Slow Scholarship:
A More Humanizing (Academic) World
by Yecid Ortega PhD
In this first issue of ARTEM Zine, Yecid Ortega critiques the fast-paced, neoliberal pressures of academia that prioritize quantity over quality in research output. Ortega argues that the relentless "publish or perish" culture fosters stress, mental health issues, and a decline in scientific integrity, particularly affecting scholars from the Global South. As an alternative, Ortega introduces the concept of Slow Scholarship, a ritualistic practice that emphasizes intentionality, reflection, and meaningful engagement with research. This approach advocates for fewer fast-paced publications, prioritizing depth over speed, and fostering genuine connections with research participants and communities. Ortega outlines practical stages for implementing Slow Scholarship, including intentionality, community collaboration, and strategic dissemination through alternative platforms like fanzines, poetry, and social media. Ultimately, Ortega calls for a transformative shift in academia, urging stakeholders to prioritize accessibility, equity, and human-centred scholarship over profit-driven, elitist practices. This academic zine document invites scholars to rethink their academic rituals and contribute to a more inclusive, purposeful, and impactful scholarly world.
Keywords
academia, publications, qualitative research, slow
scholarship, zines
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