WMU Department of History: Margaret MacMillan Writing Award Grant

WMU Department of History: Margaret MacMillan Writing Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Western Michigan University
Amount: US $350
Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Summary

The Margaret MacMillan Writing Award, presented by the WMU Department of History, recognizes exceptional undergraduate papers up to 4000 words. Judging criteria include mastery of writing skills, thoughtful interpretation of historical information, and clarity of expression. Submissions are open to all historical subjects, with a deadline of March 15. The award winner receives a stipend of $350, encouraging high-quality scholarship in history.

Overview

Margaret MacMillan Writing Award The Margaret Macmillan writing award honors undergraduate papers of not more than 4000 words (excluding notes and bibliography). Submissions are unrestricted as to historical subject and will be judged according to the following criteria: Mastery of writing skills necessary for effective communicationAppropriate thought in the interpretation and analysis of historical informationClear, concise expression and nuanced use of language. A call for submission announcement is forwarded to students each year; the deadline for submissions is March 15. The recipient of the Margaret Macmillan writing award receives a stipend of $350.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Submissions are unrestricted as to historical subject.Only papers prepared for courses taken or completed during the fall and spring semesters of the previous calendar year will be considered.