The Off-Campus Studies Photo Contest is an annual celebration of student experiences abroad. It is open to all current students who have participated or are currently participating in an off-campus study program, a fellowship, and/or an international internship.

Timeline

  • April 8: First Round of Judging
  • May 15: Second Round of Judging
  • May 21: 40th Photo Contest Celebration (11:00am – 2:00pm in Upper Sayles)

Photo Contest Celebration Countdown!

Categories and Prizes

OCS Categories:

  • People ($50)
  • Place ($50) 
  • Story ($50) 
  • People’s Choice Award ($50) 

Sponsored Categories:

  • Foods of the World (Pizza Party) – by Bon Appetit
  • Flora & Fauna of the World ($50+merch) – by the Arb
  • Libraries Around the World ($100) – by the Libe
  • Home Away from Home (100) – by Res Life
  • Pride Around the World ($100) – by GSC
  • Sports of the World ($100) – by the Rec Center
  • Carls Off-Campus ($200) – by Communications 

Submission window closed for the 40th Annual OCS Photo Contest.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Program Period: Photos must be taken during the active period of the Program/Internship/Fellowship.
  2. Originality: Submissions must be original photographs taken and submitted by the author.
  3. File Size: Photos must be at least 2 MB in size/resolution. HEIC (iPhone) photos are not supported.
  4. Maximum Submissions: Each student can submit up to three photos. Please use a separate form for each photo. The deadline is Monday, February 9.