Skins are technology that allows customizing the Windows Media Player appearance and features. Skins combine original artwork, XML (Extensible Markup Language) and JScript to provide a unique Windows Media Player experience.

All Howard University students are eligible to participate in this contest by submitting an original Windows Media Player skin. Student teams with 3 or less members may enter contest. Each team member receives a prize. First place is an Xbox with games. A winning skin will embrace a theme from culture, art or entertainment in a manner consistently reinforced by its appearance, features and operation. Competitive skins will seamlessly integrate stunning artwork with Windows Media 9 Series innovation.

The associated web pages contain complete contest rules, judging criteria and prizes. There are also useful links to windows media player skin galleries, development references, and tutorials.

Show the world that you have culture through innovation.