The Columbia Scholastic Press Association is pleased to announce the 2026 Gold Circle winners in the College and University category. This is the 43rd year of the program.
Gold Circle Awards are offered to recognize superior work by student journalists usually as individuals but sometimes as an entire staff working with either print or online media. The awards recognize individual achievement by students from any CSPA member in four major categories: News; Magazine; Digital Media; and Yearbook.
This year, these categories attracted 6,060 entrants. These entries come from publications produced by students at colleges, universities, and secondary schools throughout the United States and overseas who follow an American education plan.
In summary, judges cited a total of 1,071 winners, either as First, Second or Third Place, or for Certificates of Merit (Honorable Mention) in a category. Thank you to all who entered.
All entries were published during the 2024-2025 academic year.
Congratulations to all our winners!
COLLEGIATE
M01 Open (free) form poetry
1. Corcoran Austbarr, "Your Life is Not a Crime," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
2. Hanna Aggen, "The Art of Change," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
3. Christopher Zeeck, "Sentence Starters for Trauma," Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose,Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
CM. Malika Dosso, "The First Daughter's Lament," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
CM. Mole Hart, "Kitten Thumbs," Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
CM. Audrey Fatone, "My Friends Who Ride Bikes," Windhover, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
M02 Closed (traditional) form poetry
1. Alexander Polo, "With Prayer," Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
2. Peyton Schwab, "An Isle of Compassion," SKALD – Student Art & Literary Publication,Villa Maria College, Buffalo, New York
3. Caren Diaz, "Open Hands," Axis Creative Arts Magazine, Miami Dade College North Campus, Miami, Florida
CM. Sarah King, "The Last to Fly the Nest," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
CM. Emma Carter, "After Allen Ginsberg's "Howl." Windhover, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
M03 Experimental fiction
1. Carter Norfleet, "A Squirrel And A Guy Talk Via iPhone's Text Messaging Application," Windhover, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Sierra Sonberg, "The Mundane Life of Gertrude Humphrey," Grub Street Literary Magazine,Towson University, Towson, Maryland
M04 Traditional fiction
1. Audrey Russell, "Fish Tank," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
M05 Essays
1. Ruby Wool, "The Leadoff," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Elizabeth Stevens, "On Susan," Grub Street Literary Magazine, Towson University, Towson, Maryland
M06 Humor
1. Lizzie Kristal, "You Can't Lift With Us," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Megan Carrion, "The Stilts," Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
M07 Non-fiction article
1. Ruby Wool, "Trending on the Track," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Eli Thomas and Hannah Kalan, "Framing Northern Latitudes," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Mya Alderman, "Should Pretty Hurt," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
CM. Shahd Allahabi, "A Lucky Find," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
CM. Mara Phinney, "Where the Far East Meets," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
CM. James Lejeune and Noa Schwartz, "Standing Our Ground," Flux Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
M08 Non-fiction interview
1. Sophie Fowler, "Signs to the Summit," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Maya McLeroy, "Rules to Run By," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Daniel Albis, Lubianka Baltodano and Salma Gonzalez, "Featured Artist Stephanie Acosta,"Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
CM. Shahd Allahabi, "A Lucky Find," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville,
CM. Mara Phinney, "Where the Far East Meets," Countenance, East Carolina University,
CM. Alfonso Julián Camacho, "Dreaming of an Orange Christmas," El Sol Magazine, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
M09 Non-fiction column
1. Zeke Watson, "I Stand to Honor My Military Family," El Sol Magazine, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
M10 Alternative Story Form
1. Holden Ames, Camila A. Gonzalez and Jose Guzman, "Education Liberates Prison Inmates,"El Sol Magazine, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Lizzie Kristal and Sal Puma, "Market Picks," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Ethan Dosa, Marita Gavioti and Caleigh Russo, "Coffee Crawl," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
M11 Cover Design for Literary or Literary Art Magazine
1. Kiden Smith, "Analog,"SCAN Magazine, Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
2. Sarah King, Emma Leese and Ford Rubel, "Contemplation," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
3. Sarah Burrier and Noah Hopkins, "Volume 76," Grub Street Literary Magazine,Towson University, Towson, Maryland
CM. Cam Quelquejeu, "Cafe Cultura Cover," Cafe Cultura, Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus, Hialeah, Florida
CM. Cora Jones, Daniel Knorr and Katharine Spanberg, "Windhover," Windhover,North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
CM. Grant Hall, "The Bridge V22," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
M12 Cover Design for General or Feature Magazine
1. Valentina Gomez and Lizzie Kristal, "Contact," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Staff, "Flux Magazine Spring 2025 Issue," Flux Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Staff, "Under The Scope," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
