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!
2021-22 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, 2020. Winners will be announced Spring 2022.
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 e-mail Oceana Callum. Winning essays will also be featured in StoryLine.
StoryLine Will Feature Winning Essays
Winning essays will be featured in Coastline's online magazine, StoryLine. Submit your essay and application form before the deadline so all of Coastline can enjoy your writing!
2019-2020 Winners
Argumentative/ Persuasive Category
WINNER
Christina Patron
Food Insecurity in the U.S.
Essay written for: English 102, Fall 2019
Honorable Mentions
- Beth Koenig, Less College, More Real Life (English 100, Fall 2019)
- Billy Hier, The Beginning Marks the End (English 102, Spring 2019)
Informative Category
WINNER
Joanna Tang
At What Cost?
Essay written for: English 102, Spring 2019
Honorable Mention
- Natalie Tran, What Causes Addiction? (English 102, Spring 2018)
Research-Based Category
WINNER
Albina Emelina
Public Opinion on Working Mothers and Their Relationship with Their Children
Essay written for: Psychology 280, Fall 2017
Honorable Mention
- Zach Durham, College Sports: A Blessing and a Curse (English 102, Fall 2019)