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HPU Humanities Guide

Anthropology, Classical Studies, English & Literature, Geography, Philosophy, & Religion

Academic Journals

Are publication where experts and researchers in a specific discipline publish scholarly articles. Scholarly articles are usually based on original research, reviews of current research, or theoretical discussion. Academic journals are valuable resource because they:

  • Keep you up to date with current trends and discoveries on your discipline.
  • Help you understand complex topics and connects you with other works in their references. 
  • Most have a peer-reviewed process vetting the information by other experts.
  • Improve the quality of your academic work.
  • Great sources to consider for publishing your scholarly work.