CM. Sofia Lentz, "Ascend,"Ascend,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Alfonso Julián Camacho, Ivan Medida and Yanelli Zavina Robles, "El Sol Magazine VX," El Sol Magazine, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
CM. Julia Campbell, "LGBTQ+MIA,"Distraction,University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
M13 Table of Contents page
1. Lizzie Kristal, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Flux Design Staff, Flux Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Sofia Lentz, Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Alita Swanson, SCAN Magazine, Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
CM. Valeria Barbaglio and Lizzie Kristal, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Cora Jones and Katharine Spanberg, Windhover, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
M14 Use of typography on one page or spread
1. Staff, "Research," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
2. Alfonso Julián Camacho, Luz Maria Clayton and Roberto D. Quirarte, "Education Liberates," El Sol Magazine, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
3. Salma Gonzalez, "Pointe of Pain & Ribs," Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
CM. Vanessa Greaves, "Fragmented Self," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
CM. Vanessa Greaves, "June, In OCD Recovery," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
CM. Grant Hall, "Replaced But Not Broken," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
M15 Use of a Designed or art headline
1. Andrea Aladin, Luz Maria Clayton and Ivan Medida, "National City's Immortal Angel Baby,"El Sol Magazine, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Sofie Purohit, "Mosquitos,"Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
3. Valentina Gomez and Joel Wainberg, "Contact," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Lizzie Kristal, "Vitamin ABC's," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Lizzie Kristal, "Welcome to the Jungle," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Joel Wainberg, "Best Heroes," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
M16 Single illustration: hand-drawn
1. Emily Gonzalez, "Reflection,"Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
M17 Single illustration: computer generated
1. Cam Quelquejeu, "Icarus,"Cafe Cultura, Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus, Hialeah, Florida
2. Lizzie Kristal, "Hands On," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Stepheny Vriesema, "Hotel Cupido Lobby," SKALD – Student Art & Literary Publication,Villa Maria College, Buffalo, New York
CM. Maria Belen Silva Baquedano, "Quiet Contemplation," Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
CM. Kareem Donmore, "Character Project Exploration," SKALD – Student Art & Literary Publication,Villa Maria College, Buffalo, New York
CM. Jack DeKoker, "Caught in the Net," Flux Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
M18 Portfolio Illustration
1. Ivy Choe, Grub Street Literary Magazine, Towson University, Towson, Maryland
2. Madison Lane, Grub Street Literary Magazine,Towson University, Towson, Maryland
3. Vanya Vitous, SKALD – Student Art & Literary Publication, Villa Maria College, Buffalo, New York
CM. Madeleine Wagshul, Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
CM. Abigail Britton, SKALD – Student Art & Literary Publication, Villa Maria College, Buffalo, New York
CM. Sarah Salisbury, SKALD – Student Art & Literary Publication, Villa Maria College, Buffalo, New York
M19 Photography - Single Artistic photograph
1. Jack Hatfield, "White Mountain Mushrooms," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
2. Leo Harris, "Research," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
3. Audrey Russell, "Our Father," Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
CM. Emily Casillas, "Maloof House," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Mingduo Liu, "He Never Told His Story," Windhover, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
CM. Spencer Anderson, "Features," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
M20 Photography - Single News feature photograph
1. Chris Rogers, "Drag Racer Ida Zetterstrom," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
2. Chris Rogers, "Bridge Fire Water Drop," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
3. Christen Ziska, "Firefighter Robert Moran," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Mara Phinney, "Where the Far East Meets," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
CM. Emily Casillas, "Taylor Fukunaga Portrait," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Christen Ziska, "Firefighter Anthony Rovida," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
M21 Photography: Portfolio of work
1. Thomas Morcillo, Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
2. Lucas Carroll, Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Valentina Gomez, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Eva Parker, Polished Magazine, Lasell University, Newton, Massachusetts
CM. Dylan Runion, Lighted Corners, Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland
CM. Chris Rogers, La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
M22 Photo illustration
1. Jazmin Mascaro, "Emotional Baggage," Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
2. Valentina Gomez and Joel Wainberg, "Contact," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Charlotte DeAngelis and Lizzie Kristal, "Junk Journaling," Distraction,University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Olivia Russo, "Miller Hall Time Lapse," La Verne Magazine, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Julia Sequeira, "To Swipe or Not to Swipe," Scribe, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
M23 Photo Illustration: Portfolio of work
1. Lizzie Kristal, Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
M24 Informational graphics
1. Lizzie Kristal, "Eating for the Seasons," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Darian Hale, "Where the Far East Meets," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
