Academics
Writing Center
Essay Contest
This fall, the MHC Writing Center held an Essay Writing Contest with ca$h prizes as recognition for excellence in writing. First prize, $50 (gift certificate, MHC Bookstore); 2nd prize, $25; and HM (Honorable Mention) $10. The Writing Center staff was pleased to have received about 20 entries—not bad for our first contest! Writing Center tutors served as "judges," and the criteria for essays submitted were…
- originality
- length (2-5 pages)
- effective essay format
- style
Congratulations! to the following students in the MHC Essay Writing Contest:
1st Place: Ansley Ricker, "My Landmark"
2nd Place: Christine Murphy, "To Live On"
HM: Corrine Jackson, "About That Summer"
And though not all entries were awarded a prize, we want to thank ALL students for entering.
Look for the contest again next semester—and remember, you can’t win if you don’t enter!!
The MHC Writing Center Staff