April 8, 2008—The McIntire School congratulates the winners of the 2008 Madhu Chopra Writing Contest. The first-place winner was Clara Lee (McIntire ’09) for her poem, “Fridays”; the second-place winner was Puneet Maheshwari (McIntire ’09) for his essay, “Mock Interview.” Jervis Bay (McIntire ’10) won third place for his poem, “Artistry.”

Commerce students were invited to reflect on a special person or experience at McIntire that has increased their responsibility and concern for others. Entries were judged on originality, creativity, self-awareness, and use of language. The winners will receive cash prizes: first place, $300; second place, $150; and third place, $75.

Madhu Chopra (McIntire ’89) was a dedicated, spiritual Commerce student tragically killed in the summer of 1988. Madhu’s parents annually sponsor the writing contest in her memory.

Many thanks to Commerce students who creatively shared their experiences and to the Chopra family for making the contest possible. The many essays, poems, and experimental writings received were of an exceptionally high quality.

Judges included faculty members Lynn Hamilton, Bill Kehoe, Janette Martin, Rob Patterson, Marcia Pentz, and Susan Perry and Student Services’ Christina Martin. Special thanks to Student Services’ Jeannine Fields for her valuable help with the contest.

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