The Cultural Agents Initiative, the Office of the Dean for the Humanities in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and Harvard University Press host an annual undergraduate essay contest that encourages students to explore the impact of literature on their lives. The winner receives a $500 gift certificate to Harvard University Press. Please stay tuned for next year's contest!

View Announcement Poster: 2009, 2008, 2007.

2009 Winners
- Jessica Sequeira
- Elizabeth Nicholas

2008 Winners
- Jose Olivarez
- Diana Wise

2007 Winners
- Jessica Estep