RDP Abroad Travel Photo Contest

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RDP Abroad is thrilled to announce the first RDP Abroad Travel Photo Contest. This contest will showcase your adventures beyond Alberta and Canada to the RDP community.  

The contest is open to all current RDP students, staff, faculty and recent graduates. Photo submissions are not limited to international destinations but include other Canadian provinces. You can submit photos taken during a study abroad experience or your personal travels. Share your most captivating images to inspire others to discover the world. 

Prizes:

Enter the contest for a chance to showcase your photo(s) and win prizes!

Students:

  • 1 X Grand Prize (Overall most voted photo): Insta360 Action Camera Creator Kit

  • 5 X Winner of each category (Most voted photo from each category): Insta360 Flow AI Tracking Gimbal Ultimate Kit

  • 6 X Runner-up of each category: CAD $50.00 Air Canada Gift Card

Staff:

  • 1 X Grand Prize (Most voted photo): CAD $200.00 Air Canada Gift Card

Photo Categories:

#Nature/Landscape

  • Whether it's a breathtaking mountain view, a serene beach scene or a tranquil forest, capture the beauty of nature and let your photos tell the story of the natural wonders surrounding us.

#Tradition/Culture

  • From vibrant festivals to timeless customs, celebrate the diverse heritage of global communities. Capture the essence of tradition in its many forms and share the stories from around the globe.

#City View/Life

  • Capture the vibrant energy and unique character of cities around the world. From bustling streets to iconic landmarks, highlight the dynamic interplay of people, architecture and culture that defines city living in all its glory. 

Contest Details

Eligibility
  • Open to all current RDP students, staff, faculty and recent graduates (Class of 2024).
  • Open to students in a Collaborative/University Transfer program who studied at RDP during the 2023/2024 academic year.
  • All photos must have been taken between July 1, 2023, and September 30, 2024, and must be the photographer’s original work. 
Photo Format
  • High-resolution digital photo files only (min. 300 dpi, JPG or PNG files).
  • Must be submitted via the form. No hard copies.
  • Image files must not be larger than 10MB.
  • Avoid heavily edited, filtered, blurry or overexposed images. 
Contest Rules - Students & Recent Grads
  • The submitted photo(s) must be the photographer's original work. The photographer must sign the entry form, and any prizes won will be awarded solely to the photographer.
  • Participants can submit a maximum of 6 photos (up to 1 photo per category).
  • The submission form and photos must be received by RDP Abroad by October 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm MT.  
  • All photos must be deemed appropriate for display, as per RDP policies. 
Contest Rules - Staff & Faculty
  • The submitted photo(s) must be the photographer's original work. The photographer must sign the entry form, and any prizes won will be awarded solely to the photographer
  • Participants can submit a maximum of 1 photo.
  • The submission form and photos must be received by RDP Abroad by October 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm MT.  
  • All photos must be deemed appropriate for display, as per RDP policies. 
Contest Timeline
  • Submission Period: October 1 – 31, 2024
  • Shortlisting: November 1 – 10, 2024
  • Public Display/Online Voting: November 11 – 25, 2024
  • Winner Announcement: November 29, 2024 
About the event
Tuesday, Oct 1 to Thursday, Oct 31 | All day
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