CSPA presents the 2015 Collegiate Gold Circle Awards
NEW YORK, NY - The Columbia Scholastic Press Association announces the winners from its 32nd Gold Circle Awards program. For the newspaper, magazine, yearbooks and digital media categories this year attracted 11,110 entries produced by students at colleges, universities and secondary schools throughout the United States.
Entries were accepted from student yearbooks and digital media publications published from November 2, 2013 through October 10, 2014. Student journalists working on these print or electronic media chose from 78 newspaper categories, 34 magazines, 42 yearbook categories and 51 digital media categories for individual or staff entries.
Judges cited a total of 1471 winners for either First, Second or Third Place or for Certificates of Merit for those deemed worthy of honorable mention in a category. Entry categories included those for newspapers, magazines, yearbooks and for digital (online) media, in its annual competition for individual achievement by student writers, editors, designers and photographers.
For the current 2015-2016 academic year, the entries for yearbook and all digital entries categories are due to be postmarked to the CSPA by October 13th. They will be judged during January and announced in February 2016.
College Newspapers
These awards reflect entries produced between June 11, 2014 through June 10, 2015. Because CSPA dates its awards by the year in which they are given, they are given, they are known as the 2015 Gold Circle Awards for Newspapers.
N1. News writing
1. Drew Bent, “In Opening Statement…” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA;
2. Jack Cahn, “Loan or Die,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;
3. Lauren Feiner, “Disciplinary Office Four Years Behind on Annual Reports,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;
CM. Alan Hovorka, “Parking Permits Exceed Spaces,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Leon Lin, “MIT says…” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA.
N2. In-depth news/feature story
1. Samantha Schmidt, “Caught in the Gray Zone,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Drew Bent, “Behind the Suspension,” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA;
3. Lauren Feiner, “Greek Life Beyond the Sticker Price,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;z
CM. Dakota Crawford, “Student Fees Fund Most of Athletic Budget,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Megan Jula, “When Students Die,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Blayklee Buchanan, Paighten Harkins and Joey Stipek, “Safe Ride,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
N3. Editorial writing
1. Editorial Board, “UA Must Edit Policies to Protest Free Speech,” The Crimson White, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL;
2. Erica Klimt, “Our Modern Family: Life Interferes with Nontraditional Students Completing Their Degrees, Wingspan, Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY;
3. Editorial Board, “Why We’re Suing OU,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
CM. Daniel Brount, “Keeping Students Informed on Crime,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Editorial Board, “Information Breakdown,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
N4. Personal opinion: On-campus issues
1. Calley Hair, “Where Goliath Keeps Winning,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
2. Dani Blum, “Irrational Ratios,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;
3. Stephen Snyder, “GSB: Losing its Relevance,” Iowa State Daily, Iowa State University, Ames, IA;
CM. Daniel Udell, “In Memoiram and Reflection,” The Independent, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL.
N5. Personal opinion: Off-campus issues
1. Leah Johnson, “Color of Conscience,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Abby Student, “Living Positive,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
3. Alec Ward, “Throw the Bums Out,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;
CM. Evie Lichtenwalter, “Cancer Awareness Isn’t About Buying…” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Kathryn Agee, “Death by Choice,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
CM. Jacob London, “Abroad, at Home,” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
N6. General or humor commentary
No awards given in this category.
N7. Sports commentary
1. Andrew Rezk, “Why I’m Proud to be a Losing Lion,” Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA;
2. Zach Parker, “Why the Giants are the Most Underrated Dynasty in Sports,” The Signal, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
3. Dakota Crawford, “UAB Cuts Football Team, Takes Steps Forward,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Dixon Land, “Cubbies will Fall Curse to the Billy Goat Again,” The Signal, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR.
N8. First person experience
1. Lyndsay Jones, “I’m Not Afraid to Tell My Story,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Geoffrey Supran, “A View from the Front: The People’s Climate March,” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA;
3. Chelsea Chenelle, “It Happens Here: An Open Letter,” Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA;
CM. Jordan Huffer, “Don’t Rush Through Grief,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Courtney Linder, “Workin’ for the Dough,” The Pitts News, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
N9. Sports news
1. Sean Landry, “The Comeback Kids,” The Crimson White, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL;
2. Joe Mussatto, “Social Media Lockdown,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
3. Courtney Fiorini and AJ Ricketts, “Team Heads to NIT Championship,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Dakota Crawford, “UAB Cuts Football Team, Takes Steps Forward,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Jeffrey Swindoll, “Baylor Finishes Season Fifth Overall,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Kelsey Jones, “Courgars Dunk UTSA,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA.
N10. Sports features
1. Evan Hoopfer, “’Sold, Not Told,’” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Brody Miller, “Filling the Void,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
3. Max Dible, “Team Hoiberg,” Iowa State Daily, Iowa State University, Amos, IA;
CM. Dakota Crawford, “More than Just a Number,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Dakota Crawford, “Grown-Man Decision,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Jasper Wilson, “After the Final Buzzer,” The Pitts News, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
N11. News feature
1. Tori Fater, “Limits of the Law,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Megan Jula, “Waiting for Help,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
3. Steven Zoeller, “Sugar Daddy,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
CM. Kara Berg, “Living with Trauma After Sexual Assualt,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Sarah Muller, “Taboo Topic,” Iowa State Daily, Iowa State University, Amos, IA;
CM. David Cahn, “Where’s Timothy Hamlett?” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
N12. Personality profile
1. Corey Stern, “The Man Behind the Name,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;
2. Ryan Howe, “Raised by Fire,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Jill Castellano, “Busting Barriers,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA;
CM. Kaitlin Lange, “Meer Algier,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Danielle Ferguson, “Powering Through,” Iowa State Daily, Iowa State University, Amos, IA;
CM. Whitney Woods, “Glazed and Confused,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.
