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As a highly diverse population with 23 million members, Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have significantly contributed to American history, society, and culture. In 1992, Congress passed a law that designated the month of May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. While the contributions of AAPI have been widely recognized, their communities still face stigmatization, discrimination, and even physical violence. To help the public better understand, recognize, and celebrate the contributions and heritage of AAPI communities, the Ames AAPI organizations have decided to hold their first Essay Contest in 2022, with the aim to promote iversity, equity, and inclusion in our society.
Suggested topics include, but not limited to the following: Defining the AAPI cultures; life stories of yourself or someone you know as an AAPI member; contributions of AAPI in building the nation and society; struggles and challenges; better ways for coexistence; international perspectives of AAPI, etc.
Eligibility: All students from middle school (Grade 6-8), high school (Grade 9-12), and college from the state of Iowa, regardless of race, ethnicity, and nationality.
REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS
Language: The essay must be written in English.
Length: For middle school participants, the main text of the essay length should be 500-800 words ; for high school participants, the length should be 800-1200 words ; for college students, the length should be 1200-2000 words.
Format:
A cover page including your name, school affiliation, and email address.
Double-spaced, Times New Roman, and one inch margins.
Citations (if there are any) need to use footnotes following the MLA style.
PRIZES
PRIZES
Middle school participants: First Prize ($200), Second Prize ($150), Third Prize ($100)
High school participants: First Prize ($300), Second Prize ($250), Third Prize ($150)
College students: First Prize ($400), Second Prize ($300), Third Prize ($200)
SUBMISSION
SUBMISSION
AAPIStory@gmail.com (Please include in the subject line "AAPI Essay Contest." Please write to AAPIStory@gmail.com for questions.)
Deadline: April 25, 2022, by midnight.
Publication: The winning essays will be published by the ISU Library. A release form needs to be signed by a parent or guardian for participants under the age of 18.
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