Inter-Text offers a variety of ways for students to get involved — as an author, editor, or member of the production team.
To join the editorial board or production team, email us at inter-text@lakeforest.edu.
For submission updates, sign up for our announcement list at inter-textannouncementlist@lakeforest.edu.
Please reach out to inter-text@lakeforest.edu if you would like to join our editorial board. To to receive direct calls for submissions join our announcement list at inter-textannouncementlist@lakeforest.edu. Inter-text also participates in both the Fall and Spring Forester Fairs where current editors can explain in more detail the work of the journal.
You can also connect with us on My.involvement and Instagram to learn more about our events and opportunities.
Becoming an Author
Submissions for each volume are due January 31.
We invite papers from the humanities and social sciences, typically between 2,000 and 6,000 words (multiple submissions are welcome).
Selected works will be published in the upcoming volume, and authors will be invited to present their research at our End-of-Year Release Party, where they’ll receive complimentary copies of the journal.
End of Year Release Party Highlights
Join us as we celebrate the newest issue of Inter-Text with readings from featured authors, conversations with editors, and a showcase of student scholarship in the humanities and social sciences.
Becoming an Editor
Editors play a central role in shaping each volume of Inter-Text. They review submissions, provide feedback to authors, and prepare accepted works for publication.
Editors meet once a week and may earn 0.25 course credit hours per semester. Complete the Editor Interest Form to join our team.
Becoming a part of the Production Support Team
The production team designs and finalizes the journal using Adobe InDesign and creates all promotional materials for Inter-Text. Members gain hands-on experience in publication design, layout, and creative direction.
The team meets once a week alongside the editors and can also earn 0.25 course credit hours per semester. If you’re creative, collaborative, and detail-oriented, fill out the Production Team Interest Form to get involved.