FAQ

Q: How do I join Alte?

A: Send a paragraph (200 words or less) on polar bears to alte.sententiam@gmail.com with the subject heading “Application”. Be sure to include your full HOL name.

Q: What's with the polar bears?

A: Chloe likes them. And it makes sure you really want to join Alte.

Q: Can I be an editor?

A: Positions for anything other than writers (editors, webmasters, etc.) will be announced in the Alte forum when there are openings and we’ll tell you how to apply there.

Q: What if I want to write for Alte, but I'm not sure I'll have the time?

A: That's why we have guest writer positions. Just send us your articles whenever you have them done, no application or anything. They have to be approved just like staff writer articles, though, so be sure to check with Chloe or Cassie.

Q: What should I write about?

A: Anything you like. Whatever interests you at the moment. Something you’ve always wondered about. A subject you’re studying in school. Anything goes, as long as it’s HOL appropriate. If you’re stuck for ideas, talk to one of the editors. We can help you get ideas.

Q: Does my topic need to be approved?

A: Yup. Send your topic to either Chloe or Cassie for approval before you write it. You can PM or email us.

Q. How long does my article need to be?

A: As long as you need it to be. Seriously. It can be anywhere from a paragraph or two to several pages. Keep in mind how much you need to write to cover the subject, and how much people really want to read. If you’re looking at an epic, that’s great, talk to us about turning it into a series.

Q: When do I need to have my article in?

A: Well we’d like staff writers to have an article in for every publication, but we understand that real life happens, and if it’s not in on time, that’s ok, we can put it in the next one.

Q: Where do I submit my article?

A: Send your article to alte.sententiam@gmail.com. Be sure to include the title in the email, and your full HOL name, so we know who to credit. Don’t forget to include your references.

Q: What kind of references should I use/include?

A: You can use the internet, your local library, encyclopedias, whatever. Just be sure to include links to any sites you used, or the titles and authors of any books.

Q: How often is Alte published?

A: Alte will be updated/published approximately every other month.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to email either Chloe Fairchilde or Cassandra Lobiesk at alte.sententiam@gmail.com.