Music Educators Journal : 2024–28 Call for Nominations

2024–28 Call for Nominations:
Music Educators Journal Advisory Committee Members, Editorial Committee Members, and Associate Editor

Advisory Committee Members:

Music Educators Journal (MEJ) seeks applications for twenty (20) new members of the Advisory Committee.

Description of Duties: Advisory Committee members serve for two years with the possibility of reappointment to a second, consecutive two-year term. Committee members will be expected to provide approximately 3–6 written reviews per year. Duties commence July 1, 2024.

Qualifications for Advisory Committee Members:

• Be a member of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME);
• Be an experienced active or former music educator committed to excellence in teaching, pedagogy, administration, or scholarship, as evidenced by active participation in the field of music education;
• Have a record of publication in MEJ or similar journals, including state MEA journals;
• Able and willing to support the vision and values of NAfME’s Strategic Plan vision, particularly regarding support for diversity, inclusion, equity, and access.

Application Materials:

• Cover letter, and either resume or vitae outlining your qualifications for the position, including a list of any publications you have authored and teaching experience;
• Obtain one (1) letter of nomination from someone who is professionally acquainted with your work as a music educator. This letter should speak to your qualifications to serve in this specific capacity;
• Provide one (1) 500-word statement of interest describing your career background and content expertise.

All application materials must be submitted electronically with the subject: 2024 MEJ ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Submit application material as PDF attachments no later than April 1, 2024, to Douglas Orzolek, Academic Editor, Music Educators Journal dcorzolek@stthomas.edu

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Editorial Committee Members:

Music Educators Journal (MEJ) seeks applications for twelve (12) new members of the Editorial Committee.

Description of Duties: Editorial Committee members serve four-year terms, with duties beginning July 1, 2024. Terms are non-renewable. Committee members will be expected to provide approximately 1–2 written reviews of approximately 1,000–2,000 words each per month.

Qualifications for Editorial Committee Members:

• A record of membership in the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and other professional arts organizations;
• Be an experienced active or former music educator with demonstrated excellence in teaching, pedagogy, administration, or scholarship;
• Terminal degree holder in music education or related field;
• Have a demonstrated record of publication in peer-reviewed journals or other established forums on music or arts education;
• Able to attend Editorial Committee meetings during biennial NAfME conferences or as needed. (Virtual meetings are possible);
• Previous service on a formal editorial committee. Former MEJ Advisory Committee members are eligible to serve on the Editorial Committee;
• Able and willing to support the vision and values of NAfME’s Strategic Plan vision, particularly regarding support for diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Application Materials:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae that outlines your qualifications for the position, including a list of any publications you have authored;
• Obtain one (1) letter of nomination from someone who is professionally acquainted with your work as a music educator. This letter should speak to your qualifications to serve in this specific capacity;
• A statement of interest (1,000-word maximum) that describes your career background and areas of content expertise AND a statement (1,000-word maximum) addressing your values concerning diversity, inclusion, and equity in music education.

All application materials must be submitted electronically with the subject: 2024 MEJ EDITORIAL COMMITTEE. Submit application material as PDF attachments no later than April 1, 2024, to Douglas Orzolek, Academic Editor, Music Educators Journal, dcorzolek@stthomas.edu

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Associate Editor: Music Educators Journal

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) seeks applications for the position of Associate Editor/Editor-Elect of Music Educators Journal (MEJ). This individual will serve three consecutive two-year terms, beginning with a two-year term (7/1/2024–6/30/2026) as Associate Editor, then a two-year term as Academic Editor (7/1/2026–6/30/2028), followed by a two-year term as Past Academic Editor (7/1/2028–6/30/2030). The Associate Editor will complete all responsibilities commensurate with membership on the Editorial Committee. In addition, the Associate Editor will assist both the Editor and the Academic Editor as requested.

Members of the MEJ Editorial Board are eligible to apply. Self-nominations are acceptable.

Qualifications: (a) a record of continued NAfME membership; (b) a record of sustained, high-quality scholarly activity in music education; (c) prior or ongoing teaching experience indicating an ability to address pertinent issues related to contemporary music education; (d) extensive experience on other NAfME editorial boards or similarly recognized publications in music or arts education; and (e) the ability to deliver in-person reports and lead editorial committee meetings, typically held during NAfME national conferences.

Application Materials:

• Cover letter and complete curriculum vitae;
• A statement of interest addressing your particular content expertise and unique qualifications for the position (1,000-word max);
• A statement addressing your values concerning diversity, inclusion, and equity in music education (1,000-word max);
• One (1) letter of support from a colleague active in music education. This letter should speak to your qualifications to serve in this specific capacity;
• One (1) peer-reviewed article or other scholarly writing on music education praxis that illustrates knowledge of content appropriate for

All application materials must be submitted electronically with the subject: 2024 MEJ ASSOCIATE EDITOR. Submit application material as PDF attachments no later than April 1, 2024, to Douglas Orzolek, Academic Editor, Music Educators Journal, dcorzolek@stthomas.edu