Stanley Student Challenge

What is the Stanley Student Challenge?

In an attempt to get more students involved and engaged with the events and activities happening at the Stanley Museum of Art, we are inviting any and all University of Iowa students (graduate or undergraduate) to undertake the Stanley Student Challenge. 

Those interested in participating will receive a punch card, detailing the semester's schedule of student-focused programs. Students should attend at least three of the listed events on the card throughout the semester, getting their card stamped at the front desk for each one. 

During finals week, students will be able to turn in their stamped cards for a prize: a Stanley-themed Baggu bag!

 

shown is a full table of students playing bingo. The table is covered with a black table cloth and has bingo cards and Jolly Ranchers on it

What events count towards the challenge?

In order to successfully complete the Stanley Student Challenge, students must get at least three stamps on their challenge card. The challenge resets each semester--stop back in the spring for a new challenge card and another chance at a prize.

Below, you will find a list of the student-specific events on the card. These Night at the Museum events were developed in conjunction with the AY24/25 Campus Engagement Coordinator, Annelies Knight.

In addition to the events listed, students may also attend general/ public programs (a full calendar of events can be found here) and/or visit the Stanley on their own time to receive a stamp.

Fall Challenge Events

For more information, visit the event listing.

For more information, visit the event listing. 

For more information, visit the event listing.

Stop by the Stanley during our open hours Tuesday - Thursday of finals week to study in our lobby. Free snacks, coffee, study supplies, and stress relief toys are available. Need a break? Pick up a scavenger hunt or put in your earbuds and wander the galleries for a bit to relax. 

For more information, visit the event listing.

Spring Challenge Events

For more information, visit the event listing.

For more information, visit the event listing. 

For more information, visit the event listing. 

Stop by the Stanley during our open hours Tuesday - Thursday of finals week to study in our lobby. Free snacks, coffee, study supplies, and stress relief toys are available. Need a break? Pick up a scavenger hunt or put in your earbuds and wander the galleries for a bit to relax. 

For more information, visit the event listing. 

What is the prize?

Students who complete the Stanley Student Challenge for academic year 23/24 are eligible for a free Stanley-customized baby Baggu bag. 

Students will be able to pick up their prizes any time during finals week when the museum is open . Prizes will not be available before or after this time period. Students must turn in their completed Stanley Student Challenge card to receive the prize. 

The design for the 2024 Stanley Student Challenge Baggu Design. It features a slogan that says "Art is for everyone," and line drawings of various works of art that have been on display at the Stanley throughout the year.
A photo featuring the Stanley Student Challenge Baggu bag prize. A white bag with green design on it, featuring the slogan "art is for everyone" and drawings of various works of art from the Stanley Museum of Art.
A photo featuring the Stanley Student Challenge Baggu bag prize. A white bag with green design on it, featuring the slogan "art is for everyone" and drawings of various works of art from the Stanley Museum of Art.

FAQ

Any University of Iowa student can participate.

Fall semester challenge cards will be available at the front desk beginning on Tuesday, August 27 (the first week of classes).

Spring semester challenge cards will be available at the front desk beginning on Tuesday, January 21 (the first day of classes).

Challenge cards can be stamped by gallery hosts at the front desk, or by event staff at the welcome table during special events. 

If you're worried about losing your card before the end of the semester, don't forget to sign in via SWIPE so your attendance is recorded, as well!

When you visit the museum, be sure to sign in at our SWIPE kiosk to track your attendance. In the case of a lost card, museum staff can access SWIPE to verify your attendance at events. 

If you lose your card and would like a replacement or to verify your attendance at events in order to receive a prize, please reach out to Assistant Curator of Student Engagement Allie Tokarski, at allison-tokarski@uiowa.edu. 

Prizes will be available for pickup during finals week at the end of each semester. Even if you complete the challenge and get your three stamps before the end of the current semester, you must wait until the prize pickup window to receive your prize. Sorry for the inconvenience! 

The Stanley has collaborated with Baggu, a company that makes simple, affordable, reusable shopping bags, to design a custom Stanley x Baggu bag to serve as the prize for the Stanley Student Challenge.

This bag is perfect for your lunch, a six pack, extra shoes, or a trip to the corner store.

  • Carries up to 50lbs comfortably in hand
  • Folds into its own flat 4" × 4" pouch
  • Measures 18" × 10" × 4"
  • Recycled ripstop nylon
  • Machine washable