3. Staff, "Untangling Bioelectrical Signaling," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
CM. Darrius Wood, "A Lucky Find," Countenance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
CM. Staff, "Biofilm," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
CM. Staff, "CRISPR," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
M25 Design of a single spread
1. Michelle Green, "Bee Heard," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
2. Vanessa Greaves, "A Man Like Me," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
3. Erin Tilley, "Calendar,"Polished Magazine, Lasell University, Newton, Massachusetts
CM. Erin Tilley, "Better in Bulk," Polished Magazine, Lasell University, Newton, Massachusetts
CM. Valeria Barbaglio, "Decked Out," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Vanessa Greaves, "Fragmented Self," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
M26 Design Multi-page presentation
1. Flux Design Staff, "Reborn Through Motherhood," Flux Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Flux Design Staff, "Caught in the Net," Flux Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Vanessa Greaves, "A Man Like Me," The Bridge, Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, Massachusetts
CM. Salma Gonzalez, "American Void," Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
CM. Valentina Gomez and Joel Wainberg, "Contact," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Staff, "ASD," Saltman Quarterly, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California
M27 Design portfolio
1. Salma Gonzalez, Miambiance Volume 35, Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, Miami, Florida
2. Cam Quelquejeu, Cafe Cultura, Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus, Hialeah, Florida
3. Sofia Lentz, Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. M. McFetridge, Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
M28 Single Subject Feature Package, Single Page Design
1. Wes Lucas and Sal Puma, "Where to Crack a Cold One," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Charlotte DeAngelis and Lizzie Kristal, "Junk Journaling," Distraction,University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Lizzie Kristal and Sal Puma, "Market Picks," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Lizzie Kristal, "Get It While It's Hot," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Valeria Barbaglio and Sal Puma, "Funky Belts," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
M29 Single Subject Feature Package, Double-truck (two-facing pages)
1. Gabriela Martinez Contreras, "Framing Northern Latitudes," Ascend,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Sofia Lentz, "Behind the Arc," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. M. McFetridge, "Koshien,"Ascend,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Valeria Barbaglio, "Decked Out," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Noah Hopkins, Charlotte "Daisy" Knauth and Corey Onerheim, "There May Be Blood In Your Daiquiri," Grub Street Literary Magazine, Towson University, Towson, Marylan
N01 News writing
1. Jordan Alcasas and Olivia Russo, "Policy Raises Free Speech Concerns,"Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
2. Olivia Russo, "Adjuncts Frustrated by Time Cards, May Unionize," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
3. Jordan Alcasas and Olivia Russo, "Interterm Switch Brings Uncertainty,"Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Olivia Russo, "Canceled Classes Create Confusion," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Alexa Lima, "Enrollment Management Meltdown," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
CM. Harnoor Kaur, "A Counsellor for 10,672 Students," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N02 In-depth news/feature story
1. Mia Hilkowitz, "Morty was the First of 68 Dogs Rescued from a Seizure in 2023. Now, He’s the Last One Waiting for Adoption," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Dira Marie Wong, "Students, Librarians Speak Out About Rats," The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
3. April Cambero, "Gen Z Ghosts In-person Connections," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
N03 Editorial writing
1. Staff, "Teachers, Staff Also Need Mental Health Training," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
2. Alexa Lima, "Gun Violence Steals Young Americans Hopes and Dreams," The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
3. Staff, "Climate Crisis Demands Political Action Now," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
CM. Staff, "No Half Measures, Progress Kills Fascism,"Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
CM. Staff, "Donald Trump’s Tariffs won’t Benefit Anyone," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N04 Personal opinion: On-campus issues
1. Marissa Meador and Jacob Spudich, "The IDS has No Confidence in the Media School’s Plan for Student Media," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
N05 Personal opinion: Off-campus issues
1. Zeke Watson, "I Stand To Honor My Military Family," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Asher Klaver, "You Probably Would Have Hated Martin Luther King Jr., Too," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N06 General or humor Commentary
1. Alfonso Julián Camacho, "Many Are Surprised By America's Disabled," The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N07 Sports Commentary
1. Valeryah Lara-Urrea, "Cheerleaders A Welcome Sight," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N08 First person experience
1. Zeke Watson, "I Stand to Honor My Military Family," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Lizzie Kristal, "Calories vs. Clubbing," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Jemeryas Jordan, "Battleground Diaries North Carolina," Collegian,Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
N09 Sports News (Includes season summaries and game stories)
No awards given in this category.
