Wang Center Photo & Video Contest

The photographer/videographer must be a PLU student.

• Videographers may submit one (1) video
• Photographers may submit up to one (1) photograph per category

Digitally altered photos will not be considered. Cropping, Sepia Tone and Black & White photos are the ONLY acceptable alterations.

The Wang Center reserves the right to reject photos/videos that contain inappropriate content. Rejected photos/videos will be discarded without penalty to the contestant’s other submissions.

A maximum of two photos per person will be selected as winners. Winners will receive awards based on their highest placing submissions.

There are two ways to make your submissions. Submit through our Google Form, which is above OR direct message our Instagram. If you choose to submit via Instagram, please include the following information with each submission…

• First & Last Name
• Expected Graduation Month/Year
• Category of Submission
• Title of Photo/Video
• Significance of Photo/Video
• Approximate Photo/Video Location

Video Prompt Overview

The Wang Center will award one grand prize of $150 for the student video that best showcases your unique PLU study away story. Share how this journey has transformed you, highlighting surprising moments and meaningful connections that have shaped your perspective. We challenge you to authentically represent life and learning on a PLU study away program.

There is no set prompt so express yourself freely and creatively. As you create your submission, consider exploring the deeper question: “Why study away?” But ultimately, tell the story that feels most true to you.

Your video story can be shared in any digital format that resonates with you, whether it’s a traditional YouTube video (landscape), TikTok, Instagram Reel, or another creative format. You are welcome to incorporate any audio/visual elements (video, ash, animation, cell phone footage, social media content) as long as the work is created specifically for this contest. For traditional videos, keep the length between 30 seconds and 3 minutes. For TikToks and Reels, follow the platform’s standard time limits of 15 to 60 seconds. Please ensure that your subject matter is original and appropriate for public distribution.

Judging will be conducted by panels of PLU faculty, staff, and/or students based on the following criteria:

• Originality/creativity
• Photographic quality and visual impact
• Effectiveness in conveying the study away experience