N13. General feature
1. Anicka Slachta, “The Nigh Shift,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Austin Hess and Kali Xu, “Young, Ambitious and Undocumented at MIT,” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA;
3. Alden Woods, “Last Call at the Joker’s Wild,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Ryan Howe, “We’ll Be Waiting for You in the Darkness,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Alexander Gonzalez, “Winter is Coming,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Jill Castellano, “Through Penn History, Racial Tensions Laid Bare,” The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
N14. Entertainment reviews
1. Erica Swallow, “UN’s First UR Film Pushes the Bounds of Empathy,” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA;
2. Anna Bowman, “Nolan Creates Groundbreaking Film,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Davie Rolnick, “Revelations in Body and Soul,” The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA;
CM. Paula Ann Solis, “Dear White People,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Izabella Santana, “Spinning Around,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA;
CM. Courtney Linder, “The World of Kurt Cobain,” The Pitt News, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
N15. Headline writing
1. Staff, The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
2. Staff, The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
3. Staff, el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA
CM. Staff, The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.
N16. Caption writing
1. Staff, Wingspan, Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY;
2. Staff, The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.
N17. Briefs writing
1. Staff, The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.
N18. Sidebar writing
1. Carolyn Crowcroft, “Amid Federal Review, Account Raises Questions,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Kaitlin Bain and Amy Cunningham, “Taking a shot; Open Carry,” The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
3. Kathryn Agee, “Serve This Story,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
CM. Erica Klimt, “College Students Need to ‘Have Some Skin in the Gave’,” Wingspan, Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY.
N19. Art/illustration: Hand-drawn
1. Katherine Richard, “Sex and the Sacraments,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
2. Ellen Czinski and Hannah Kim, “Sexual Assualt,” Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA.
N20. Computer generated art/illustration
1. Anna Boone, “Regenerating the Classic,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Karla Rosas, “Fearbola,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
3. Jamie Leeds, “Yes Means Yes,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
N21. Art/illustration: Portfolio of work
1. Jamie Leeds, el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
N22. Editorial Cartoons
1. Katherine Richard, “Outrage,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.
N23. Sports Cartoons
No awards given in this category.
N24. Comic Cartoons
No awards given in this category.
N25. Cartoon Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N26. Photo story
1. Constance Atton, “No Place Like Homestead,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Sara Holmes, “Healthy Upgrade,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
3. Tamara Rodgers, “A Little Dirt Never Hurt,” Wingspan, Laramie County Community Collge, Cheyenne, WY;
CM. Jonathan Miksanek, “Drag Show,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Jessica Shurz, “Kay’s Passion Garden Tea,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Adam Kiefer, “Derby Girls,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN.
N27. Single spot news photograph
1. Kevin Freeman, “Storm Wrecks Waco,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Theo Schwarz, “Not One More,” The Pitt News, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA;
3. Emily de Santos, “Above: Police Officers,” The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Ike Hajinzarian, “Hanah Remembered,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Jiani Wu, “Unheard,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
CM. Breanna Daugherty, “President Barack Obama,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
N28. Single feature photograph
1. William Ziehl, “The Band Marches On,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
2. Constance Atton, “Ewe Got Served,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
3. Lance Lijewski, “Let the Games Begin,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
CM. Kevin Freeman, “Field of Green and Gold,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Theo Schwarz, “High Achiever,” The Pitt News, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA;
CM. Cary Wilton, “Housing the Universe,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA.
N29. Single sports photograph
1. Chris Michie, “The Leap,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Breanna Daughert, “Calyn Hosea,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Tamara Rodgers, “#Cowboy Up,” Wingspan, Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY;
CM. Breanna Daughert, “Renee Bennett,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Kevin Freeman, “Bottling Up the Sooners,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Emily de Santos, “Texas Tech Wide,” The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX.
N30. Photography Portfolio of work
1. Kevin Freeman, The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Constance Atton, The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
3. Tiffany Johnson, The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX.
N31. Photo illustration
1. James Benedict, “Attempting Perfection,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Duncan Stanley, “Playing with Fire,” The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
3. Jon Nieto, “Death by Choice,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
CM. Justin Tijerina, “A Call of Help,” The Cougar, University of Houston, Houston, TX;
CM. Taylor Snell, “What are You Doing this Staycation?” Wingspan, Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY;
CM. Ryan Pearce, “University and Community Offer Resources,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA.
N32. Photo Illustration: Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N33. Single Advertising photography
No awards given in this category.
N34. Informational graphics
1. Ashley Downing, “Comparing Indiana Seasonal Produce Prices,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Michael Boehnlein and Stephanie Redding, “High Price to Get High,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Staff, “Mixing Your Beats,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Tyson Bird, “Stross Fractures and Athletes,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Ross May, “2014 FIFA World Cup,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Anna Boone, “Bill Breakdown,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN.
N35. Informational graphics: Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N36. Typography: Overall look of the entire paper
1. Emily Andras, The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
2. Staff, The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
3. Staff, el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
N37. Typography: The look of one page
1. Sam Savell, “Research & Creative Arts Special Edition Cover Page,” The Signal, University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, TX;
2. Karla Rosas, “Inside Your Election,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.
N38. Typography: A designed or art headline
1. Sarbani Ghosh, “First Down for What?” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Tory Van Blarcum, “Mixing It Up,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
3. Skye Duncan, “Think Ink,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX.
N39.|N40.|N41. Overall Design
1. Staff, Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Staff, The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
3. Staff, el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA;
CM. Emily Andras and Karla Rosas, The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
CM. Ashley Atkinson, Sloane Arogeti and Noah Huguley, The Crimson White, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL;
CM. Staff, The Signal, University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, TX.
N42.|N43.|N44. Page One Design
1. Madison Martin, “Sexual Assault,”Iowa State Daily, Iowa State University, Ames, IA;
2. Daniel Brount, “Atlas Wins,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Lacey Hoopengardner, “When Students Die,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Anna Boone, “Fixed,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Emily Andras, “Drawing Board,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
CM. Sam Savell, “Research & Creative Arts Special Edition Cover Page,” The Signal, University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, TX.
N45. Page One Design Portfolio of work
1. Anna Boone, Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Sam Savell, The Signal, University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, TX.
