Capture Cultural Curiosity Photo & Video Contest 

Did you capture contest-worthy photos and videos while you were abroad? Submit them in this year’s contest!

Sensoji temple in Asakusa, Japan
Cooking class in Barcelona, Spain

Attention CIS Abroad program alumni!

Are you ready to showcase your adventures and celebrate the joy of discovering new cultures? CIS Abroad invites you to participate in our Capture Cultural Curiosity Contest, where we highlight one of our core values—Cultural Curiosity.


CONTEST CATEGORIES

Whether it’s a snapshot of an unforgettable moment, a scene that sparked your curiosity, or a video capturing how you immersed yourself in a new culture, we want to see how you embraced the beauty, diversity, and connections of another culture.

📷Best Photo

🎬 Best Video

 

HOW DOES IT WORK?

 

Submit your best photo or video that illustrates:

  • The excitement of exploring cultural traditions.
  • Unique local experiences or perspectives you gained abroad.
  • Moments of connection with the people, places, or practices you encountered.
  • NOTE: Please submit photos from your host country. We love independent travel, but really want to see your program city, CIS Abroad excursions, or travel within your host country.

PRIZES

 

🏆
Photo contest winner:
$300 Amazon gift card

🥇
Video contest winner:
$300 Amazon gift card

HOW TO ENTER

  • Submit your submissions to the following form by December 15th, 11:59 PM 2024:  SUBMIT HERE!
  • You can submit as many photos and videos as you'd like, but we encourage quality over quantity!
  • Be sure to follow all instructions on the form & complete all required fields.
  • HOW THE WINNER IS SELECTED
    • The video contest winner will be selected by CIS Abroad staff.
    • The photo contest will be selected by public vote on Instagram with voting from December 16th - January 1st. We will post photo finalists (chosen by CIS Abroad staff) on our instagram account & remind you all to share with your friends and family to vote! 
  • Winners will be announced in the new year!

SUBMIT ENTRY & ENTER CONTEST!

RULES

  • You must be a CIS Abroad alumni from 2024, or a current student onsite this Fall.
  • Must follow the Terms & Conditions.
  • You can submit as many photos and videos as you want, but you can only win one category.
  • Submissions with any of the following are not permitted: 
    • Illegal activities
    • Alcohol or drugs (including marijuana)
    • Partying at a club or bar
    • Excessive profanity
  • Any music must be used legally. - read more about what this means.
  • By submitting your video or photos, you release all materials, including captions and names, to be used by CIS Abroad for promotional reasons. This includes, but is not limited to print, video, and digital mediums.

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