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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 18h

We had a great conversation during our GW Ethics in Publishing Conference satellite webinar, where we explored practical strategies for embedding accessibility into journal workflows and partnering with vendors toward “accessible by design” publishing. Missed it? Watch it on-demand: buff.ly/JKUx4tz

This image shows the webinar title, “Keeping up with accessibility standards: strategies for small & mid-sized journal publishers,” free webinar, and the Scholastica and GWU College of Professional Studies logos on a light grey background. Below that are images of the webinar speakers on a navy blue background with a gold line above. Speakers from left to right: Damita Snow, Director of Accessibility and DEI Strategy, Publications & Standards, ASCE; Michelle Piehl, GWU MPS in Publishing Adjunct Professor, 508 Institute Instructor; and William Horne, Product Designer and Accessibility Lead, Scholastica.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

In our latest blog refresh, we recap Scholastica’s webinar with Samast AI on leveraging AI tools to support day-to-day journal operations. The speakers explored low-risk opportunities to incorporate AI into your publishing workflows. Read it here: buff.ly/ycwVay8

Scholastica on-demand webinar graphic: “Building Capacity with AI Tools You Already Have.” A suited presenter taps a glowing AI head on a tablet.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Did you know that Scholastica makes manuscript decision-making easier for journals?📝 Learn how we help editors collaborate on decisions, gather internal recommendations, and keep decision drafts moving all in one place: buff.ly/qNBZvj9

Blue Scholastica graphic with a laptop displaying a manuscript-decision interface; text reads, "Features to streamline manuscript decision-making processes."

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

What drew you to scholarly publishing? In our latest blog, Scholastica's new Marketing Communications Specialist, Myranda, shares her journey from studying publishing to joining our team and the experiences that shaped her interest in communication. Read it here: buff.ly/6en0jXb

Promotional graphic for Scholastica's blog: a purple panel reads “New Beginnings, My Journey to Scholarly Publishing and Scholastica,” with hands typing on a laptop beside it.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

✨ User spotlight! @libsaracco.bsky.social reviewed how Scholastica's Production Service helped @cooperrowanmedj.bsky.social streamline publishing and expand indexing opportunities. We love the "workhorse" for small teams framing — that's our aim! buff.ly/ZNIi6sT

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

To provide nonprofits with coordinated publishing technology and workflow support, The Scholarly Publishing Collective (out of @dukepress.bsky.social), Westchester Publishing Services, and Scholastica have launched Allied Journal Publishing Solutions. Learn more during our webinar: buff.ly/dsBN4bR

This image shows the webinar title, “Intro to Allied Journal Publishing Solutions and Advice for Publishing In-House,” event date, September 29th at 10 AM ET / 2 PM UTC; and Scholastica and ALPSP logos on a light grey background. Beside that are images of the webinar speakers on a dark green background with a lighter green wave below. Speakers from left to right: Tyler Carey, CRO, Westchester Publishing Services; Raymond Lambert, Publishing Services Manager, Duke University Press; Brian Cody, CEO and Co-Founder, Scholastica; Danielle Tillmann, Head of Marketing, Scholastica.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We had an informative discussion about ways to implement everyday AI tools in your publishing workflows to save time during our @peerreviewweek.bsky.social webinar with Samast AI. Missed the webinar? No problem! You can watch it on demand: buff.ly/35k5l8V.

This image shows the webinar title, “Building capacity with AI tools you already have: practical applications for scholarly publishing,” free webinar; and Scholastica and Samast AI logos on a white background. Beside that are images of the webinar speakers on a black background. Speakers from left to right: David Allen, Senior Partner, A&M Editorial Solutions; Chhavi Chauhan, CEO & Founder, Samast AI; Brian Cody, CEO and Co-Founder, Scholastica; David Haber, Publishing Ops Director, American Society for Microbiology.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

👀Are you looking for ways to better integrate accessibility into your publishing workflow? There's still time to register for our GW Ethics in Publishing Conference satellite webinar on 9/23 at 11 AM ET. Learn more & register: buff.ly/yA7cpVM

