Eligibility Evidence of exceptional creativity, broad understanding of physical principles, and outstanding potential for innovative research is expected. College seniors wishing to pursue the Ph.D. degree in any of the fields of particular interest to the Foundation, as well as graduate students already in the process of doing so, may apply. D. study program. Untimely or incompletely-submitted applications will be entertained only at the Foundation's discretion and convenience. The Johns Hopkins University Citizenship Essay Contest One of the many freedoms we enjoy in America is the freedom of association.
Many individuals establish their primary identities from associations with others.
Membership in those associations carries a variety of benefits and privileges, but also creates important responsibilities and obligations. When there is a balance between the benefits and privileges enjoyed by the members and the obligations and responsibilities accepted by the members, the maximum value of those associations to the individual and to society is achieved. The concept of citizenship embodies that balance. To explore these issues, the Johns Hopkins Institute of Policy Studies announces an essay contest to reward students who write the most thoughtful essays about citizenship. Citizenship is defined broadly to include membership in a community of individuals sharing common goals and experiences.