East Bay Historia welcomes submissions from current Cal State East Bay students and recent graduates, regardless of major. We encourage students to share historically oriented work developed through coursework, independent research, capstone projects, or other academic experiences.
What Can I Submit?
We welcome a variety of historically oriented submissions, including:
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Original historical research essays
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Historiographical and review essays
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Book and film reviews
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Oral histories and public history projects
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Visual storytelling and other creative historical work
Research essays should present a clear argument supported by credible sources and appropriate citations.
Submission Guidelines
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Eligibility: Current CSUEB students and recent graduates from any major.
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Formatting: Written submissions should use Chicago Manual of Style footnotes.
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Length: There is no formal word-count requirement.
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Submission Limit: One submission per student each year.
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Deadline: September 1, subject to confirmation for the upcoming publication cycle.
Review and Publication Process
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process, meaning authors and reviewers remain anonymous to one another. The student editorial board evaluates submissions for historical argument, research, originality, and clarity.
Authors receive editorial feedback, traditionally by the end of October. Accepted contributors work with the editorial team to revise and prepare their work for publication in the annual issue.
Students can review the journal's evaluation form to better understand the review process.
How to Submit
The submission period for the next volume will be announced here. Students are encouraged to prepare their work in advance and consult with faculty about potential submissions.
Join the Editorial Board
East Bay Historia offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in academic publishing. Each year, a student editorial board works collaboratively to review submissions, provide constructive feedback, edit manuscripts, and produce the journal's annual volume.
Serving on the editorial board allows students to develop valuable professional skills while contributing to one of the department's signature scholarly publications.
What Do Student Editors Do?
Editorial board members participate in several aspects of the publication process, including:
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Peer Review: Evaluate submissions for historical argument, research, originality, and clarity.
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Editing and Revision: Provide constructive feedback and work with authors to strengthen their manuscripts.
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Journal Production: Assist with proofreading, formatting, layout, and preparation of the annual publication.
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Collaboration: Work with fellow students, faculty advisors, and contributing artists to produce a professional scholarly journal.
Editorial experience helps students strengthen their critical reading, writing, communication, and organizational skills while gaining practical experience relevant to careers in publishing, education, research, and other professional fields.
How Can I Get Involved?
Students interested in joining the East Bay Historia editorial board are encouraged to contact the Department of History & Global Cultures at history@csueastbay.edu to learn about opportunities for the upcoming publication cycle.
