Graduate and professional students enrolled at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in on-campus or online programs are invited to enter by submitting an image of their research, creative or scholarly work, along with a short narrative sharing how it has impacted them or others.
The entry deadline is Monday, January 27, 2025.
Awards will be given for:
• First prize: $500
• Second prize: $300
• Third prize: $200
• Honorable mention(s): $100
• People's Choice Award: $100
A multidisciplinary panel will judge entries for connection between image/text/research, originality, quality of writing and visual impact.
Semifinalists will be displayed in an online exhibition with People's Choice voting in March. Finalists will be announced in April.
For more information about the competition, including requirements, deadlines, and judging criteria, please visit go.illinois.edu/grad-image-of-research.
If you are looking for inspiration, view the 2024 exhibition.
Please help spread the word. Promotional materials, including digital signage and social media, can be downloaded from this Box folder.
The Image of Research is co-sponsored by the Media Commons of the University Library and the Graduate College.