N46.|N47.|N48. News Page Design
1. Jamie Leeds, “Stop I Have to Report This,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
N49. News Page Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N50.|N51.|N52. Editorial Page Design
1. Anthony Estolano, “Our SGA Vote,” The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
2. Karla Rosas, “Sept. 5, 2014,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
3. Mandy Kallemeyn, “We Killed Veishea,” Iowa State Daily, Iowa State University, Ames, IA;
CM. Emmeline Wood, “Post-its,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
CM. Katelyn Griffith, “Secrecy,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
N53. Editorial Page Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N54.|N55.|N56. Op-Ed or News Analysis Page Design
1. Staff, “Friday, April 24, 2015, Page 7B,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
2. Karla Rosas, “Nov. 14, 2014,” The Maroon, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, LA;
N57. Op-Ed or News Analysis Page Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N58.|N59.|N60. Feature Page Design
1. Katelyn Rowe, “Valentine Fortuneteller,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Michael Boehnlein, “Eddie Izzard,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Daniel Brount, “Byte,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
N61. Feature Page Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N62.|N63.|N64. Sports Page Design
1. Breanna Daugherty, Ross May and David Polaski, “Rumble,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Tyson Bird, “Sports,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Alex Mowrey, “Rock Blown Out in Big House Battle,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA.
N65. Sports Page Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N66. Photo layout: Full page
1. Stephanie Redding, “A Nation in Protest,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Alex Mowrey, “Rock Leaves Griffins Grounded,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
3. Staff, “Drag Show,” Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Hannah Haseloff, “Cosplaying Dress-Up,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Skye Duncan, “Think Ink,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Alex Mowrey, “Kid Ink,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA.
N67. Photo layout: Two or more pages
1. Alex Mowrey, “Rock Basketball Past and Present,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
2. Rebecca Dietrich, “125 Years and Still Rockin’,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
3. Haide Hernanadez, “International Festival,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
N68. Photo layout: Portfolio of work
1. Vivian Hu, The Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA.
N69. Advertising layout: Single advertisement
1. Marissa Churchill, “Best of Bloomington,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Karleigh Santry, “You Could Be Here,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
3. Aaron Villarreal, “Crickets,” The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX.
N70. Advertising layout: Advertising page
1. Mercer Suppiger, “Hoosier Ride,” Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN.
N71.|N72.|N73 Single Subject News or Feature Package, Single Page Design
1. Megan Deaton, “Bedlam,” The Oklahoma Daily, University of Oklahoma, Norman, IN.
N74. Single Subject News or Feature Package, Single Page Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N75.|N76.|N77. Single Subject News or Feature Package, Double-truck or Special Section Design
1. Staff, “Looking Ahead-SRU Basketball,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
2. Staff, “Student Choice Awards,” The Daily Evergreen, Washington State University, Pullman, WA;
3. Staff, “The Flare-Revels,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
CM. Jamie Leeds, “Julius Caesar,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA;
CM. Staff, “March Madness: Comic Book Adventures to Begin, End, Continue,” Wingspan, Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY.
N78. Single Subject News or Feature Package, Double-truck or Special Section Design Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
MAGAZINE
These awards reflect entries produced between June 11, 2014 through June 10, 2015. Because CSPA dates its awards by the year in which they are given, they are given, they are known as the 2015 Gold Circle Awards for Magazines.
M1. Open (free) form poetry
1. Jessica Melendy, “I’ve Already Taken My Medication,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
2. Taylor Almeida, “Bones,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
3. Alex Mooring, “Walking Out Back,” The Dulcimer, Mercer University, Macon, GA;
CM. Ryan Austin, “Dighton Rock Translate,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Phi Nyem Pham, “Dear Fellow Traveler,” Miambiance, Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus, Miami, FL;
CM. Alyson Queen, “Crickets,” The Mountain Laurel, North Greenville University, Tigerville, SC.
M2. Closed (traditional) form poetry
1. Sophie Brenneman, “Folding Hands (A Ghazal),” Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD;
2. Deanna Hass, “In Between the Pages of a Cocktail Menu,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
3. Meghan Boilard, Alex Burnett and Sayre Harvell, “Warp & Woof,” Signature, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY;
CM. Jason Fontana, “The Boss’s Widow,” Miambiance, Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus, Miami, FL.
M3. Experimental fiction
1. Elizabeth Gerard, “Portrait of a Separation,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL.
M4. Traditional fiction
1. Maggie McGovern, “Pepper Raleigh,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
2. Shane Philips, “Terminal,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
3. Sonora Hospital-Medina, “Another Day,” Miamibiance, Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus, Miami, FL.
CM. Sahar Mustafah, “Wingspan,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
CM. Jennifer Champagne, “I Before E,” The Dulcimer, Mercer University, Macon, GA;
CM. Liz Bonica, “Ice Cream,” Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD.
M5. Essays
1. Charlotte Gasparetti Ribar, “In the Bones,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
2. Stephanie Buckley, “Sleep Study,” Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD;
3. A/L White, “Post-Nasal Drip,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
CM. Jess Millman, “About Strays,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
CM. Howard Simmons, “God and the Gay,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
CM. Jarrod Fouts, “Obsessively Compulsive and Totally Disordered,” SCAN Magazine, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.
