The Rochester branch of the American Association of University Women is proud to announce the winners of the 2018 Eighth Grade Essay Contest about “A Woman of Significance to Me.” First place winner Gemma Ugorowski from Van Hoosen Middle School chose Olympic and world champion swimmer. Gemma was inspired to craft a well thought out goal sheet and to have a positive attitude even on bad days by Katie’s words “before you can achieve you must believe in yourself.” Second place winner Alex … [Read more...]
Eighth Grade Essay Contest
March 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
The American Association of University Woman, a woman's advocacy group, are hosting the essay contest Are you in the 8th grade? Have you been inspired by a woman in history or in your family? Write an essay telling about your experience and you could be the winner of the 13th Annual Rochester AAUW 8th Grade Essay Contest about "A Woman of Significance to Me." Prizes of $100, $75 and $50 will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners at the Rochester Community House on April … [Read more...]
