Cultural Diversity Essay Contest

The Cultural Diversity Essay Contest is a scholarship opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students in the English department at Eastern Illinois University. Applicants must submit an essay of 500-1500 words addressing one of four topics related to cultural diversity: 'Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Opportunity,' 'Living Harmoniously Amidst Cultural Diversity,' 'The Painful Consequences of Discrimination,' or 'Analyses of Issues of Cultural Diversity in Literary Texts.' The essay can be based on readings from academic assignments, literary works, articles, or personal experiences. Submissions should be anonymous, with the entrant's name not appearing on the essay itself. This award recognizes students who thoughtfully engage with issues of cultural diversity through written expression and is announced and awarded during the Spring semester.