FAQs

Why is it called “The Lumen”?

The Lumen is the innermost part of something. From pathology to poetry, it signals different things to different people—but at its core, The Lumen offers us a central space: to come together, to share, to create. We hope The Lumen serves as a vessel to carry and illuminate the various experiences, perspectives, and creative expressions our community has to offer. 

Who can submit to The Lumen?

The Lumen is an inclusive publication; we invite submissions from students and health professionals at any level of practice or training, from various specialties, disciplines, and backgrounds. We also invite submissions from UTMC community members, alumni, staff, and patients. To learn more about submissions, click here.

What’s the goal of The Lumen?

The goal of The Lumen is to echo the mission of its parent organization, the Medical Humanities Club of the University of Toledo College of Medicine, by offering the UTMC community an outlet for expression of their experiences in healthcare through multimedia, reaffirming the value of the arts and humanities in the field of medicine, and showcasing the talent and diverse interests within our own community. 

How can I submit my work? What can I submit?

Please use our submission form to submit your work for review. We accept all forms of non-academic media, including essays, stories, poems, visual art, digital media (including music and audio), and more!

How can I reach you or learn more?

Please feel free to reach out with questions, suggestions, or just to say hello! Our email is medhumanitiesclub@gmail.com.