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Hello Judges!  Please Return your judges form by April 21st at noon

The purpose of this contest is to help identify and recognize students who can demonstrate superior understanding of the scientific process used in research, the importance of the use of animals in the medical and biological sciences, and who can artfully communicate that understanding in writing.

All entries are judged on the basis of scientific accuracy, logic, originality, creativity, command of the English language and an understanding of the scientific process and the importance of use of animals in research.

Each category should be scored with a point value from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

5 - Excellent: Demonstrates a clear understanding of key concepts; excellent use of literary techniques, factual content, persuasiveness; command of English language

4 - Above average: Clear understanding of concepts related and well identified. Use of literary techniques, facts, persuasively presented.

3 - Average: Concepts partially identified and defined, statements that viewpoints exist but little use of supporting details; Use of literary techniques but lacking clarity

2 - Below average: Some concepts identified but not defined, lack of reference to viewpoints; point of view presented without supporting facts; lacks literary techniques; many errors in grammar and spelling

1 - Poor: Complete lack of reference with irrelevant unsupported statements or incomplete details; facts inaccurate; view point not present; irrelevant or erroneous information; ideas unclear; grammar and spelling errors throughout essay

 

Click on the essay below to read the essay then fill out on scores on judges form.

  1. 8_More_Years.pdf
  2. A_Beautiful_Life_Prolonged.pdf
  3. A_Win-Win_Studying_NonHodgkins_Lymphoma_in_Pet_Dogs.pdf
  4. An_Overactive_Mind.pdf
  5. Biologics-How_Animal_Testing_Has_Improved_Treatment_of_Ulcerative_Colitis.pdf
  6. Biomedical Research Using Animals Gave Me a Chance at Life.pdf
  7. Biomedical_Research_Impact_on_Me.pdf
  8. Biomedical_Research_Saved_My_Sisters_Life.pdf
  9. Biomedical_Research_The_Key_To_Quality_Life.pdf
  10. Canine_Oral_Melanoma.pdf
  11. Cinderella_Moments_in_Medicine.pdf
  12. Glimmer_of_Hope_Animal_Research_into_Alzheimer's.pdf
  13. Hashimotos_Thyroiditis.pdf
  14. Hearts_That_Stopped_So_Mine_Could_Beat.pdf
  15. Hormone_Dependancy_Insulin_and_Type_1_Diabetes.pdf
  16. How Animal Research Ensured I Grew Up With a Mother.pdf
  17. Hypothyroidism_My_Mothers_Struggle.pdf
  18. Methylphenidate_and_Animal_Testing.pdf
  19. Missing_Piece_to_the_Multiple_Sclerosis_Puzzle.pdf
  20. Of_Determination_and_Dreams.pdf
  21. Of_Mice_and_a_Man.pdf
  22. Testing Lives to Save Lives.pdf
  23. The_Modern_Family.pdf
  24. The_Pleasure_in_My_Life.pdf
  25. Unsung_Warriors_in_the_War_Against_Cancer.pdf

Return forms by noon on April 21st - please fax to 520-621-8833 or email to swaebr@ahsc.arizona.edu

 

About the SwAEBR Essay Contest:

Southwest Association for Education in Biomedical Research sponsors an essay contest each spring for high school students. Winners in the Flagstaff, Tucson and Phoenix metropolitan areas receive a paid summer internship, which could range from 6 to 10 weeks, dependent on student and institution schedules, working in a research lab in one of the following institutions: Arizona State University, Barrow Neurological Institute at St. Joseph's Hospital, Mayo Clinic Arizona in Scottsdale, Northern Arizona University, or The University of Arizona.  Winners from other high schools in Arizona (and New Mexico) who may be unable to work in these metropolitan areas receive a cash award of $150.  Finalists will also receive a cash prize.

Essays should be submitted in Standard English (750 words or less) with a bibliography that must cite several different references. Oral sources may be included.

The purpose of this contest is to help identify and recognize students who can demonstrate superior understanding of the scientific process used in research, the importance of the use of animals in the medical and biological sciences, and who can artfully communicate that understanding in writing. All entries are judged on the basis of scientific accuracy, logic, originality, creativity, command of the English language and an understanding of the scientific process and the importance of use of animals in research.

All high school students in public, private and parochial schools are eligible.  Students qualifying for the internship must be 16 years of age by the start of the summer internship.

Winners notified in May

Internships begin after intern/mentor interviews and as schedules allow.