Author Testimonials

"I would say this is the most accessible TESOL magazine we have these days. It's super reader-friendly, and the content is up-to-date, research-informed, and practical! The editor, Robert Stroud, has made it really easy to publish with TUG—just use his templates!" - Gavin Bui (Published Author)

"The University Grapevine is a great way to feel connected to other teachers across the globe! I appreciate the 'for teachers, by teachers' approach focusing on real experience that can actually help out in the classroom. Sharing your thoughts and ideas is a great way to get connected to other like-minded educators, and TUG makes the process easy. If you've been considering submitting, don't hesitate - jump on in!" - Brent Warner (Published Author)

"The less stressing, fun way to share my research with others." - Maria Teresa Martinez Garcia (Published Author)

"This a very nice, highly readable and really informative newsletter!" - Jean-Marc Dewaele (Published Author)

"Beautifully laid out newsletter, seamless process of publication and really informative articles. Really enjoyed writing for this publication." - Alison Phipps (Published Author)

"The University Grapevine is a very practical outlet connecting research concepts to on-the-ground pedagogical practice. While focusing on higher education and based out of Asia, the points discussed are applicable across many primary and secondary education contexts globally." - Drew Fagan (Published Author)

"The presentation of all the articles is great and it is good to see the newsletter publicized, for example, through Facebook. It is very useful for practitioners to be able to be exposed to a range of ideas in an accessible way." - Martin East (Published Author)

"TUG is a short but powerful means of communicating directly to practicing teachers for their reflections on appropriate as the ideas relate to their particular context." - Thomas S C Farrell (Published Author)

"TUG has really useful articles on language teaching strategies making it a great resource for teachers. Also, if you have a teaching method you'd like share, Robert is incredibly supportive and will help you through the process to get your article published." - David Cunliffe (Published Author)

"Robert makes the process very straightforward. He gives timely feedback on ideas, and his '5 steps to publish' guide is very easy to work with. Before you know it, your first draft is ready to go! " - William Travers (Published Author)

"To be honest, I was recommended the newsletter by some colleagues. At first, I thought it was quite a light EFL newsletter, but after reading a few editions, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the contributions and insights offered. Robert was extremely supportive from day one, guiding me through the process and offering constructive feedback to ensure my article fitted the format and had specific value for the readers." - Gary Robert (Published Author)

"Publishing with TUG was a seamless experience! The newsletter itself is thoughtfully curated, making it a great platform for reaching engaged and interested readers. The support from the Dr. Stroud was fantastic; He were approachable, responsive, and made the publication process smooth and enjoyable. I felt well-guided through each step, with clear communication and helpful feedback that really refined my work. Seeing the final publication was truly gratifying, knowing that my ideas were reaching a broader academic audience. Overall, TUG offers a professional yet friendly environment that makes contributing both meaningful and motivating." - Priya Carol J (Published Author)

"I found the newsletter in general, both the concept and content, to be very inclusive. There were no barriers, and there is a sense that if your idea is worthwhile, then it will be considered. There is also a personal touch to communication with the editor, making it a smooth editing process that feels suitably detailed. I was left with a feeling of real achievement." - Ferghal McTaggart (Published Author)

"I’m not good at academic writing. So, when I found out about TUG, I really didn’t think to send an article. But mainly because of my experience using online resources during the pandemic, a friend convinced me to send an article. I sent an email to Robert, and I felt really welcomed. I ended up writing a feature article, and it was not the “like teeth being pulled” experience that I was afraid of. I gained confidence to send articles to other publications because of the encouragement I received from TUG." - Abigail Capitin-Principe (Published Author)

"TUG is a great idea that was a long time coming. With university teachers focused on publishing research, there are a lack of opportunities to openly share practical examples of what we are actually doing in our classrooms. I was happy to contribute to this positive and thriving community which Robert has created." - John Rucynski (Published Author)

"There was great support and useful feedback regarding the article. Communication was prompt and professional." - Keabetswe Mmope (Published Author)

