A new weekly social media contest challenges Illinois State students to share their best campus photos for a chance to win some Redbird gear.

A new themed challenge is shared on Illinois State’s Instagram every Tuesday. Students must tag their photos #illinoisstate to enter, and the best photo that captures the essence of the theme wins.

The contest’s first theme (February 25–March 2) was the best on-campus sunrise or sunset photos. More than 30 students shared their photos on Instagram and Twitter. Here are some of our favorites:

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