Essay Instructions
Choose one essay topic from the options below.
- 1. Aliens are taking over the planet and the only way to reason with them is to hand them one book and ask them
to read it. Which would you choose and why? - What if you could send one item or message to Mars that shares who we are as a society? What item would you
choose and why? - Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new
understanding of yourself or others?
Applicants may submit an essay in one of the following formats:
- Creative Writing
- Video
- Artwork
- Photography
Each format requirement is listed below. Only one submission type will be accepted per application.
Creative Writing Essay
400 words or less. For printed applications, include your essay in your mailed packet. For online applications, a
space will be provided to type or paste your essay.
Video Essay
3 minutes or less. Supply a YouTube or Vimeo link to this address:
www.mybcu.org/scholarship_digital_essay_uploads
Artwork Essay
One PDF or JPG document. Upload your submission to this address:
www.mybcu.org/scholarship_digital_essay_uploads
Photography Essay
Single photo or series that may contain up to no more than 3 photos. Upload your submission to this address:
www.mybcu.org/scholarship_digital_essay_uploads