Lend your insight and experience as a judge for the 2026 EPIC Awards—celebrating excellence across our community! Judges play a vital role in upholding the integrity and impact of our awards program. Through a thoughtful peer-review judging process, you’ll help identify and celebrate the innovations, collaborations, and excellence that drive our community forward.
This year’s program spans 26 categories across five key areas—Tools/Products, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Initiatives—representing the full breadth of creativity and advancement in scholarly publishing.
We welcome judges from across the scholarly publishing ecosystem, including both SSP members and non-members. Your expertise and perspective are key to ensuring the EPIC Awards continue to reflect the highest standards in our field.
Apply to be an EPIC Awards Judge! Applications to become a judge are open through November 28, 2025.
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