2017 District III Award Winners
Special Recognition Awards
Bill Franklin Volunteer of the Year Award
Karen Moore, Tallahassee Community College
Inclusion and Diversity Award
Anita B. Walton, Council for the Advancement and Support of Education
Mentor of the Year Award
Dr. Maureen Silva, Bridgewater College
Distinguished Service Award
Dave Roberts, University of Tennessee System
Chief Executive Leadership Award
Lt. General John Rosa, The Citadel
CASE National Platinum Awards Category
Alumni Relations Engagement Project, Event, or Program:
Grand Award
University of Miami
University of Miami Presidential Inauguration – Alumni Outreach
Best Practices in Alumni Relations
Grand Award
Campbell University
Campbell University | An Evening with J. Bradley Creed
Award of Excellence
University of Miami
Senior Sendoff: Today's Graduates, Tomorrow's Alumni
Bellarmine University
Bellarmine Alumni-Student Mentoring
Special Merit
Nova Southeastern University
Alumni Engagement Index
University of Miami
University of Miami Presidential Inauguration – Alumni Outreach
Best Practices in Communications and Marketing
Grand Award
Transylvania University
Transylvania University Brand Recharge
Award of Excellence
NC State University
Re-branding the NC State Alumni Association
Special Merit
Campbell University
Campbell University | Our 5th President
University of Florida
More Than A Name: An In-House Communications and Marketing Campaign for Higher Ed Advancement
Best Practices in Fundraising
Grand Award
Bellarmine University
Bellarmine Run for Ryann
Award of Excellence
Washington and Lee University
Say Thanks Week
Best Practices in Advancement Services
Grand Award
University of South Florida
Portfolio Analysis for Major and Non-Major Gift Officers (“Portfolio Analysis”)
Best Practices in Fundraising Campaigns
Award of Excellence
Clemson University
Clemson University’s The Will to Lead Capital Campaign
Santa Fe College
50 Years to First President’s Gala
Special Merit
Saint Mary's School
Our legacy. Her future. Saint Mary's School's Annual Fund Direct Mail Campaign.
Virginia Commonwealth University
Through These Doors
Best Articles of the Year
Grand Award
Emory University
"Surviving the Unsurvivable", Emory Medicine
Award of Excellence
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: "Here's to Harrelson: Love it or loathe it, NC State's round building left an impression."
Emory University
Entry Title: Emory Report: "Students find long-lost grave of Georgia man killed for voting in 1948"
Special Merit
University of Central Florida
"Such Great Heights"
Duke University
"The Making of Chad Dickerson"
Emory University
"Healing Hearts, Changing Minds"
Excellence in Photography
Grand Award
University of Georgia
2015-2016 Portfolio
Award of Excellence
University of Richmond
“Serendipity”
Clemson University
Ken Scar Promotes Clemson University’s Military Heritage
CASE District III Award Winners
Alumni Relations Engagement Project, Event, or Program
Award of Excellence
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University Black Alumni Weekend
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Mock Residency Interviews - A Comprehensive Approach
Special Merit
University of South Carolina
My Carolina Alumni Association Flood Relief Initiative
North Carolina State University
Rise of NC State Alumni Entrepreneur Network
University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving’s Volunteer Leadership Summit
Grand Award
Morehead State University
#MSUDay - 24-Hour Challenge
Award of Excellence
Clemson University
Clemson University Give Day
Davidson College
Davidson College Class of 1979 Scholarship
Special Merit
Murray State University
#RacerHolidays: Celebrating a season of global traditions.
