Essay Contest
The Grand Lodge of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance sponsors this essay contest to provide a
forum for expression by high school youths who will be the future leaders of the United States.
Date / time / location:
Saturday, March 3, 2012, commencing at 10:00am and
concluding at 12:00pm, Asian Health and Service Center, 3430
SE Powell Blvd., Portland, OR 97202.
Eligibility:
Open to students (9th, 10th, 11th, 12th) attending high school in
Oregon or Clark County (State of Washington) or its related
equivalent.
Requirements:
Participants in the Contest are to compose an essay in English
not to exceed 500 words, at their Chinese American Citizens
Alliance Lodge or a location designated by the Lodge on a
subject regarding the Chinese in the United States. The exact
essay topic will be announced at the time of the contest.
Judging:
An impartial board of judges will be selected by the sponsor to
judge the winners. Each essay will be judged on the basis of
originality, clarity of thought, and expression. The decision of
the judges on all matters submitted and their interpretation of the
rules will be final, conclusive, and binding on all contestants.
Scholarship awards:
First Prize: $1,000.00 and Certificate
Second Prize: $700.00 and Certificate
Third Prize: $500.00 and Certificate
10 Awards of Merit: $100.00 and Certificate
Contest applications are due by March 2, 2012.
All applications must be completed and mailed to:
C.A.C.A. Portland, 2309 SW First, #142, Portland, OR 97201
Click here to download the National Essay Contest Application
