Observed arrival · 2026-09-22
The Omelas Prize Is Looking for Students, Not Résumés
A Boston company is offering five college students $10,000 each for a short video answering four personal questions.
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- College students seeking unconventional financial support
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- Five awards of $10,000 are based on one short video and four questions, rather than a project or résumé.
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The organizers frame the award as an alternative to conditional student funding tied to grades, companies, résumés, or plans. The application asks for a few minutes of direct-to-camera answers, including a biggest regret and a hot take, then requests the applicant’s name and contact details. The page gives a September 30 deadline and links to an essay, privacy policy, and terms.
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