Below are the submission guidelines for research papers, policy papers, Student Interest pieces, opinion/Op-Ed pieces, and photographs.
We will be accepting all pieces on a rolling basis. Please submit your written submissions via this form. The Pardee Atlas will choose submissions based on quality and content.
ALL WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS MUST BE
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- Original pieces written by YOU
- Edited and fact-checked before submission
- Not previously published
- Must be related to topics of Global Affairs
Advancing Human Progress Initiative (Research Paper)
In line with the Pardee School of Global Studies’ goal of “advancing human progress,” The Pardee Atlas would like you, as future policymakers, diplomats, researchers and leaders to analyze current or historical global issues and challenges with a goal to propose possible solutions that benefit the global community. Topics may include, but are not limited to, human rights, global economics, international politics, international security, international development, religion, and environmental governance. You should devise a clear argument and provide a compelling analysis of the issue. While conducting your research and analysis, remember the words of Dean Emeritus Adil Najam:
“We have always thought of ourselves as the school for making the world a better place, and we take the task to heart.”
Submissions should be:
- 2500-4000 words, 12-point font, Times New Roman, Double-spaced
- Properly cited in Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition Notes-Bibliography format
- Please include an abstract summarizing the key points of your paper
Submit all research papers via this form.
Policy Paper
Policy papers should analyze and address current contemporary policy issues related to global affairs. It should define a global problem and advocate a policy solution for it, clearly discussing (a) why the problem is an important one, (b) who should do what about it and how, and (c) why the proposed policy is better than other alternatives.
Submissions should be:
- 2500-4000 words, 12-point font, Times New Roman, Double-spaced
- Properly cited in Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition Notes-Bibliography format
Please submit all policy paper submissions via this form.
Looking for guidance on how to strucuture you policy paper? We recommend reviewing the policy paper guidelines published in the Pardee School of Global Studies MA paper Handbook.
Opinions/Op-Ed
Op-Ed pieces should be clear, concise, informed opinions about current topics or events related to global affairs.
Submissions should be:
- 650-1200 words, 12 point font, Times New Roman, 1.5 spacing
- Citations: Active links to sources should be embedded within the Op-Ed. Please include a Works Cited/Bibliography for the Editorial Board to review.
Please submit all Op-Ed pieces via this form.
Student Interest Pieces
We invite graduate students to submit short pieces focusing on issues or topics they are passionate about. This can include personalizing and humanizing news stories, sharing your thoughts in global issues happening today, and touch, inspire, or motivate others.
We want to hear your voice and see global issues from your point of view! Interest pieces should be clear, concise, informed opinions about current topics or events related to global affairs.
Submissions should be:
- 150 – 300 words, 12 point font, Times New Roman, 1.5 spacing
- Citations: Active links to sources should be embedded within the Interest Piece. Please include a Works Cited/Bibliography for the Editorial Board to review.
Please submit all Interest Pieces via this form.
Photo Submissions
Photos tell stories, give us glimpses of others’ lives and show us parts of the world we have never seen before. From monuments to culinary arts, share photos you have taken from around the world.
Photo Submission Guidelines:
- Must be original photographs taken by you
- Quality photographs in RAW, PNG, or JPEG file formats
- Provide background information on your photo, including the location and any necessary context.
- Maximum submission is 3 photographs
- Open to all alumni and current graduate students of Pardee School of Global Studies
Please send all photo submissions to the pardeeatlas@gmail.com.
All submissions are subject to approval and The Pardee Atlas reserves the right to not publish submissions.
WHY PUBLISH YOUR WORK?
This is your opportunity to showcase your thoughts beyond the classroom setting, collaborate with a team that will help you hone your communication skills and prepare you for your future career.
