2025 FOUNDER'S DAY DESIGN CONTEST
Show off your creativity and school spirit by designing the official limited-edition Founder’s Day crew sweatshirt! This is your chance to bring the campus community together and make your mark on a lasting piece of UMass pride.
TIMELINE
Founder's Day is on Tuesday, April 29, so don't miss your chance to be featured!
GUIDELINES
Your design must follow these rules:
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
You can submit as many designs as you’d like! For each design:
- Complete the submission form here.
- Attach your design file(s) to the form or email them to the UMass Store Marketing Manager at mkegans@umass.edu if submitting separately.
DISCLAIMERS
This design contest is subject to the following disclaimers:
HOW THE WINNER IS SELECTED
The winner of the contest will be selected based on votes submitted by the campus community.
- Designs are due by Monday, March 31st.
- Our team will review and ensure all submissions adhere to the guidelines.
- Eligible designs will be posted for the campus community to vote on April 2nd and 3rd via social media.
- The design with the most votes will be announced as the winner on April 4th and will be featured on the official Founder’s Day crew sweatshirt.
PRIZE
The winning designer will receive a $500 Visa gift card and campus-wide recognition for their creativity!
LET’S SEE YOUR VISION!
Get inspired and create a design that captures the spirit of UMass and its vibrant community. We can’t wait to see your ideas come to life!