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1st Place - Sports Action Photo 1st Place - Print Sports Writing Andre Dawkins scored a seasonhigh 36 points and Chris DouglasRoberts had a triple-double to lead the Texas Legends to a 139-109 victory over the Oklahoma City Blue in an NBA Development League Southwestern Division game Friday night at Dr Pepper Arena. Dawkins made 11 3-pointers, two shy of the Development League single-game record, while Douglas- Roberts scored 20 points, grabbed a season-high 11 rebounds and dished out a season-best 10 assists in the final home game of the season for the Legends. Texas improved to 23-26 while Oklahoma City dropped to 19-31. “I just had to keep shooting the ball,” Dawkins said of his best game of the season. “I have the utmost confidence in my shot. I couldn’t let a couple of misses throw me off so it was big to come out and get hot early and keep it going through the rest of the game.” Playing without leading scorer Tu Holloway, who missed the game
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with a hamstring injury, Dawkins and Douglas Roberts stepped up to fill the void. The two sparked the Texas offense, which was hot from the opening tip, but took a little while to shake the Blue. The Legends only led by two at the end of the first quarter and didn’t start to pull away until late in the first half when Dawkins began to heat up. Texas closed the first half on an 11-2 run to take a 69-50 lead at break. Dawkins had 21 of his 36 points in the first half. The Legends then opened the second half with a 13-6 run and gradually extended their lead over the final 24 minutes until it turned into a 30-pount blowout. “You have to finish up strong,” Legends assistant coach Walter Pitts said. “Our last time out, the guys kind of got complacent. It is kind of hard with it being the end of the season and not having anything to play for.” The Legends will miss the Development League playoffs but they aren’t ending the season quietly. They shot 56 percent from the field and 58.6 percent from the 3-point line
as they built a lead that reached 35 points at one point in the final quarter before Oklahoma City cut it down to 30 in the final minutes. Dawkins and Douglas Roberts were just two of six Legends that finished the game with double-digit points. Jamil Wilson had 18, Patrick Miller 17, Bobby Ray Parks Jr. 16 and Michael Eric 12. “It was more of a team effort,” Pitts said. “Every guy from one through 10 played real well when they were called upon.” In the losing effort, the Blue had six players score in double figures, led by Jannero Pargo, who came off the bench to score 25. Dwight Buycks had 15, JP Tokoto 14, Talib Zanna and Dakari Johnson 12 each and Marquis Teague 11. The Legends outrebounded the Blue 45-40 and forced 21 turnovers while only committing 16 themselves. The Legends will conclude their regular season Saturday night against rival Austin. The Spurs are headed to the playoffs as the top seed from the Southwestern Division.
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1st Place - Editorial Writing
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Institutional racism is quiet, subtle, and sometimes invisible. Dr. Andrea Quenette, in yet another example of racial conflict in college institutions, has been propped up as the living, breathing symbol of institutional racism that pervades not only the University of Kentucky but academia as a whole. Calls for Dr. Quenette’s firing represent the widespread desire among college students to eradicate discrimination from their campuses in totality. However, tearing down Dr. Quenette for her ignorance does little to further racial equality but rather represents a step back in the movement for effective change in discriminatory language and policy. Dr. Quenette’s remark that she “never [has] seen… ‘nigger’ spray painted on walls” and using that as evidence for a lack of racism can easily be described as insulting, oblivious, and demonstrative of an overall lack of tact. This remark, though, demonstrates not an example of malice deserving punitive sanction but rather a dearth in understanding of the current definition of racism and its underlying effects on society. While such a statement is not in keeping with the open, accepting atmosphere that college institutions try to invoke, it is certainly not grounds for firing. In fact, Dr. Quenette’s remarks were made in the space of an academic forum, where discussion and ideas are meant to be expressed
freely and openly so that thoughts can be compared and views can be changed. Rather than students taking the classroom as an opportunity to flip traditional teaching on its head and educate the educator, they have instead responded with incongruent and disproportional retaliation. Such a reaction does little to combat institutional racism. Rather, it instills fear in those that have not yet accepted or understood the current racial climate, causing them to bury their verbal prejudice away while still expressing it in action. This stifles open dialogue, which in turn stops not only those with discriminatory views but even those with confusion on racial issues from finding any sort of guidance for fear of becoming another sacrifice to the cause. As a result, discriminatory views are locked away and withheld instead of reformed. At the same time, reactions such as this reinforce the opinion held by many of those engaging in discriminatory practices that college students are too politically correct and eliminate any that don’t agree perfectly with the masses. While insidious discriminatory remarks made out of hatred and prejudice should be combatted accordingly, remarks made out of ignorance should be met with conversation and an explanation of why the view that racism doesn’t exist because of the lack of public symbols is incongruent with the current
framework of discrimination. In demonstrating her lack of understanding, Dr. Quenette humbled herself in front of her students. Rather than take the opportunity to educate, students seized the chance to remove a professor with whom they disagreed. Rather than destroy racism, reactions such as this will only cement it in the hearts and minds of dissenters.
