2012 Grantham Prize Entry Submission Checklist

Applicants must  include seven copies of the following items:

___ The Entry Form filled out completely, with appropriate signature(s).

___ A cover letter or concise summary (approximately 250 words) describing the entry submitted for Prize consideration. If appropriate, the summary must describe all web-based components (e.g., video, text, audio, etc.) to clarify the scope of the entry for the jury.

___ Short biography of each entrant listed on the Entry Form.

___ Audience challenges to the substantive content of the submission, if any. These might include subsequent letters to the editor or published or broadcast corrections.

___ The journalism entry (see acceptable formats for details). Entrant is responsible for assuring electronic submissions are readable in both PC and Mac formats. Entrant must provide access to online stories or series, including a username and password if required.

Complete entry packages must also include:

___ One copy of completed Permission Form for each entrant listed on the Entry Form. The Permission Form should be downloaded from the Grantham Prize Web site, printed, signed and included in the package. Only one copy of this form is required.

___ One copy of any supplemental information. (Look here for additional information about this item.)

___ Check or money order in the amount of US$40, payable to Metcalf Institute.

___Sender should request that the postmark be printed and affixed to the package.

Entry packages should be sent to:

Grantham Prize Administrator
Metcalf Institute for Marine and Environmental Reporting
URI Graduate School of Oceanography
218 South Ferry Road
Narragansett, R.I. 02882