The Journal is a refereed journal published twice per year by the Appalachian Studies Association (ASA) with support from the Marshall University. It is the official journal of the ASA, a multi-disciplinary organization for scholars, teachers, activists, and others whose work focuses on the Appalachian region. The Journal of Appalachian Studies supersedes earlier publications of the ASA, including Proceedings and the Journal of the Appalachian Studies Association.
Editor: Sandra Hayslette
Associate Editor: Linda Spatig
Managing Editor: Mary K. Thomas
Book Review Editor: Katherine Ledford
Culture and Media Editor: Jack Wright
Bibliographer: Jo. B. Brown