The David Hudak Memorial Essay Contest for Freethinking, First-in-the-Family College Students is open only to individuals who will be attending or are currently enrolled in a North American college or university in fall 2026, and whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not completed an associate's (2-year) or bachelor's degree (4-year) from an accredited college or university. Students who will be graduating from college in the spring or summer 2026 will remain eligible to enter this contest. Please visit the award's website or contact the Freedom From Religion Foundation for more information.