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Journal of Western Archives

Utah State University · United States · Est. 2014

eISSN2154-7149
✓ DOAJ✓ Open Access
52
/ 100
Established
PubScope credibility score from verifiable indexing & ethics signals
Score Breakdown
◆ DOAJ-listed52
Total52

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Western Archives is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the archival profession in the Western United States and Canada. It publishes scholarly articles, research notes, and book reviews on topics relevant to archival theory, practice, and history. The journal aims to foster dialogue and share knowledge among archivists, historians, librarians, and other information professionals.

General Information

Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published2014
FrequencyAnnual
StatusActive
Total Publications—
Publisher OrgUtah State University
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Submission Info

Peer ReviewAnonymous peer review
Review Time—
Acceptance Rate—
OA LicenseCC BY
OA Rate—

Ethics & Quality

COPE Member✗ No
OASPA Member✗ No
Not on Predatory Lists✓ Yes

Think.Check.Submit Compliance

8/12 · 67%
✅
Do you know the journal / publisher?
Utah State University
✅
Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
✅
Is the ISSN verified?
2154-7149
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Indexed in a trusted database?
DOAJ
✅
Peer review process documented?
Anonymous peer review
❌
Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
❌
APC fees clearly disclosed?
N/A
✅
Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
❌
Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
❌
Plagiarism detection in place?
N/A
✅
Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
✅
Primary language documented?
English

Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.

Subject Classification

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

Digital and Traditional Archives ManagementArchaeological Research and ProtectionMuseums and Cultural HeritageCultural Heritage Management and PreservationOral History, Memory, Narrative AnalysisLibrary Science and Information SystemsAgricultural Innovations and PracticesCopyright and Intellectual PropertyLatin American and Latino StudiesCuban History and Society

Frequently asked questions about Journal of Western Archives

Is Journal of Western Archives a predatory journal?

PubScope has no integrity flags on record for Journal of Western Archives: it is indexed in DOAJ, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list. Its PubScope Trust Score is 52/100. Indexing is a transparency signal, not a guarantee — always confirm fit and policies before submitting.

What is the impact factor of Journal of Western Archives?

Journal of Western Archives is not in the Web of Science Core Collection, so it has no official Clarivate Journal Impact Factor.

Is Journal of Western Archives indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?

Journal of Western Archives is indexed in DOAJ.

What is the aims and scope of Journal of Western Archives?

The Journal of Western Archives is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the archival profession in the Western United States and Canada. It publishes scholarly articles, research notes, and book reviews on topics relevant to archival theory, practice, and history. The journal aims to foster dialogue and share knowledge among archivists, historians, librarians, and other information professionals.

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