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Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness

Welcome to the Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness (JKW) documentation site. This resource provides detailed information about submission guidelines, manuscript formatting, and the review process for authors interested in publishing with JKW.

About JKW

The Journal of Kinesiology and Wellness (JKW) is the official publication of the Western Society for Kinesiology and Wellness (WSKW). The JKW accepts submissions on a rolling basis. As an online journal, the JKW publishes papers after they are accepted rather than waiting for a full volume to be completed before publishing. Full volumes are compiled and published once a year in January.

Types of Publications

The JKW publishes several types of scholarly works:

  • Article Manuscripts - Scholarly papers based on original research (experimental, qualitative, descriptive, and historical)
  • Article Manuscripts (Student Scholarship) - Reserved for student-led scholarly papers based on original research
  • John Massengale Papers - Invitation-only papers that reflect Dr. Massengale's outstanding contributions to the WSKW organization
  • WSKW Chronicles - Conference materials and proceedings

Getting Started

To get started with your submission:

  1. Review the Submission Guidelines for detailed information on formatting and requirements
  2. Prepare your manuscript according to the current APA style guidelines
  3. Ensure all required components (cover page, abstract, etc.) are included
  4. Submit your manuscript through the official submission process

Key Deadlines

  • Rolling submissions: Manuscripts are accepted year-round
  • John Massengale Paper nominations: February 28th
  • Annual volume publication: January

Questions?

If you have questions about the submission process or requirements, please contact:

Ovande Furtado, Jr., Ph.D. | JKW Editor-in-Chief
California State University, Northridge
ovandef@csun.edu