M6. Humor
1. Amy Giacalone, “The Kissing Waitress,” Hair Trigger, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL;
2. Kathryn Collins, “Trivia Nights,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M7. Non-fiction article
1. Shannon Gilmore, “A Broken Smile,” Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary’s University, Emmitsburg, MD;
2. Albert Williams, “Reporting from the Lines,” Convergence, Humber, Toronto, Ontario;
3. Brendan Quinn, “Fueling the Fire,” Convergence, Humber, Toronto, Ontario;
CM. Leah Bryce, “Alamo Defender,” The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
CM. Ella Dali Melker, “Sex, Write It,” Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD;
CM. Yael Herman, “Shalala Speaks,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M8. Non-fiction interview
1. Scott Novak, “Undercover Dispatches from Ghana,” The Independent, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL;
2. Travis Loose, “Up in the Air,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
3. Liz Hitchcock, “Well-Worn History,” Focus, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Elizabeth Starr, “You Should’ve Seen it in Color,” Focus, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Julianne Fox, “The Sombre Side of Sport,” Sweat, Humber, Toronto, Ontario;
CM. Megan McCrink, “College Cadets,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M9. Non-fiction column
1. Staff, “To the Reader,” Legacy XIV 2015, Reading Area Community College, Reading, PA;
2. Kathryn Moody, “Accidental Racist,” Inside, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
3. Mikaela Gilbert-Lurie, “Greek Life is Inherently Sexist,” 34th Street Magazine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
M10. Overall design of Literary Magazine
1. Meghan Boilard, Signatures, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY;
2. Luke Herlihy, Kendall Kierhan and Taylor McQueeney, Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD;
3. Staff, The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Brdgewater, MA;
CM. Staff, Axis, Miami Dade College North Campus, Miami, FL;
CM. Staff, Legacy XIV 2015, Reading Area Community College, Reading, PA.
M11. Overall design of Specialty Magazine
1. Quentin Banston, Hoops, Iowa State University, Ames, IA;
2. Janie Ginsberg and Kate Richards, Convergence, Humber, Toronto, Ontario.
M12. Overall design of General Interest Magazine
1. Staff, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Staff, Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO;
3. Carmen Cheng and Mary Catherine Pflug, The Independent, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL;
CM. Taylor Griffin and Hannah Neumann, Focus, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Chelsea Coleman, Inside, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Staff, SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.
M13. Cover design
1. Staff, SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA;
2. Staff, The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
3. Meghan Boilard, Sayre Harvell and Lena Laque, Signature, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY;
CM. Staff, SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA;
CM. Natalie Greene, Hayley Lane and Delaney Pratt, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Grace Gruarin and Lucy Morton, Skald, Villa Maria College, Buffalo, NY.
M14. Table of contents page
1. Brittany Hallin, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Staff, The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
3. Rori Kotch, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Taylor Griffin and Hannah Neumann, Focus, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Meghan Boilard, Sayre Harvell and Lena Laque, Signature, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY;
CM. Mary Catherine Pflug, The Independent, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL.
M15. Use of typography on one page or spread
1. Brittany Hallin, “Table of Contents,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Megan McCrink, “Do It for the Double Tap,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Rori Kotch, “Shalala Speaks,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Staff, “The Fairy Tale Character’s Book of Proper Etiquette & Manual of Politeness,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Gabriella Diniz, “Graphic Design Thesis,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Megan McKinnon, “Surf’s Upriver,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR.
M16. Use of a designed or art headline
1. Michelle Lock, “Murica,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Rori Kotch and Michelle Lock, “Halloweekend,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Daniel Frumhoff, “Cupcake,” Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO;
CM. Miriam Lui and Ian McDougald, “Culture Corner Series,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario;
CM. Megan McKinnon, “Surf’s Upriver,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Daniel Frumhoff, “For You by Us,” Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO.
M17. General use of typography throughout magazine
1. Staff, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Daniel Frumhoff, Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO;
3. Staff, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Mary Catherine Pflug, The Independent, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL;
CM. Staff, SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA;
CM. Christina Gomba, An-Ji Kim and Ian McDougald, Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario.
M18. Single illustration: hand-drawn
1. Natalie Greene, “Cover,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Nicholas Maskell, “More Tea, Mr. Cthulu?” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
3. Nichole Manfredi, “Exposed,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. April MacDonald, “Me in a Polaroid,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Jillian Monska, “Stay Away,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Annabella Camise, “Joy,” Miambiance, Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus, Miami, FL.
M19. Single illustration: computer generated
1. Morgan Anderson, “Wild, Wild, Web,” Inside, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
2. Kathryn Harkings, “Studying Abroad,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Claudia Fernandes, “West Coast is East Coast,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Nicholas Maskell, “More Tea, Mr. Cthulhu?” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridewater, MA;
CM. Mary Catherine Pflug, “Why Putin Isn’t that Crazy,” The Independent, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL;
CM. Jamel Jones, “Bibliophile,” SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.
M20. Portfolio Illustration
1. Shannon Collings, The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridewater, MA;
2. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Natalie Greene, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Patrick Oleson, Miambiance, Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus, Miami, FL.
M21. Advertising layout: Single advertisement
1. Katherine Lee, “Rethink Gaming,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Interactive Media Ad,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Allie Pakrosnis, Distraction Ad- Get Distracted,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Vania Ho, “SCAD Connector,” SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Distraction Ad - Get Wild,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “CMP 471 Ad,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M22. Advertising layout: Advertising page
1. Katherine Lee, “Rethink Gaming,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Interactive Media Ad,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Design Games for Good,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “User Experience Ad,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Rachel Rising, “Print Ad Rye? Rye Lot?” Skald, Villa Maria College, Buffalo, NY;
CM. Bill Barrett and Daniel Frumhoff, “May Gallery,” Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO.
M23. Cartoon
1. Nicholas Maskell, “More Tea, Mr. Cthulhu?” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
2. Meghan Boilard, Sayre Harvell and Anna Latzer, “Pages 36-37,” Signature, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY;
3. Jaime Franks, “Brush Trouble,” SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.
M24. Photographs
1. Travis Taylor, “Cowboy Artist,” Focus, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Mary Jane Schulte, “Surf’s Upriver,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
3. Emily Robbins, “Jet Setters,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM., MaryEllen Cavella, “Play Ball,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Christian Alvarez, “Visitor,” Miambiance, Miami Dade College - Kendall Campus, Miami, FL;
CM. Gina Oneill, “Flower Bud,” Skald, Villa Maria College, Buffalo, NY.
M25. Photography: Portfolio of work
1. Kyra Bailey, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Tiffany Johnson, The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
3. Travis Taylor, Focus, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Sara Holmes, The Flare, Kilgore College, Kilgore, TX;
CM. Glen Banks, Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD;
CM. Will Sunders, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR.