This image shows the webinar title, “Keeping up with accessibility standards: strategies for small & mid-sized journal publishers,” the event date, September 23rd at 11 AM ET / 3 PM UTC, and the Scholastica and GWU College of Professional Studies logos on a light grey background. Below that are images of the webinar speakers on a navy blue background with a gold line above. Speakers from left to right: Damita Snow, Director of Accessibility and DEI Strategy, Publications & Standards, ASCE; Michelle Piehl, GWU MPS in Publishing Adjunct Professor, 508 Institute Instructor; and William Horne, Product Designer and Accessibility Lead, Scholastica.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Ahead of our upcoming webinar, we share some background on how the new alliance between The Scholarly Publishing Collective (out of @dukepress.bsky.social), Westchester Publishing Services, and Scholastica began: buff.ly/7TKyTlD 🗓️ When: September 29 at 10 AM ET / 2 PM UTC 🔗Register: buff.ly/dsBN4bR

Scholastica webinar graphic: purple panel announces opportunities for independent society publishers beside a puzzle-piece lightbulb and two figures.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🎊 Scholastica user spotlight: We welcome The Chemical Educator to the Scholastica community (now using our peer-review system)! The journal is published by @ucpress.bsky.social and led by Editor-in-Chief Eugene T. Smith. Learn more: buff.ly/sfRwkRM

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

When is editorial management software necessary for scholarly journals? In general, once you start receiving 25 or more submissions per year. Here's why and tips for determining if you're ready for a dedicated submission and peer review system: buff.ly/7Js6qJ5

Purple Scholastica graphic asks, “Time for a new editorial management system?” Three colleagues meet at a table in a bright, plant-filled office.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

👀 Are you seeking low-risk ways to use AI to save time in your publishing workflows? There's still time to join Scholastica & Samast AI for a @peerreviewweek.bsky.social webinar, "Building capacity with AI tools you already have," on 9/16 at 10:30 AM ET. Learn more & register: buff.ly/E1AXd7O

Scholastica and SAU webinar flyer: “Building capacity with AI tools you already have” for scholarly publishing, Sept. 16, 10:30 AM ET.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

How can scholarly publishers keep pace with evolving accessibility standards? Join us for a GW Ethics in Publishing Conference satellite webinar on integrating accessibility into journal workflows and collaborating with vendors toward “accessible by design” publishing. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/3cJ5G0H

Webinar graphic on accessibility for small and mid-sized journal publishers, featuring three speakers and Scholastica and GWU branding.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The Scholarly Publishing Collective (out of @dukepress.bsky.social), Westchester Publishing Services, and Scholastica have launched Allied Journal Publishing Solutions to provide nonprofits with coordinated technology and workflow support. Learn more during our upcoming webinar: buff.ly/aQpnVZW

Scholastica webinar graphic: “Intro to Allied Journal Publishing Solutions & Advice for Publishing In-House,” with four speaker portraits.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

At Scholastica, we approach product development by starting with the question: How can we offer the best user experience possible? Learn how we revamped our manuscripts table to support more powerful filtering and saved views, all in an intuitive interface: buff.ly/mOLq3cU #ScholarlyPublishing

Scholastica testimonial slide featuring a quote on future-focused software design, attributed to Lead UX Designer and Co-Founder of Scholastica, Rob Walsh, beside his portrait.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Scholastica's CEO and Co-Founder, Brian Cody, shared tips for incorporating AI into workflows during one of our recent water cooler chats. If you're seeking ways to save time using available AI tools like GPT and Claude, join our @peerreviewweek.bsky.social webinar: buff.ly/3XBQvUr

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Next in the @defendresearch.bsky.social webinar series: Rob Johnson @researchconsulting.bsky.social will discuss a study mapping the impacts of US federal policy on public health research. 🗓️ Sept 15 at 11 am ET Register: buff.ly/ZZ5pRls Scholastica is proud to support #DefendResearch events.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This Friday, we're flashing back to a still super-timely blog post on writing constructive rejection letters. 💌 Check out our interview with Anita Harris, ME of SubStance: A Review of Theory & Literary Criticism @hopkinspress.bsky.social: buff.ly/I0dVChi Do you have tips to add? #PeerReview

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🔑 The struggle is real when it comes to remembering login credentials. That's where single sign-on options come in handy. We now support ORCID SSO across Scholastica products, so users have one less password to remember! Learn more: buff.ly/bGAEDtg

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The EAA and forthcoming updates to ADA Title II regulations are bringing accessibility improvements to the forefront of scholarly publishing plans. How can you ensure your journals meet current standards? We have an upcoming webinar to help! 🧵👇

The top of the image features the webinar title, "Keeping up with accessibility standards: strategies for small & mid-sized journal publishers," and the Scholastica and GW College of Professional Studies logos.