External Relations Engagement Program
Grand Award
Mississippi State University
MSU: External Communications
Award of Excellence
Virginia Tech
Save Our Towns
Florida State University
Creating a University-wide recognition society
Special Merit
Morehead State University
2015 Browning Orchard Festival Award
Media Relations Program
Grand Award
Clemson University
American Survivor
Award of Excellence
Middle Tennessee State University
MTSU senior’s cross-country flight of a lifetime retraces pioneer’s path
Middle Tennessee State University
MTSU in China
Special Merit
Furman University
Furman University news site
Special Event
Grand Award
Winthrop University
MSNBC’s First in the South Democratic Presidential Candidates Forum, Nov. 6, 2015
Award of Excellence
University of Louisville
Grawemeyer Awards Honor Muhammad Ali
Special Merit
University of Miami
’Cane Talks
Branding/Identity Program or Campaign
Grand Award
Mississippi State University
MSU Branding/Identity Program: “We Ring True”
Award of Excellence
University of Georgia
Spotlight on the Arts festival
Elon University
Elon University Graphic Identity Program
Special Merit
Saint Mary's School
“Our legacy. Her future.” Saint Mary's Annual Fund Direct Mail Campaign
Broward College
American Dream Scholarship Fundraising Campaign Branding Package
Crisis/Issues Management Plan
Grand Award
Virginia Commonwealth University
Diversity and Inclusion at VCU
Award of Excellence
Western Carolina University
Western Carolina University Chancellor’s Health Updates
Special Merit
Murray State University
“Sole” Mates: Preserving a campus tradition
Overall Annual Fund Program
Grand Award
James Madison University
Best Overall Annual Giving Program – JMU’s Office of Annual Giving
Award of Excellence
Davidson College
Davidson College Annual Fund: The Fund for Davidson
Subunit Campaign
Grand Award
Virginia Tech
Save Our Towns
Award of Excellence
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Successfully executing a decentralized 24-hour giving campaign
University of Arkansas
This Is Your Classroom Study Abroad Campaign, University of Arkansas Honors College
Special Merit
University of Memphis
University of Memphis Alumni Association Re-Branding Campaign
Feature Writing
Grand Award
Campbell University
In the Field | Campbell Magazine
Award of Excellence
The College of William & Mary
“The Significant Digits of Walter Hickey”
Wingate University
Going Moneyball with Enrollment
Special Merit
Georgia State University
The Detail Cover story from winter 2015 issue of the Georgia State University Magazine
Berry College
“Down on the farm” “Berry” magazine feature story written by Rick Woodall
James Madison University
“Neighbors in Need,” written by Jim Heffernan and edited by Jan Gillis; from the Fall 2015 issue of Madison magazine
Publications Writing
Grand Award
University of Central Florida
Pegasus Summer 2016
Award of Excellence
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University 2016 Endowment Brochure Entry prepared by Sarah Wolf
University of Central Florida
Pegasus, Spring 2016
Special Merit
Stetson University
I Dare Viewbook
Campbell University
Campbell Magazine | Spring 2016
Speech Writing
Grand Award
North Carolina State University
NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson's Speech at the 2015 Evening of Stars Gala
Award of Excellence
University of Central Florida
Pulse Vigil: Love conquers hate at UCF
Special Merit
William Peace University
Presidential Installation Speech written for the Alumni Board President
Writing for Fundraising
Grand Award
William Peace University
Thanksgiving Blessings from Peace’s First Family to Yours Award:
Award of Excellence
Virginia Commonwealth University
Presidential Renewal Appeal
University of South Carolina
Affinity mailings
Special Merit
University of Virginia
Be Inspired: UVA Report on Philanthropy & Endowments 2015-2016
Writing for the Media
Grand Award
University of South Carolina
Civil War Cannons
Award of Excellence
University of Louisville
National treasure found: Early version of 'Happy Birthday' song discovered at UofL
Florida State University
Cell Phone Notifications May Be Driving You To Distraction
Special Merit
Florida State University
FSU researcher finds clues to early civilization in southeastern U.S.
