I’m currently doing some research for an upcoming feature article to be published in the Canadian publication, University Affairs, which explains why I’ve spent some quality time lately with the websites of a few Canadian institutions.
As I was looking for contact information, I noticed a photo at the bottom of the right column of the University of Victoria’s homepage.
A single click brought me to the page of the Flickr group created by the University of Victoria, a group strong of 54 members and 458 digital shots at the time of this writing.
To get one of their shots on the university homepage, students just need to submit their photos via the flickr group or by emailing the communications office. Submitted photos are then reviewed by a faculty member (will be by the communication team over the summer for the reasons you can imagine) who selects the winner and provide detailed feedback.
What a neat idea to generate interest among student photographers and the campus community at large!
The University of Victoria is even going further in tapping into its flickr talent pool by inviting passionate student photographers to submit their digital shots to be considered for inclusion in its institutional publications:
Have you taken an amazing shot of life on campus?
Want to share it with students who are considering attending UVic?
Then you’re in luck! UVic’s Student Recruitment Office invites you to submit your photos of life at UVic – your photos could be featured in university publications – if any of your photos are selected, you’ll be paid and you will be credited as photographer.
Interested? Contact commcoop@uvic.ca for more information.
Very smart, don’t you think? Anybody else doing something similar? Post a comment to let us know!