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Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition (HCGEC)
Fri, Jan 30
|Virtual Event
A global essay contest focused on critical thinking and writing, with prompts released early in the year and judged by academic professionals and journalists.
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Time & Location
Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – Feb 23, 2026, 11:00 PM
Virtual Event
About the event
Focus: Critical global issues, research and argumentationWho can enter: Students worldwideDeadlines:
Early registration: Dec 15, 2025
Final registration: Feb 10, 2026
Extras: Mentorship sessions, recognition, ties to Harvard’s summer journalism course.
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