The purpose of this special issue is to recognize and reflect on the contributions and legacy of scientist-practitioner W. Warner Burke. Burke’s many contributions to the theory and practice of organization development over the past six decades have had both a foundational and evolutionary impact on the field. This special issue presents seven articles that reflect various facets of his contribution as a colleague, scholar, practitioner, and mentor.

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庆祝 W. Warner Burke 的职业生涯：OD 科学家和实践者的典范

本期特刊的目的是承认和反思科学家兼从业者 W. Warner Burke 的贡献和遗产。伯克在过去六十年来对组织发展理论和实践的许多贡献对该领域产生了基础性和进化性的影响。本期特刊刊登了七篇文章，反映了他作为同事、学者、实践者和导师的不同方面的贡献。