Faces of the Future:

National Student Writing Contest

It's a contest just for you! ADVANCE for Respiratory Care & Sleep Medicine announces its first ever student writing contest. Judged by respected educators in respiratory care, The Faces of the Future: National Student Writing Contest highlights the new class of thought-leaders in the field.  Students and recent graduates are invited to submit an article on a topic of their choice related to respiratory care or sleep medicine. The winning entry will receive $250 and be published in August.  Submit an essay for a chance at the cash prize (and to plump up your resume.) Deadline: June 20  Contest Rules Undergraduate or graduate students may apply. More than one student can collaborate on the paper. Entries must be unpublished, with the exception of self-published material. Maximum length is 1,400 words. Judging Criteria Degree of difficulty in subject matter Demonstrates full understanding of content Completeness of research Applicability of subject matter to the profession Organization, clarity, and focus Creativity Conclusion References Sample Article Breath by Breath - High frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) and conventional mechanical ventilation have their advantages and disadvantages. Students from University of Alabama at Birmingham will discuss how conventional ventilation and HFOV operate, the uses of each, and a comparison of the two.