M26. Informational graphics
1. Ceceilia Villegas, “How Obsessed are You?” SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA;
2. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Craft Beer,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Allie Pakrosnis, “A Day at UM,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Healthy During Midterms,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “American Dream,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M27. Informational graphics: Portfolio of work
1. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M28. Literary single spread
No awards given in this category.
M29. Literary Multi-page presentation
1. José Diaz and Kendall Kiernan, “Grub Street High School Contest,” Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD;
2. Staff, “Countercultural Mainstream,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA.
M30. Literary portfolio
1. Luke Herlyny, Kendall Kiernan and Katie Lahatte, Grub Street, Towson University, Towson, MD.
M31. Special or general interest magazine single page design
1. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Wet & Wild,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Katherine Lee, “YouTube,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Daniel Frumhoff and Claire Mueller, “Food Trucks,” Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “West Coast vs. East Coast,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Pack Like a Pro,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM., Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez and Michelle Lock, “Healthy During Midterms,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M32. Special or general interest magazine single spread
1. Natalie Greene, “Up in the Air,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Staff, “Obsessively Compulsive and Totally Disordered,” SCAN, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, GA;
3. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez, “Craft Beer,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Staff, “Cthulhu/Pity Spread,” The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA;
CM. Katherine Lee, “The Guide Food,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez and Rori Kotch, “Shalala Speaks,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
M33. Special or general interest magazine multi-page presentation
1. Courtney Meili, “Jazz,” FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Michelle Lock, “Murica,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Claudia Fernandes-Hernandez and Michelle Lock, “Chill Out,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Megan McCrink, “Double Tap,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Rori Kotch and Michelle Lock, “Jetsetters,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Staff, “Centennial,” Ampersand, Webster University, St. Louis, MO.
M34. Special or General Interest Magazine Portfolio
1. Rori Kotch, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Hayley Lane, FLUX, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, OR;
3. Katherine Lee, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Chelsea Coleman, Inside, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN;
CM. Michelle Lock, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Yearbook Categories
These awards reflect entries produced between November 2, 2013 through October 10, 2014. Because CSPA dates its awards by the year in which they are given, they are given, they are known as the 2015 Gold Circle Awards for Yearbooks.
Y1. Feature writing: Student Life
1. Emily Roberson, “Through International Eyes,” Round Up, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Liz Moomey, “Funding the Future,” Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
3. Tanner Colf, “Pretty Works,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
CM. Claire Salinas, “Rolling in the Mud,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
CM. Katie Lee, “Calle Ocho,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Brittany Belli, “Ground Zero,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y2. Sports reporting
1. Racey Burden, “Highest,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Christopher Martin, “Rising to the Top,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
3. Johnathan Stout, “Packing for Omaha,” Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
CM. Chelsea Sanford, “Journey to NCAA March Madness,” Round Up, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Kristen Spillane, “Season Snapshot,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Kristen Spillane, “Step Up to the Hoop,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
Y3. Sports feature writing
1. Kayla Swanson, “Hope for Harlie,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
2. Liz Moomey, “State of Flux,” Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
3. A.J. Ricketts, “In It to Win It,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
Y4. Academic writing
1. Holly Bensur, “Campaigns for a Cause,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Victoria Pinlla Escobar, “Through the Looking Glass,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Nikki Stoudt, “Smart Eating,” Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
CM. Jodi Stamback, “Going Viral,” The Griffon, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO;
CM. Robert DeSoto, “Thespian Resurgence,” The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
CM. Kanna Deutsch, “Spring Break,” The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Y5. Organization/Greek writing
1. Ashley McBride, “Look What the Rat Dragged In,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Ashley McBride, “Engaging the Community,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Fernanda Chagas, “The Air,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
CM. Blake Hayness, “Mud Me Lucky,” The Griffon, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO;
CM. Dovin Azerad, “Little Shop,” The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Y6. Personality profile
1. Mary-Kate Smith, “A Bug’s Life,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
2. Ben Cline, “Tom Auffenberg,” The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
3. Jodi Stamback, “The Adventure Continues,” The Griffon, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO;
CM. Nicole Molter, “From Salad to Sirloin,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Matthew Langston, “Red Badge of Purpose,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y7. Sidebar Writing
1. Cindy Ferreiro, “Stroddling the Line,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Michael Gutierrez, “Virtual Hospitality,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Zoe Wu, “23rd Year,” The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Y8. Headline writing
1. Emily Roberson, Round Up, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Brittany Belli, Adam Curry and Kelly Powers, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y9. Caption/cutline writing
1. Holly Bensrure, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Racey Burden and Kelly Powers, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y10. Theme and concept
1. Staff, Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
2. Anastasia Bolshakov and Claire Elestwani, The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX;
3. Katherine Lee, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y11. Cover design
1. Chelsea Brown, Chelsea Rawson and Blythe Reinhard, Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
2. Staff, Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
3. Fernanda Chagas and Christopher Martin, Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA.
Y12. End sheets
1. Deron Millay, Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
2. Racey Burden, Sean Cummings and Adrianna Doyal, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y13. Title page
1. Christopher Martin, Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA.
Y14. Table of contents
1. Adrianna Doyal, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Katherine Lee, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Anastasia Bolshakov, The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Y15. Sports action photo
1. Christopher Martin, “Linebackers Celebrate,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
2. Brad Tollefson, “Texas Tech Defensive Back,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
3. Kevin Freeman, “Bringing It Home,” Round Up, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
CM. Isaac Villalobos, “Texas Tech Wide Receiver,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Michael Noble Jr., “Attempts to Tackle,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y16. Sports feature photo
1. Michael Noble Jr., “Ruggers,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
2. Ian Maule, “Nose Fixed,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
3. Zach Beeker, Holly Bensur and Katherine Lee, “Sports Divider,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y17. Academic photo
1. Jeni Roberts-Swope, “Cast of Picasso at Lapin Agile,” The Griffon, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO;
2. Sean Cummings, “Academics Divider,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
3. Cyprien Campeaux, “Expression,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA.
Y18. Feature photo
1. Lauren Pape, “Lightning,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
2. Brian Powers, “Events Day,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
3. Soorya Avali, “Work Hard,” The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX;
CM. John Carroll, “Snow Masks,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Lauren Pape, “Raider Red Silhouette,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Brian Powers, “Holi,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y19. Advertising photo
No awards given in this category.
