Published: 09 Feb 2024 154 views
The Mushkat Memorial Essay Prize was established by Mr. William Mushkat in 1942 to foster academic excellence and scholarly research into the meaning and principles that define “tolerance.” Researchers are encouraged to examine topics that promote amity and good relations among people and or nations of the world. Papers can be of any subject of national or international importance, but your research must demonstrate how tolerance and goodwill among people and nations are inextricably linked.
In order to be considered for this award, submitted essays must explicitly address the research topic as outlined in this Background statement.
Dalhousie University (commonly known as Dal) is a large public research university in Nova Scotia, Canada, with three campuses in Halifax, a fourth in Bible Hill, and a second medical school campus in Saint John, New Brunswick. Dalhousie offers more than 4,000 courses, and over 200 degree programs in 13 undergraduate, graduate, and professional faculties.[6] The university is a member of the U15, a group of research-intensive universities in Canada. The institution was established as Dalhousie College, a nonsectarian institution established in 1818 by the eponymous Lieutenant Governor of No... continue reading
Students selected for the award will be awarded a $6,000
Candidates are to submit a copy of their essay in electronic form to [email protected] accompanied by a letter of recommendation from a current Dalhousie faculty member by 4:30 pm on February 26, 2024. The award winner will be asked to make a public presentation of their research essay.
