Academic Contributor Policy

Thank you for considering a contribution to Whizstorm, Inc.'s blog. As a U.S.-based International Education Company, our platform is dedicated to assisting students worldwide in their journey towards global education. This specific policy is tailored for Students, Researchers, Professors, and Academic Professionals who are affiliated with educational institutions both domestically and internationally. Our goal is to publish content that aids students in making informed decisions about their international educational experience and career development.

Eligibility for Complementary Contributions

To stimulate genuine and invaluable academic participation, Whizstorm will NOT charge for submissions made through verified educational institutional email addresses. Contributions sent via non-institutional email addresses will be subject to the pricing according to our Sponsored Content Policy.

General Guidelines

• The submission must be unique, thoroughly researched, and not published elsewhere.
• Length: Preferred article length is 800-1,500 words.
• Tone: The tone should be educational and informative, consistent with Whizstorm's brand identity.
• Links: Up to two 'do-follow' external links are permissible per article, so long as they are pertinent and non-promotional.

Encouraged Topics

• Higher Education in the U.S.
• Scientific Research
• Application and Admission Tips for U.S. Institutions
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
• Business and Economics
• Healthcare and Medicine
• Arts and Humanities
• Any related topics for students

Acceptable and Unacceptable Content

What We Allow

• External Links: Maximum of two 'do-follow' external links that add value.
• Images and Media: Relevant, royalty-free images, graphs, or videos are encouraged.
• Quotes and Data: Must be properly cited and linked to the original source.
• Author Bio: A concise bio is encouraged, with one external link to the contributor’s academic or professional profile.

What We Do Not Allow

• Duplicate Content: All articles must be original.
• Promotional Content: No advertising of any product, service, or institution.
• Inappropriate Content: No hate speech, divisive topics, or misinformation.
• AI-Generated Content: See our AI-Generated Content Policy below.

How to Submit

1. Proposal: Email a concise topic proposal and outline to info@whizstorm.com, using your institution's email for complimentary contributions.
2. Review: A response will be issued within 7 business days by our editorial team.
3. Draft: Upon approval, write and finalize your article.
4. Submission: Send the completed draft in Google Doc or Word format to info@whizstorm.com.
5. Feedback: Necessary revisions will be communicated within 14 business days.
6. Publication: Once finalized, your article will be scheduled for publishing.

AI-Generated Content Policy

Whizstorm, Inc. holds the value of authentic human expertise and personal insights in high regard, especially when imparting educational advice and information. For this reason, we have a strict policy against accepting content generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) algorithms.

Anti-Plagiarism Policy

Whizstorm, Inc. maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism in any form. All submitted content must be the original work of the author, written specifically for our platform.

Disclaimer

Whizstorm, Inc. reserves the right to reject submissions that do not align with our policies and mission. Minor editorial changes may be made to fit our style guide.

Copyright Disclaimer

By submitting an article, contributors grant Whizstorm, Inc. a non-exclusive, perpetual license for distribution, reproduction, and public display. We reserve the right to remove infringing content. Please refer to our DMCA policy for content removal or copyright concerns.

For further questions or to submit your content proposal, please email us at info@whizstorm.com.