Research Submission Guidelines

IUCJ’s long-form publications conform to the style of a traditional academic journal. We seek to publish, rigorous, high-level academic research that engages with existing literature and creates new knowledge for the academic sphere. These pieces receive primary consideration for publication within our annual academic journal volume.

• We accept submissions in both Chinese and English.

• Word Limit: 1250-6000 words preferred, but articles outside of this range will still be considered. Images count towards the word limit; a half-page image is equivalent to 150 words.

• References: The Chicago Manual Style (17th edition)

• Formatting: 12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced with 1-inch margins

• To ensure our submissions meets the highest academic standards, we ask that your paper include a brief statement of endorsement from a professor, academic advisor, or relevant scholar. Though endorsements are optional, papers with endorsements will be given first consideration for publication.

• Please include your name, university, expected graduation year, and an abstract for your paper in the body of your email.