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Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest
Annual essay contest for undergraduate students exploring ethical questions. Includes prompts, guidelines, eligibility, and past winners.
Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics
Key details
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- Deadline
- January 20, 2026, 5:00pm Pacific Time
- Award amount
- First Prize – $10,000
- Academic level
- Undergraduate, Graduate
- Citizenship
- Not listed yet
- Eligibility
- Registered undergraduate students at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the U.S. during Spring 2026.; Students studying abroad are eligible if registered full-time at their U.S. home school.; Not eligible if not yet attending college, in high school, attending two-year programs, part-time, or in graduate programs.; Full-time undergraduate students at accredited US four-year colleges/universities in Spring 2026; Must continue studies in Fall 2026
- Application materials
- Essay submission; Essay; Official enrollment verification (Registrar letter or National Student Clearinghouse document); Faculty Sponsor information (optional)
Official source pages
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Doing the Most Good: A Story About Hope
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Lemonade from Lemons: The Ethics of Suffering, Oppression, and Newfound Privilege
An essay exploring the ethics of suffering, oppression, and privilege, particularly for first-generation, low-income students.
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Suffering in Their Place
A personal essay reflecting on the nature of suffering, indifference, and the ethical imperative to care about strangers' pain, inspired by personal history and philosophical concepts.
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Doing Time
A PDF document titled 'Doing Time' discussing time, justice, and ethics, particularly within the carceral system and referencing Emmanuel Levinas.
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Gavriel Brown - Losing Self, Finding Self
A personal essay reflecting on the author's experience volunteering at a Super Storm Sandy evacuation shelter and the philosophical implications of encountering 'the other'.
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Andrew King Essay
An essay discussing the philosophical perspectives on animals, consciousness, and ethical considerations, referencing philosophers like Bosch, Nagel, Descartes, and Kant.
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In the Absence of Memory
Essay discussing the ethics of Holocaust documentation and representation, focusing on artistic and literary interpretations of memory and history.
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Ana Dougherty - Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics
This PDF details Ana Dougherty's second prize win in the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics competition, focusing on ethical obligations to the 'unwanted'.
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The Ethics of Intrusion
Essay by Christina Whitcomb exploring the ethical implications of humanitarian work and cultural intrusion, questioning the impact of aid on recipients' identities and self-worth.
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Alejandro Camacho - Exploring the Ethics of National Loyalty
A PDF document titled 'Alejandro Camacho' exploring the ethics of national loyalty, focusing on Mexican students abroad and the concept of 'compromiso'.
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Kingdom of the Sick: The Ethics of Assisted Suicide
A PDF exploring the ethics of assisted suicide, focusing on Switzerland's laws and practices, and contrasting them with other countries. It discusses patient autonomy and physician duties.
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The View from My Window: The Ethics of Using Violence to Fight Fascism
A PDF document exploring the ethics of using violence against fascism, drawing parallels between historical events like the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and contemporary anti-fascist movements.
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Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics - 2026 Essay Contest Information & Guidelines
Guidelines for the 2026 Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics essay contest, including eligibility, essay topic, formatting, and submission deadlines.
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The Silent Color Red: A Historical and Biographical Approach to the Forced Abortions of Communist China
This PDF details the ethical calamity of China's forced abortion laws, exploring historical context, social ramifications, and personal stories.
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The Secret Lives of Private School Students
An essay exploring ethics, secrecy, truth-telling, and whistleblowing within social media, focusing on a high school incident involving hate speech and memes.
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Navigating the Border Between Hospitality and Justice: Refugee Pushbacks, Search-and-Rescue, and the Ethics of Solidarity
This PDF discusses refugee pushbacks, search-and-rescue operations, and the ethical dilemmas faced by humanitarian aid organizations in the Mediterranean.
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Haunting
A personal narrative detailing childhood experiences in Xinjiang, China, and the ethical dilemma of speaking out about the Uyghur genocide.