Y20. Photo portfolio
1. Christopher Martin, Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
2. Sean Cummings, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
3. Ryan Parry, Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
CM. John Joyner, Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
CM. Holly Bensur, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y21. Photo illustration: single image
1. Adrianna Doyal and Kelly Powers, “Pe-et Forward,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Rori Kotch and Katherine Lee, “Vivimos en Miami” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Holly Bensur, “New Eats,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Isaac Villalobos, “Instant Lunch,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Hannah Heister and Katherine Lee, “Skilled Splash,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Deron Millay, “Instagram,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y22. Feature presentation
1. Katherine Lee, “Turning 21,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Rori Kotch and Katherine Lee, “Vinimos en Miami,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Michelle Lock, “Senior Spotlight,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Tanner Cole, Luke Franke and Deron Millay, “Surrounded By Sound,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
CM. Tanner Cole, Peyton Hobson and Deron Millay, “Twirl Blazer,” Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y23. Index
1. Aly Smith, The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
2. Staff, Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
3. Adrianna Doyal, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y24. Informational Graphics: single
1. Katherine Lee, “Demographics by School,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Hardy Ho, “Wind Energy in America,” The Griffon, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO;
3. Michelle Lock, “Rankings/Board of Trustees,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Olivia Brown, “Redefining Social Communication,” Cabin Log, Berry College, Mount Berry, GA;
CM. Michelle Lock, “NCAA Ruling,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Houston Harris and Shelby Rogers, “Arc of Justice, Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y25. Informational Graphics: Portfolio
1. Katherine Lee, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Blythe Reinhard, Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
3. Michelle Lock, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y26. Opening and closing spread design
1. Adrianna Doyal, Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Katherine Lee, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Chelsea Brown, Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC.
Y27. Division page design
1. Katherine Lee and Michelle Lock, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Staff, Talisman, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
Y28. Student Life spread: one spread
1. Gabby Guevara and Ciara Stephens, “Thrilled to Kill,” Cabin Log, Berry College, Mount Berry, GA;
2. Fernanda Chagas and Christopher Martin, “Festivals of Colors,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
3. Natalie Colburn, “Summer Events,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Jake Loffman and Aly Smith, “Tiger Tunes” The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
CM. Kailyn Cox, “Retirement to Remember,” La Ventana, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Katherine Lee “Turning 21,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y29. Student life spread multi-page presentation
1. Katherine Lee “Living in Miami,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
2. Emily Roberson, “All-University Sing,” Round Up, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
3. Anastasia Boshakov, “Unconventional,” The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Y30. Sports spread: one spread
1. Michelle Lock, “Dominating Defense,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
2. John Ellis, Blake Haynes and Hardy Ho, “In The Game,” Griffon, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO;
3. Christopher Martin and Claire Salinas, “Going the Distance,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
CM. Ben Cline and Aly Smith, “Softball,” The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
CM. Michelle Lock, “Gators Get Swamped,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Mason Cullen, “Grand Slam,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y31. Sports page multi-page presentation
1. Adrianna Doyal, “Lowest of Lows to the Highest of Highs,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK;
2. Katherine Lee and Michelle Lock, “Football,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Staff, “Southland Champions,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA.
Y32. Academic spread: one spread
1. Katherine Lee “Finals,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Michelle Lock, “Rankings,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Adrianna Doyal, “We Have It All,” Sooner, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.
Y33. Academic spread multi-page presentation
1. Staff, “Fall and Spring Commencement,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
2. Katherine Lee and Michelle Lock, “Graduation,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y34. People spread with mug photos
1. Staff, “Undergraduates,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Staff, “Graduates,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y35. People spread with mug photos multi-page presentation
1. Staff, “Undergraduates,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y36. People spreads without mug photos one spread
1. Michelle Lock, “Senior Spotlight,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Staff, “Marching On,” Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
3. Holly Bensur, “Recruitment,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y37. People spreads without mug photos multi-page presentation
1. Michelle Lock, “Senior Spotlight,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Staff, “Spring Fever,” Le Souvenir, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;
3. Katherine Lee, “Panhellenic Association,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y38. Advertising layout: Single advertisement
1. Tori Abellera and Aly Smith, “The Men of Kappa Chi,” The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR;
2. Tori Abellera and Aly Smith, “The Men of Eta Alpha Omega,” The Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR.
Y39. Advertising layout: Advertising page
1. Katherine Lee, “Page 446,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y40. Organization or Greeks spread one spread
1. Katherine Lee, “Spirit Groups,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Holly Bensur, “Greek Week,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Holly Bensur, “Recruitment,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y41. Organization or Greeks spread multi-page presentation
1. Kevin Czachura, “Bottoms Up,” The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX;
2. Katherine Lee, “Panhellenic Association,” Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Y42. Design portfolio
1. Katherine Lee, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Emily Roberson, Round Up, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
3. Haoyu Wu, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Blythe Reinhard, Agromeck, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC;
CM. Zoe Wu, The Campanile, Rice University, Houston, TX;
CM. Michelle Lock, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Digital Media
These awards reflect entries produced between November 2, 2013 through October 10, 2014. Because CSPA dates its awards by the year in which they are given, they are given, they are known as the 2015 Gold Circle Awards for Yearbooks.
