Michigan National Rural Health Day Essay Contest
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The Northern Michigan University Center for Rural Health and partners offer an essay contest for high school seniors who live and attend school in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, who are college/university bound in fall 2026, and intend to pursue healthcare careers.
Essay Question: In your rural area of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, identify two challenges people encounter regarding preventative healthcare and then explain two solutions for overcoming these challenges.
Eligible participants are high school seniors who live and attend school in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, who are college/university bound in fall 2026, and intend to pursue healthcare careers.
Award amounts:
- First place - $500
- Second place - $250
- Third place - $100
A link to the online submission form is available on the program website.
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