Calling NMCC students looking to develop publishable papers!
Are you seeking feedback on a draft article manuscript you intend to publish in an academic journal? Or are you looking to turn a strong term paper into a journal article? If so, we encourage you to submit an abstract for consideration in our upcoming NMCC Article Workshop later this term. Please see below for details on logistics, expectations, and how to apply. If there is enough interest, we will run at least one more NMCC Article Workshop later in the academic year (email us to let us know if you want to be involved).
When: Wednesday, November 26, 10-11:50 am
Where: DREAM Lab, Knight Library (Coffee and light breakfast provided)
Purpose of the Workshop: The goal of the workshop is to provide a collaborative and supportive environment for developing your in-progress work for publication.
Expectations for Papers: We welcome works in progress, including dissertation chapters, early drafts of journal articles, or in some cases revised term papers. Your paper will be circulated a few weeks before the workshop to allow for careful pre-reading and engaged feedback during the workshop. Papers should be of a length that suits the standards of your individual discipline, and preferably tailored to the length of a target journal. For most disciplines this will mean papers between 4,000-7,000 words. (if your paper exceeds 7,000 words, we will ask you to indicate which sections you would like participants to read).
Workshop Format: Participants will engage in small-group discussions (4-7 participants per paper, mostly drawn from among fellow NMCC grads, and at least one faculty member, ideally including the author’s advisor). The author will give a brief (~5 minutes) overview, pose outstanding questions they have about the paper, and then participate in a group discussion.
Who Can Apply?: We welcome graduate students to apply whose paper engages topics at the intersection of new media and culture. Priority will be given to NMCC students.
How to Apply: To be considered for participation, please fill out this form by November 3, 11:59 pm. At this stage, we are only requesting an abstract (100-250 words) and keywords. Full papers will be circulated at a later date.
Final Note: Before submitting the form, we ask that you confirm your advisor’s availability to attend the workshop. Although not required for participation, this helps with planning. Once accepted, we will facilitate invitations to peers and faculty in your home unit who might be interested in attending.
Questions? Email Colin Koopman (NMCC Director) and Brooke Burns (NMCC Program Assistant and Digital Humanities Coordinator) at nmcc@uoregon.edu
We look forward to reading your submissions and to a productive workshop together!
