Objective:

Know the experience of health career students by publishing an article in an undergraduate academic journal, created within the framework of innovation projects of a Chilean university.

Methods:

Mixed design research in which an electronic questionnaire with open-ended, selection and Likert questions was used, prior signature of informed consent. The variables described as the publication process, instructions to the authors, communication with the editorial team, satisfaction with the publication and electronic access to the journal were evaluated. The qualitative questionnaire contemplated the dimensions reasons for publishing and contributions to the values and competencies of the university. Quantitative analysis and content analysis were performed with a qualitative approach from a sample of 54 students.

Results:

Communication with the editorial team obtained the highest rating (83.33%). The lowest rating (37%) was obtained in access to the full issue of the journal already published. Students reported that the value of "responsibility" and competence "analytical vision" was strengthened after publishing.

Conclusions:

The publishing experience was very well evaluated by the students. The motivation to publish strengthens skills and values and is consolidated as a positive experience. Students feel part of a collaborative peer-to-peer knowledge community. Some editorial processes that strengthen communication with students who are authors must be improved.