Writing for Publication Turning a Seminar Paper into a Journal Article

This graduate-level workshop helps students transform seminar papers or class projects into publishable journal articles. Through practical strategies, students learn how to shift their focus from demonstrating knowledge to joining a scholarly conversation. Topics covered include narrowing scope, strengthening arguments, revising structure and style, and targeting the right academic journal. This session empowers graduate writers to approach publication with confidence, strategy, and clarity.

00:00 Introduction

00:41 Why Publish During Graduate School?

01:04 Seminar Papers vs Journal Articles

01:30 Choosing the Right Paper to Revise

01:57 Revising for Audience and Purpose

02:22 Finding the Right Journal

02:57 Strengthening Your Argument 

03:28 Polishing Structure and Style

03:58 Preparation for Submission

04:31 Final Thoughts on Publishing as a Grad Student

05:05 Thank you! (Contact info)

This recording is paid for by the LOGRAR grant. 

CPP Graduate Resource Center - gradstudies@cpp.edu
Dr. Karen Téllez-Chaires - ktrujillo@cpp.edu