It might, however, be awarded to a student from any part of the state. The most important aspect is treatment of the topic. Selection is made by members of the Missouri Historical Society staff or persons designated by them. The winner will be announced at the History Day awards ceremony, and the recipient will be recognized at the annual meeting of the Society in Columbia. Members of the University of Missouri Department of History select the winning paper.
Selection is made by a person knowledgeable in Missouri history.