Virginia Union University's Department of Languages and Literature's Undergraduate Journal On Research In The Humanities and Beyond is an interdisciplinary refereed journal with an emphasis on research, writing across the curriculum, and writing in the discipline. Select writings are reviewed by a peer reviewed editorial staff, which selects the best critical articles among the genres in writing across the curriculum and in the disciplines written by currently-enrolled undergraduate students at Virginia Union University and other undergraduates from both local, national, and international colleges and universities. Manuscripts are accepted throughout the year but must be received before the May and December publication release dates. Since Virginia Union University's Department of Languages and Literature's Undergraduate Research In The Humanities and Beyond cultivates students' critical thinking, reading, writing, speaking, and research within the humanities and beyond- manuscripts can be in the Modern Language Association standard document style and should not exceed 25 pages in length-not including tables, graphs, figures, and references-and typed double spaced in 12 point font Times New Roman. However, exceptions may be made for stellar quality. Submissions can be submitted for publication consideration to Dr. Monique Leslie Akassi at MLAkassi@vuu.edu as an attachment. Manuscripts should be original and not submitted to other journals. Manuscripts should include a short bio, cover letter, and contact information.
About the Author: The Department of Languages and Literature at Virginia Union University emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, reading, and writing as a means of understanding the past, and to use this knowledge as part of a larger intellectual journey. This journey, the making and transforming of the student's mind, is the primary goal of a liberal arts education. As an English major, critical thinking, reading, writing, research, speaking, and innovation are emphasized as fundamental skills. The department teaches undergraduates to communicate clearly and effectively, and to read great literature with understanding and pleasure. In addition, all English majors will receive an excellent education in preparation for graduate school, corporate America, and service to the global community, Moreover, all majors will be required to complete a senior thesis, internship, and mentoring. Furthermore, students will have study abroad opportunities through and World Languages area, which include minors in Spanish and French. The program offers courses in three categories: Literature: Through reading, discussion, and written response to important works of literature, the student develops an appreciation for the beauty of writing by the world's great authors and understands the importance of literary criticism of these works. Language: Courses offered describe and explain the historical development of the English language and its structure in the 21st century. Linguistics and English language courses will introduce the student to works written in earlier forms. Writing: Through reading, discussion, and the practice of form, the student learns to write both informative and creative prose and poetry. Courses such as Advanced Composition and Creative Writing are offered.