Contest News Archive

November 24, 2022 — 
Follow @umstudent today( https://www.tiktok.com/@umstudent) and enter to win.

June 2, 2022 — 
Instructors and staff who used YuJa Video within the first month were entered into a contest to win a prize that includes a UM tote bag and products from YuJa, Dell and D2L. Entrants poured in and now the winners have been announced.

May 27, 2022 — 
Spring 2022 convocation is coming up on June 7-10, 2022 and UM has created an exciting online event to celebrate this huge milestone!

February 25, 2022 — 
Thank you to everyone participating in our Do the Duo Challenge. There’s still time to win! The grand prize draw for an iPhone 13 and an iPad is next Friday, March 4.

September 9, 2021 — 
Welcome to your first year at UM— You are now part of a large community of Bisons, and that’s something to be proud of! That is why we are running a contest on @UMFirstYearCentre to see how you show your Bison Pride.

June 22, 2021 — 
We are proud to celebrate Pride Month and the 2SLGBTQ+ community this June, and year-round. Though we cannot be celebrating in the streets with parades and marches this year we will continue to celebrate and acknowledge the rich history of Pride and the resilience of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. 

November 9, 2020 — 
November’s Instagram contest runs on @umstudent from November 9-20

October 5, 2020 — 
With safety top of mind, and masks fall’s hottest accessory, we want to see what you’re working with. Take a pic of you doing your part, wearing your mask, and keeping your community safe. Share those pics with us by using the hashtag #umMaskUp.  One lucky winner wins a $25 UM Bookstore gift card!

August 5, 2020 — 
Summer is in full swing! Let’s make the most of these sunny days by spending some time outdoors! This  summer’s photo contest on @umstudent on Instagram is all about appreciating what nature has to offer. Do you have a favourite hiking spot in the province, or favourite camping site? Simply take a nature shot and use the hashtag #umNature to join the contest. One lucky winner wins a $25 UM Bookstore gift card!

April 27, 2020 — 
Feeling bored or lethargic while stuck at home? Why not take this opportunity to take some time for yourself or even spend time on that long-neglected hobby! Show us how you’re keeping yourself entertained while being practicing social distancing? Are you testing your cooking skills? Doing DIY projects? Living the island life in Animal Crossing? Share your favourite self-quarantine pastime with @umstudent on Instagram and use the hashtag #umHomeBound for a chance to win a $25 UM Bookstore gift card!