Vanderbilt University
Leaping Electric Eels Multimedia News Release
Writing for the Web
Grand Award
Florida International University
"Journey to the top of the world", FIU Magazine, Spring 2016, Volume 34
Award of Excellence
East Carolina University
East Carolina University 2016 EC Scholars Web Package
North Carolina State University
NC State Alumni Association: Today in NC State History
Special Merit
Emory University
"A magic key to math"
North Carolina State University
"Home Brew"
Recruitment Publication
Grand Award
Florida Southern College
Florida Southern Viewbook
Northern Kentucky University
Your Time To Shine: NKU Admissions publications series
Award of Excellence
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
UNCG viewbook
University of Central Florida
We Are UCF / University of Central Florida Viewbook for Undergraduate Admissions 2016-17
Emory University
Goizueta Business School viewbook series
Special Merit
University of South Carolina
2016 Freshman Prospectus
Meredith College
Let’s Talk About Strong. Meredith College Viewbook
North Carolina State University
More Than Meets the Eye (Direct Mail - Membership)
Transylvania University
Transylvania University Admissions Marketing Overhaul
Fundraising Publication
Grand Award
Florida State University
Raise the Torch: The Campaign for Florida State Spring 2016 Update
Award of Excellence
University of South Alabama
Upward & Onward Campaign Brochure
Vanderbilt University
2016 Vanderbilt University Endowment Brochure Entry
Special Merit
George Mason University
Faster Farther: The Campaign for George Mason University main case statement.
University of Virginia
Envision, UVA’s major donor newsletter, Fall 2015 and Spring 2016, print and digital
Annual Fund Publication
Grand Award
University of South Florida
“Breathing new life into the annual White Coat Campaign." By blending creative messaging with a personalized cross-media strategy, the USF Morsani College of Medicine nearly doubled funds raised in its white coat campaign in two years to $107,096.
Award of Excellence
Saint Mary's School
“Our legacy. Her future.” Saint Mary’s Annual Fund appeal brochure #5 (Kendall Hamilton, class of 2015)
University of South Carolina
Y’ALL first-time ever thank you card
Special Merit
Nova Southeastern University
NSU Graduate Alumni Appeal
Virginia Commonwealth University
Through These Doors Kickoff Appeal
Magazine I
Grand Award
University of Richmond
University of Richmond Magazine
Award of Excellence
The University of Alabama
College of Community Health Sciences - The University of Alabama On Rounds Winter 2016: The Core Values of CCHS and the People Who Exemplify Them
Emory University
Rollins magazine (Spring 2016 and Fall 2016)
Special Merit
Gardner-Webb University
Gardner-Webb The Magazine 2016
Randolph College
Randolph College Magazine: A Year of Celebration
University of Kentucky
Kentucky Engineering Journal
Magazine II
Grand Award
Elon University
The Magazine of Elon
Award of Excellence
Campbell University
Campbell Magazine
Winthrop University
Winthrop Magazine: Fall 2015
Special Merit
Wake Forest University
Wake Forest Magazine
Duke University
DukeMed Alumni News magazine
The College of William & Mary
The William & Mary Alumni Magazine
Magazine III
Grand Award
University of Central Florida
Pegasus Magazine
Award of Excellence
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Tech Research Horizons Magazine
University of Alabama at Birmingham
UAB Magazine
Special Merit
University of South Carolina
Carolinian magazine
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech Magazine
Clemson University
Clemson World magazine
Tabloid
Award of Excellence
University of South Carolina
USC Times
Special Merit
Auburn University
Because This is Auburn Campaign Quarterly
Magazine/Tabloid Improvement I
Grand Award
Transylvania University
Third & Broadway: The Magazine of Transylvania University
Award of Excellence
University of Tennessee System Office
VOLVet Vision Magazine Award:
Emory University
Emory Public Health magazine redesign
Special Merit
William Peace University
The Bulletin of William Peace University (Summer 2016)
Magazine/Tabloid Improvement II
Grand Award
Emory University
REVEAL: the magazine of the Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library
Award of Excellence
Augusta University
A., Augusta University’s Alumni Magazine
Special Merit
Northern Kentucky University
NKU Magazine
Elon University
Elon University Cultural Events Magazine
Magazine/Tabloid Improvement III
Special Merit
University of Virginia
Virginia Magazine, The Magazine of The University of Virginia
University of Alabama at Birmingham
The Campaign for UAB Newsletter
Low-Budget Publication
Grand Award
Nova Southeastern University
NSU Realizing Potential Fast Facts Card
Award of Excellence
Elon University
A Banner Day for Elon Mailer
Florida Southern College
Mocazine
Special Merit
Campbell University