DM1. Breaking news
1. Emma Kate Fittes and Aric Khokey, “SGA Vice President Resigns,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Adam Kozak, “Current HSF President Disqualified from 2014 Election,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
3. Ashley Dye, “Trustees Announce Paul W. Ferguson as Ball State’s 15th President,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Staff, “Victim in Purdue Shooting Identified,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Kendra Hamilton and Kathleen Jolly, “Two Dead After Shooting Near Don Bosco Catholic Secondary School,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM2. Secondary coverage
1. Anna Ortiz, and Jeremy Ervin, “Behind the Tape,” “Miles Away” and “Across the Street,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Ari Salas, “Ford’s Cancer: What is Pleomorphic Liposarcoma?” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
3. Rachel Podnar, “ Immersive Learning Hallmark of Gora’s Presidency, Faculty Says,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM3. News writing
1. Lauren Chapman, “Students Turns to Crowdfunding,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Lauren Chapman, “University Approach to Emergencies in Step with National Security Procedures,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Kaitlin Lange, “One Third of Students Drop Honors by Graduation,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Lauren Chapman, “Students Host Performance Art Demonstration,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Kara Berg, “Student Makes Petition to Get ASL Counted as Foreign Language,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Vanessa Campbell, “Study Puts Focus on Issue of Teenage Pregnancy,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM4. News feature
1. Staff, “Former Student Fatally Shot,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA;
2. Kat Shermack, “Still a Man’s World — Gender Gap in Newsrooms,” Convergence, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
3. Claudia Tristan, “Surviving Rape at Texas Tech,” The Hub @ TTU, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
CM. Kaitlin Lange, “Study Abroad Can Lead to Openness,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Jasmine Kabatay, “Am I Next? Social Media Raising Awarenewss for Missing and Murdered Women,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
CM. Ari Salas, “The State of Ebola: Not Just Africa’s Problem,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM5. In-depth news/feature story
1. Rachel Podnar, “Researcher Calls Rise of Campus Crime ‘Hype’” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Rachel Podnar, “Sexual Offenses Often Go Unreported,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Hermione Wilson, Silence Descends on Gitmo,” Convergence, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
CM. Kaitlin Lange, “Socialization Instrumental in Gender Gays Among Students, Professors,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Rachel Podnar, “Studies Point to Learning in Efficiency in Etextbooks,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Abbie Avvoyos, Evan Dixon and Alicia Keene, “Asbestos on Campus,” The Hub @ TTU, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX.
DM6. Editorial writing
1. Staff, “Our View: SGA Does Matter,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Kevin Squires, “Lawsuit Lacks Cohesion, Weakens Discrimination,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
3. Staff, “Our View: Gora’s Successor has Much to Prove,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM7. Personal opinion: On-campus issues
1. Anna Ortiz, “Have Common Sense: How to Take Your Parents to a Bar,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM8. Personal opinion: Off-campus issues
1. Dora Williams, “Hope No-Go,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Juamarro Cuffee, “Lamenting the Loss of the Printed Page,” The Signal, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX;
3. Sam Savell, “U-G-L-Y, Houston Does Have an Alibi,” The Signal, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX;
CM. Daniel Gladis, “Rejecting Independence: A ‘wise choice’ for Scotland,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA.
DM9. General or humor commentary
1. Anna Ortiz, “Common Sense: How to Take Your Parents to a Bar,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Kourtney Cooper, “Fashion Fix: Bundle Up, Don’t Bulk Up,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM10. First person experience
1. Evie Lichtenwalter, “Prognosis Unknown: I Have Cancer, but Don’t Get Weird,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Jordan Huffer, “Born in a Ball Jar: Living Through Grief,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM11. Sports commentary
1. Matt McKinney, “Killer Crossover: Wenning’s Performance Shouldn’t Affect His Legacy,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Bryan Black, “Houston Rockets Season Approaches Launch Pad,” The Signal, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX;
3. Matt McKinney, “NFL Must Prepare for Gay Athetes,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM12. Sports news
1. Matt McKinney, “Majok, McCrae Battle in Ball State Victory Over Buffalo,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Dakota Crawford, “Wide Receiver Leaves School for NFL Drafts, The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Matt McKinney, “Jahwan Edwards Carries Offense in GoDaddy Bowl Loss,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Matt McKinney, “Tough, but Not Enough,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. George Halim, “Canadian Olympic Snowboarding Starts Off Strong,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
CM. Kristen Spillane,” ‘Canes No Match for No. 18 Duke,” Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
DM13. Sports features
1.Elliott Pratt, “When Adversity Meets Opportunity: Harris Influences Community Through Character,” College Heights Herald, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY;
2. Neil Dryer, “Fifty-seven Years After Graduation Pate Sticks Around,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
3. Mat Mikesell, “Money Game,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Anthony Lombardi, “Not for Long,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Jessica Paiva, “Rec to the Extreme,” Sweat, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
CM. Elliott Pratt, “Standing Alone: WKU’s 1971 Final Four Team Remains in a League of its Own,” College Heights Herald, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.
DM14. Personality profile
1. Dana Bredeweg, Pam Cressall and Sutton Raphael, “Carved with Love,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Danielle Grady, “Knightly Ritual,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Huixin Deng, “Adviser Finds Connection with Freshmen,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Ryan Howe, “A Message of Hope,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM15. General feature
1. Brian O’Neill, “Netflix Rising,” Convergence, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
2. Anna Wright, “Sunken Dream,” The Signal, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX;
3. Guru Amar Khalsa, Alex Sacco and Teija Stearns, “Windows to the Sea,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Ryan Howe, “Looking for Acceptance,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Natalie Hanniman, “Toronto Man to Run Boston Marathon Twice, in One Day,” humbernews.ca, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
CM. Nicky Diaz and Stephanie Parra, “Suntan U Reputation Casts Long Shadow,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
DM16. Entertainment reviews
1. Matt McKinney, “Binge Watcher: ‘Gotham’ Shows Promise in Series Premiere, but has Room to Grow,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Ryan Howe, “Testing Her Metal,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Nicky Diaz, “Brit Bands Release Stellar Albums,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
CM. Jeremy Ervin, “No Sleep Till Muncie: Rayman Legends Provides New Challenges with Familiarity for Fans” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Shan Fernanado, “Soaring to New Heights: Cirque Du Soleil’s Varekai,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM17. Fiction
No award given in this category.
