PRSSA's Name-the-Tree Contest!

Celebrate Earth Day to Arbor Day by helping us give a name to the beautiful Cherry Blossom tree planted during last year’s Tree Planting Ceremony!

 

For the first time, the tree is blooming — and we’re inviting you to be part of its story.

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From April 22 to April 29, submit your most creative, meaningful, or fun name ideas for our beloved tree. Join us in celebrating growth, creativity, and community spirit!

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The winner of the Name-the-Tree Contest will win a $30 VISA gift card and the name will be announced on PRSSA's Instagram.

 

 

​1. Submission Guidelines:

• Submissions must be original, creative, and respectful.

• Each participant may submit one name media.

• The name can be inspired by the tree's symbolism, appearance, location, seasasonality, or the theme of the "Winona, We're All Connected" campaign. 
   

2. Eligibility:

• Open to all members of the WSU campus and Winona community.

• Participants must include their name and contact information in the submission form.

• All submissions must be turned in by midnight on April 29, 2025.

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3. Selection Criteria:

• Relevance: How well the name reflects the tree's symbolism and the campaign's mission.

• Creativity: Uniqueness and originality of the name.

• Emotional/Community Connection: Whether the name evokes unity, growth, or connection.

• Appropriateness: The name must be respectful and inclusive.

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4. Selection Process:

• The PRSSA committee, including the PRSSA President and selected faculty advisors, will vote based on eligible submissions based on the evaluation criteria. 

• One final winner will be selected.

 

5. Announcement:

• The winning name will be announced on May 1, 2025

• The winner will be recognized and featured in PRSSA's social media and website content. 

 

 

Use the submission form below to send in your suggested name between April 22–29!

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