Select one of the five topics below and write an essay of 1,000 to 1,200 words (exclusive of citations). Essays will be evaluated based on the quality of your research, the clarity of your argument, and the originality of your thinking. Essays should reflect proper use of research and citation (standard in both journalistic and academic writing). Except for topic #5, essays should make reference to three to five external sources (news articles, broadcasts, or other professional media sources; additional references to social media may be used to support your argument). All papers should include properly referenced footnotes to primary and/or secondary sources in Chicago style.
