The Torch Journal of Higher Education & Student Affairs is an annual peer reviewed journal that explores contemporary issues and current trends in the field of higher education with a particular focus on topics of interest to student affairs professionals. The journal offers graduate students the opportunity to participate in manuscript revision processes used in notable research journals. Research and academic manuscripts are submitted to a rigorous peer editing process including a host of graduate student peers at NYU and professionals in the field of higher education both inside and outside of NYU. Student research undergoes three cycles of peer review editing before being considered for the final publication at the end of the academic year. The Torch is excited to release its first issue this year. Please contact torchjournal@nyu.edu with questions.