Editorial Policies and Information

Name: Malamalama is the university's motto; the Hawaiian word literally means "the light of knowledge."

Mission: To enlighten readers about the ways people and programs on 10 UH campuses create and share knowledge with the people of Hawai‘i and the world.

Audience: 170,000 UH alumni and donors. Tax-deductible voluntary subscriptions are accepted (suggested donation, $10) and e-mail notice subscriptions are available.

Schedule: Three times a year, distributed in January, May and September

Published by: External Affairs and University Relations at the University of Hawai‘i System. Contact the editor at ur@hawaii.edu or meet the staff.

Freelancing: Malamalama purchases articles and artwork on an assigned basis. If you are interested in writing or providing artwork, please submit your resume, samples of your work and a list of references to the editor. Article ideas are welcome; only articles about UH programs, staff or alumni will be considered.

Editorial Standards: The Statement of Standards for University and College Periodicals was unanimously passed by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education Editors' Forum on March 2003. Read the statement.

Advertising: Malamalama accepts advertising permitted under non-profit mailing guidelines and in keeping with the nature and audience of the magazine. Advertising information.

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Statement of Standards for University and College Periodicals

CASE Editor’s Forum, March 2003

The university magazine is essential to the prosperity of its institution. By documenting its vigorous culture on campus and off, the periodical engages its readers, alumni, parents, members of the local community, faculty and staff-both intellectually and emotionally, nurturing a relationship that leads to participation in the life of the institution and continued financial support.

The periodical serves its institution best when it practices what a college or university exemplifies: unfettered inquiry, judicious skepticism, and the free presentation of contending ideas. To do so respects the intelligence of a sophisticated, well-educated audience and the principle that honesty is the base on which meaningful bonds are built. Editors and writers are trained professionals who best serve their institutions when accorded the respect and freedom essential to doing their jobs.

Editors and writers will strive:

To advance the well-being of their institutions
To reflect and convey the fundamental principles of the institutions they represent
To report on their institutions with candor and impartiality
To achieve the highest journalistic and literary quality in their publications’ contents
To maintain scrupulous standards of accuracy, fairness, editorial integrity, civility and respect for diverse viewpoints
To work independently within agreed-upon frameworks of authority and responsibility
To observe standards of taste and sensitivity
To address inaccuracies or misunderstandings in a professional and expeditious manner
To welcome ideas and criticism from readers and campus colleagues through open and professional communications

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