Announcing Scholarship For Students by cochtrane(m): 5:37pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
I’d like to thank everyone for taking out time to participate in this competition. Though it was not as intense as I expected it to be, there were still good submissions which showed sufficient creativity. My only grouse is that I couldn’t find an essay without extremely poor punctuation and/or very poor grammatical structure. There was ample time to get things right (more than 4 weeks), but it appears most people just made half-hearted attempts to turn in something. This is not impressive and frankly should not be rewarded. Naturally, it would mean there are no winners since none of the entries meet the required bar. However, not rewarding you guys for some of your work would perhaps be even worse.
This means I’m introducing a new twist. I’m cutting all prize money by half. I hope this will serve as motivation for you guys to take the next competition more seriously and try your best to turn in excellent work.
The winners this time are: 1st place ==> Olowomi11 ==> Prize money : 50k 1st runner-up ==> MrHistorian ==> Prize money: 10k 2nd runners-up ==> JasperjNr, Tekahashi, VillageBus ==> Prize money: 3.333k (split three ways)
Winners will receive a mail from me shortly requesting their details for transfer of the prize money. Good luck!
Okay, please submit your interest this way: You have one of two options: Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..." Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win. Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic. Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here. You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM. All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions (20k each). This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May. This has officially ended now. Results will be published between 15th and 17th of May. Goodluck Small update: new dates should now be 17th to 19th May Results are out! I have posted my assessments below of each person's contribution. Sadly, I could not find one essay without significant grammatical errors. You guys should have done better with QC'ing your entry before submission. Anyways, results of the winners will be posted later in the day. Watch this thread. If you submitted an essay and your name is not here, then you very likely did not follow instructions by posting a summary of your essay on this thread. Feedback
Addme ==> Poor grammatical structure. Sometimes off point Alexaonfleek ==> Largely off point. Some grammatical errors Benblaq ==> Not original changein2020 ==> Mostly off point. Many grammatical errors Duchessree ==> Mostly unrelated to the two propositions. Not original EmkayOfficial ==> Method is known https://www.cuemath.com/numbers/fraction-to-decimal/. No expansion of known method. Godownfc ==> Mostly off point. Some grammatical errors and inadequate grammatical structures JasperjNr ==> Not bad. Some grammatical errors. Johnchrix ==> Not original Kingkyle1 ==> Not nearly on point. Some grammatical errors Kreddy ==> not substantive. A lot of grammatical errors Lastbornbuns ==> Nearly off point. Some spelling errors. Some grammatical errors. Lima98 ==>Not original Maryjane001 ==> Started well, but soon went off point. Some grammatical errors. MrHistorian ==> Nearly always on point. Lack good transitions. No conclusion. Some grammatical errors. Olowomi11 ==> Very good. A lot of potential for better development. Could make stronger impact. Poor punctuation. Some grammatical errors. seankafor ==> Good premise, but not well constructed. Poor structure. Some grammatical errors Tekahashi ==> Very imaginative. Good idea. But poor grammatical structure for the most part. Poor punctuation. VillageBus ==> Introduction not well developed. Sometimes off point. Some grammatical errors. yungevvy ==> Mostly off point. Poor punctuation. Some grammatical errors.
1. If your name is not listed below, you have not been entered in this competition. 2. If you haven't sent ID, please do. I may be reaching out between now and 15th to reconfirm each person's ID. Submissions: Lima98 Olowomi11 EmkayOfficial seankafor Addme Kingkyle1 Lastbornbuns Duchessree Kreddy Tekahashi Benblaq yungevvy MrHistorian JasperjNr
Alexaonfleek Godsownfc changein2020 VillageBus Maryjane001 Johnchrix
I'm announcing a small scholarship for University students in the country. Watch out for this space in a few days where I'll make the announcement and state the requirements to qualify. Submissions will involve a creative essay or original mathematical thinking. Prize money for now is 100k for the winning entry and 20k for two honourable mentions. I'm hoping to increase this prize money next year significantly to possibly 1 million, but with stricter requirements.
If this interests you, follow this space We must do all we can to encourage independent thought and research among Nigerian students.
