Requirements
- The artwork must be original. No composition of existing imagery or use of generative AI.
- The artwork must designed as a 2 inch by 6 inch rectangle.
- The artwork can be vertical or horizontal.
- Accepted file format type are .jpg, .png, or .pdf
- The incorporation of a Nevada logo into a submitted design will not be considered. The University of Nevada, Reno has branding guidelines and standards for the use of any Nevada logos, including the Block N, the Presidential Seal and various Nevada Athletics logos, which states that alterations of these logos are not permitted.
- The University Libraries retains the right to not select a winner or to hold entries for future use.
How to enter
Follow the requirements listed above and submit your work through the form on this page.
Eligibility
Must be a current University of Nevada, Reno undergraduate or graduate student.
Timeline
Submissions will be accepted from March 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025. The selected artwork will be announced in early May.
Review
Each submission will be reviewed by representatives from three departments, including the University Libraries IDEA committee, the University Libraries Marketing and Communications team and QLAB.
The selected artist will be notified via email. On the final bookmark design, the artist's name will be featured on the bottom right corner of the artwork.
Prize
The winning artist will receive a library-themed gift bag and a spotlight on the University Libraries website.
Questions?
This contest in a collaboration between the University Libraries Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Committee and QLAB. The University Libraries supports the University’s commitment to a culture of excellence, inclusion and accessibility. We aspire to provide the spaces and resources that our students, faculty, staff and community members need to thrive, free from all forms of discrimination and oppression.
If you have any questions, please reach out to librarydiversity@unr.edu.
