NCAA opens nationwide search for young historians

THE National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), through the Executive Council of the National Committee on Historical Research (NCHR), launches the official call for nominations for the 2016 Young Historian’s Prize (YHP).

Since the inception of YHP, NCCA have recognized outstanding scholars who have contributed significantly to the field of history and historiography. Nominations are open for young historians and scholars aged 21 to 40. Chosen scholars are judged based on a single work in the field of history.

Now on its fifth year, NCCA continues to encourage the study of history through its 2016 Young Historian’s Prize. Interested scholars must submit unpublished manuscripts of historical academic works ( i. e journal, articles, thesis and dissertations) clearly demonstrating the use of primary sources and written in the proper academic format. Entries must be completed in the last three years and must have single authorship.

Copies of the Nomination Form may be obtained at the Cultural Heritage Section or may be downloaded at the NCCA website. Nominations may be submitted through ordinary mail to the National Committee on Historical Research, Cultural Heritage Section, Room 5C, 5th Floor, National Commission for Culture and the

the NCCA Cultural Heritage Section at 527-2192 local 505.