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English Department

Essay contests & creative writing contests

The following contests each have their own guidelines and deadlines. Links below take you to the online submission forms and, where noted, to contest flyers with rules and more info.

  

Essay Contests

Awards Beyond the English Department 

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Department of English

600 Lincoln Ave.
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 581-2428
Fax: (217) 581-7209
arvietto@eiu.edu

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