Cap Decorating Contest
Class of 2025, you impressed us!
Thank you for all of the amazing submissions. Congratulations to our 2025 winners - Alan, Yvette and Kenzie. Read about this year's inspiring designs and some of the other creative designs. Check out the photos below of our 2025 first place winner on stage with Wilbur and Wilma starting the fireworks finale.
2025 Cap Contest Winners
Alan Dario Castanon Sandov, MA in Engineering
This 2mm bead design blends the sacred Wixárika 'Eye of God' with 'Wilbur the Wildcat' to honor my heritage from San Luis Potosí, Mexico. It symbolizes protection, family, and resilience, serving as a tribute to those who guided me on my journey as I graduate with my master’s degree.
Yvette Robles, MA in Applied Nutrition
Wilbur Wildcat sparkling with pride represents my journey as a first generation student earning my degree. RD2BE symbolizes my next step toward becoming a Registered Dietitian, a dream built on resilience, hard work, and breaking barriers for my family and community.
Kenzie Rice, BA in Arabic
I was lucky enough to have my Arabic studies take me abroad and this cap represents my path to graduation. I'm thankful for the opportunities afforded to me by the University of Arizona.
Class of 2025 Cap Designs
2024 Cap Contest Winners
Ibeth Martinez, MA in Architecture
A personalized Monopoly board game encapsulates my journey as an international U of A student studying architecture. The board layout features iconic university landmarks and frequented locations. The standout feature is a 3D-printed Old Main and surrounding buildings, meticulously detailed and scaled models.
Allison Cocina, BA in Retailing and Consumer Science
A labor of love! This cap took me over 50+ hours to create. Over 5,000 rhinestones were individually glued on with the process beginning back in March. Bear down forever!
Cash Harvey, BA in Criminal Justice Studies
A reflection of my cultural identity and personal narrative. As a Diné individual, every element of its design was meticulously chosen to resonate with my heritage and signify my perseverance. The pattern and intricately woven bead tells a story of resilience and dedication.