Applications and nominations are being accepted for the 2024 MacLauchlan Prizes for Effective Writing.

Returning undergraduate students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to apply for a MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing by October 6, 2024. Criteria and application forms for the four prize categories can be found through the links below. Note that there are numerous awards available per category. Submissions should be made electronically to scholarships@upei.ca.

MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (Community)
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (Course Work)
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (Faculty and Staff)
MacLauchlan Prize for Effective Writing (UPEI Writing Centre)

The family of Harry and Marjorie MacLauchlan of Stanhope PEI made a leadership gift to UPEI ​​​​​​​in July 2011 to create a substantial program of awards that encourages and recognizes student writing achievement. The gift honours H. Wade MacLauchlan’s 12 years of service as UPEI president and vice-chancellor and recognizes the importance of effective writing as a foundational skill for academic success and lifelong learning.