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If your college age child is a fan of writing contests – or just a fan of prizes they may want to check out the Modern Love – College Essay Contest that is being hosted by the New York Times.

In 1,500 to 2,000 words wants to know about the current state of love and relationships from a college student’s perspective. After all, modern day love isn’t what it used to be. The internet and social networking has forever changed the meaning of a “blind date”.

Meg at Fairfield County Child sent this tidbit my way. (Thanks Meg! :) )While Meg’s site focuses Southern Connecticut, her excellent parenting tips – like this one are universally useful.

What parent wouldn’t beam with pride if their child won one of the New York Times writing contests? And I did mention prizes, didn’t I? The winner of the Modern Love writing contest will receive $1,000 and they will also be featured on mtvU.

Of course, the deadline is quick approaching – March 31, 2008 to be exact. The winning essay will be published in a special Modern Love section of the New York Times on May 4, 2008 and also online. I am looking forward to reading about how this generation of teens perceive the new dating scene.

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