Selection of the Editor for the Home Economics Research Journal

Abstract

The policies and procedures developed for the selection of the editor are reported because of the importance of the position of editor of the Home Economics Research Journal. The Research Journal Policy Board develops criteria and makes the nomination; the AHEA Board of Directors makes the appointment. Criteria focus upon the research competences of the individual and local support available to facilitate the performance of editorial func tions. Responsibilities include leadership in developing policies and procedures, making final decisions regarding all content of each issue, coordinating activities of the editorial board, and processing all papers received. The initial term of an editor is3 years. Thesolici tation of nominations, review of nominees, and appointment of the second editor are timed to allow for an orderly transfer of responsibilities from one editor to the next.

Founding of a Research Journal

“…Because of the importance of the position of editor of the Home Economics Research Journal, an article (Scruggs, 1975) recorded the policies and procedures used in selection of the editor.…”