N10 Sports Features (Includes profiles or season previews)
1. Julio Rodriguez, "From Bowler to Bowl Games," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Morgan Feller, "Lead Off," Curb Magazine, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
N11 News feature
1. Staff, "Red, Blue and 'I don't care'," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Alfonso Julián Camacho and Dira Wong, "Despair Envelops Tijuana Refugees," The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
3. Molly Gregory, "What's at Stake Amid Indiana Volunteer Firefighter Shortage," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
N12 Personality profile
1. Alexa Lima, "National City's Immortal Angel Baby," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N13 General feature
1. Alfonso Julián Camacho, "Dreaming of an Orange Christmas," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Ethan Anderson, "Bookstore has Altruistic Mission," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
3. Jack Forrest, "Life saver' A Night at Bloomington's Winter Emergency Shelter," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
CM. Carla Williams, "Politically Divided Family Can Still Agree," Collegian, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
CM. Julia-Marie Ilano, "Humber's Culinary, Baking Students Cook at National Home Show,"Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N14 Cultural feature
No awards given in this category.
N15 Entertainment reviews
1. Toni Gibson, "Glorious Gloria," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
2. Ainsley Foster, "The Story of ‘Wicked’ has Always Been Political," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
N16 Headline writing
No awards given in this category.
N17 Caption writing
No awards given in this category.
N18 Briefs writing
No awards given in this category.
N19 Sidebar writing
No awards given in this category.
N20 Alternative Story Form
1. Holden Ames, Camila A. Gonzalez and Jose Guzman, "Education Liberates," The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N21 Art/illustration: Hand-drawn
No awards given in this category.
N22 Computer generated art/illustration
No awards given in this category.
N23 Art/illustration: Portfolio of work
1. Carla Labto, The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N24 Cartoons
No awards given in this category.
N25 Cartoon Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N26 Photo story
1. Cristian Piñeda, Yanelli Zavina Robles and Dira Marie Wong, "Las Chicanas of Chicano Park," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N27 Single spot News photograph
1. Chris Rogers, "Bridge Fire Water Drop," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
N28 Single feature photograph
1. Liberty Belle Garcia, "Wrestling Kick to the Face," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
2. Liberty Belle Garcia, "Mexican Flag in Downtown Los Angeles," Campus Times,University of La Verne, La Verne, California
3. Mijail Jones, "Otherworldly Dance," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
CM. Mia Byington, "Heavy Hitter Concert," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Vicente Rodriguez, "African Rhythms Concert," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
N29 Single sports photograph
1. Emily Casillas, "Kaitlyn Patterson Volleyball Celebration," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
2. Ava Stroshane, "Bet On It," Distraction, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Emily Casillas, "Women's Soccer Collision," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Chris Rogers, "Ontario Reign Hockey," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Emily Casillas, "Softball vs. Chapman," Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
CM. Luis Miguel DeCastro, "New Spin on Data," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N30 Photo illustration
1. Alayna Wilkening, "His Former Allies Say He's Unfit for Office. He Still Won."Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
N31 Photography Portfolio of work
1. Emily Casillas, Campus Times, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
N32 Photo illustration: Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N33 Informational graphics
1. Alayna Wilkening, "2024 Voter Guide," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Andrea Aladin, Luz Maria Clayton and Roberto D. Quirarte, "Education Liberates," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N34 Newsmagazine Cover
1. Alayna Wilkening, "Homecoming Guide 2024," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
N35 Page One Design
1. Alyana Wilkening, "No Confidence," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Alexa Lima, Yanelli Zavina Robles and Dira Marie Wong, "April 18, 2025," The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
3. Beatrice Alcala, "June 4, 2025," Collegian Times, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
CM. Beatrice Alcala, "Fall 2024 Issue3F," Collegian, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
CM. Liam Oliver Neilson, "New Spin on Data," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
CM. Reet Arora, "They're Back," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N36 News Page Design
No awards given in this category.
