Chalk the College

Chalk the College written over pieces of chalk.
Stevens Point Downtown Campus

Bring your creativity to life and help transform the Stevens Point Downtown Campus parking lot with your chalk masterpiece! Each participant will receive a designated square to use as their canvas, along with a box of vibrant chalk pastels. 

Judging Criteria

The top three artists will receive Visa gift cards, with winners judged on artistic merit and how well they incorporate a Mid-State theme into their design. All entries need to be based on one of the following three themes: 

  • Mid-State Programs: Explore and draw inspiration from our wide range of academic programs.
  • Mid-State Stevens Point Downtown Campus 10th Anniversary: Find your inspiration in the number 10, the Stevens Point downtown area, or the mall that we once were! 
  • Mid-State Identity: Showcase our school spirit! Incorporate the Mid-State “M” logo, our mascot Grit the Cougar, or our signature burgundy and gold colors.
Participation Rules
  • Participants must be 12 years of age or older.  Those 11 and under are encouraged to be a part of a group space or to join in the Children’s Chalk the College area and must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
  • Participants will be given a square that is between 5’x5’ and 6’x6.’ The whole space does not have to be used, but participants must stay within their assigned space to create their artwork. Please keep your area tidy and clean up before you leave.  
  • Artwork must be appropriate for public viewing. Nudity, violent images, advertising, business promotions, political statements/symbols, or religious persuasions of any kind are NOT permitted.  
  • No oil pastels, oil paints, glitter, or fixatives are allowed. A box of 48 chalk pastels will be provided.
  • No drawing allowed anywhere but designated area.
  • No personal vending, selling, or re-selling is allowed at this event.
  • Chalk the College reserves the right to limit the number of people working on any space, except for those who have registered for shared spaces.
  • Mid-State Technical College may use photos or reproductions of artworks for future advertising and media purposes.
  • Participants agree to assume all risks relating to the event and to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Mid-State Technical College, their directors, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers form all expenses, claims, actions, liabilities, attorney’s fees, damages, and losses of any kind whatsoever, actually or allegedly, resulting from or connected with participating in the event. Mid-State Technical College shall not be liable for any loss or damage to any personal property, regardless of the cause of such loss or damage.
  • Non-compliance with these rules may result in removal from the event.

Event Highlights

  • Visa gift cards will be awarded to the top three artists!
    • 1st place = $250 
    • 2nd place = $150 
    • 3rd place = $100 
  • Baked ‘N Loaded food truck will be on-site.
  • Free Cranberry Cougar Swirl Ice Cream starting at 10:00 a.m. (while supplies last).
  • College tours will be available!

When & Where

Saturday, July 19
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Stevens Point Downtown Campus - 1001 Centerpoint Drive, Stevens Point
Check-In: 7:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Judging: 3:00 p.m.
Awards: 4:00 p.m.

Rain date will be Saturday, August 2. In case of inclement weather, you will be contacted by our staff the morning of the event. 

Registration

Registration is required and will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on July 18. Sixty spaces are available. The registration fee is $10 and there are no refunds for cancellations. Registration is accepted online or in-person with cash or check at any Mid-State location. 

Event check-in is from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. Any unclaimed spaces will be released on a first come, first served basis. 

Register

Children’s Chalk the College

Children are welcome to join the fun too! There will be a dedicated space for kids to chalk freely. Chalk will be provided. 

We’re also hosting a coloring contest! Children under 12 can showcase their artistic skills by completing a Mid-State-themed coloring page. Simply pick up a coloring page at any Mid-State campus Student Services & Information Center (SSIC) or during the Chalk the College event, and drop off your completed artwork by July 19. Art supplies and printed pages will be available on the day of the event.

Prizes will be awarded in each age group!

Questions?

Contact Debbie Lepper or call 715.342.3112.

If you have a disability and need accommodations to take part in this activity, please let us know. Contact the event coordinator as soon as possible, ideally 14 days in advance.

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