Whether you took pictures of the landscapes, wildlife, food you ate, or even the people you encountered and the lessons you learned, this is your chance to showcase your local and international experiences.
Need some submission inspiration? Here are four categories to help you decide what to showcase:
- Nostalgia – Is there an object, place, food or person that you discovered that you can’t stop thinking about? It lives rent free in your head now and maybe even changed the way you see the world? Tell us about it.
- Educational – Is there a new process, cultural practice or a technique you learned about? Share a picture and teach us what you learned.
- Aesthetic – We know your trip was beautiful, so submit your most aesthetically pleasing photography.
- Adventure - Share an action shot that captures the thrill of your adventure, whether it’s you mid-jump on a cliff dive, playing with animals or hiking through an intense storm. Show us the heart-pounding moments that made your trip unforgettable!
Entry requirements
This contest is open to undergraduate and graduate students who have participated in a Faculty of Environment field course in 2026.
Each entry must include:
- A photo that you took during your field course.
- A written description of the photo, detailing why it's significant to you.
- If the photo depicts other people, permission from all people is required before sharing unless the photo was taken in a public space.
You can submit more than once — five entries maximum per person. Submission Deadline: August 14, 2026. Finalists will be notified if their entry has been selected for the competition on social media.
Selection process
The top 10 photos will be chosen by a selection committee and posted on Instagram for our community to crown their favourites. So, get ready to share your amazing shots with the world! A total of three prizes will be awarded.
- First-place prize: Waterloo merch, $50 gift card, and a disposable camera
- Second-place prize: Back to school bundle (UWaterloo backpack filled with school supplies)
- Third-place prize: $50 Gift card
Winning entries will be ones that highlight students engaged in learning within the environments they’re exploring.