N37 Editorial Page Design
1. Anahy J. Gutierrez, Alexa Lima and Natalia Plaza, "Clawing Back Hard Earned Speech Rights," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N38 Op-Ed or News Analysis Page Design
No awards given in this category.
N39 Feature Page Design
1. Mijail Jones, "Otherworldly Dance," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N40 Sports Page Design
1. Julio Rodriguez, "From Bowler to Bowl Games," The Sun, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N41 Cultural Feature
1. Aislinn Millette, "Toronto Designer Ttransforms Personal Trauma into Powerful Art at Fashion Week," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
2. Julia Sequeira, "Dive into the Rhythm of the 9th Annual Kensington Market Jazz Festival,"Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
N42 Alternative Story Presentation
1. Holden Ames, Camila A. Gonzalez and Jose Guzman, "Education Liberates Prison Inmates,"The Sun,Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California
N43 Design Portfolio of work
1. Alayna Wilkening, Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
N44 Photo layout: Full Page
No awards given in this category.
N45 Photo layout: Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
N46 Single Subject News or Feature package, Single-Page Design
1. Liberty Belle Garcia and Emma Gonzalez, "Luchadores descend on La Verne," Campus Times,University of La Verne, La Verne, California
N47 Single Subject Feature Package, Double-truck (two-facing pages)
1. Beatrice Alcala, "Cold War Picnic Brings Full House," Collegian, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
2. Zainab Raza, "Toronto Designer Transforms Personal Trauma into Powerful Art at Fashion Week,"Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
3. Beatrice Alcala, "Coachella 2025," Collegian Times, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
CM. Liam Oliver Neilson and Zainab Raza, "Behind the Scenes of Pro Wrestling,"Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
CM. Rory Rory Arthur and Luca Tersigni, "Hawks Volleyball Teams Dominate OCAA with Matching 10-0 Starts," Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
CM. Liam Oliver Neilson and Zainab Raza, "Slam Poetry Scene Boosts Black Voices,"Humber Et Cetera, Humber College, Toronto, Ontario
Y01 Feature writing: Student Life
1. Staff, "Red, Blue and 'I Don't Care'" Arbutus, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Pilar Parker, "Howlback,"Agromeck,North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
3. Erin Key, "Life in Our Colors," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Y02 Sports reporting
1. Jesús Lara and Duane Loynes Jr., "Set for Success," The Tower,Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
2. Dylan Ribott, "Defying Gravity," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y03 Sports feature writing
1. Dylan Ribott, "Growing Game, Growing Voices," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Ellie Bennett, "Life in First Place," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Y04 Academic writing
1. Chloe Oden, "Where Does IU Fall?" Arbutus, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Lilly Moseley, "Science Meets Service," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Y05 Organization/Greek writing
1. Radhika Patel, "Finding Family," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y06 Personality Profile
1. Layten Goudy, "Stacey Freeman," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
2. Caroline Hammett, "Man's Best Friend," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
3. Lacey Seem, "Samples, Science & Success," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y07 Sidebar Writing
No awards given in this category.
Y08 Headline writing
No awards given in this category.
Y09 Caption/Cutline writing
No awards given in this category.
