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How do I become an author?
There are two main ways to become an author for TOTEM. The first is to
submit an original paper written for a course. The second is to write an
original paper specifically designed for TOTEM. Articles can cover any
anthropological topic, issue, question, critique, or other unique
perspective or experience.
All works submitted to TOTEM must be previously unpublished. We also
welcome work from undergraduate and graduate students from other fields
and institutions whose work is relevant to anthropology. Work to
be considered for publication should follow our style guide and the
instructions on the Call For Papers.
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I am an undergrad student here at UWO, and I conducted my research
elsewhere. Can I still publish in TOTEM?
Yes, definitely.
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What type of articles does TOTEM accept?
TOTEM accepts articles related to all the subfields of anthropology;
these can include course papers and original pieces for journal. If you
have something specific in mind, please contact the co-editors.
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What is the deadline for submitting articles?
Articles for the 2010/2011 issue will be accepted from October 1, 2010
until January 31, 2011.
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What is the format for citations in manuscripts?
TOTEM follows the citation format of
Current Anthropology.
We will be updating our own style guide shortly.
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Who decides which articles will be published?
Articles are collected by the co-editors and assigned anonymously to
peer-reviewers with expertise on the paper’s topic. Each paper is then
reviewed by at least two peer reviewers before meeting final approval by
the co-editors who coordinate final edits and publication.
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Where can I obtain past TOTEM articles or journals?
Hard copies of TOTEM are available in the Weldon Library at The
University of Western Ontario and in the Department of Anthropology
Library. All new articles will be published online, and soon all the
past issues will be digitized and accessible online as well. Online
issues will be accessible for free as downloadable pdfs.
TOTEM receives the majority of its support from the undergraduate
Anthropology Society and the UWO Department of Anthropology. Weldon
Library supports TOTEM by hosting the journal site and past volumes.
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Can I submit work completed as part of my class? Does my professor
have to be a co-author? Will my professor be contacted?
Papers written for an university course can be submitted for
publication. Unless they have contributed substantially to the research
and/or writing of the work, professors will not be considered as
co-authors and will not be contacted.
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Who can I contact for more information?
Questions can be emailed to
TOTEMjournal@gmail.com.
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If I publish in TOTEM, can I submit to other journals?
Authors agree to grant TOTEM exclusive first publication rights, but the
author can later republish their work as long as it is accompanied by a
citation referring to TOTEM. (Link to copyright policy). Please note
that many journals claim the same right of first publication and may not
accept previously published work.
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How do I become involved with TOTEM?
Currently, we welcome undergraduate and graduate students to volunteer
as peer-reviewers, a position that will entail attendance at an editing
workshop to be held in early December. There are also opportunities to
volunteer with the undergraduate Anthropology Society, and for
graduates to run for a co-editor position in the spring.
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If I am a non-UWO student, can I submit an article?
We welcome students from all academic institutions to submit
articles that are in line with our aims and scope. If there are
problems with submitting the two hard copies by mail, please email
the co-editors at
TOTEMjournal@gmail.com
to arrange a solution.
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How do I become a peer-reviewer?
You can respond to the Call for Reviewers, or contact
the co-editors. There is an application that will ask you for your
information, as well as your experience and areas of interest. You
must also attend one of the sessions provided by the co-editors that
walk you through the process of professional and effective
reviewing. We are pleased to have TATP members who will be giving a
short presentation on providing constructive feedback. Once you are
a reviewer, you will receive one or two papers that you will then
have two weeks to review and get back to us.
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