President Lisa C. Freeman invites students to submit an original artistic design to be used as the 2023 NIU holiday card to help spread warmth and good cheer to the entire community. Entries should capture the spirit of campus life, winter and Huskie values. The holiday card should help convey to all Huskies—students, faculty, staff and alumni—that NIU cares and appreciates all.

Student Entries & Judging Process

The contest is open to all currently enrolled NIU students. Entries consisting of original artwork or photography can be submitted up until 5 p.m. on December 4, 2023.  Students may submit multiple entries by submitting this form. We encourage submissions to review past years winners that are featured on the president’s website, and think creatively about how to avoid repetition or duplication. A committee of faculty and staff will select the top three submissions based on quality, originality and holiday/Huskie spirit. The students with the top three selections will receive a one-time scholarship (1st place $500, 2nd place $300, and 3rd place $100), and be featured in the president’s electronic holiday card.