Journal of Asian American Studies

Author Guidelines

JAAS solicits manuscripts that advance the journal's mission to showcase critical work furthering knowledge of Asian/Pacific America in its diversity. The journal welcomes submissions from all fields, including cultural studies, history, literary criticism, social science, and, of course, interdisciplinary studies of social policy, pedagogical/praxis and comparative race issues. JAAS also publishes book, media, and exhibition reviews.

Manuscripts should follow the documentary-note style, as specified in the latest edition of the CHICAGO MANUAL OF STYLE. All text must be double-spaced in a clear, easy-to-read typeface on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper. Text should be left justified with all margins at least 1 inch, and endnotes entered manually into the text (Do not use the "notes" feature of word-processing programs.) You may cite your work, but do not use wording that identifies you as the manuscript's author. Your name should appear only on the title page.

Submit two (3) copies of the manuscript to Tony Peffer, Associate Dean of the Campus, Ohio University Eastern, National Road, St. Clairsville, OH 43950. Articles are not to exceed thirty (30) typewritten, double-spaced pages, excluding endnotes and other printed matter. JAAS will acknowledge receipt of your manuscript.

Decisions are generally made within fifteen (15) weeks of receipt. Manuscripts are subjected to blind reviews. If your manuscript is accepted for publication, you will be asked to submit one (1) electronic copy in either IBM-compatible or Macintosh format, and two (2) paper copies of the final revised version. You will also be expected to obtain permission to reproduce any copyrighted materials (e.g., photographs) used in your article.