Announcement of the 2023-24 Outstanding Graduate Awards
The 2023-24 Outstanding Graduate Awards have been unveiled, showcasing the exceptional talents of ten graduates from various programmes at the institution. The award-winning students have excelled both inside and outside of class, and their achievements are now available for public viewing.
This year's recipients come from diverse disciplines, including Graphic Design, Web Design, Illustration, Digital Media, Digital Photography, and Marketing Design. Among the winners are Samantha Nelson, the Graphic Design category winner, and Justin Moss, the Web Design category winner.
In the Digital Media category, Nicholas Fairman was recognised for his outstanding work, while Alexandra Adukeh, William Esque, and Maria Jose Nunez Bonequi triumphed in the Graphic Design category. Haley Stoufer and Douglas Gorham shared the Digital Photography category award, and Brandi Kambalov and Megan Lewis-Reed were the Illustration and Marketing Design category winners, respectively.
The selection process for the 2023-24 Outstanding Graduate Awards was particularly challenging due to the new post-pandemic era. Despite the difficulties, the recipients were chosen based on their excellent academic record and a strong graduating portfolio, as well as their overall participation in their classes and contributions to the institution community.
The award aims to identify talents that will shine in the design world and to inspire graduates to excel in their careers and students to excel in their classes. Each recipient receives a physical award and an academic recognition, which can help them in their future career.
The public is encouraged to congratulate the winners on their achievements. For more detailed information about the award winners for specific programmes, it is recommended to check directly with the institutions or their official communications or graduation award announcements.
Jordon Schranz, Piper Nilsson, Andrew Shalat, Felicia Kieselhorst, Boris Margolin, Taz Tally, Kristen Becker, Mike Hamm, and Natalie La Scala were involved in the 2023 award process. The goal of the award is to inspire the next generation of designers and creatives to strive for excellence and to continue the institution's tradition of producing top-tier talent.
The graphic design category winner, Samantha Nelson, shows exceptional talent in her field, making significant strides that extend beyond her education and self-development. In the lifestyle section, the winning web design student, Justin Moss, has a graduating portfolio that promises to make waves in the general news realm of digital design.
