Kalo Member Submission Form

  • Kalo Member Submission Form

  • Kalo submissions are not peer-reviewed, but academic submissions may still need to undergo a review and editing process. We accept a wide range of submissions in this magazine, including creative writing, essays, visual art, photography, and even ideas for an article. Kalo submissions are open to undergraduate members, graduate student members, and alumni members. A limited number of advisor submissions may also be considered.

    If you are unsure if your submission or idea is a good fit for Kalo, you are welcome to email us at kalo@alphachihonor.org, and our staff will promptly get back to you and discuss your submission or idea.

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  • Kalo Submission Guidelines

    1. Submissions should be original and reflect the unique perspectives and experiences of the authors.
    2. Submissions may be sent at any time. If accepted, a submission will be published in the next available issue after it has been reviewed and prepared for publication.
    3. All submissions should be the unpublished work of the author(s). Collaborative work is welcome, but the majority of the work should have been accomplished by the submitting author(s).
    4. Properly acknowledge and cite the work of others, including text generated by artificial intelligence.
    5. All work should be free from falsehood, fabricated or misleading data, plagiarism, or any form of dishonest scholarship.
    6. Authors assume responsibility for securing permission to publish any copyrighted material, including figures, tables, and other visuals, that are cited or used in the submission.
    7. Acknowledgments can be used to identify funding sources and contributions from others who are not authors. Dedications are rarely allowed and only at the discretion of the Editor.
    8. Submissions containing original data from human or animal participants must document approval by the lead institution’s Institutional Review Board.

  • For creative writing submissions:

    1. Content should not exceed 5,000 words in length.
    2. Text-based submissions should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font, with left-justified text in one column on 8.5" by 11" pages, with 1" margins on all sides.
    3. All pages should be numbered in a header located in the upper right corner.

  • For poetry submissions:

    1. Submit up to 5 original, unpublished poems.
    2. Each poem should not exceed 2 pages in length.
    3. Poems should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font, with left-justified text in one column on 8.5" by 11" pages, with 1" margins on all sides.
    4. Each poem should begin on a new page and include the poem's title at the top.
    5. Are any of your poem submissions concrete/shape poems (Does the shape of the poem itself play a role in the poem)? If so, please let us know in your submission so that we can maintain the shape of the poem in Kalo.

  • For visual art submissions:

    1. Art should be prepared in JPEG or PNG format of no less than 300 dpi and sized for the page.
    2. If you are submitting multiple pieces, each should be submitted as a separate file.
    3. For each submission, you will be asked to provide a brief description (100-150 words) of the piece, highlighting its significance and relevance to the Kalo audience.

  • For photography submissions:

    1. Photographs should be prepared in JPEG or PNG format of no less than 300 dpi and sized for the page.
    2. If you are submitting multiple photos, each should be submitted as a separate file.
    3. For each submission, you will be asked to provide a brief description (100-150 words) of the piece, highlighting its significance and relevance to the Kalo audience.

  • Video submissions should be sent as links to a public or unlisted YouTube video, accompanied by a short description of the project.

  • For musical composition submissions:

    1. Submit up to 3 original, unpublished musical compositions.
    2. For each submission, you will be asked to provide a brief description (100-150 words) of the piece, highlighting its significance and relevance to the Kalo audience.
    3. Written musical compositions should be submitted as PDF files, preferably created using notation software such as Sibelius or Finale.

  • For musical performance submissions:

    1. Submit up to 3 original, unpublished musical performances.
    2. Submit either high-quality MP3 or WAV files or links to a public or unlisted YouTube video that contains the music submission.
    3. For each submission, you will be asked to provide a brief description (100-150 words) of the piece, highlighting its significance and relevance to the Kalo audience.

  • For video game submisions:

    1. Submit one original video game project.
    2. Include a brief description (150-200 words) of your game, highlighting its concept, gameplay mechanics, and relevance to Kalo's audience.
    3. Provide a downloadable link to your game files or a link to an online platform, such as itch.io, where your game can be played or downloaded.
    4. Submit a gameplay video (up to 5 minutes) showcasing the game's features and mechanics. The video should be uploaded to a video-sharing platform (e.g., Vimeo or YouTube) and shared as a link.

  • For 3D Printing/CAD Project submissions:

    1. Submit one original, unpublished 3D printing or CAD project.
    2. Include a brief description (150-200 words) of your project, highlighting its concept, design process, and relevance to Kalo's audience.
    3. Provide downloadable links to your project files (e.g., .stl, .obj, .dwg, or other relevant file formats) and, if applicable, any necessary assembly instructions.
    4. Submit a short video (up to 3 minutes) showcasing your finished project or a detailed walkthrough of your design. The video should be uploaded to a video-sharing platform (e.g., Vimeo or YouTube) and shared as a link.

  • For architectural or interior design submissions:

    1. Submit one original, unpublished architectural or interior design project featuring a virtual building or space.
    2. Include a brief description (150-200 words) of your project, highlighting its concept, design process, and relevance to Kalo's audience.
    3. Provide downloadable links to your project files (e.g., .rvt, .skp, .dwg, or other relevant file formats) and any necessary supporting documents (e.g., floor plans, elevations, renderings).
    4. Submit a short video (up to 5 minutes) showcasing your virtual building or space, including a walkthrough or highlights of key design elements. Upload the video to a video-sharing platform (e.g., Vimeo or YouTube) and provide a link.

  • For written academic submissions:

    1. Due to Kalo’s limited page count, we encourage submitters to draft an article outlining and summarizing their work or research in lieu of submitting the entire academic paper.
    2. If you have a standard, written academic submission that is under 5,000 words in length (including citations), it may be considered for standalone publication in Kalo.
    3. Content should be engaging and accessible to a broader audience.
    4. Text-based submissions should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font, with left-justified text in one column on 8.5" by 11" pages, with 1" margins on all sides.
    5. All pages should be numbered in a header located in the upper right corner.

  • For general interest essay submissions:

    1. Content should not exceed 5,000 words in length.
    2. Text-based submissions should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font, with left-justified text in one column on 8.5" by 11" pages, with 1" margins on all sides.
    3. All pages should be numbered in a header located in the upper right corner.
    4. Content should be engaging and accessible to a broader audience.
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  • Author Affirmation

  • Affirmation of Originality and Integrity

    As an author, I affirm that this submission is an original work and that it is not published or submitted in part or in whole to another journal or publication. I have made every effort to properly acknowledge and cite the work of others which I have relied upon in the composition of this submission.

    Review and Revision Process

    As an author, I understand that if my submission is accepted for review, it will be evaluated by the Kalo editorial team. I agree to work with the Kalo Editor to revise my work for publication.

    Audiovisual Permissions

    If my submission includes images, video, or other forms of artwork, I confirm that I have the necessary rights or permissions to use those pieces. I understand that it is my responsibility to secure any necessary permissions before including any kind of audiovisual work in my submission.

    Creative Commons Copyright

    As an author, I agree to allow Alpha Chi to publish my finalized work under the Creative Commons Copyright Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license. I understand that this allows others to use my work to advance their own projects as long as I am given attribution. Copies of my work can be used for education, research, and non-commercial purposes without my consent.

    Author’s Signature(s)

    All authors on a work must agree to the paragraphs above before a work will be reviewed. Each author must agree to publish the revised work.

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