Y10 Alternative Story Form
1. Blake Hollingsworth and Allison Schnelle, "Football Highlights," Roundup,Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Y11 Theme and Concept
1. Erin Key, "Life in Color," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Y12 Cover Design
1. Jake Sperling and Ava Stroshane, Ibis,University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Violet Beesley, Jermaine Hudson and Emma Scott, Agromeck,North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y13 End sheets
1. Jake Sperling, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Y14 Title page
1. Jake Sperling, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Emma Scott, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
3. Mary-Ellen Abshire, Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Y15 Table of Contents
1. Jake Sperling, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Emma Scott, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y16 Sports action photo
1. Ava Stroshane, "Making the Impossible Possible," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Ava Stroshane, "Hold 'Em Off," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Jake Sperling, "Towards the Endzone," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Alyssa Meyers, "Double Down," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
CM. Tierney Dennison, "Reach for It," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Y17 Sports feature photo
1. Dylan Ribott, "Thrilled Gymnast," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Jake Sperling, "A Devastating Loss," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Ava Stroshane, "Through the Smoke," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Briana Pace, "Raise the Roof," Arbutus, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
Y18 Academic photo
1. Jermaine Hudson, "Kappas Show Out," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y19 Feature photo
1. Jeremy Byrne, "Southern Snowboarding," Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Joey Ellingson, "Live In Color," The Tower, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
3. Jake Sperling, "That 'Canes Feeling," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
CM. Abby John, "Flying High," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
CM. Lauren McKinney, "Graduation," Arbutus, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
Y20 Photo illustration: single image
No awards given in this category.
Y21 Photo portfolio
1. Violet Beesley, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Alyssa Meyers, Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Y22 Index
1. Jake Sperling, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Emma Scott, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y23 Informational graphics: single
1. Jermaine Hudson, "Student Stats,' Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Jake Sperling, "The Making of an Icon," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Y24 Informational graphics: Portfolio
No awards given in this category.
Y25 Opening and closing spread design
1. Emma Scott, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
2. Jake Sperling, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Y26 Division page design
1. Jake Sperling, Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Emma Scott, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Y27 Feature presentation
1. Jake Sperling, "The Uphabet," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Erin Key, "Sisters for a Century," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
3. Staff, "Elections 2024," Arbutus, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
CM. Violet Beesley, Jermaine Hudson and Myles Jackson, "Too Haute to Handle," Agromeck,North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
CM. Natania Ishananto and Julia Jaffe, "Which Pop Culture Moment Are You?" The Tower,Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
Y28 Student Life spread: one spread
1. Ariella Green and Jake Sperling, "This is Miami," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Reese Putnam and Jake Sperling, "The Face Behind the Beak," Ibis,University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
3. Raoul-Mihai Simu, "LA Smoke Ash and Recovery," The Tower, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
CM. Jake Sperling, "Dare to Dream Homecoming," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Y29 Sports spread: one spread
1. Grace Paliseno, Lois Park and Jake Sperling, "What Does Your # Mean to You," Ibis,University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Allison Schnelle, "Baylor Football Highlights," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
3. Allison Schnelle, "Back in the Game," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
CM. Jake Sperling, "A Generational Talent," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Y30 Academic spread: one spread
1. Jake Sperling, "Ask Chat," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Caroline Hammett, "Our Hidden Havens," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Y31 People spread with mug photos
1. Erin Key, "Georgia Wilder," Ouachitonian, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
Y32 People spreads without mug photos: one spread
1. Jake Sperling, "Widespread Influence," Ibis, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
2. Abbey Carte, "Beyond the Bid," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Y33 Organization or Greeks spread: one spread
1. Abbey Carte, "Chi Omega," Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
Y34 Design portfolio
1. Allison Schnelle, Roundup, Baylor University, Waco, Texas
2. Therese Purugganan, Agromeck, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
DM01 Breaking news
1. Mia Hilkowitz, "Future Lt. Gov. Beckwith Threatens IDS Over Front Page: ‘We will Be Happy to Stop It for Them’," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Emma Denes, "From Marist College to Marist University," Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
DM02. Secondary Coverage
No awards given in this category.
