Herzing University Design Students Score Big at Popular Advertising Competition

MADISON, (March 29, 2011) –  Herzing University – Madison - students brought home a total of 15 silver and gold awards during the 2011 American Advertising Federation Addy Awards, on February 25, at the Orpheum Theater in  Madison, Wisconsin. The competition is said to be the world’s largest, often with more than 50,000 entries annually, with professional and student designers coming together to judge the best work for the 2010 season. 

Herzing student  Sieng Lee won first place in the Student Best of Show Mixed Media Campaign for his piece titled, “DNA Sculpture.” Lee also took third place with, “Skateboard Elements.”  Second place was secured by Hannah Robus for, “LG Fashion Week.”  Student Stephen Cardwell won the Student Judge’s Award for Non-traditional Advertising for his piece, “Beneateau Envy.” A $1500 scholarship was awarded to Sieng Lee, and Hannah Robus and Stephen Cardwell both earned $500 scholarships. Kathleen Mitchell, program chair for the Graphic Design department was thrilled.

“The students worked very hard this year coming up with unique concepts,” she said.  “Our program has really grown. I am grateful to our talented students and dedicated faculty.”

Catch a glimpse of the winning works between 4 and 7 pm, Thursday, April 21 at the Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington St., Suite 105, in Madison.  

Herzing University encompasses 11 physical campuses in eight states, three continuing education divisions in three states, plus Herzing University Online. Founded in Milwaukee, Wis. in 1965, today the University offers career-focused, convenient, and caring education for master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degrees and diplomas in the fields of technology, business, healthcare, design, and public safety. Herzing University provides education to approximately 8,500 students per year.  Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association; www.ncahlc.org or (800) 621-7440. More information about Herzing University is available at: www.herzing.edu. 

UPDATE: http://www.aafmadison.org/- National competition just held
2011 District 8 ADDY® Awards

The ADDY® Awards are the nation's largest advertising competition. Each year the competition begins at the local level. AAF-Madison's ADDY winners from February 25th are then submitted to the District 8 regional competitions, and District winners then advance to the national finals. We have been notified that the following AAF-Madison ADDY winners will also be recognized as winners at D8 this Saturday, April 16th. Watch the AAF-Madison website to find out how they did!

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