Park National Bank is excited to partner with The New Albany Community Foundation to provide an essay contest for all students attending the 2024-2025 lectures in person or virtually. Students will get the opportunity to share their perspectives from two of the 2025 lectures and one student will win a $1,000 scholarship award from Park. Park is a proud supporter of education in our communities, and we look forward to celebrating our wonderful students during this lecture series.

General Instructions

• Students who attend will have the opportunity to submit a written essay (400-600 words) or a video recording response (2-3 minutes) to Park National Bank – using the form below.
• Students will have a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship for the January and February lectures.
• Students will have approximately one week to submit their essay or video following the lecture.
• The winner will be announced and the award will be presented at the next lecture. The scholarship check will be mailed directly to the winner from Park National Bank.
• Your submission is your agreement for Park National Bank/The New Albany Community Foundation to use part or all of your submission for future marketing and fundraising initiatives.