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Subject: The Nation Student Writing Contest


Dear EmailNation Subscriber, 

We're pleased to announce the new Nation Student Writing Contest sponsored by the BIL Charitable Trust to recognize and reward the best in student writing and thinking. 

We're looking for original, thoughtful, provocative student voices to tell us what issue is of most concern to their generation. Essays should not exceed 800 words and should be original, unpublished work that demonstrates fresh, clear thinking and superior quality of expression and craftsmanship. 

We'll select five finalists and one winner, who will be awarded a $500 cash prize and a Nation subscription. The winning essay will be published in the magazine and featured on our website. The five finalists will be awarded $100 each and subscriptions, and their entries will be published online. The contest is open to students at American high schools and to undergraduates at American colleges and universities. Entries (only one per student) will be accepted through March 31. A winner will be announced by May 31. Please send entries to [log in to unmask] 

While you're at it, if you're a student or educator, please check out info on our Classroom Education Program. This week's free teacher's guide is ready for downloading. 



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Politics & Science: How Their Interplay Results in Public Policy. A Social Research Conference at The New School Tishman Auditorium, 66 West 12th, New York , NY February 9 and 10. 

The increasing politicization of science can lead to policy decisions that run counter to accepted scientific consensus and risk endangering our health and well-being. Scientists and policy-makers from across the political spectrum will assess the current tension between politics and science and discuss how to increase the likelihood that the best science becomes the basis for future public policy. 

Click here for information or email or call to [log in to unmask] and (212) 229-5776 x3121. 


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