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2024 Teknos Fall Writing Competition

2024 Teknos Fall Writing Competition

Summary

Teknos (TJHSST Science Journal) is excited to host a writing competition for science writing! You may write an article to explore any topic you’re curious or passionate about; however, it MUST be related to STEM. There will be prizes and website features for the top three overall. Get writing!

Guidelines

Word limit: 750-1250 words

We want: a science article (to inform, not persuade, no opinionated pieces)

Submission Deadline: September 20th, 2024 Results Released: October 4th, 2024

What are we looking for?

  • Scientific relevance/value

  • Clarity of explanation

    • Any images/figures used to help explain parts of your article will be assessed with clarity in mind

  • Grammar/flow

  • Reader engagement (important!)

  • Quality of sources

    • Cited in APA format but with brackets like in exemplars shown below

Exemplars (2023 Winners)

Prizes

All articles will be judged by the Teknos leadership team using a rubric based on the above criteria. The top three will be granted special surprise gifts from Teknos!

Submit Here!

Deadline: September 20th, 2024. Best of luck!

Contact Us At…

teknos.tjhsst@gmail.com

Design a Cover for This Year's Edition of Teknos!

Design a Cover for This Year's Edition of Teknos!