Hello there! Welcome to the TS-Blog!
I’m Pauline, editor in chief.
If you’re reading this, you’re probably already intrigued by our announcement and might wonder: What is it like being a blog editor? Or simply:
What if the next editor of a post was… ME?
Well, let me tell you more about being an editor. Because our editor team is looking for new members to bring in their perspective and give visibility to people, topics, concerns.
Yes, we are the Tectonics and Structural geology division blog, but that does not mean every post has to be about tectonics or structural geology specifically. Indeed, the freedom of topic of our team makes our success and the diversity of the TS division ensures a public for every message. Editors can publish about a lot of topics. Let me give you a (non exhaustive) list of ideas: geologic teaching, field trips, challenges in resources management, EGU medallist, new tools, a groundbreaking theory, lessons learned from failure, a global boundary stratotype, parenting as geologist travelling the world, publishing an article for the first time, a paper one should not miss, time management, creativity at making figures, a surprising geological feature etc. etc. your imagination is the limit.
What does an editor do?
As an editor you are in charge of publishing posts regularly. That does not mean you have to write every post yourself – you can of course – but you can also commission guest authors, which is also a good occasion to enrich your network. The medallist whose presentation you found inspiring at the General Assembly but could talk to in person? How about an interview with them? The author of the paper whose points you found really surprising? Why not give them the chance to make their points to the blog audience? You surely has someone in mind, to who you dream to ask questions… I feel you thinking. Yes, the blog is an opportunity to make it happen.
And no worries if you’re a beginner in science communication, the team is supportive and will help you learn the new skills you need.
Don’t feel like words are your thing?
We are also looking for illustrators to embellish the featured image of the blog and share on social media, as we are proud to have a strict no AI policy to respect the work of the artists around.
How much time shall I allow?
How much time do you have? Your time commitment is chosen by you. We are aiming for regular posts, but the frequency depends on what you can provide. Even if you only have one idea and time for a single post – let us know! We are more than happy to feature you as a guest author.
We can’t wait to read you soon here!
How to volunteer?
Easy! Just write to me: paulinegayrin@protonmail.com
If you are still unsure – same – I am happy to provide you with more infos and answer all the questions you might still have. Me and the team are looking forward to hearing from you.
