1. Entrants submitting photos for the contest must be currently in attendance at the University of Michigan at the undergraduate or graduate level.
2. Photograph entries must be the original work of the entrant and must be taken on the University of Michigan campus.
3. Photos must be submitted with a resolution of 300 DPI or higher. Any file type is acceptable.
4. Each email submission must include the following:
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a) The title of the work
b) The complete name of the photographer, class standing, college affiliation (LSA, Engineering, etc.)
c) Where the photograph was taken
d) A paragraph of no more than 250 words explaining how the photograph applies to the theme of “Science on Campus.” |
5. In submitting photographs of individuals, it is assumed by the University of Michigan that the photographer has obtained the rights and permission of those featured in the photograph. The University of Michigan is not responsible for cases in which permission has not been granted by the subjects.
6. By submitting photographs to the contest via email, entrants are agreeing to grant the University of Michigan permission to use the photographs in promotional materials, both related and unrelated to the contest, without compensation to the photographer. Any photographs used for any purposes will be fully credited to the entrant.
7. First, second and third place photos will be hung in the Science Library. Gift certificates for the Ann Arbor Chamber of Commerce (to be redeemed at various Ann Arbor businesses) will be awarded as follows:
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a) 1st place: $50 gift certificate
b) 2nd place: $25 gift certificate
c) 3rd place: $10 gift certificate
d) 5 honorable mentions: $5 gift certificate |
8. Entries will be judged by a committee of library staff members on creativity, compliance with the theme, originality, and quality of the image.
9. The contest organizers reserve the right to disqualify entries that do not conform to the stated rules and guidelines. By participating in the contest, you agree to be bound by these Official Rules, and it is your responsibility to ensure that you have so complied. The determination of the winners will be final and binding in all matters relating to this contest.
10. The deadline for all entries to be received is February 22nd, 2008. Judging will be completed and winners will be announced thereafter.
11. To submit your photos, send them to libraryphotocontest@umich.edu as an attachment. Each entrant can submit no more than 3 photos. |