"It was a very satisfying and stress free experience. There is a template, but it is easy to use. The editor (Robert) does provide critical feedback. The feedback was always supportive and therefore useful from a professional development perspective. Having publications is definitely useful for anyone wishing to pursue a career teaching in universities." - Mark Feeley (Published Author)

"I think the newsletter is a wonderful asset for educators because of its timeliness and readability." - Dr. Eileen N. Whelan Ariza (Published Author)

"Publishing with TUG was incredibly easy from start to finish. Editor Robert Stroud was highly helpful and supportive throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend publishing with TUG and I hope to do so again myself in the not too distant future! " - Freddie Ryder (Published Author)

"The experience of writing for TUG is highly rewarding, both in a personal and professional sense. The discipline of writing an article is a fascinating task. In addition to the obvious professional advantages of publication, considering one's effective teaching approaches and breaking them down into concise, instructive steps provides intellectual challenge and satisfaction. Moreover, Robert is a pleasure to work with and has devised a well structured and thought provoking framework for producing articles." - Seth Demian Masters (Published Author)

"The newsletter is a very useful platform for sharing teaching ideas and practices. I am glad to have such a publication opportunity and to communicate and learn from the editor." - Wenjing Huang (Published Author)

"I have always wanted to share my experiences and this was the perfect place to do that. I received a lot of support from Robert and I was excited to see the final version in print. I highly recommend this newsletter to readers and writers alike." - Nicole Sonobe (Published Author)

"Robert was incredibly helpful in getting everything into the final draft, ready for publishing. He was also very prompt in answering any questions and issues I had. Getting the article from draft to publication was a completely painless process, and it's nice to have another outlet for papers that aren't necessarily research based, but more practical in nature." - Jonathan Isaacson (Published Author)

"I had an overall smooth experience publishing with TUG. The process of getting published was straightforward and efficient, thanks to the clear guidelines provided. Communication with the editor was excellent; they were responsive and supportive throughout the process. After my publication was posted on the website, I felt a strong sense of accomplishment. The newsletter itself is well-organized and professionally presented, which further enhanced my positive impression." - Rod Franklin Caldwell (Published Author)

"Excellent support in the writing process!" - Nicole Ballard (Published Author)

"TUG is a useful resource for those of us who teach EFL and English-medium university courses. Its accessibility makes it more likely that educators will be willing to make a contribution, as it doesn't have the same barriers (real or perceived) that other publications might have. The process of getting published was, for me, straightforward. The guidelines for formatting are easy to understand, and encouraged me to focus and keep my points clear and succinct while allowing for creativity and a personal touch." - Martin Cooke (Published Author)

"Robert has been diligent, kind and encouraging in acknowledging the receipt of the article and in providing timely feedback. He has also been organised and respectful of dates regarding the publication process. The University Grapevine fosters building a network of ELT professionals." - Vanessa Polastri (Published Author)

"Working with The University Grapevine to publish a short article was a pleasure. The focus on practical teaching ideas with a template with word count limits for each section allows the editors to give useful comments in a timely fashion. These comments and suggestions always made sense to me, and the changes were not difficult to do. My short teaching article was improved because of them." - Allan Goodwin (Published Author)

"This was a very positive experience overall. I was asked to contribute and then every support was given to me, including wording the questions in a way that was suitable for my particular areas of interest/expertise. I was delighted with the outcome, and have used it in various ways, such as to start a group discussion at my college on teachers' philosophies of teaching (one of the questions I answered). I also referred to it in an interview." - Gary Pathare (Published Author)

"TUG is great for sharing ideas about teaching university classes. I have enjoyed reading the articles and sometimes use ideas from the article in my classes. TUG is also good for networking as there are often posts on Facebook. I have been able to share some of the materials I have made related to the article I wrote with teachers I have met online through TUG and Robert. Finally, the article I wrote for TUG motivated me to make a presentation on the same topic. That was a super fun time and another learning/networking opportunity." - Brian J. English, Ph.D (Published Author)

"Positive impressions of the newsletter and support throughout the publication process provided. Feedback was constructive and communication channels were open throughout the process. The feeling afterwards was overall a positive one." - Thomas Ashton (Published Author)