo is an Associate Professor in Educational Leadership at Sam Houston State University. Ric has agreed to serve as both Associate Editor and Reviewer for Developments. And Mary Dueñas is an Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and will be joining Developments as a Reviewer. While Developments has a reputation for quick responses and helpful feedback, our new additions to the team will provide additional perspectives as we support authors in sharing their work.
This issue of Developments includes articles about student affairs attrition (myth or fact?), the importance of boundaries and the future of student affairs. There are articles about student-centered programming, rural students, and students’ transitions into FT practitioner roles. There is an article about accreditation and a wonderful profile with Kathleen Deignan in which she reflects on nearly 50 years in student affairs. We know you will find something to think about, talk about, and share as you move through the spring term.
If you have ideas you’d like to develop into an article, a case study you’d like help preparing for the next case study issue in December, or any questions, please reach out to me at your convenience. Enjoy this issue and safe travels during the spring conference season.
Michelle L. Boettcher
Editor, Developments