The Division of Academic Affairs is the nucleus of the academic enterprise at Edward Waters College and offers high-quality baccalaureate degree programs. In an academically challenging, student-centered environment, the Division of Academic Affairs provides rigorous and relevant undergraduate programs that incorporate intellectually stimulating curricula, problem-based and active learning, effective teaching strategies, academic technology, experiential learning opportunities, and diverse instructional delivery systems.
Through ongoing faculty development, the Division promotes a culture that nourishes and supports research activities, excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. The Division endeavors to produce graduates who are well-prepared academically and who possess high levels of competence in critical thinking, verbal and written communication, mathematical computation, financial literacy, technology, global awareness, and life skills. Accordingly, the Division seeks to develop within each student a commitment to excellence, service, and ethical values and to prepare students with the breadth and depth of knowledge that will empower them to be competitive in a global market.
Edward Waters College’s HBCU Journal On Research Initiatives is published twice per year in January and August by Edward Waters College, care of Dr. Monique L. Akassi, Chief Editor 1658 Kings Road Jacksonville, Florida 32209.Subscriptions and copies can be purchased via online, bookstores, and/or via email at M.Akassi@ewc.edu. Single copies are available as an annual subscription and can also be obtained. Allprofits will go towards the annual academicconference on HBCU Conference on UndergraduateResearch Initiatives.Edward Waters College’s Call for Manuscripts:Edward Waters College’s HBCU Journal On Research Initiatives is an interdisciplinary peer reviewed referee journal with an emphasis on research initiatives in Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the disciplines.
Edward Waters College’s Undergraduate Journal on Research Across The Disciplines is an interdisciplinary refereed journal with an emphasis on research across the disciplines. Select writings are reviewed by a peer reviewed editorial staff, which selects the best critical articles among the genres in research across the disciplines by scholars on a local, national, and international colleges and universities. Manuscripts are accepted throughout the year but must be received before the May and December publication release dates. Manuscripts can be in the Modern Language Association standard document style or the American Psychological Association (APA) format, and should not exceed 25 pages in length—not including tables, graphs, figures, and references—and typed double spaced in 12 point font Times New Roman. However, exceptions may be made for stellar quality. Submissions can be submitted for publication consideration to Dr. Monique L. Akassi at M.Akassi@ewc.edu as an attachment. Manuscripts should be original and not submitted to other journals. Manuscripts should include a short bio, cover letter, and contact information.
