#LifeatMaryWash
At UMW, we love to see what our students are up to, connect within our community and outside of it, and share stories of #LifeatMaryWash. Instagram takeovers are a great way to do just that. Before applying to do a takeover, reviewing our dos and don’ts will maximize your chance of partnering with us.
The purpose of a #LifeatMaryWash takeover… (aka the “dos”)
- Organically connect students with mentors
- Introduce students to majors, minors, and involvements they didn’t know about
- Help create a unique sense of community on our campus
- Feature inspired learning opportunities
- Showcase exemplar time management with tips on how others can achieve what you have
- Show an authentic look into the holistic life of individuals at UMW
- Reflect on what has made your UMW experience significant and what you wish you would’ve known earlier
- Share personal tips on how to maximize the UMW experience
Please be mindful, Instagram takeovers are not specifically for promoting your own campus event. Our followers like to see their peers or mentors as individuals– human. There is a fine line between featuring a major, club, event, etc. and promoting it. We lean on the side of being personal rather than promotional. If you have concerns, apply and we will reach out to discuss how we can make a takeover effective!
#LifeatMaryWash Instagram takeovers ARE NOT an opportunity to… (aka the “don’ts”)
- Act as a spokesperson for a club, major, department, or organization
- Advertise events
- Promote ideals that are contrary to UMW’s values
- Spread negative feelings about the University or any internal organizations
#LifeAfterMW
Hey, Mary Wash Alumni! Ready to showcase your vibrant life after college on our University’s Instagram? We’d love to feature your exciting post-graduate journey and provide our community with a glimpse of life beyond academia. Complete the same form! We thank you for loving UMW and keeping in touch in #LifeAfterMW.
We are excited to learn about your experiences at UMW and share it in a meaningful way!
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