Governor Whitmer announces art contest for State of the State program

LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Monday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an art contest for the 2022 State of the State program cover.

The governor is challenging Michigan’s K-12 students to come up with a creative design for the 2022 State of the State program cover following the theme “Why do you believe in Michigan?”

“Michigan is home to such innovative, creative young people, and I am excited to highlight the artistic talents of a young Michigander as part of the 2022 State of the State program,” Governor Whitmer said in a statement. “What unites every Michigander is that we all believe in our state, and I am excited to share a student’s artwork that highlights what makes Michigan so special to them. I hope students from all over Michigan show off their skills and submit their entry to the State of the State Art Contest.”

During her State of the State address, Whitmer says she will address key issues including jobs, education, infrastructure and Michigan’s economic progress.

Whitmer adds that students should be as creative as possible and are welcome to use crayon, marker, paint or any other material.

To submit a design, participants can click here and follow the instructions on the webpage.

Entries will be accepted exclusively through the online system and must be received by no later than 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, January 16.