2025 Fitzgibbon Endowed Alumni Prize

The Fitzgibbon Endowed Alumni Prize was established in honor of Cecelia Fitzgibbon, who served as the 10th President of the College. Each year, Moore alumni are invited to submit an original essay or poem in response to the prompt, “What Moore means to me," to be eligible for a cash prize of up to $5,000. This year’s recipient is invited to share their winning essay during the Alumni Exhibition Closing Reception & Award Ceremony on Friday, June 13.

Eligibility

  • All Moore alumni are eligible to submit an essay or poem.
  • Submissions must address the prompt “What Moore means to me.”
  • Essays must be 750 words or fewer; poems should not exceed one single-spaced page.
  • All entries must be received on or before 11:59 pm EST, Monday, March 31.

Selection Criteria

In selecting the winner, the following criteria are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5 by the selection committee:

  • Originality and creativity demonstrated through a distinctive voice, perspective, structure, or storytelling approach.
  • Persuasiveness and clarity with strong organization, grammar, and style.
  • A clear enthusiasm for and deep engagement with the Moore community.

 

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