Campbell Magazine | Presidential Installation Edition
University of Virginia
UVA Parents Fund 2015-16 Annual Report
Duke University
Preparing Future Nurse Leaders - brochure
Green or Sustainable Publication
Grand Award
Stetson University
VISUAL Tabloid
Annual Report
Grand Award
Virginia Commonwealth University
2014-15 VCU University Annual Report print and website
Award of Excellence
University of Tennessee
The Power of Generosity
University of Virginia
Be Inspired: UVA Report on Philanthropy & Endowments 2015-2016
Special Merit
Auburn University
Auburn University Foundation 2015 Annual Report
Georgia Institute of Technology
2014-2015 School of Civil and Environmental Engineering Annual Report
University of Central Florida
UCF Foundation Annual Report – Advancing UCF Through Philanthropy – I Am a Philanthropist
Single-Page Publication or Flier
Grand Award
Clemson University
U-NITES! Handbills 2015-2016
Award of Excellence
University of Tennessee
Join the Journey
Jacksonville State University
Self-Guided Tour Brochure
Special Merit
North Carolina State University
More Than Meets the Eye (Direct Mail - Membership)
Multipage Publication or Folder
Grand Award
Emory University
Still Raising Hell: The Art, Activism, and Archives of Camille Billops and James V. Hatch
Award of Excellence
North Carolina State University
Guidance Counselor Mailing
Vanderbilt University
2016 Vanderbilt University Endowment Brochure Entry
Special Merit
Auburn University
Auburn University Foundation 2015 Annual Report
Middle Tennessee State University
Scholarship Guide
University of South Carolina
Companion Booklets: 2016 Breakthrough Awards and 2016 Teaching Excellence Awards
Periodical
Grand Award
University of Central Florida
Pegasus, Summer 2016
Award of Excellence
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Tech Research Horizons Magazine
Emory University
Emory Magazine
Special Merit
Campbell University
Campbell Magazine | Spring 2016
University of Miami
access: Reflections on Discovery and Growth at the University of Miami Libraries
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: Spring 2016 issue
Cover
Grand Award
Duke University
Birdman -- cover of School of Medicine alumni magazine, Duke University School of Medicine
Award of Excellence
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Carolina Arts & Sciences magazine
Special Merit
The University of North Carolina General Alumni Association
2016 March/April Cover paws4people
Book
Grand Award
Western Kentucky University
2015 WKU Viewbook
Award of Excellence
Middle Tennessee State University
Take a Closer Look
University of Memphis
MEMPHIS - Soul of a City
Special Merit
University of South Carolina
A Spirit of Place: Buildings and Gardens of the University of South Carolina Columbia Campus 1801-2016
Middle Tennessee State University
Science Building Donors Book
Graphic Design: Poster
Grand Award
Meredith College
High School Poster Series – Meredith College
Award of Excellence
Radford University
Scholar-Citizen Initiative Posters
University of Kentucky
PI Campaign Poster
Special Merit
Middle Tennessee State University
Freedom Sings Poster
Middle Tennessee State University
MT Engage, MTSU’s Quality Enhancement Plan
Graphic Design: Editorial Design
Grand Award
University of Central Florida Entry Title: Mastering the Rebound
Award of Excellence
Campbell University
Campbell Magazine | Spring 2016
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Tech Research Horizons Issue 2 2016
Special Merit
East Carolina University|
East Carolina University Foundations Annual Report 2014-2015
University of Virginia
Be Inspired: UVA Report on Philanthropy & Endowments 2015-16
The College of William & Mary
Books & Beyond Feature Article
Graphic Design: Specialty Piece
Grand Award
Tallahassee Community College
Zentangle Eagle
Award of Excellence
Campbell UniversitySubcategory: Graphic DesignEntry Title: Invitation and overall package Campbell University's Installation of J. Bradley Creed
University of North Carolina School of the Arts
2016-2017 Performance Calendar
Special Merit
North Carolina State University|
Interdisciplinary Studies Flexible Collateral System
Furman University
Furman University Admissions Postcards
The College of William & Mary
Campaign Launch VIP Book
Graphic Design: Illustration – Cover
Grand Award
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: "So long, Harrelson"
Award of Excellence
The College of William & Mary
W&M Alumni Magazine Summer Cover
Special Merit
Duke University
Always Be Choosing
Graphic Design: Illustration - Interior Spread
Grand Award
Duke University
Always choosing, always churning
Award of Excellence
The University of North Carolina General Alumni Association
The Whole World 'Round
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: Talley gatefold
Special Merit
Georgia State University
The Big Deal Spread illustration from the winter 2015 issue of the Georgia State University Magazine.