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Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Uzomacharles: 5:50pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
No wam |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Nobody: 6:19pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
Okay boss Here with you
I'm definitely with you |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Yohans(m): 6:29pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
Following. |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by gfaruk(m): 7:37pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
Following |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by yusman14(m): 8:46pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
Nice one |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by DrPurple(m): 10:48pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
Noted |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by DrPurple(m): 10:50pm On Apr 05, 2022 |
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Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Benblaq(m): 10:16am On Apr 07, 2022 |
All good sir 1 Like |
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Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by cochtrane(m): 5:05pm On Apr 07, 2022 |
Updated! 2 Likes |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Lima98(f): 8:56pm On Apr 07, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions. This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
unbelievable sir I wish to be among your scholarship I stop my education at secondary school immediately after my dad death and I have been look for a way to continued my education but there is no helper so I went into a season business with my twins sister in order to help and support our mummy with our younger sibling since our mom can't do anything till last months which I lost my twins sister to a bowel blockage in her stomach and we were ask to provide 500,000 for an immediate operation but it was too late by then before i could look for the money i lost her hmmm sir I don't even have a waec result but I have passion for school of nursing i want to become a nurse I want to become something better in the future sir I hope you look forward to me and I wish you understand my write up the way it's in my mind tnkz mayGod bless you and reward you may you never lack anything in your life your way shall be open more widely sir. 1 Like |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by cochtrane(m): 7:09am On Apr 14, 2022 |
Lima98: unbelievable sir I wish to be among your scholarship I stop my education at secondary school immediately after my dad death and I have been look for a way to continued my education but there is no helper so I went into a season business with my twins sister in order to help and support our mummy with our younger sibling since our mom can't do anything till last months which I lost my twins sister to a bowel blockage in her stomach and we were ask to provide 500,000 for an immediate operation but it was too late by then before i could look for the money i lost her hmmm sir I don't even have a waec result but I have passion for school of nursing i want to become a nurse I want to become something better in the future sir I hope you look forward to me and I wish you understand my write up the way it's in my mind tnkz mayGod bless you and reward you may you never lack anything in your life your way shall be open more widely sir. Apply with your maths formulation or essay and you could win 5 Likes |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by jalodo2: 10:48am On Apr 14, 2022 |
Lima98: unbelievable sir I wish to be among your scholarship I stop my education at secondary school immediately after my dad death and I have been look for a way to continued my education but there is no helper so I went into a season business with my twins sister in order to help and support our mummy with our younger sibling since our mom can't do anything till last months which I lost my twins sister to a bowel blockage in her stomach and we were ask to provide 500,000 for an immediate operation but it was too late by then before i could look for the money i lost her hmmm sir I don't even have a waec result but I have passion for school of nursing i want to become a nurse I want to become something better in the future sir I hope you look forward to me and I wish you understand my write up the way it's in my mind tnkz mayGod bless you and reward you may you never lack anything in your life your way shall be open more widely sir. |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Lima98(f): 11:25am On Apr 14, 2022 |
cochtrane:
Apply with your maths formulation or essay and you could win alright thanks |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by money121(m): 8:05pm On Apr 14, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions. This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
Nice one Keep it up bro 4 Likes |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by NairalandSARS: 2:20pm On Apr 15, 2022 |
Na wa o. Na when I done finish university, dem go bring 100k, from 1000 naira recharge card. |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Lima98(f): 10:25am On Apr 17, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions. This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
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Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Wanbissaka: 11:39pm On Apr 24, 2022 |
Interested. Will begin my entry tomorrow |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Herbephe1(m): 11:56pm On Apr 24, 2022 |
Good |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Kingkyle1(m): 12:53am On Apr 25, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions (20k each). This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
The essay part then 2 plus 2 |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by seankafor(m): 12:58am On Apr 25, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions (20k each). This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
are we going to submit here on this thread or on DM? |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by cochtrane(m): 2:08am On Apr 25, 2022 |
seankafor: are we going to submit here on this thread or on DM? DM. Then post a summary of your submission here. |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Nobody: 4:54am On Apr 25, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions (20k each). This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
I have sent a copy of my Essay "2 plus 2" to you Sir My Essay centered around my Kid's mathematical deficiency thereby affecting his happiness and wellness around me whenever we sit for arithmetic practice I wrote to the teacher demanding a tweak to the general rule not because I'm dumb about it but because of my kid's happiness,what if we decided 2+2=5 So what? As a loving Father,I wouldn't mind 2+2 being 5 provided it doesn't make my son to see himself as a failure..... Long Read,but its really worth it |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Duchessree(f): 6:05am On Apr 25, 2022 |
Wow, i saw this late but i will definetly give it a try |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Newfoundlove(f): 8:14am On Apr 25, 2022 |
cochtrane: Okay, please submit your interest this way:
You have one of two options:
Option 1: -write a creative essay on the subject "2 plus 2..."
