Q. Who can submit work to Splice?
Any current or past student of The University of Tampa can submit work. Potential guest contributors are also welcomed to inquire.

 

Q. What kinds of submissions does Splice accept?
Any creative or scholarly work relating to communication, arts and culture can be submitted. All submissions must be in electronic format. Examples of media forms include: original papers, videos, reviews, photos, music, blogs, web sites, artwork, music, performances, graphics, scripts, creative writing, journalism, advertising, public relations work, portfolios, Powerpoints, Prezis, and other.

 

Q. How can I submit my work?

1) ​Fill out the online submission form, and 2) submit your work. Email splicejournal@ut.edu to submit attachments or links to web sites, Vimeo, YouTube, etc. Or, give an electronic file to a full-time U.T. faculty member (e.g., through email, Blackboard, Dropbox, DVD, CD-ROM, etc.). See submission requirements.

 

Q. Is there a deadline?

No. The journal accepts rolling submissions and posts new work continually. Submit any time.

 

Q. How much material can I submit?

You can make as many submissions as you like. If you have separate submissions that are unrelated to each other, you will need a separate submission form for each work. Or, if you have several items in a series with the same credits, you can fill out one submission form. For example, four photos authored solely by you would require one form.

Q. What caliber of work will Splice publish? 
Splice seeks outstanding student work that has already been revised/edited based on faculty feedback in class. Feel free to seek mentorship from a faculty member for continued revision prior to submission. All work should be error-free and strong in content.

Q. Will I still own the rights to my work?
Yes. Even if Splice publishes your work, you will retain the rights to use and republish it in the future as you like.

Q. What if other people's work is included in my submission?
Submissions must be original works of authorship. If you are incorporating images or other work that originated with other authors, you are responsible for getting permission to use the work, unless it is in public domain or engages fair use. Splice will not knowingly publish any work that infringes on copyright. 

 

Q. What happens after I submit my work?

A lead editor receives your work and determines whether it is developed enough to be considered for publication. If it is, then the editorial team will review your work and either recommend publication or make suggestions for revisions/editing.

 

Q. Can I become a reviewer?

If you are interested in becoming a student or faculty reviewer for Splice, feel free to email splicejournal@ut.edu.

Q. Could someone steal my work online?
Like other publications, Splice is dated evidence of your original work of authorship (assuming the work is indeed yours). You can also register your copyright with the Library of Congress. Does that mean someone couldn't try to copy it? No, but you will have evidence that you published it first.