The Printer’s Devil Contest

Each year The Printer’s Devil contest recognizes outstanding essays from composition students at Arizona State University. The contest is open to all composition students, i.e., students who have completed or are currently enrolled in one of the following classes during the current school year (ENG 101, 102, 105, 215, 216, 217, 218, and WAC 101).

Prizes

The Printer’s Devil awards 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for the winning essays from the following courses: ENG 101, 102, 105, 215, 216, 217, 218, and WAC 101.

Last year’s first prize winners won $125.  We typically award 1st through 3rd place winners, all of whom receive a cash award.

Submission Requirements

Entering the contest is as easy as 1, 2, 3. All you need to do is submit the following:

1) A copy of your paper. The paper must include a title (add one if it didn’t have one before) and should not include your name anywhere on the paper.

2) A completed entry form. Click here to download a printable copy of the entry form.

3) A copy of the assignment (if possible).

Where to Submit

Submit online or turn in a printed copy to Adelheid Thieme’s mailbox in LL 542.

Deadline for Submissions

Submissions are accepted throughout the year and we strongly encourage early submissions. The deadline for submissions is April 29th, 2008 by noon.

RECOGNITION

Each May winners are recognized at the English Department’s Graduation and Awards ceremony. In addition, the winning essays are published here on the Writing Programs website.

Past Winners

2007-2008 Contest Winners

2006-2007 Contest Winners

2005-2006 Contest Winners

2004-2005 Contest Winners

2003-2004 Contest Winners