M. Jarvin Emerson Student Paper Competition

M. Jarvin Emerson Student Paper Competition

The M. Jarvin Emerson Student Paper Competition is open to any student enrolled or recently graduated from an academic program (graduate or undergraduate). Student papers dealing with all aspects of regional development, including cultural, physical and economic processes, are welcome. Three finalists will be selected: the winner, the runner up, and the honorable mention. The winner of the Student Paper Competition will receive a $500 prize. The runner up and the honorable mention will each receive a $200 prize.

Submission of the paper requires the following:

  • The student must currently be enrolled at an academic institution currently or have completed studies during the 2024-25 academic year.
  • The author of the winning papers must present the research at the MCRSA’s annual conference.
  • Co-authorship between students is acceptable.
  • Co-authorship between a student and faculty advisors is acceptable, but the student should take the leading role and make the substantive contribution.
  • If a paper is co-authored with a faculty advisor, please provide a support letter from this faculty advisor.
  • Papers must be submitted electronically by e-mail. In addition to the electronic copy of the paper, competitors also must mail, e-mail, or fax a copy of their student ID.
  • The winner of the competition is encouraged to submit their paper to the Journal of Regional Analysis and Policy.

Competitors should submit the following materials before the April 15, 2025 deadline.

  • The electronic copy of the paper;
  • A copy of the student ID; and
  • A faculty support letter, if the paper is co-authored with a faculty advisor.

Materials should be submitted to Dr. Merissa Piazza, MCRSA Vice President at [email protected]