Philosophy Undergraduate Journal

We are a student-run philosophy journal at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Spring of 2025 we published our eighth edition of Epistemai, an Undergraduate Philosophy Journal with a focus on short, original, philosophical work done by undergraduates from universities across the country, and internationally.

If you are interested in learning more about our journal, what we do, and how to join our staff, fill out this form and one of our staffers will reach out to you! We look forward to hearing from you!

Check out the eighth issue of Epistemai, Vol VIII.

Our vision for Epistemai is to provide opportunities for undergraduate students to gain deep experience with academic and public philosophy through practice.

One goal of Epistemai is to provide a forum for undergraduate philosophy students to have their papers critically reviewed, edited, and published, and to publish quality works of philosophy that can be read and considered by our peers.

Additionally, it is our goal to offer undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota the opportunity to gain experience in the academic peer review process and develop skills in editing, critical analysis, organization, and writing. We endeavor to create an inclusive and welcoming space that fosters intellectual and philosophical diversity and allows undergraduate philosophy students to lead, connect, and collaborate with peers on philosophical projects.

This year, we will be implementing a rolling-acceptance based model for submissions. This means that earlier submissions will receive priority in consideration, with the first formal deadline on January 1st, 2026, and a second and final deadline on February 15th, 2026. Submissions received prior to the first deadline will also be considered for our 2026 undergraduate conference, which will be held in mid-to-late spring. We currently plan to accept five papers for the conference and eight for publication in total.

Criteria for Papers:

Must be written by an undergraduate.

Original and concise philosophical work with a length between 3000 and 6000 words (12 to 24 pages).

Include a 100–200 word abstract summarizing your paper and page numbers.

Chicago style citations are preferred for submissions, and will be required for publishing.

Cannot be published elsewhere.

Submission Process:

Submit your paper electronically by February 15th, 2026 by uploading a .docx or .docs file (must be editable)  via this form, or by email to [email protected]. Submissions from those who would like to participate in the conference or are seeking priority consideration are due on January 1st, 2026.

Include a cover page with the following personal information (do not include a name or any personal information elsewhere in the paper): your name, your email, and your undergraduate institution name. 

All papers will undergo a blind peer review.

Papers will be selected by early spring. You will be notified as to our decision at that time.


Questions? Contact us!