2009 Student Writing Competition

Sponsored by the ASIS Council on Academic Programs in Universities and Colleges and administered by the ASIS Foundation, the ASIS International Student Writing Competition rewards students who conduct research, engage in thoughtful deliberation, and write an academic paper between 3,000 and 6,000 words on an issue relevant to the security and assets protection profession.

Application form

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Entrants will select from the following topics:

• The Most Promising Technologies to Meet Tomorrow's Security Challenges
• Repairing Security's Image
• Protecting Information and Intangible Assets in the 21st Century
• The Challenge of Securing Cyberspace: Man or Machine?
• Realistic Approaches to Merging Security and Risk Management to Protect Assets in Today's Global Environment
• Leveraging Low-cost/low-tech Solutions for Contemporary Security Challenges

Papers are due December 4, 2009. Winners will be notified on January 15, 2010. The undergraduate winner will receive $1,000, and the graduate winner $1,500. Each winner also receives a complimentary registration to the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits. Two students will win Honorable Mention awards of $500 each.

Eligibility

The competition is open to any student, both full or part-time, pursuing an associate, bachelor, or masters degree studying at an accredited institution. 2009 graduates may participate in the competition.

Application Process

Each student's application must include the application form, official transcript, and a letter of recommendation. These documents must be received by COB on December 4, 2009. No late or incomplete applications will be accepted. Download the application form (pdf).

Selection Process

A three-person review committee affiliated with academic institutions, including a member of the ASIS Council on Academic Programs in Colleges and Universities, will judge the submissions. Papers must:

• Be between 3,000 and 6,000 words, not including appendices or attachments
• Employ a recognized citation style, such as Chicago, Modern Language Association, or American Psychological Association
• Be written in English, using one-and-a-half or double spacing in Times New Roman, Book Antiqua, or Arial 12-point font Please note: While papers may include illustrations, charts, tables, and graphs, these will not apply against word count requirements.

The review committee will consider:

• Whether administrative specifications were met
• Relevance of the content and specific subject matter to the topic
• Creativity in addressing the issue at hand
• Organization and overall quality of the written product
• Applicability of analysis and the conclusions presented

Contact Information

If you have questions, contact Barbara Buzzell, Research and Development project manager, at 703-518-1441 or e-mail: Barbara.Buzzell@asisonline.org.

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