About the Publication
Insights for College Transitions, or “Insights,” is a resource that emphasizes evidence-based strategies for practitioner-scholars who support first-year students and students in transition inside and outside the classroom.
The publication formerly known as e-Source for College Transitions reflects the changing landscape of higher education and practitioner needs. Past editions of e-Source are found on the National Resource Center’s website.
Publication Timeline
The publication is published once in fall and spring.
Submission Guidelines
Now accepting article submissions for the fall 2026 issue. Deadline to submit is Monday, June 1 by 11:59 p.m. EST.
Email article in a Microsoft word document to Insights Editor Annie Kelly, EdD at FYEINSIGHTS@mailbox.sc.edu
Please submit article, including pictures, tables, and/or images within APA guidelines (7th edition)
Suggested article length is 500-1200 words
In the email submission, please indicate the article section for consideration:
Making the Case: Revisiting the Why | This section is an op ed opportunity for practitioner-scholars to make a compelling case for a particular “hot topic” issue. Examples include, but are not limited to: Integrating peer leaders within courses, AI in the first-year, purpose of community building, faculty development training, etc.
Featured Program | The featured program section highlights an exemplarily program related to supporting first-year students and/or students in transition. The program should demonstrate effectiveness and achieve programmatic goals. Program context, outcomes, impact, and assessment are addressed. Examples of programs include, but are not limited to, first-year seminar, learning community, peer leader program, academic advising, retention initiative, etc.
First-Year Seminar Pedagogical Practices | Within this section, practitioner-scholars submit first-year seminar pedagogical practices readers can immediately apply to their teaching or facilitation. Pedagogical practices must demonstrate effectiveness and achieve learning goals. Examples include, but are not limited to: A learning activity, community builder(s), formal/informal teaching assessments, assignment examples, etc.
Research, Assessment, and Evaluation | This section provides an opportunity for practitioner-scholars to submit related programmatic assessment, evaluation, or small-scale research.
Fall 2026 Articles Submission Timeline:
Deadline to submit articles for consideration is Monday, June 1, 2026.
Upon submitting your article, please allow 3-5 business days to confirm receipt.
The editor will contact submission authors on the article status by/on Friday, June 19.
Revisions (if applicable) are ongoing through mid-August.
Articles must be finalized by Friday, August 21.
Fall 2026 issue published in early September.
Thank you for considering submitting your critical work to Insights! If you have further questions, please contact Insights Editor Annie Kelly, EdD at FYEINSIGHTS@mailbox.sc.edu.
Disclaimer
Please note the views of the articles are the author’s own and do not reflect those of the University of South Carolina.