Below that are images of the webinar speakers with their names and titles. Speakers from left to right: Damita Snow, Director of Accessibility & DEI Publications & Strategy, ASCE; Michelle Piehl, GWU MPS in Publishing Adjunct Professor, 508 Institute Instructor; William Horne, Product Designer & Accessibility Lead, Scholastica.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

🙌 Expanding self-serve configuration options is one of the many ways we're working to set journal programs of any size up for success with Scholastica. Learn about our latest Peer Review System configs and user experience improvements (because we're obsessed with UX): buff.ly/4lhrWrV

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How we're improving configurations to help users help themselves and new options

Expanding self-serve configuration options is one of the many ways we're working to set journal programs of any size up for success with Scholastica. Learn more in this blog post.

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🎊 Scholastica user spotlight: We welcome Applied Economics Education & Extension to the Scholastica community (now using our peer-review system, production service, and OA hosting platform)! The journal is published by @aaea-economics.bsky.social. Learn more: buff.ly/2NRvR7B

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

How can society publishers help up-and-coming scholars gain publishing experience? In this #ScholasticaCommunityConvo, Mary K. Billingsley, Dir. of Scientific Publishing at @aacap.bsky.social, discusses the innovative approach @jaacapjournals.bsky.social is taking. buff.ly/BHkNm2d

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Are you developing or growing an independent society journals program? We invite you to join us for "Intro to Allied Journal Publishing Solutions and Advice for Publishing In-House," a free virtual @alpsp.bsky.social conference session. 🧵 👇

This image shows the webinar title, “Intro to Allied Journal Publishing Solutions and Advice for Publishing In-House,” and the event date, September 29th at 10 AM ET / 2 PM UTC. It also includes images of the webinar speakers. Speakers from left to right: Tyler Carey, CRO, Westchester Publishing Services; Raymond Lambert, Publishing Services Manager, Duke University Press; Brian Cody, CEO and Co-Founder, Scholastica; Danielle Tillmann, Head of Marketing, Scholastica

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Considering implementing manuscript transfers for your journal portfolio? Or looking for ways to optimize your existing transfer workflows? This is your go-to guide: buff.ly/LPTfL3A #ScholarlyPublishing

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Did you know Scholastica's OA Publishing Platform now integrates with Crossmark by @crossref.bsky.social? Learn more: buff.ly/18qnAE7 Here's a quick overview of the benefits. 👇 #SciencePublishing #ResearchIntegrity

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🚨 Webinar alert! Join Scholastica & Samast AI for a free @peerreviewweek.bsky.social event, "Building capacity with AI tools you already have: practical applications for scholarly publishing." 📅 September 16th at 10:30 AM ET Registrants will also get the recording! Learn more: buff.ly/E1AXd7O

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Is your editorial board struggling to find peer reviewers? We cover tips to help in this blog post: buff.ly/0azvEuR

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Scholastica is proud to support the @defendresearch.bsky.social webinar series. Learn about their next event below. ⬇️ #DefendResearch #AcademicSky

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

For peer review to run smoothly, you need authors to get your journal's submission criteria right the first time around. Not after a series of follow-ups! Having a comprehensive and easy-to-use submission form is key. 🙌 Learn how to customize Scholastica's submission form here: buff.ly/oVCkXtQ

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Over the years, Scholastica and Technica have helped hundreds of journals optimize their publishing workflows. In this on-demand webinar, we cover tips to: ✅ Streamline production handoffs ✅ Leverage automation to eliminate manual work ✅ Speed up copyediting/proofing Register: buff.ly/HskjUbc

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🔓 Are you working with a scholarly society or institute to launch an OA journal in-house? We have a guide to help: buff.ly/RxxPfSg #openaccess #openscience

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

📢 For everyone who submitted comments on the proposed OMB grant regulations, the Senate's action to temporarily block implementation is an encouraging development. Of course, the conversation isn't over. The chefs @scholarlykitchen.bsky.social weigh in: buff.ly/1ILu7Wf #DefendResearch #Scholcomm

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Ask the Community: What’s Next for the OMB Rule Change? - The Scholarly Kitchen

Today, we asked the community: What key message(s) do you want policymakers to take from the responses submitted to the OMB?

