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Nostalgia
Winning photo by: Anna Liang
"During my exchange, I went on a trip to Yogyakarta, Indonesia and embarked on a cave adventure through Jomblang Cave. Just as noon time hit, the sun casted magical streams of light through the cave, creating a majestic visual. It was one of the most amazing things I've ever seen."
Old traditions: New experiences
Winning photo by: Siddhartha Datta
"From exploring the Scarborough Bluffs in Ontario to trekking down this beautiful cliff in Nusa Penida, Indonesia. Old traditions, new experiences."
A world of many colours
Winning photo by: Eric Qiu
"During my exchange at POSTECH in South Korea, I took every opportunity to explore other countries in Asia. One of these trips led me to Vietnam and a tour of Ninh Binh, a gorgeous natural reserve area with this breathtaking boat tour of Trang An. This image perfectly captures the surreal and colourful nature that I found in Vietnam, a completely different world than what I was used to in North America."
Next contest opens in fall 2020
Have you enjoyed studying abroad? We want to know more about the amazing experiences you had. In fall 2020, submit photos of your exchange experience for a chance to win one of three amazing prizes curtosey of the W Store. There is no limit to the number of entries you can submit to each theme.
The contest is open to all exchange students. The top nine photos will be selected by a committee (three for each theme) and published on Facebook and Instagram for students to vote on and share.
One winner per theme will be announced on social media and will be notified by email. The three winning photos will be shared via social media and used by the Student Success Office to share the essence of our community.
The photographs must be your own original work, capturing your unique exchange experience in one of the following themes:
NostalgiaHave you ever felt sentimental or deeply missed a moment from you past? Tell us about such a moment from your exchange. Why would you relive it?
Old traditions: New experiencesWhat is a unique tradition that is well known in your host country? What was it like to try it for the first time? Would you do it again, why or why not?
A world of many coloursWhat are some of the colourful highlights from your exchange? What about a particular experience grabbed your attention?
In your submissions, include a short caption to describe the photograph and why you shot it. If you’ve included a friend in your photo make sure to get their permission before you submit to the contest.
Please note: The photos must also be appropriate for display and submitted in high resolution (minimum of 700kb). Photos depicting use of alcohol will not be considered in the competition.
Good luck Warriors!
"Reading Week became a white week in Banff National Park, where the views were indescribably beautiful." - Jan Faasse from Delft University of Technology (1st prize winner)
"Went to Banff and Jasper during reading week. Amazing view at Lake Louise." - Xuan Rong Zane from Nanyang Technological University
"I fell in love with the Canadian nature as soon as I arrived. This trip to Lion’s Head Park was amazing." - Isabelle Ghodt from Technical University of Denmark
"Weekend trip to Bruce Peninsula - turquoise water and fall colours." - Teja Stuewe from Graz University of Technology
"Had the most unreal reading week vacation in Banff with some incredible friends from Waterloo! We loved exploring and hiking in the mountains. 1000000% the BEST holiday with the BEST people, I will miss this place so much!" - Olivia Ray from Newcastle University
"During reading week some other exchange students and I visited the Canadian Rockies. This photo was taken on Lake Edith, just by the shore. The weather day that was so good we took thousands of pictures!" - Juan Sanchez Esquivel from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
"Roadtripping around Iceland. One of my exchange highlights was travelling to Iceland with friends during reading week. Exchange is the first time in my life where I traveled with friends, both within Canada and beyond, almost every weekend, and it has been an amazing period of exploration, discovery and new experiences." - Min Htoo Lin from Nanyang Technological University
"Hiking with mountain views and Lake Louise by our sides made the 13km hike worth it!" - Krystal Tam from National University of Singapore
"Evening shot of the park around Columbia Lake." - Muhiyud-Dean Mirza from the University of Warwick
“Reindeers are better than people...” Made a new friend at a reindeer farm while learning about traditional Sámi lifestyles during my Scandinavian Studies program in Oulu, Finland. - Laura Fong (1st prize winner)
This is an image that was taken in Segovia, Spain. While I was in Spain, I stayed with a host family. Photographed are two of my host sisters. Having this experience while abroad was a great way to completely immerse myself in the culture. There was so much to learn! - Esther Wonder
Standing on the longest hanging pedestrian bridge in the world in Randa, Switzerland, after a 2-hour hike. Worth it! - Yuliana Havryshchuk
This photo was taken on the mountains of Grindelwald, Switzerland. After a long day of hiking, we took the fast and fun way down: on an off-road scooter. The sun shining on the Swiss Alps while we rode down the side of the mountain made for an experience I will never forget. - Jonathan Donas
Trekking the hills surrounding Toledo, Spain, at the crack of dawn, ready for a day of rock climbing. - Michael Beals
On my mind at this moment: A. The beauty of Seville, Spain with its unique blend of art, history, and class B. Seeing a live flamenco show, Spanish traditional folklore music & dance C. Endless tapas D. All of the above. - Jenny Ma
A trip after class to La Bastille de Grenoble with some friends. Taken during my one-month ORA program, living in the heart of the Alps. - Matthew Choi Schaeffer
I chose to spend my recess week in Bali, Indonesia, a place where even the back-roads lead to beautiful fields worth wandering through. - Mark Emery
Sunset in Bali, Indonesisa. - Stella Ho
The submission period is now closed. Stay tuned for the next contest!
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