About Inter-Section
Inter-Section is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal focusing on contributions from young archaeological researchers at Leiden University. The journal aims to stimulate both undergraduate and graduate students to take an additional step in their academic development by publishing their individual research. Inter-Section strives to be an accessible platform for young researchers and emphasises career advancement and training for student-authors, by providing support along every step of the publishing process. The Editorial Board of Inter-Section consists of archaeology students and PhD candidates from the Faculty of Archaeology, Leiden University.
Inter-Section provides a platform for student-led research at the Faculty of Archaeology, Leiden University. The journal resulted from discussions raised during the two-day symposium ‘Archaeology in Transition’, celebrating the opening of the Van Steenis Building in September 2014.
A group of internationally renowned speakers sought the reasons behind low publishing rates among students conducting research during their studies, even as expectations to publish continue to rise after graduation. Citing common reasons for their reluctance, students proclaimed insecurity over the relevance of their work for the broader archaeological field, as well as unfamiliarity with the publication process. The need became apparent for a dedicated journal to promote and stimulate publication of undergraduate and graduate student research.
Editorial Board
The Editorial Board is composed of Leiden University archaeology students. Our main goal is to stimulate both undergraduate and graduate students to take an additional step in their academic development by publishing their individual research. The Editorial Board assesses the quality of all publications through the set-up of the submission process which manages contacts between authors, the Advisory Committee, and external peer-reviewers.
The Editorial Board is always open to suggestions for further improvement. We can be contacted by email (editorialboard@inter-section.nl) or in person at the Faculty.
Advisory Committee
The Advisory Committee is composed of academic staff from the Faculty of Archaeology, Leiden University. This rich body of scientific expertise provides each author with an appropriate external reviewer.
Dr. A. (Alex) Geurds
Associate Professor in Middle and South American Archaeology
Dr. T. (Tuna) Kalayci
Assistant Professor in Digital Archaeology
Dr. M. (Maikel) Kuijpers
Assistant Professor in European Prehistory
Dr. K. (Karsten) Lambers
Associate Professor in Digital Archaeology
Dr. L.B. (Bouke) van der Meer
Associate Professor in Classical Archaeology
Dr. S.A. (Sarah) Schrader
Assistant Professor in Osteoarchaeology
