Student Journals

Overview

º£½ÇÉçÇø student journals are student-led, offering hands-on experience in scholarly publishing. Students manage editorial teams, conduct peer reviews, and share research in a collaborative environment. These journals span diverse disciplines, featuring contributions from undergraduates, graduates, and established scholars.

Benefits

Engaging with student journals provides invaluable hands-on experience in publishing, editing, and research. It’s an opportunity to develop key skills, strengthen your resume, and become part of a collaborative academic community. You can showcase your own work, support the growth of others, and take on leadership roles—all while exploring and deepening your academic passions.

Application Information

  • Students are encouraged to reach out directly to individual journals of interest to explore available opportunities.

Contact

º£½ÇÉçÇø Library: contact library.publishing@ualberta.ca for more information.

Program Details

Faculty/Unit: Augustana, Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences, Arts, Business, Education, Engineering, Graduate + Postdoctoral Studies, Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, Law, Medicine and Dentistry, Native Studies, Nursing, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Public Health, School of, Rehabilitation Medicine, Science and Faculté Saint-Jean
Academic Level: Undergraduate
Credit Received: Non-Credit
Payment: Unpaid
Location: Other
Format: Hybrid
Related Learning Types

Research-Based Learning

Eligibility Requirements

Any student is eligible to participate in student journal publishing. Opportunities are diverse, and each journal offers a unique experience. There are both undergraduate and graduate journals, as well as mixed-level publications. Some journals focus on specific fields of study, while others welcome works from a broader range of disciplines. To find the best fit, it’s recommended to consult the websites of individual journals.

Recognition + Compensation

  • Participating in student journal publishing is voluntary

Duration, Format + Location

  • Most editorial board positions are held for at least a year, with the option to continue.
  • Peer review and copyediting roles are typically ad hoc, occurring as research becomes available for review, usually once or twice a year.
  • Authors can often submit their research one or two times per year.
  • Expectations and responsibilities vary depending on the journal.
  • Participation in student journals often combines in-person and virtual work, with the format determined by each journal.