Graduate and professional students, join us for a one-day seminar to deepen your understanding of the academic publishing process and gain the tools you need to get published.

Hosted by the Graduate College and UNLV Libraries, this event offers custom workshops, expert insights, and practical guidance on topics like publication structure, co-authorship dynamics, and evaluating journals. Engage with faculty and postdoctoral panelists who have been through the publishing process, gain an understanding of peer review, and explore tools for tracking your research impact and using author identifiers. Empower yourself with the know-how and resources to navigate the world of scholarly publishing.

Publishing 101 Seminar Schedule:

8:45 a.m. Check-In

9 a.m. Breakfast & Introductions

9:15 a.m. Library Resources Overview

9:30 a.m. Structure of a Publication

11 a.m. Navigating Co-Authorship

11:40 a.m. Evaluating New Journals for Publication and Avoiding Predatory Publishers: What Authors Need to Know

12:30 p.m. Lunch & Learn |  I’ve Been There: Tips from Published Faculty & Postdoctoral Scholars

1:30 p.m. Peer Review

2:30 p.m. Author IDs & Research Impact