Date & Time: September 21, 2025 – October 6, 2025
Location: Hagedorn Hall of Enterprise, Parking Lot

Get ready to transform your creativity into campus pride at the Spirit Spot Showdown, an exciting pre-Spirit Weekend event where YOU get the chance to leave your mark—literally—on campus!

Voting is now open! Visit the Hagedorn Hall parking lot or the Spirit Spot Showdown gallery to view the Panther Pride designs. Cast your vote by 11:59pm on Sunday, October 5.

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to apply for the opportunity to paint a designated parking spot with original designs that embody school spirit, unity, and community pride.

Whether you’re an artist, a superfan, or just passionate about your school, this is your chance to showcase what makes our campus special—and win yourself a reserved parking spot for the semester.

How It Works

Submit a design proposal that follows our official guidelines and promotes school spirit and inclusivity. Complete as a team (maximum of 4) or as an individual, the choice is yours!

Key Dates

  • Proposal Submissions: September 16–22
  • Painting Dates: September 26–29
  • Voting: October 1–5

See Design Guidelines and Contest Rules

So grab your brushes, rally your spirit, and compete in the most colorful competition of the year—Spirit Spot Showdown!

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