The Silk-Road Universities Network (SUN) is pleased to announce the 8th WRICOS (Writing Contest of SUN) 2025–2026, an annual international writing competition celebrating the cultural, historical, and linguistic diversity of the Silk Roads and encouraging university students to share their perspectives and creativity through writing.
The competition features the following themes:
Poetry:
“Voices of the Silk Roads: Bridging Cultures”
Essay:
“What is the most critical challenge threatening the sustainability of modern civilization? Why do you consider this specific challenge to be the most significant? As university students, what roles should we play, and what actions must we take to address this issue?”
Important Dates
- Submission deadline: September 7, 2026, 23:59 GST
- Results announcement: September 28, 2026
Selected awardees will be invited to attend the 11th SUN General Assembly in Algeria, with travel support provided according to their award category.
Students of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh) are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to share their ideas, experiences, and creativity and contribute to the dialogue on the shared cultural and historical heritage of the Silk Roads.
For further information on the competition rules, submission procedure, and other details, please consult the official WRICOS website and application form.
For enquiries: wricos@sun0822.org
CC: secretariat@sun0822.org, ussunstudents@gmail.com
Attachment: Official Poster for WRICOS 2025-2026