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: Vomit machine
Photography – Individual
Grand Award
The University of North Carolina General Alumni Association
Photo - The Grace of Preservation John Dee Holeman portrait
Award of Excellence
Western Kentucky University
WKU Sunset
University of Georgia
Franklin West Incubator
Special Merit
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: Seen on Campus, Summer 2016 issue
Santa Fe College
Photography – National Watermelon Day
University of Georgia
Spring Undergraduate Commencement Celebration
Photography – Series
Grand Award
Campbell University
In the Field A day in the life of a third-year med student
Award of Excellence
North Carolina State University
NC State alumni magazine: "Ursula, NC State's Queen of the Drag Strip"
University of Louisville
College of Arts & Sciences Fine Arts Department finds new home for MFA program
Special Merit
James Madison University
JMU Honors Seminar in Dominican Republic Photo Essay
College of Charleston
World Class by Mike Ledford – College of Charleston Magazine
Georgia Highlands College
Share Your Story - diversity project
Unpublished Works
Grand Award
Middle Tennessee State University
Take A Closer Look – Walker Library
Award of Excellence
Clemson University
SA Intramural Development Video – October BOT Award:
Electronic and Digital Media: Total Website Design and Organization
Grand Award
Bellarmine University
Bellarmine University Website
Award of Excellence
Shaw University
Shaw University website
Auburn University
Auburn University website
Special Merit
Stetson University
Stetson University
Electronic and Digital Media: Mobile Application - Utility/Service
Grand Award
William Peace University
William Peace University Mobile Application Nomination
Special Merit
Clemson University
Clemson Echo Alumni Mobile App
Electronic and Digital Media: Social Media Strategy and Execution
Grand Award
Middle Tennessee State University
Digital Advertising Focus on Social and Measurable Results
Award of Excellence
Coastal Carolina University
#CCU Keys to Success
University of West Georgia
Entry Title: #UWGrisingstar Social Media Campaign
Special Merit
Virginia Commonwealth University
“Fake Monday”
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Women in Science Wednesday Office of Research Communications, UNC, Chapel Hill
Campbell University
Campbell University | #CongratsDrCreed
Electronic and Digital Media: Magazine or Publication Rendering for Tablet or Mobile Technology
Grand Award
University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida Viewbook for Undergraduate Admissions iPad App
Award of Excellence
Middle Tennessee State University Entry Title: MTSU Digital Viewbook
Florida International University
FIU Magazine app -- Issue: "Fertile Ground" Winter 2015-2016, Volume 33 -Issue: "Rising Seas" Spring 2016, Volume 34
Special Merit
Campbell University
Campbell Magazine
Columbus State University
Columbus State: The Magazine of Columbus State University for Alumni & Friends
Middle Tennessee State University
Entry Title: MTSU College of Media and Entertainment Digital Magazine
Electronic and Digital Media: Recruitment Video
Grand Award
Georgia Institute of Technology
College of Engineering Lab Tour
Award of Excellence
The College of William & Mary
The William & Mary Difference
Middle Tennessee State University
MTSU Campus Tour
Special Merit
Flagler College
360 Education Video
University of Arkansas
Mozambique: Making a Difference.
