Purpose: To challenge college students to analyze the urgent ethical issues confronting them in today's complex world.  Students are encouraged to write thought-provoking personal essays that raise questions, single out issues and are rational arguments for ethical action.

Eligibility: Undergraduate full-time Juniors or Seniors at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States during the Fall Semester.

Awards: First Prize - $5,000; Second Prize - $2,500; Third Prize - $1,500; Two Honorable Mentions - $500 each

Contest Deadline:  12/3/2012