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Hilleman Essay Contest-Specific Resources
In this section you will find resources specific to the Hilleman Essay Contest.
- Download and review the 2025 contest rules.
- Find a contest checklist to help you plan and submit your essay.
- Watch “Tip Talk,” a short video to see what makes essays stand out from the crowd.
- Check out previous winning essays.
- Learn about Dr. Hilleman.
Other Helpful Resources from the VEC-VMP
Additional Resources
Every professional has tools for their job, and writers are no different. Take a look at the links below for information that can be helpful anytime you are writing.
Essay structuring
- “The Writing Process” (article) Center for Learning and Writing Support
- Different Types of Essays (student resource) Tutor.com
- Graphic Organizer for a Five-Paragraph Essay (worksheet) Bucks County Community College
Word counter
Word processors like Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and Apple Pages often have a built-in word counter. Alternatively, you can use one of the free options listed here:
Spell/Grammar Check
Word processors like Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and Apple Pages often have built-in spelling and grammar checkers. Alternatively, you can use one of the free options listed here: