Study Abroad returnees will receive an email from our office with more information after they have returned from abroad.
PHOTO CONTEST
You may submit a photo for one or all of the following four categories, up to 1 photo per category. Each photo submitted must include location and a short description (less than 100 words).
(1) Trojan Abroad
Submit your best selfie that shows an aspect of your host country while representing USC. Strike a “Fight On!” pose, wear USC apparel, or get creative depicting Trojan pride.
(2) Hidden Gems
Submit a photo of yourself and/or others such as locals participating in local daily life in your host city (e.g., your neighborhood, your school or commute there, local cafes, markets, etc.)
(3) Cultural Engagement
Submit a photo of yourself and/or others such as locals engaging and learning abroad with clear references unique to the location. Think cultural events or activities, regional traditions and new cultural perspectives.
(4) People’s Choice
The winner will be determined by popular vote! Focus on submitting high quality pics that could be featured in a travel magazine, blog or cover photo. Think Natural Geographic, nature scenes, cityscapes, etc.
WRITING CONTEST
Any submission with a focus on the written word is welcome. The best submissions are those that go beyond a day-to-day account and are reflective, amusing and/or reminiscent of the spirit of a place. Possibilities include non-fictional or fictional prose, poetry, and blogs. Entries can include photos and illustrations. Submissions should be 3 pages max. (not including photos or illustrations) and submitted as Word documents or a link to a blog.
FILM CLIP CONTEST
Film clips should reflect the kind of cultural immersion and observations that can be experienced through engaging with the culture of your host country rather than a touristic approach. Films (5 min max) can be submitted via email providing the URL to your film.