I wanted to share this information with recently returned study abroad participants and current students abroad:
NAFSA: Association of International Educators and Abroad View are sponsoring the second annual Student Diplomat Essay Competion. They are inviting you to submit stories about how your undergraduate experiences have helped meet the US's need to understand global situations and compete in the global arena.
Entrants are required to answer one of three essay questions. The deadline for submission is November 15, 2007. The winner will be awarded a cash prize of $150 and an STA Travel voucher worth $400. The Student Diplomat Essay Competition is open to all U.S. students who have had an undergraduate study abroad experience, whether they are currently enrolled through an accredited college or university or have studied abroad since spring of 2003.
For more information on the Student Diplomat Essay Competition, visit http://www.nafsa.org/public_policy.sec/study_abroad_2/student_diplomat_essay.