I always think to myself that expat kids and teens are very lucky to be exposed to another culture so early in life - and that their experiences will make for great discussions in college and university entrance essays!
Here is an opportunity for them to brush up on writing about these experiences, and maybe even make a little cash for school - I received notification of this opportunity through a newsletter and thought there might be some readers interested.
If you are a student between 12 and 18; get a chance to win a
Scholarship by participating to an essay and creative media contest: http://www.expatyouthschol
The “Life in a Flying House” essay and creative media contest organized by Clements International (an insurance company), offers participants a chance to share their experience living in a foreign country through a combination of words and images. The theme “Life in a Flying House” is inspired by the idea that students, whose childhood is spent moving between different countries and cultures, develop a rich life experience.
Essay
500 words or more (in English) describing how their life has been affected by living as an expatriate.
Creative Media
Photographs, illustrations, paintings, or video illustrating the topic of the essay.
Eligibility
Students (ages 12 - 18) of any nationality who have spent at least two years living outside of their home country.
Full-time students of any nationality who have spent at least two years living outside of their home country are eligible to apply.
Categories & S cholarship Awards
Category One (Ages 12 -15)
1st Place $3,000
2nd Place $1,500
3rd Place $ 500Category Two (Ages 16 – 18)
1st Place $3,000
2nd Place $1,500
3rd Place $ 500
Contest Entry Deadline
Friday, May 15, 2009
Scholarship Recipients Announced
Mid-September 2009
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