The Chinese American Citizens Alliance sponsors this essay contest to provide a forum for expression by the youth who will be the future leaders of the United States.

Contest Date: Saturday, March 7, 2015, commencing at 10:00 a.m. and concluding at 11:30 a.m.

Location (Los Angeles Area): Los Angeles Lodge, 415 Bamboo Lane, Los Angeles, California

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• Eligibility: Open to any student enrolled in senior high school (grades 9-12). No entry fee required.
• 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 and Certificate
  Second Prize: $700 and Certificate
  Third Prize: $500 and Certificate
  10 Awards of Merit: $100 and Certificate 

All entry forms must be completed and postmarked not later than February 28, 2025 and mailed to: 

Chinese American Citizens Alliance
Attn: Elizabeth Wu
415 Bamboo Ln.,
Los Angeles, CA 90012