Aisthesis Journal, Duluth, MN (2026)

Aisthesis is an online periodical published annually by the University Honors Program at the University of Minnesota Duluth that continues the tradition of the printed journal Aisthesis started in 2008. Aisthesis invites submissions in all academic disciplines of research, nonfiction, fiction, poetry, visual art, photography, etc. from any undergraduate student working in a university honors program. Works that stretch or cross genre- or discipline-boundaries are welcome. Submissions and questions should be sent to [email protected]. Approved submissions will be published in Aisthesis. Submissions Accepted Until March 15th, 2017

Authors/creators must be undergraduate honors students enrolled in a university-level honors program/college. Work submitted by recent honors alumni will also be considered. Written work should not exceed 5000 words. Text files in Word or plain-text format are preferred. Multimedia submissions should be in the format of .avi, .jpg .mp4, .mov, .mp3, .png, .ra, .ram, .rm, .tiff, .wav, .wma, or .wmv. Submissions will be reviewed by a student and faculty editorial committee. Please include your contact information along with the name of the director of your honors program with your submission. Authors will retain the copyright to their original works.

05/07/2026

Meet the authors behind our incredible published submissions from last year's Aisthesis Volume!

Mallory Heinzerling is a recent graduate from the University of Minnesota Duluth with cm laude honors. She obtained a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science with a minor in public health. Mallory spent time working with the athletics department at UMD through her internship. She has also presented her academic work at the Northland American College of Sports Medicine Conference. Mallory will be attending Northern Arizona University to further her education and obtain a Master of Science in Athletic Training. She plans to further her research in graduate school and her career to help address the issues presented in her paper.

05/05/2026

Meet the authors behind our incredible published submissions from last year's Aisthesis Volume!

Rachel Ledoux is a !rst-year honors student at Simmons University, where she is double majoring in political science and economics within an accelerated public policy graduate program. She is also pursuing minors in international relations, public policy, and law & justice. Rachel serves as co-President of Simmons Democracy Matters and Op-Ed Editor for the Simmons Voice, in addition to her work within the honors program. She has a passion for education policy and plans to pursue a career in the non-pro!t sphere a graduation. In her free time, Rachel enjoys reading, thri , and musical theatre.

04/30/2026

Meet the authors behind our incredible published submissions from last year's Aisthesis Volume!

Ansel Smith (he/him) is a senior at the University of Alabama earning his master’s and bachelor’s in mathematics with minors in Chinese, computer science, and the liberal arts as a Blount Scholar. Ansel is a founding member of the award-winning Red Rook Press, performs research in ornithology and early school history as an Emerging Scholar, and has served as a representative of the Honors College Assembly. He has spent a semester abroad in "ailand and will study math in Hungary in Summer 2025. Upon completion of his undergraduate coursework, Ansel hopes to pursue his interdisciplinary interests with further graduate studies

"I am incredibly grateful for the chance to highlight my work with Aisthesis, and would highly recommend any undergraduates seeking publication to consider the journal! Communication with Aisthesis representatives is always informative and timely, and the editing process was a breeze. Thank you for helping me get my research out there!"

04/28/2026

Meet the authors behind our incredible published submissions from last year's Aisthesis Volume!

Samantha Laurin is a senior honors student at the University of San Diego, pursuing a B.A. in psychology with minors in marketing and communication. On campus, Samantha researches spatial and cognitive awareness and serves as the president of Intervarsity Christian Ministries and scholarship director of Panhellenic. She is a part of two national honors societies, Mortar Board and Psi Chi, and is a captain of the honors club. She is furthering her education with a Masters of Arts in Clinical Counseling at Point Loma Nazarene University, hoping to help those struggling with mental health.

04/23/2026

Meet the authors behind our incredible published submissions from last year's Aisthesis Volume!

Natalia Turkiewicz graduated cm laude from SUNY New Paltz with a B.S. in psychobiology and a minor in evolutionary studies. An Honors College member and mentor, she served as Treasurer of the Biology Club and engaged in academic research via a social perception lab focused on morality, development, and cross-cultural research. In addition to her academic pursuits, Natalia is a Certi!ed Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) on the road to becoming a licensed EMT. Natalia has aspirations of becoming a neurosurgeon and is currently in her gap year applying to medical school. Currently, Natalia works as a medical assistant at a cardiology practice while also preparing case reports for publication. Driven by a passion for medicine, research, and community service, Natalia is committed to making a lasting impact in healthcare through compassion, innovation, and dedication.

"To anyone who’s been discouraged or told they’re not “cut out” for the medical field, research, or science as a whole—don’t give up. My path to medicine has been far from traditional, and at times incredibly difficult. I’ve had plenty of people doubt me along the way but through my experiences, I’ve learned that determination, persistence, curiosity, and a true passion for helping others can take you much further than talent alone."

04/21/2026

Meet the authors behind our incredible published submissions from last year's Aisthesis Volume!

Rachael Jenness is a recent graduate of Gonzaga University. She earned her B.A. in international studies and criminology, with a minor in Spanish and concentrations in international political economy and the European region. In her time at Gonzaga, she was an active participant on the Honors Council, studied abroad in Madrid, Spain, and competed in mock trial. She plans to attend law school next fall to pursue a J.D. in international law. In her free time, Rachael enjoys creating poetry out of fridge magnets, reading, and eating various types of potatoes

"I would like to thank Dr. O’Connor at the GU History department for encouraging me to submit my work for publication, and all of the people who read and reread my article to make it into the polished final draft. "

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