Write a brief description of the essay contest you plan to pursue for your contest essay. This is an informal posting that should reveal your rationale for choosing a particular contest. What kinds of personal connections do you see that make this contest conducive to your tastes?
For this posting, be sure to copy and paste the original essay contest prompt at the top of your posting. Additionally, you should copy and paste a URL that leads directly to the contest prompt.
There is not a length requirement for your rationale, but your posting should demonstrate critical thinking.
http://crosslites.com/scholarship.aspx/Rules
ReplyDeleteFor the contest essay I chose to enter a scholarship essay from crosslites.com. It asks participants, high school to college level, to write 400-600 words responding to a quote or message from Dr. Charles Parker. I chose this contest to enter because Dr. Parker's quotes are all pertaining to Christianity or generally how to live a happier live, these are two topics that both are appealing to me being a devout Christian and wanting to be a social worker to make people's lives better. I think I will be able to do well in the contest since it's a topic I am already knowledge about and intrigues me.
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ReplyDeleteI chose this scholarship because they were giving it out to non-US citizens and I wanted to share how I handle things in my life.
Application Overview
What is your recipe for success? Have a morning routine to seize the day? A game plan to reach your goals? Or a list of "creative ingredients" to share? Either way, tell us! (In 500 characters or fewer!)
http://www.compassionandchoicesnca.org/essay.php
ReplyDeleteFor my contest essay, I have chosen to examine the compassion and choices essay contest. I feel passionate about this topic because I believe a mentally competent terminally ill adult should have the right to choice to an assisted self termination. I have worked in the health care industry as a provider of care to critically ill and dying patients for 13 years. I have encountered many patients who were nothing more than shells being forced for years to exist rather than live because the law prevents assisted suicide. We humanly euthanize our animals when they no longer exist with a quality of life. However, humans are forced to exist because caregivers who assist in patients self termination can, and have been criminally charged resulting from assisting terminally ill patients fulfill their finial wishes to transition into death.
http://www.sixfold.org/howitworks.html
ReplyDelete"Two prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Sixfold are given quarterly for a group of poems and a short story. Using the online submission system, submit up to five poems totaling no more than 10 pages or up to 20 pages of prose with a $6 entry fee by October 24. Visit the website for complete guidelines."
For my contest essay, I chose to write a short fiction story. I love to capture my own personality through the words and actions of others, almost like a mask that hides my face but still reveals my thoughts. I thought this contest was perfect for me because it gives me time to between writing the story and turning it in to have it done for class and get feedback from my peers to get a real opinion of it. I would enjoy doing this essay to truly show my creative side instead of writing a piece of nonfiction that I wouldn't be nearly as excited about.
http://harpurpalate.blogspot.com/p/contests.html
ReplyDeleteTHE HARPUR PALATE PRIZE FOR CREATIVE NONFICTION
The annual winner receives a $500 prize and publication in the winter issue of Harpur Palate.
Opens: September 1
Postmark Deadline: November 15
Contest Guidelines
Harpur Palate accepts previously unpublished creative nonfiction short story submissions shorter than 8000 words. You may enter as many stories as you wish. The $15 entry fee includes a one-year subscription to Harpur Palate. No more than one piece per entry. Please send checks drawn on a U.S. bank or money orders made out to Harpur Palate.
All creative nonfiction submissions entered will be considered for publication, and all entrants will receive a copy of the issue in which the winning story appears. Please include a cover letter with your name, address, phone number, e-mail address, and story's title. Entrant's name should only appear on the cover letter and should not appear anywhere on the manuscript. Manuscripts cannot be returned. Please be advised that we do not accept entrants who have any affiliation with Binghamton University.
As described, Harpur Palateis is sponsoring a creative nonfiction short story essay contest. I've chosen to write an essay about my favorite local nightclub in Central Florida. An odd choice maybe; believe me, this venue is special. Away from the tourism of Downtown Orlando, this jazz club deserves to be recognized and paid tribute to, based on its diverse culture and hip attitude. This a place where friendships are made and fantastic music and art is created, night after night. This club doesn't have the making of being special, it is special. I will use this essay contest to explain why.
http://www.teenink.com/Contests/EducatorC.php
ReplyDeleteDo you know an outstanding junior high or high school teacher, coach, guidance counselor, librarian, or principal? Nominate that special teacher you'll always remember and give him/her the chance to be recognized in a national magazine!
Convince us your nominee is special. Tell us about his or her style of teaching, involvement in school activities, and community service. What has your educator done for the entire school, your class, for you or another student? Give examples with specific details. Keep your essay between 200 and 1,000 words.
I choose to do this essay to honor one of the most amazing teachers I have ever had. This teacher helped me a lot during my transition in schools and does so much for others and the school he works at that I would like to write something to honor him and show the world why he is such a great teacher.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.writerstype.com/competitions.asp
“Submissions to the monthly competition in each category are accepted electronically.” “Monthly winners and first runners-up within each category are automatically entered into the yearly competition for that category and division.”