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1st Place - Feature Writing Nestled on Main Street in the heart of Deep Ellum, one of Dallas’ most lively neighborhoods, sits BrainDead Brewing. Barely a year old, the brewpub splays into the street, dominating the area with its unique and inviting presence. Its open facade, outdoor seating, unique menu and extensive beer list prominently displayed in chalk combine with the friendly and youthful waitstaff to create an atmosphere that perfectly embodies the fast-paced neighborhood in which it resides. In short, it’s quite the opposite of its brewmaster. Drew Huerter sits in a corner of the vast taproom shortly before BrainDead’s 11 a.m. opening. Bespectacled and dressed in a hooded sweatshirt bearing another brewery’s logo, his quiet and unassuming nature is in sharp contrast to his legend among craft beer enthusiasts; the Kansas City, Missouri native has arguably one of the longest and most impressive brewing resumes in the city. Huerter’s passion for beer should come as no surprise to anyone who spends even a moment speaking with him, and his musings regarding varieties of hops and his upcoming experimental brews often take on the character of a proud father speaking about a son’s success. Perhaps Huerter’s own father, who is a member of the third-oldest homebrewing club in the country, the Kansas City Bier Meisters, and won a blue ribbon in the American Style Lager category at the 1984 National Homebrewing Championships, would speak in a similar fashion about his son’s growing influence on the industry. Huerter, caught up in a story about his upbringing in Kansas City and his
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father’s influence on his future career, spoke fondly of his earliest memories with the product that would become his lifeblood. “I remember when he would [brew during his] time off around the holidays,” Huerter said. “I remember the smell. Every time, it brings me back.” After Huerter turned 21 while studying chemistry at St. Louis University, his underlying passion for brewing blossomed into what he calls a “fully crystallized fantasy” when he attended the 2004 Schlafly HOP in the City beer festival. “I was really getting into beer, so the week I turned 21 I went to Schlafly HOP in the City,” Huerter said. “I remember, a little over halfway through the beer festival, just stopping, listening to the band, taking in all in and thinking, ‘Man, I wish I could do this every day.’ By the time I left, I had a fully crystallized fantasy of brewing the beer for that festival.” In December of that same year, Huerter and his father used the elder’s brewing equipment to brew an American Amber style beer that would be Huerter’s first batch. The seed of passion was sewn, and Huerter knew that he had found his calling. Four years later, Huerter’s original dream was realized. Six months after becoming proficient enough to be hired by Morgan Street Brewery in Missouri, Huerter was brought onto Schlafly, where he designed the festival beer for the 2008 edition of HOP in the City. Now, nearly eight years after that first taste of a dream achieved and on the eve of the Big Texas Beer Fest in Dallas, Huerter has amassed a list of successes in the industry that has made
him a national name. He moved to Dallas in 2011 to found Deep Ellum Brewing, and has worked with or consulted for other titans of the North Texas brewing scene such as Rabbit Hole, Grapevine, Lakewood, Martin House, 3 Nations and Noble Rey. BrainDead, named as such because Huerter and his colleagues Sam Wynne and Jeff Fryman believed that the bar scene in Deep Ellum was “braindead” for not offering a brewpub in the model of their own, affords Huerter the opportunity to get back to his experimental roots and find a niche somewhere between the massproduction brewmaster and the 21year-old, bright-eyed home brewer. “This neighborhood really works with our free spirit approach to things,” Huerter said. “We do some [traditional] things, but usually with our own weird take on it … it really works with my brewing sensibilities, too. I have a deep respect for classic styles, but I also have a huge experimental streak in me.” While Deep Ellum is known for being on the cutting edge of art and culture and is home to many a youthful drinker of the most complex and idiosyncratic beer styles, Huerter prides himself in making sure that BrainDead can also offer a more approachable and comforting environment. “A lot of people come through and just want a beer, and I’m more than happy to do that for them,” Huerter said. “Sometimes the vocal minority on the internet can get a little turned in on themselves about how artistic and complex things can get … sometimes you just want a cold one, and there’s nothing wrong with that.”