DM03 News writing (planned news)
1. Elizabeth Fazio, "Superfine Style: The Met Gala’s Celebration of Black Fashion and Influence," Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
2. Isabella Vogt, "The Internet’s Baby Animal Boom," Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
3. Zak McHale, "Kappa Alpha Theta Philanthropy Faces Roadblocks After Federal Grant Award Termination," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM04 News feature
1. Mackenzie Lionberger, "Standing for Peace," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Ava Zuerlein, "A True Ambassador: How Carol Costello Developed the Role of LMU’s First Spouse," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
3. Christian Jeter, "NWI Collects Real-time Data During Hurricane Season," The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
CM. Emma Denes, "Perspectives on PCBs: Experts React to Hudson River Review," Marist Circle,Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
CM. Essence Quigley, "A Second Chance: The Hidden Heroes Behind the LA Fires,"SCAD Connector, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
DM05 In-depth news/feature story
1. Natalie Fitzgibbons, "After Their Abortions, Three Indiana Women Hope Election Will Restore Rights," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Isabella Vesperini, "A Doctor Doubted a Black Woman’s Pain — 4 Years After Her Death, an IU Student Mourns His Mom," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
3. Kylie Clifton and Grace McNeill, "President Timothy Law Snyder’s Annual Pay Package Jumps 33% to $1.18 Million," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM06 Editorial writing
1. Executive Editorial Board, "Board Editorial: Higher Education is Changing — Must LMU’s Mission Change Too?" Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM07 Personal opinion: On-campus issues
1. Miha Palancha, "Unpaid Internships: A Modern-Day Scam or a “Learning Opportunity?” SCAD District,Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia
2. Adriana Colon and Jalyn Jo, "Unfunded and Unseen: When the System Fails the Student," SCAD Connector, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
3. Patrick Donohue, "Conservative Silence at LMU Hurts Everybody," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
CM. Amanda Nessel, "Marist’s New Logo: Evolution or Imitation," Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
CM. Kashvi Pallapotu, "What’s Really Happening in The School of Building Arts?"SCAD District, Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia
DM08 Personal opinion: Off-campus issues
1. Andrew Breen, "If Democracy Dies, It's on the Democratic Party," Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
2. Lila Sepici, "We Need to Save Student Media — And We Need To Do It Now," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
3. Lindsey Clinton, "2024 Showdown: Trump, Harris and the Fight for the Youth Vote,"Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
CM. Joey Sills, "‘This is the Way the World Ends’: Donald Trump’s Victory, Predictably, Spells Disaster," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
DM09 General or humor commentary
1. Aashish Kumar Bankala and Miha Palancha, "The Case of the Disappearing Dishes,"SCAD District, Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia
2. Abby Chadwick, Cole Mihalich and Ally Miller-Henson, "The Savannah Snowmen of 2025,"SCAD District, Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia
DM10 First person experience
1. Jennifer Woo, "Don't Let History Repeat Itself: Lessons From My Grandfather's Incarceration,"Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
2. Dominic Pitts, "Observing Comedic Communication Style- What We Can Learn From It," SCAD Connector, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
DM11 Sports news
1. Daniel Flick, ‘We Built Something Here’: Indiana Football’s Historic Season Ends in Loss to Notre Dame," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Jesús Lara, "No Slowing Down: LMU Beach Volleyball Strikes Victory at WCC Championship, Sets Sights on NCAA Tournament," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
3. Ty Kaplan, "Tech Softball Hoists Big 12 Trophy Year One," The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
DM12 Sports features
1. Tory Basile, "The Lone Mechanic," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Rosie Martin, Hana Mazur and Colette Sellers, "Power of the Game," OR Magazine,University of Oregon School of Journalism and
Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Lily Crane, "Serving Dreams, Smashing Limits," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Amani Rivers, "Brent Torres: 200 Miles in 10 Days for ALS," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
CM. Ryan Pearl, "Strong Bones," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Arwen Thomas, "Resilience and Rock Climbing," Ascend, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
DM13 Personality profile
1. Nicole Blevins, "Dreamer Faces Uncertainty as Election Approaches," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Olivia Palombo, "She Wanted To Be in the Military. Trump’s Executive Order is Stopping Her."Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
3. Halahna Sewer and Julia Wood, "Rebecca Zaizay: Catwalks and Culture,"SCAD Connector, SCAD Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
CM. Ava Battinelli, "From City to Città," Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
CM. Jacob Lujan, "Schovanec's Garden Shows Beauty in Hardship," The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
