Deadline: 1 May 2011
University Writing Competition: Profiles in Diversity Journal
* First Place: $2,000
* Second Place: $1,000
* Third Place: $500
o Top 3 will be published in an upcoming issue and also given future writing opportunities with Profiles in Diversity Journal
o Top 50 will be published in a special printed publication
o Top 100 will be featured in weekly posts on www.diversityjournal.com
Guidelines:
* 500 to 1,000 words
* 18 and over to enter
* Currently enrolled in higher educational institution
* Essays must be submitted online
Topic: Diversity
* Subtopics:
o Academic
o Cultural
o Organizational/Team
Judging Criteria:
Essays will be judged according to the following criteria; Originality of subject and thought, extent of research and quality of writing.
Submission:
Submit your essays to write@diversityjournal.com. Be sure to include:
* First & Last Name
* School
* Area of Study
All entries must be submitted by May 1, 2011. Only the top fifty will be notified by email, so check back regularly for updates and be sure to follow us on Twitter and Facebook.