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January 30, 2025

Modern Students, Graduates, and Staff Honored in GDUSA’s 2024 American Graphic Design Awards

recently announced the winners of its prestigious . This year’s competition received over 9,000 entries, with only 800 pieces selected as winners. GDUSA recognized work that demonstrates the ever-expanding role of graphic design in shaping commerce and culture. Once again, students and graduates from earned accolades for their outstanding creativity and craftsmanship.

American Graphic Design Award winners include:

Haley Franklin, 2024 Graduate
Bar4Bar Campaign
Instructor: Clancy Boyer

Audrey Albers, Design Leadership Student
Down South Vineyard Collection
Instructor: Clancy Boyer

Christian Burlison, Design Leadership Student
Michelob X Wilson Staff Collaboration
Instructor: Clancy Boyer

Cristian Anguiano, Design Leadership Student
Nike Peanuts Collaboration Animation
Instructor: Tess Cortés

Ian Wiant, Design Leadership Student
Smash Paddles and Co. Branding
Instructor: Clancy Boyer

Taceana Zelaya, 2024 Graduate
Tampico Rebrand
Instructor: Clancy Boyer

Additionally, ’s marketing team was recognized for their work:

's Recruitment Campaign
Marketing Director & Copywriter: Jessica Barry
Creative Director: Justin Morter
Designer: Paul Garcher
Photography: Mark Werle
Developer: Chris Beach
Copywriter: AJ Busé

's Campus Tour Video
Creative Director: Justin Morter

This recognition from GDUSA highlights the exceptional talent of ’s students, faculty, and alumni. “We are incredibly proud of the innovative work our students, graduates, and staff produce, and it’s an honor to see industry experts recognize and celebrate their achievements,” states President Jessica Barry.

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