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A Symphony In Silence
An essay exploring environmental injustice and ethical dilemmas in Taiwan and the Rio Grande Valley, focusing on community resilience and the weight of unseen harm.
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The Moral Dilemma of Living
An essay exploring the complexities of life, purpose, and meaning, questioning the value of existence amidst personal and global struggles.
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Eliah Medina Essay
An essay discussing the ethical implications of concealed handguns on college campuses in Texas, exploring personal experiences and societal impact.
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Michael Ivory
An essay reflecting on socioeconomic inequality, the "inside/outside" game of oppression, and the author's role within a university system.
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Aimee Griffin - Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics
This PDF document contains information related to Aimee Griffin and the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics, likely a past award recipient or related entry.
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The Silenced Voice: Examining the Evolving Debate on Pediatric Cochlear Implantation
This PDF discusses the ethical debate surrounding pediatric cochlear implantation, exploring perspectives from the medical community and the Deaf community.
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The Bridges of Intersectionality and Fallacy: Unveiling Feminism’s Global Paradox
A personal narrative exploring the complexities of feminism, ethics, and global solidarity, triggered by events in Iran and India.
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Sacred or Sovereign: The Battle Over Life’s Beginning
A PDF exploring the complex ethical and personal questions surrounding abortion, life's beginning, and the weight of choice.
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We Know Only Men: Reading Emmanuel Levinas On The Rez
A PDF document exploring themes of community, service, legacy, and human connection through the lens of Cherokee culture and the philosophy of Emmanuel Levinas.
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Southern (dis)Comfort
A personal essay reflecting on the complexities of loving the American South, its people, nature, and history, despite its challenges and societal issues.
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O Land of Bosnia: Identity, Belonging, and the Nation
A PDF document titled 'O Land of Bosnia: Identity, Belonging, and the Nation' by Nejra Kravic, discussing personal identity and national belonging.
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The Ethics of Geopolitics – Le Carré’s Timelessness
An exploration of geopolitics and ethics through the lens of John le Carré's spy novels, examining moral ambiguity and government actions.
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The Shoulder of Giants
A personal narrative detailing the author's family's journey from Ukraine to the United States, highlighting themes of resilience, opportunity, and the ethical treatment of immigrants and refugees.
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Any Fraction of Infinity: Aging, Illness, and the Right to Continue
This PDF discusses ethical considerations of aging, illness, and the right to continue living, referencing philosophers Hardwig and Singer.
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Kidney Markets: Irreconcilable Aims of Medicine and Organ Markets
An essay exploring the ethical debate surrounding kidney markets, analyzing their impact on the dignity of individuals and the body within the context of medicine.
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Ethics: A Conveniently Used Word
An essay discussing the importance of ethics, personal integrity, and ethical decision-making in various life situations, including professional and political contexts.
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Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program: A Moral Responsibility to Right the Wrongs of Harmful Housing Policies and “Urban Renewal” Programs
This PDF discusses the ethics of residential segregation in post-war America, focusing on Levittown, PA, and the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program.
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Scattered Leaves: Piecing Life Back Together
A personal narrative detailing the trauma of war in Syria, forced migration, and the process of rebuilding a life in the U.S., focusing on ethical dilemmas and resilience.
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A Lonely Farewell
This PDF document is a first-place essay titled 'A Lonely Farewell' by Michael Zhu, exploring themes of ethics, autonomy, and cultural differences in end-of-life care.
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Denied: Privacy, Dignity, Death
A personal essay reflecting on the author's father's death from cancer and exploring the ethics of physician-assisted suicide.
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Hidden in Plain Sight - Human Trafficking Essay
An essay discussing human trafficking, its history, prevalence, and impact on vulnerable populations, particularly children. It includes personal experiences and analysis.
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Unseen and Unheard: The Neglect and Re-Victimization of Sexual Violence Survivors in America’s Legal System
A PDF document discussing the systemic failures within America's legal system regarding sexual violence survivors, highlighting neglect and re-victimization.
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