Your writing should show creativity and depth of thought. It should be no less than 1000 words. You can write more if you want, but it's preferable to keep it below 2000 words. Write in a clear and concise way and let your mind wander. The topic is "2 plus 2...". So, you are free to come up with whatever theme you find suitable. But stay on the subject. If your writing doesn't stay on the subject, you won't win.
Option 2: -original elaboration on a mathematical topic.
Choose a topic in maths and extend it with your own ideas, showing what your thought process is. Of course, I'm not requiring that you invent a new mathematical process. That's not warranted. But I want you to find a maths topic that interests you and to attempt to extend it in a way that you think is original or fresh or intuitive. For example, you could take the binomial theorem and, say, extend it by arguing for a trinomial theorem, showing the formulas and all. Be inventive and creative. There is no limit to what you can write here.
You will make two submissions. -a summary of your ideas which you will post here on nairaland -your main submission/entry (essay or maths topic) which you will email to me. To establish communication with me, just send a PM.
All work must be your own. I will run submissions through plagiarism checkers to make sure. The sole requirement is that you must be a student in a Nigerian University
The prize money is 100k for the winner and 40k for two honourable mentions (20k each). This scholarship is open for 4 weeks from today. That's until 7th of May.
I joined NL on January 6, can I participate? |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by MrHistorian: 9:22am On Apr 25, 2022 |
Cochtrane
The "2+2" essay part. Is our submission expected to be typed and forwarded to your mail or should rather be in a document file that can be easily sent?
And the summary part, should the summary be posted after or before the essay submission?
Give a step-by-step guide sir. Don't wanna miss this opportunity. |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by IamAuntyOnion(f): 1:15pm On Apr 25, 2022 |
I will try my best |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by IamAuntyOnion(f): 1:18pm On Apr 25, 2022 |
cochtrane: Updated! I am Just seeing this thread and I am not in the university yet. Can I participate in the essay |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by EmkayOfficial(m): 8:52pm On Apr 25, 2022 |
Maths formulation. Title: Fraction-Decimal Resolution Table
Summary: Fraction-Decimal resolution table is a detailed technique developed by Mark, to convert fractions to decimals, in a more concise and scientific manner.
This method of conversion will enable students or learners to convert fractions to decimals without the aid of a calculator. Though, it is an advanced conversion method.
In addition, this technique is simple and logical. It will help to enhance learners/Students level of mathematical accuracy.
It is a new innovation, and it will really be of great benefit to students in high schools and colleges. |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by cochtrane(m): 4:36am On Apr 26, 2022 |
MrHistorian: Cochtrane
The "2+2" essay part. Is our submission expected to be typed and forwarded to your mail or should rather be in a document file that can be easily sent?
And the summary part, should the summary be posted after or before the essay submission?
Give a step-by-step guide sir. Don't wanna miss this opportunity. Just follow the instructions in the post. Send me your submission and put a summary on the thread, |
Re: Announcing Scholarship For Students by Nobody: 5:56am On Apr 26, 2022 |
cochtrane:
Just follow the instructions in the post. Send me your submission and put a summary on the thread, I'm not a student but I have a thread where I'm currently seeking for assistance. Please can I participate as well. I have sent a PM though |