MiALA 2026 Annual Conference

The Journal of Student Research at Indiana University East (JSRIUE) was initially founded in 2017. In 2025, I had the option to turn the production of the journal into an honors-level class and lead students through the process of bringing articles to publication. This presentation will provide a model for other librarians who choose to launch a research journal on their campuses, as well as lessons learned for strengthening the class in the future.

Learning Objective(s): By the end of this presentation, participants will 1) Identify necessary foundational steps for ensuring a smooth publication process; 2) Discover what tasks are needed to create a polished journal, including editing, communication and preparatory coursework; and 3) Learn how a student journal serves as a morale-boosting tool for students and provides unexpected outcomes for students enrolled in the class.