This college-wide photo contest has drawn a remarkable range of submissions since it began in 2022—from stunning landscapes to world travel adventures to close-up views of the natural world at work. Aggies from across the university showcase their summer experiences camping, hiking, on the road, working in labs and on the range, and in one case, hanging out with President Joe Biden!
2025 Winners
This year winners were recognized in six categories: landscapes, animals, people, closeups, “Awesome, Awkward and Amazing,” and — new this year — a Dean's Choice award.
Dean's Choice Award:
Rex Baxter
The Dean's Choice Award goes to Rex Baxter for his striking landscape of a barn framed by the Teton Mountain Range. This award was chosen by Interim Dean Grant Cardon and Associate Deans Peter Howe, Mateja Savoie-Roskos, Kara Thornton-Kurth and Juan Villalba.
Landscape:
James Jones
Animals:
Elizabeth Moon
People:
Landon Huter
Closeup:
Graham Lowe
Awesome, Awkward, & Amazing:
Kalie Barrett
Winning photos may appear on the gallery wall in USU's Natural Resources Building or be used for marketing purposes. Participants may opt in or out by using the submission form or by contacting the QANR marketing and communications office.
Highlights from Previous Years
2024 Entries
2023 Entries
2022 Entries