In round 1 of monthly winner’s submission will receive $25.
In round 2 of yearly winner submissions will receive a further amount of $225.
For the essay contest, I chose writerstype.com. Instead of this contest being only one topic or one choice to choose from; they include other categories that you can pick. The following categories are Flash Fiction Competition, Short Story Competition, and First Chapter Competition.
I think since you get to pick which one you get to do and write what you want; it lets you explore your imagination.
I love having a choice in writing and writing what you prefer. I think that’s the best type of writing and the most enjoyable.
http://www.powerpoetry.org/poetry-slams/sht-you-cant-say-your-teacher-scholarship-slam
ReplyDelete"It’s that time of year again: Labor Day rolls around, summer comes to a close, and you're back in those uncomfortable desks. But we know there’s so much more that goes on in (and outside of) the classroom. It’s your turn to give your teachers a lesson on who you are and what you care about in education. What do you want to see changed in your classroom or school? Tell us in a poem for your chance to win $1,000 towards your college tuition."
For my contest essay, I chose to write a poem instead. The topic of this contest really intrigued me, I get to express how I feel about about the darker side of the educational system. I have the opportunity to talk about things you usually keep to yourself to keep you out of trouble when around teachers. The winner of this contest wins a $1,000 scholarship. I enjoy expressing myself through poetry and this topic has really inspired me.
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ReplyDeletehttp://www.fanstory.com/contestdetails.jsp?id=7530
ReplyDeleteI have chosen to enter a contest in which i can write about something personal. It offers a $100 prize to the first place winner, a $25 prize to second place and a $10 prize to the third place winner. This contest is hosted by FanStory and they are looking for any essay that is well written and anywhere from 500-7,000 words. I am excited to write and essay for this contest because it is rare that I am able to chose my own topic!
"We are looking for personal essays, memoirs, and works of literary non-fiction on any topic. It doesn't matter if it's spiritual, political, intellectual, emotional, funny or serious.One entry per person. Non-Fiction only. New entries only. No Poetry. Minimum length 500 words. Maximum Length 7,000 words. Recommended length 2,000 - 3,500 words."
http://writingforpeace.org/young-writers-contest/2014-contest-guidelines-2/
ReplyDeleteI chose to write this essay because it challenges me to explore beyond my own utopia that I live in today, to show how people aren't as fortunate as some of us are and should be recognized for having to go through certain situations. The essays purpose is to convey empathy of the individuals cultural struggle or day to day life.
http://www.optimist.org/e/member/scholarships3.cfm
ReplyDelete"How Dreams Lead to Success"
I chose to write this essay because the topic is broad and simple. I have always been a dreamer and I believe that because of that I will be successful. I won't exactly explain "how dreams lead to success", but how my dreams have made me a more successful person. Dreams don't directly lead to success, but with determination dreams can be made into reality. Making your dreams come true seems successful to me.
http://www.thenation.com/student-writing-contest
ReplyDeleteWe're looking for original, thoughtful, provocative student voices to answer this question: What do you think is the most serious issue facing your generation? Essays should not exceed 800 words and should be original, unpublished work that demonstrates fresh, clear thinking and superior quality of expression and craftsmanship.
I choose this contest because i believe that it is important for our generations to express the issues we face today. there is a handful of issues we face but not everyone has the same opinion on which issue is most important.
http://helpfulpapers.com/blog/2013/04/16/50-interesting-argumentativepersuasive-essay-topics/
ReplyDeleteThe topic of my essay is,"Can listening to favorite music heal?". The reason I chose this topic is because music is a subject everyone is familiar with including myself, and it makes you think about the reasons why or how it personally changes you and how it makes a difference within yourself. This topic allows me to brainstorm about my personal experiences with listening to my favorite music and allows the audience to think hard about how music makes them feel and what it provides for them, it is argumentative yet persuasive which makes this topic more like a fun debate.
http://writersviews.com/writing-contests-madison-poetry.php
ReplyDelete. Writing Contest Description: The winner will be offered a standard publication contract and will receive 100 copies to distribute to friends and family or keep a few as souvenirs. The contest will be judged by previous years' winners and a few well recognized and well respected national and international authors. The winner will be invited (all expenses paid) to be the judge for the following year. The decision of the judges and panelists will be final.All poems must be 50 lines or less and must be typed, font size of 10 or 12, with single or double line spacing. All entries must be original work produced by the contestant on any subject or theme. Contestants will enter their poem typed, single or double line spacing, within a maximum of 3 pages total. All entries must be original works or poetry. Madison Poetry Writing Contest is open everyone who is interested to present their own original poetry for competition and for recognition
I chose to enter this contest because it offers me a chance to express myself fully and share my poems which has endless ranges of topics.
http://harpurpalate.blogspot.com/p/contests.html
ReplyDeleteTHE HARPUR PALATE PRIZE FOR CREATIVE NONFICTION
The annual winner receives a $500 prize and publication in the winter issue of Harpur Palate.
