The Transmutation Logic and Action Strategies of University Colleges from the Perspective of Sociological Institutionalism:Take Nanjing Agricultural University as an Example
Jinshanbao College of Nanjing Agricultural University is an honors college dedicated to implementing distinctive elite education and personalized training for exceptional undergraduates.It serves as a microcosm of the evolution of the university college system within industry-specific universities.By employing the analytical framework of sociological institutionalism to examine the institutional logic of Jinshanbao College's transformation across multiple dimensions,it becomes evident that the college's development is inextricably linked to the national policy guiding the cultivation of top-tier innovative talents.It is also closely tied to its proactive exploration based on its own reform needs and resource-specific endowments.Under the premise of adhering to the value norms of innovative talent training,the transformative logic of its"academy"also reflects an internal pursuit of cultural identity.Like other organizations focused on innovative talent development,Jinshanbao College has adapted to the times and its environment.However,the college also confronts some common challenges in the process of adaptation.As a dynamic organization,it must further ensure the effective fulfillment of its social and economic functions,realize the goal of holistic education,and highlight the value of its cultural functions.