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

🎊 Scholastica user spotlight: We welcome the International Bulletin of Mission Research to the Scholastica community (now using our peer-review system)! The journal will be published by @pennpress.bsky.social starting in 2027. Learn more: buff.ly/i8TTIms

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Looking to add a scholarly journal to PubMed Central but unsure of where to start? Here's an overview of how to successfully apply for PMC indexing (plus a Scholastica webinar walking through the process that's now available to watch on demand!): buff.ly/Q0gI7EP #ScholarlyPublishing #SciPub

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Do you have a transition plan in place for your academic journal editors? In a new Scholastica blog post guide, we explain why it's essential, what to cover, and how managing editors can be key facilitators of smooth transition processes. buff.ly/GjLZbBw #ScholarlyPublishing #AcademicSky

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

In our latest #ScholasticaCommunityConvo, Anna Wetterberg, Director of RTI Press, discusses how the Press works with @rti.bsky.social to help researchers reach wider audiences. She also shares inspo for publishers looking to expand their public engagement efforts. Read it here: buff.ly/1IA84vS

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Thinking about migrating one or more journals to Scholastica's Peer Review System? 👉 Here's a guide to the process, with our latest features to help you streamline editorial workflows and production handoffs: buff.ly/GtXQs6o If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Attending the ISMTE Conference this week? We invite you to stop by Scholastica's virtual booth to say hello and learn more about our latest product updates! #ISMTENA2026 #ScholarlyPublishing

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🤔 Survey check-in: What is your team's #1 goal for your journal technology stack? Last year, Scholastica and Maverick Publishing Consultants surveyed small and mid-sized journal publishers about their tech needs. Now that we're halfway through 2026, we're revisiting some of the findings 🧵 👇

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Need an easier way to keep track of which manuscripts need reviewer invites? 💡 User tip: In addition to automating invitation/assignment reminders, you can configure Scholastica's Peer Review System to auto revoke reviewer invites or assignments that go unanswered past deadline. buff.ly/IKUlagJ

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

As scholars increasingly turn to AI as a writing aid, many journals are seeing increases in submissions. 📈 For most, it's a mix of quality AI-assisted content and, well, slop…

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🔑 The struggle is real when it comes to remembering login credentials. That's where single sign-on options come in handy. Did you know we now support @orcid.org SSO across Scholastica products? So users have one less password to remember! Learn more: buff.ly/08F37kw

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Are you tracking altmetrics for your journals or considering it? We explored the latest ways to leverage @altmetric.com data during a recent webinar featuring @kowb.bsky.social, Director of Scientometric Researcher Engagement at @digital-science.com. Catch the recording: buff.ly/6aZwJfp

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🤔 Survey check-in: How has your use of AI changed since last year? In 2025, Scholastica and Maverick Publishing Consultants surveyed small and mid-sized journal publishers about their tech needs and challenges. Now that we're halfway through 2026, we're revisiting some of the findings. 🧵👇

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

⛵The team that sails together stays together! This week, Scholastica's remote team met up for our annual in-person planning meeting. There's nothing like connecting IRL to energize everyone as we continue our mission to support the needs of mission-driven publishers. Cheers to another great year!

A picture of members of the Scholastica team on a boat ride on Lake Michigan. We were lucky to get a beautiful sunny day!

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

📊 Survey says! Last year, Scholastica and Maverick Publishing Consultants surveyed small and mid-sized journal publishers about their tech needs and concerns. Now, halfway through 2026, we're revisiting the findings and starting conversations around them. 👇 🧵

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Scholastica @scholasticahq.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🎊 Scholastica user spotlight: We welcome the Journal of Communication Technology, published by @aejmc.bsky.social's CTEC Division, to the Scholastica community (now using our OA hosting platform)! Learn more: buff.ly/zGeKKUd

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