Opens: September 1
Postmark Deadline: November 15
Contest Guidelines
Harpur Palate accepts previously unpublished creative nonfiction short story submissions shorter than 8000 words. You may enter as many stories as you wish. The $15 entry fee includes a one-year subscription to Harpur Palate. No more than one piece per entry. Please send checks drawn on a U.S. bank or money orders made out to Harpur Palate.
All creative nonfiction submissions entered will be considered for publication, and all entrants will receive a copy of the issue in which the winning story appears. Please include a cover letter with your name, address, phone number, e-mail address, and story's title. Entrant's name should only appear on the cover letter and should not appear anywhere on the manuscript. Manuscripts cannot be returned. Please be advised that we do not accept entrants who have any affiliation with Binghamton University.
This essay contest gives me the freedom to submit any nonfiction work, which gives me good leeway of choice regarding subject matter. Human conflict and history in general have always been my favorite subject to research. Accordingly, nonfiction appeals to me the most as a genre of writing.
I've chosen to utilize an autobiography of an American soldier for a basis of my material. I plan to explore conflict between carrying out one's duties and the moralities therein and the ramifications of those conflicts later on in civilian life. I will narrowly define a thesis for the essay and back it with facts from the book and other resources.
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship
ReplyDeleteSubmit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question:
“What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money? ”
This essay contest is about writing about why you think education is important. I think that this essay contest is great for me because I believe that education is very important for everyone. I think that writing 250 words about this subject will come easily to me because this is a topic that I find interesting.
http://www.poetrysoup.com/member_area/enter_member_contest.aspx?ContestID=2419
ReplyDeleteIn honor of the time of year, I have decided to enter a halloween poetry. Sponsor Russell Sivey
Contest Name Everything Halloween | Enter Contest
Deadline 10/24/2013 12:00:00 AM
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Contest Description
This contest is about everything Halloween, yes it is this time of the year when the ghouls and goblins come out to play with the witches and ghosts. Orange and Black are the main colors, and bats and werewolves and vampires come to frighten everyone. Mummies love to scare and those zombies are out to eat everyone. The moon is full and dark grey clouds come to bring fear into the hearts of the unsuspecting. The scary haunted houses contains those poltergeists and evil spirits as well as the family the loves to eat whoever comes to the door. Graveyards are a focal point where ravens mock the passersby. Skeletons bring out that which is frightening to all those watching the graveyard too closely. Fear is the main stay on Halloween, but there is also the fun of trick or treating, where sometimes the tricks come out and anger those not passing out candy. Dressing up like princesses and witches as well as superman or werewolves are always fun on Halloween. An old decaying tree that holds an eerie owl on its long branch. Just about anything will be good for this contest. I just want a poem on Halloween, fun or scary, exciting or frightening, I am looking for awesome. This contest will be up until October 24th as then I will judge this contest and post the winners near October 31st. You can post any form you want to, but a maximum of 30 lines. You may place your name on the poem only if you wish to do so. I don’t mind, for this contest, if you place your name on the poem. But do place the name of the contest at the bottom of the poem and the date you wrote the poem. I only want new poetry for this contest.
So follow these rules:
1)Write a spooky and/or fun Halloween poem.
2)Use any form you want in the making of this poem. But with a maximum of 30 lines.
3)You may write name on the poem if you want to, but it’s not a requirement.
4)Write the name of this contest on the bottom of your poem
5)Place the date on the poem
6)Must be a new poem
Shayday is Shawnee Doling-tye Sorry for any confusion
Deletehttp://fountainmagazine.com/essaycontest
ReplyDelete"In celebration of its 20th anniversary, The Fountain welcomed 2013 with a new motto: On Life, Knowledge and Belief.
Having spent over two decades exploring life and its many meanings, we’ve come to believe that knowledge and belief are the two most important tools for life’s journey.
We believe these three words summarize what we want to embody in our magazine. Life is existence, with all its dimensions and veils. Knowledge is the human effort to remove these veils to reveal the truth beyond them. And belief is what gives truth its meaning and relevance to our being.
So, what’s you motto in life? What was it before, and what is it now? If you were to choose three words to sum up your motto, what would they be? In an essay outlining your philosophy on life, share with us your thoughts and insights. "
I chose this contest because I believe I will be able to really express myself on the topic of life and my motto to go by.
http://www.antiquetrader.tv/studentscholarship.php
ReplyDelete"In 200 years your relatives are going to be digging in your backyard. They are going to find something that you buried in 2012 and its going to put away any financial worries they have to rest.
Your job today is to decide what to bury. Your job is to find something that will have immense value in the future. The item you choose must:
1) Be sold in a store today
2)Be no more than $500
Write an essay that is between 500-1000 words."
I chose this essay primarily because it allows me to tap into my imagination and allows me to imagine what the future could possibly be like 200 years from now.