Crux Essay Contest
Have you received an 'A' on an essay written for ANY class at Coastline? Enter it in Crux, Coastline's new essay contest, for an opportunity to earn $400 for your achievement!
Contest On Hold
The Crux Essay Contest will not be accepting essay submissions until further notice. Please check back for updates.
Essay Submission Process
The Crux Application must be completed along with your essay submission. (Incomplete applications may be discarded.) If you are a finalist, we will verify your essay with the Coastline instructor for whose class the essay was written.
Submission Dates & Categories
Applications are accepted between September 30 - November 30. Winners will be announced Spring the following semester.
Crux Awards will be made in three categories:
- Argumentative or Persuasive Essay
- Informative or Analytical Essay
- Research-Based Essay
Prize
The winning entry in each category will receive an award of $400. Essays of any length will be considered. You may enter in more than one category, but you may only win in one category. For more information, please email Oceana Callum. Winning essays will also be featured in StoryLine Magazine.
StoryLine Magazine
Coastline's Arts and Letters Magazine
StoryLine, Coastline College's Arts and Letters Magazine, is published once a year in the fall semester featuring original art, poetry, essays, and short stories by Coastline students. Submit by July 1st if you would like your original work to be considered for inclusion.
StoryLine's latest issue is now live! Please take a break from your daily grind and check out Issue 6. Pour yourself a cup of inspiration and enjoy!
A plain-text, accessible version of the magazine is embedded within the magazine. Just click on the accessibility icon in the upper left-hand corner.
Crux Essay Contest Winners
2021-22 Contest Winner
"Unjust Deserts"
Informative Category
Essay written for: Marilyn Brock's English 102 course in Fall 2021
2021-22 Contest Winner
"The Many Ways of Education: How Online Learning is as Effective as Traditional Learning"
Research-Based Category
Essay written for: Stephanie Bridges' English 102 course in Spring 2021