DM14 General feature
1. Jack Forrest, "‘Changing the Culture of IU’ — with Chicken," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Cora Flynn, "Can LGBTQIA+ Students Find a Home at Marist?" Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
3. Grace McNeill and Emma Russell, "The Life and Legacy of Cheryl ‘The People’s Professor’ Grills, Ph.D.," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
CM. Noah Smith-Shoop, "Healing From the Ground Up," OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Samantha Blacker and Anna Liv Myklebust, "Roots of the River," OR Magazine,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
CM. Stephanie Hensley, "Black Futures Farm," OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
DM15 Entertainment reviews
1. Nathan Kenison, "Gatto Transcends 'Jokers' Fame with Solo 'Let’s Get Into It' Tour," The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
2. Alexandra Salazar-Rodó and Ana Vergara, "Bad Bunny’s Love Letter To…" SCAD District,Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia
3. Andrew Breen, "Father John Misty Comes to the Hudson Valley, Why Don't Other Big Artists?"Marist Circle, Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
CM. Miguel Rojas, "Religion, Rebellion and Revelations in “Angels, Outlaws, Sinners and Saints,” Marist Circle,Marist University, Poughkeepsie, New York
DM16 Single spot news photograph
1. Genevieve Von Manti, "The Words of the Women's March," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM17 Single feature photograph
1. Anna Liv Myklebust, "Neon Man," OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Griff Yarmaloff, "She Wanted to Be in the Military. Trump’s Executive Order is Stopping Her." Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM18 Single sports photograph
1. Lauren McKinney, "Little 500 Crash" Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Jadon Chesnutt, "Brooks Hhurdles Baylor Player," The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
3. Makayla Perez, "Brooks Attempts to Catch a Pass," The Daily Toreador, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
CM. Hank Leahy, "The Final Mile," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM19 Photo illustration
No awards given in this category.
DM20 Photography Portfolio of work
No awards given in this category.
DM21 Computer generated art/illustration
1. Juliette Albert, "Animated Features," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
DM22 Cartoons
1. Claire Wilson, "The Westchester: Easter Season," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM23 Informational graphics
No awards given in this category.
DM24 Photo slideshow
1. Anna Liv Myklebust, "Neon Man," OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Katie McClave and Mia Rivers, "ASLMU’s Springchella: An Eventful Evening of Talent," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM25 Podcast
1. Emma Russell and Ava Zuerlein, "Voices of the Newsroom: Campus Falls Quiet as Students React to the 2024 Presidential Election," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
2. Gino Diminich, "Asking the Artist," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
DM26 Interactive graphic
1. Mansi Kadam and Nikhil Sai Jaddu, "Indiana Bill Tracker," Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
2. Athena Cheris and Kylie Clifton, "54 Cups of Tea: Inside Athena Cheris' Caffeinated Journey," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM27 Video PSA
No awards given in this category.
DM28 Video News package
1. Noah Kubaki, Andre Soto Untiveros and Klen Torres, "Separated, Separados," Collegian,Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, California
DM29 Video Feature package
1. Matthew Santoyo, "Neon Man," OR Magazine, University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
2. Luis Arellano and Sam Blacker, "Hot Mama Salsa," OR Magazine,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
3. Mariana Gomez and Federico Velez, "From LMU to UCLA: Following the Blood From the Blood Drive," Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
CM. Iris Gray and Aydan Schively, "Connected Through Sound," OR Magazine,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
DM30 Video Doumentary
1. Chris Benis and Jack Raese, "Game Changer Episode 1: The Pay Era,"Los Angeles Loyolan, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
DM31 Open (free) form poetry
1. Matthew Gutierrez, "Wellness in Question," Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose,Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
2. Izzy Dimiceli, "Sometimes I Dream that Nothing Gives Me a Headache," Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose,Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
3. Huckleberry Shelf, "From Craigslist Missed Connections: to Be Honest I Don’t Remember," Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
CM. Spencer S., "While Fixing My Hair," Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
CM. Huckleberry Shelf, "From Craigslist Missed Connections: I Had a Dream About You,"Allium, A Journal of Poetry & Prose, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
DM32 Closed (traditional) form poetry
No awards given in this category.
DM33 Experimental fiction
No awards given in this category.
DM34 Traditional fiction
No awards given in this category.
DM35 Non-fiction article
1. Seira Kitagawa, "Aimee Yogi: Seeking Truth as a Japanese-American Woman," OR Magazine,University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication, Eugene, Oregon
DM36 Non-fiction interview
No awards given in this category