The University of Michigan Library's Scholarly Publishing Office has just added a new open access journal to its growing list of publications: Michigan Discussions in Anthropology (MDIA). Published under the auspices of the Department of Anthropology at the University of Michigan, MDIA offers opportunities for students and faculty both to edit compiled volumes in their field of specialization and to publish their own work, thus furthering their professional advancement. All papers are subjected to external anonymous peer review before publication. All issues of the journal are available for free to the public.