Research

The Research Committee shall support, advocate for, and amplify research in and on PDSs and SUPs, and cultivate an inclusive community of researchers from both the academic and P-12 spheres who are committed to, and engaged in, research in this field. 

• Chairs are appointed by the NASUP president.  The appointment process begins with a call for applications issued by the NASUP Board.  Prospective applicants are asked to submit of a letter of interest and to participate in an interview with a representative from the team of three presidents.  Following the interview(s) and consultation with the board, the president appoints a chair or co-chairs.

• The chair or co-chairs serve three-year terms and may serve for two consecutive terms. 

• Membership on the committee is open to any member of NASUP who has an interest in research and plans to support the charge of the committee.

• The Research Committee meets at least twice a year.

• The Research Committee is divided into working groups to facilitate active engagement and productivity.

• Each working group is tasked with:

  • designating a coordinator to keep the Co-Chairs updated about their activities and progress

  • meeting at least quarterly but not less than monthly

  • conducting original research related to school-university partnerships

  • acknowledging NASUP’s pivotal role in convening these groups in any publications or presentations resulting from the working groups

  • maintaining communication with the full Research Committee through periodic meetings-of-the-whole