Journal History

Rubikon: Journal of Transnational American Studies is a journal published by Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). It was intended to communicate American Studies issues and challenges. It initially became the venue for the members of American Studies Society of Indonesia (ASSINDO).

Rubikon is published twice a year, in April and October.

In 2013, Rubikon formed by American Studies Program, UGM and the Association of American Studies Society of Indonesia (ASSINDO).

In 2014, Rubikon published the first edition in the printed version. Starting in 2016, Rubikon also released an online version (online version) on the https://jurnal.ugm.ac.id/rubikon/ page and has been registered on GARUDA (Garba Rujukan Digital). For its publication, Rubikon also has registration number ISSN: 2541-2248 and E-ISSN: 2654-413X

In 2018, Rubikon becomes the main publication venue for ASIC

In 2019, Rubikon is indexed in Sinta (Science and Technology Index), with a score of S4. In the same year, Rubikon changes the article template.

Akreditasi Sinta

In 2022, Rubikon increases journal articles per edition from 6 to 10 articles.

In 2023, Rubikon changes the template for the second time to use IMRAD format.

In 2025, Rubikon is indexed in Sinta (Science and Technology Index), with a score of S3.