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 are no divisions for our contest! 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: August 10, 2023 Results Released: August 27, 2023

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 (2020 Winners)

Division 1 (Underclassmen):

• 1st Place

• 2nd Place

• 3rd Place

Division 2 (Upperclassmen):

• 1st Place

• 2nd Place

Prizes

All articles will be judged by the Teknos leadership team using a rubric with the above criteria. The top three will be granted Amazon gift cards and website features.

Submit Here!

Deadline August 10, 2023: Good luck!

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