DM18. Essays
1. Veronica Grana-Sierra, “Metro Sexy: It’s A New Guy Thing,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM19. Humor
No award given in this category.
DM20. Non-fiction article
1. Alicia Keene, “#socialmedia and Relationships,” The Hub @ Texas Tech, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
2. Evan French, “News By Any Other Name,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
3. Sarah Self-Walbrick, “Female Engineer: My Brain and My Shoes are Not Connected,” The Hub @ Texas Tech, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX.
DM21. Non-fiction interview
1. Ashley Dye and Evie Lichtenwalter, “Eddie Izzard’s ‘Force Majeure’ to Stop in Indianapolis,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Eric Leamen, “Wearable Tech,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM22. Non-fiction column
1. Peter Sanfilippo, “Drawing Blanks,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM23. Headline writing
No award given in this category.
DM24. Caption writing
No award given in this category.
DM25. Briefs writing
No award given in this category.
DM26. Single spot news photograph
1. Taylor Irby, “‘Gunman’ on Campus,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Jonathan Miksanek, “Tony Proudfoot and the Media,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Kevin Freeman, “Waco Storm,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX.
DM27. Single feature photograph
1. Breanna Daugherty, “REO Speedwagon,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Comfort Obeng, “Nothing Will Make You Want to Adopt More…” YYZ, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
3. Jordan Huffer, “Pendergrass,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Rebecca Dietrich, “Seasons of Giving Brings Joy to Students,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
CM. Jordan Huffer, “Twins,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Robin Ghosh, “Comicon Cosplay: The Joker,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM28. Single sports photograph
1. Travis Taylor, “Odyssey Fouled,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Rebecca Dietrich, “Men’s Basketball Outlasts Edinboro,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
3. Jonathan Miksanik, “Tori Widrick,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM29. Photography Portfolio of work
No award given in this category.
DM30. Photo illustration
1. Sam Savell, “Sustainable Houston,” The Signal, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX.
DM31. Art/illustration: Hand-drawn
No award given in this category.
DM32. Computer generated art/illustration
1. Alicia Keene, “#socialmedia and Relationships,” The Hub @ Texas Tech, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX;
2. Morgan Alfrejd, “Oregon Invaders – Title Pase,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
3. Maegan Hufstetler, “Mental Health,” The Signal, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, TX.
DM33. Editorial Cartoons
1. Rebecca Dietrich, “Misunderstandings, Cheating Areas of Concern for Online-Only Classes,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
2. Rebecca Dietrich, “Gender Neutral Bathrooms Should Be More Widespread,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
DM34. Sports Cartoons
No award given in this category.
DM35. Comic Cartoons
No award given in this category.
DM36. Informational graphics
1. Erika Espinoza, “Deadly Fever,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
2. Ryan Wiaranowski, “The Next Technological Revolution,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
3. Lisa Donato and Alan Sylvestre, “Choosing A Legend-Graphic Title: The Pre-Fontaire Classic,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Aidan Feay, “What Time is Your Final,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Stephanie Redding, “High Price to Get High,” The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN;
CM. Megan Rach, “What You Missed While Rob Ford Took the Headlines,” Convergence, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM37. Typography: Overall look of the entire website
1. Lisa Donato, Stephanie Hinson and Scott Proctor, OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Sam Hume, Krystal Kam and Eric Leaman, Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
3. Aidan Feay, The Ball State Daily News, Ball State University, Muncie, IN.
DM38. Advertisement
1. Will Campbell, “Emerge Conference April 2014,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM39. News Online Design Web site
1. Staff, el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA.
DM40. Magazine Online Design Web site
1. Lisa Donato, Stephanie Hinson and Scott Proctor, OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Staff, Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM41. Yearbook Overall Design Web site
No award given in this category.
DM42. Photo slideshow
1. Constance Atton and Kevin Freeman, “The Storm That Wrecked Waco,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
2. Travis Taylor, “Fort Hood Memorial Service,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX;
3. Rebecca Dietrich and Alex Mowrey, “125 Years and Still Rockin’,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA;
CM. Staff, “Oh, the Canes you’ll know,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
DM43. Photo and audio slideshow
1. Karleigh Santry, “MTS Rehearses for Next Week’s Fall Broadway Cabaret,” The Rocket, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA.
DM44. Podcast
1. Greg Devries and Daniel Hill, “Unpredictable First Round,” The Baylor Lariat, Baylor University, Waco, TX.
DM45. Interactive graphic
1. Natalia Bilenko, “Scientific Collaborations at UC Berkeley,” The Berkeley Science Review, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA;
2. Cassie Sheridan, “A History of Women at UP, The Beacon, University of Portland, Portland, OR.
DM46. Video Commercial
1. Dana Bellamy, “Emerge 2014” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM47. Video PSA
No award given in this category.
DM48. Video News Package
1. Staff, “Audrey Winklesas Coverage,” The Miami Hurricane, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL;
2. Robin Ghosh and Stephanie Villella, “#hashtag Dating,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DM49. Video Feature Package
1. Dana Bredeweg, Sutton Raphael and Alex Sacco, “Distinctively Crafted Sound – ‘Bending Tradition’,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
2. Guru Amar Khalsa, “Taste of Oregon – ‘2 Towns Ciderhouse’,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
3. Eric Leamen, Shan Fernando and Kayna Taras, “Unmasking Cirque,” Emerge, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada;
CM. Staff, “Dancers Become Elevated,” el Don, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA;
CM. Dana Bredeweg, Pam Cressall and Sutton Raphael, “Carves with Love — ‘Jacquelyn’s Studio’,” OR Magazine, University of Oregon of Journalism & Communication, Eugene, OR;
CM. Tyler Essary, Jonah Phillips and Kreable Young, “Uncharted Waters,” College Heights Herald, Western Kentucky University, Bowling, KY.
DM50. Video Documentary
1. Stephanie Villella, “Beer Store Monopoly,” Emerge TV, University of Guelph-Humber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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