James Madison University
JMU Admissions Visitation Video
Electronic and Digital Media: Fundraising Video
Grand Award
Western Carolina University
Lead the Way Video
Award of Excellence
The College of William & Mary
One Tribe, One Day (Series)
University of Virginia
A Veteran Finds His Voice: Elliott D. Woods
Special Merit
Elon University
Elon Day Experts
Marist School
This is My Marist
Western Carolina University
The Need for a New Science Building at Western Carolina University
Electronic and Digital Media: Marketing/Branding Video
Grand Award
The College of William & Mary
For the Bold: The Campaign for William & Mary
Award of Excellence
Furman University
Furman Moments
Special Merit
James Madison University
Find Your Home
Augusta University
Augusta University Brand Launch Video
Electronic and Digital Media: Recruitment Website or Microsite
Grand Award
Davidson College
Ask a Wildcat
Auburn University
Tiger Giving Day
Award of Excellence
Emory University
James T. Laney School of Graduate Studies Website
Santa Fe College
Recruitment Microsite – Discover SF
Meredith College
Academic Website Redevelopment
East Carolina University
East Carolina University Division of Health Sciences Microsite
University of Louisville
Defend the Liberal Arts: A Fundraising Microsite of UofL's College of Arts & Sciences
Emory University
Seed the Future Website Award: Award of Excellence Subcategory: Electronic & Digital Media
Special Merit
Hillsborough Community College
New website for the Hillsborough Community College Foundation
University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Giving Website
University of Virginia
GivingToHoosDay Fundraising Website
Electronic and Digital Media: Alumni Website or Microsite
Grand Award
Emory University
Emory Alumni Association Website
Special Merit
University of South Carolina
Celebrate the Past. Embrace the New. NEWstalgia
University of Louisville
Defend the Liberal Arts: A College of Arts & Sciences Microsite
Electronic and Digital Media: Online Innovation/Experimentation
Grand Award
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech Emoji Keyboard, or Hokiemoji
Award of Excellence
Furman University
Origin Stories
University of Virginia
Category #63: Electronic & Digital Media Virginia Magazine Digital Exclusive articles: "You Deserve a Break Today" and "From Time to Time"
Special Merit
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
The Live Wire, from Jerusalem The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, University Communications
Santa Fe College
Social Media Campaign – Pokemon GO @ SF
Davidson College
Ask a Wildcat
Advertising: Total Advertising Campaign
Grand Award
Virginia Commonwealth University
VCU “Make it real” campaign 4.0 (Make_______real.), 2015-16
Award of Excellence
Troy University
Troy University Military and Family Scholarship
University of Memphis
We Play For Memphis - University of Memphis 2015-16 Men's Basketball Campaign
Special Merit
North Carolina State University
The Connect NC Bond Campaign
University of North Carolina School of the Arts
"University of North Carolina School of the Arts"
University of Kentucky
With Your Help series of philanthropy ads
Advertising: Individual Print Advertisement
Grand Award
Stetson University
Entry Title: I Dare at Stetson University
Seminole State College of Florida
GO Your Own Way- Entrepreneurship Ad
Award of Excellence
University of Central Florida
Benefits of Big
Meredith College
Brand Advertisement at Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Special Merit
University of Richmond
Washington Nationals yearbook advertisement
Middle Tennessee State University
MTSU Senior Day Digital Sign
School: East Carolina University
A Legacy of Leadership: Celebrating Four Decades – Ledonia Wright Cultural Center Open House
Auburn University
Tiger Giving Day Roadblock Ad – Auburn University
Advertising: Individual Radio Advertisement
Grand Award
Auburn University
Tiger Giving Day Radio Ad – Auburn University
Award of Excellence
Augusta University
Augusta University Radio
Santa Fe College
Pandora Radio Advertisement - Make The Number 1 College Your Number One Choice!
Special Merit
University of South Alabama
University of South Alabama ”Siri and Tim” Radio Spot
Advertising: Commercial or Public Service Announcement
Grand Award
Armstrong State University
Armstrong State University TV Commercial - Atlanta
Award of Excellence
Virginia Commonwealth University
Through These Doors
Florida Gulf Coast University
The FGCU Effect :30 TV spot: Florida Gulf Coast University’s brand commercial
Special Merit
Mississippi State University
Entry Title: Mississippi State “We Ring True”