The $2500 Abdel Ross Wentz Prize is awarded for a a graduate student essay on the history of American Lutheranism. (A separate $2500 prize is award to a graduate student in a seminary or divinity school.) Essays based on original research on any aspect of American Lutheran history, or essays providing an interpretive survey and critique of published research are equally welcome.

The deadline to apply for the prize is August 31, 2014. To learn more about the award and how to apply, visit the award details in the Calendar of Events.

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