C e n t e r     f o r    
 International 
Academic  Programs

A Picture Tells a Thousand Words
2008 Study Abroad Photo Contest!



Fall 07, Academic Year 07-08, Winter 08 and Summer 08,  participant entries must be received in our drop box by:
Tuesday September 2, 2008 - Midnight
See eligibility and contest rules below

Do you have that "perfect photo" that sums up your study abroad experience? Well, if so, we want it! In fact, we may even pay you for it! The Center for International Academic Programs is pleased to sponsor the third annual study abroad photo contest. Prizes will be offered for the three best photographs submitted, which will then be used in promotional materials for UMKC study abroad programs. Photos should show UMKC students "in action" in their host countries and should somehow represent the ideals of study abroad (academic learning, culture learning, international awareness, sensitivity, and fun). There are three categories in which entries will be placed (follow the links for more information):  Scenic, Student in Action, and Wild Card.  A first and second prize recipient will be chosen in each category allowing for six student/photographers the opportunity to win a cash prize!

Eligibility: Any UMKC student who has participated in a year, semester or summer study abroad program during the 2007-208 academic year is eligible to enter the photo contest.

Rules for Entry:

1.      All entries become the property of the Center for International Academic Programs.

2.      Students may enter up to 3 photographic prints OR emailed photos.  Prints must be 4" x 6". 

3.      Photos must be accompanied by a title and written description, including: name of photographer, study abroad program and year, name of subject, location and/or event, any other relevant background information.

4.      No more than one prize will be awarded to any one student.

5.      The Center for International Academic Programs reserves the right to cancel the photo contest in the event that an insufficient number of entries of suitable quality are submitted.

Prizes: Cash prizes (3) First Prize: $75, (3) Second Prize: $25, (3) Honorable Mentions (Study Abroad Globe Photo Clip). Winners will be announced and displayed at the Fall Study Abroad Fair on September 25th from 11am-2pm, Pierson Auditorium.  Participants do not have to be present to win this contest.  Winning photos will also be displayed on CIAP’s Study Abroad website.

Judging: Photos will be reviewed by a panel consisting of the CIAP staff and UMKC art/photography faculty, whenever possible. Selection criteria include:

1.      Photographic quality - technical merit (focus, clarity, lighting, etc.)

2.      Representation of the study abroad experience

3.      Sensitivity toward the host culture

Deadlines:  Entries for Fall, Academic Year, Winter and Summer participants must be received by Tuesday September 2, 2008 by Midnight. 

Entries should be submitted to:
Center for International Academic Programs
ATTN: PHOTO CONTEST
5325 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO  64110
Telephone: (816) 235-5759
(For after hours submission, use the mail slot on our front door)

Scenic:  Did you capture that perfect picture of a historical landmark or amazing countryside? Well this category might win you some money.  Here are some examples of what we would consider “scenic”:                                 

         

Student in Action:  Hitting the books; on an academic outing; a photo that relates to your academic experience.  Here are some examples of what we would consider “student in action”:

Wild Card:  This can be anything – use your creativity!  Is there a picture of you holding the Eiffel Tower in the palm of your hand or cuddling a kangaroo in the outback?  Here are some examples of what we would consider “wild card”:     

                                 

DON'T FORGET:

*Your name with each photograph (up to 3 are 4x6's are allowed for submission - 1 per category). If emailed, please tell us your name in the body of the email.

*Title and written description, including study abroad program and semester/year, name of subject, location and/or event, any other relevant background information

*Make yourself TWO photos because we will keep the prints you turn in ...

Good luck! 
Viel Glueck! 
¡Buena suerte! 
Bonne chance! 
행운을 빕니다! 
Buona fortuna!

University of Missouri-Kansas City
 Center for International Academic Programs
5325 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110-2499 USA
Phone: 816.235.5759  Fax: 816.235.5610
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