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Be part of Penn State’s 2020 end-of-year video

Submissions accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9

Submit a portrait of yourself showing your resilience, determination and Penn State pride, and you might be included in the University’s annual end-of-year video. Credit: Penn StateCreative Commons

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Throughout 2020, Penn Staters around the globe have continuously demonstrated creativity and resilience in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

To celebrate the grit, determination and resilient spirit that bonds us as Penn Staters, this year, for the University’s annual end-of-year video, we’re turning the lens on you — our students, faculty, staff and alumni.

From now until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, we’re collecting portraits of Penn Staters to feature in the University’s resilience-themed end-of-year video.

Professional photos are not required; all we ask is you look straight into the camera (see examples above) and show your determination and resilience. All Penn State students, faculty, staff and alumni are eligible and encouraged to submit via this online form.

The final video will include a montage of selected portraits and be published on Penn State’s social media platforms and website in mid-December.

Details

  • Submit your portrait using this online form by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9.
  • Submission requires signing in with a Google account. If you have trouble submitting, send your name, Penn State affiliation and photo to pennstatebrand@psu.edu.
  • Look straight into the camera and show us your resilience, determination and Penn State pride — smiles are encouraged!
  • No need for professional photos! Just be sure to take your photo in a well-lit area without an overly distracting background (see the sample photos above for reference).
  • Show us your Penn State pride (but otherwise, please avoid displaying prominent brands or logos).
  • If taking your portrait in a public place, follow local guidelines on social distancing and wearing personal protective equipment.
  • Submitting a photo does not guarantee inclusion in the final video; a member of Penn State’s Office of Strategic Communications will reach out for photo releases from those selected.
Last Updated October 28, 2020