Congrats to W. Ira Parsons with two Special Awards for his NHD Senior Paper

 Congrats to W. Ira Parsons winning two awards for his Senior Paper for National History Day! Titled “The Endless Frontier”: How Atomic Revolution, Reaction, and Reform Gave Us Our Current System of Public Investment in Science.

Ira was recognized for Best Government History sponsored by Stephanie Mann with a monetary award of $50. The prize is awarded to the best entry in any category, in either division, which illuminates the history of the American federal, state, or local government.

He also won The Diana Smith Award of $150 which is given to the paper that exemplifies historical argument aligned with the NHD theme. The author of this paper demonstrates historical analysis, compelling argumentation, strong and documented research, clear writing and insightful engagement with the past. Diana is a very active Historical League member and has been a NHD judge for many years.

National History Day Special Honors Showcase Students

NHD News Washington D.C. SHOWCASE Special honors at Nationals for these three students:

- Ruhi Rane was chosen to showcase her junior exhibit at the National Museum of American History on June 11. Title - Pins, Needles, and Responsibilities: The ILGWU and the Fight for Workers Rights.

Historical League members were impressed with her exhibit when they attended the mentoring "Day at the Museum" sponsored by Scottsdale's Museum of the West in May. Ruhi's attention to detail was so impressive. Great use of imagery and research.

- W. Ira Parsons was selected to attend a Writers Workshop sponsored by the White House Historical Association. His senior paper was Rights Without Responsibilities: How the Framers of International Space Law Failed to Anticipate Commercialization.

Ten students (out of 2,895) were selected for a virtual paper showcase at the White House Historical Association (WHHA), covering topics related to the history of the White House or the history of the presidency. These students, along with eight additional students, were invited to attend a writers’ workshop at The People’s House: A White House Experience on June 11.

- Brad Wu showcased his first place winning senior documentary at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Title is Camp Jened: A Revolution Born in the Mountains.

Historical League members got a preview of the documentary in May at Scottsdale's Museum of the West mentoring "Day at the Museum" and we appreciate his work!

To read the full Press Release, click below:

https://nhd.org/en/2025/06/04/nhd-showcases-2025/?utm_source=iContact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=national-history=

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