O. Rufus Lovett of Kilgore College was recognized as the Charles T. “Chuck” Choate Memorial Adviser of Year during ceremonies at the 2016 TIPA awards banquet in Dallas.
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1st Place - News Photo 1st Place - Print News Writing A man was arrested in connection with the assault of his girlfriend during the opening of a police academy Thursday, Eastfield Communications Coordinator Sharon Cook said. The man, 22-year-old Jeremie Anderson of Mesquite, will be charged with family violence, Cook said. The possible former student of the college has been arrested in the past in connection with domestic violence, Cook said. Anderson pulled up outside the entrance to the academy around 11:30 a.m. Thursday in a yellow Chevrolet Colorado as cadets prepared for routine physical training at Eastfield Community College. His girlfriend and cadet, Natalie
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Farmer Gomez, was walking out of the building with five other cadets when Anderson approached the group.
misdemeanor, or a third degree felony if the defendant has any prior domestic assault convictions.
Anderson pushed cadet Laurance Williams and pulled Gomez’s hair before being tackled and held to the ground by four male cadets.
A Class A misdemeanor is punishable by a fine of no more than $4,000, confinement in jail for no more than one year, or both a fine and jail time.
“I reverted straight back to my training obviously when I saw the threat come up to me,” Williams said. “It’s just second nature because we have such great training here at Eastfield.”
A third degree felony is punishable by confinement in jail for two to ten years and a fine of no more than $10,000.
A female cadet used a nearby Emergency Call Box to contact police. Dallas County Community College District Police arrived shortly after and apprehended Anderson. Family violence is a Class A
The physical training exercise was cancelled for the day following the reported assault and would resume as soon as possible, Cook said. This story is developing. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
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Mar. 31, 2016 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Doe Bicycle World Safety Director (123) 321-0123 J.Doe@fakebikeworld.com
BICYCLE WORLD TO HOST SAFETY CLINICS IN DALLAS COUNTY DALLAS COUNTY, TX— Bicycle World will be hosting two free Bicycle Safety Clinics Saturday, April 1st at Happy Hollow Elementary in Richardson and Miller Elementary in Dallas. The clinics will last from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m, and are open to children ages six through twelve. “We believe bicycle safety is crucial for children,” said company president, and master rider, Darwin Lester. “With just a little guidance, children can learn habits and rules that could save their lives.” Children in attendance will receive instruction from Bicycle World staff members on wearing helmets, riding in bike lanes, and the usage of proper hand signals. In addition to the lessons provided each child will complete an obstacle course to test their riding proficiency. “Those of us in the bicycle business want to ensure that children who use our products do so competently and safely,” said Lester. “We want them to enjoy bicycling as a sport they can continue into adulthood. And we want to make learning fun.” Upon completion of the clinic each child will receive a certificate of accomplishment to display their competence in bicycle safety. Each child must have a helmet and bicycle that will be examined by Bicycle World staff members for safe operation in order to participate. Registration for the event can be completed by calling Bicycle World at (123) 555-4356, or online at http://www.fakebikeworld.com/fakeregistration. Space for the clinics is limited, and as a result those interested are encouraged to register promptly. For more information on Bicycle World products or the Bicycle Safety Clinics customers can visit www. fakebikeworld.com. Bicycle World provides the area’s largest selection and lowest prices, and has two area stores at 555 Sycamore Parkway in Richardson and at 338 U.S. 38 in Dallas.
1st Place - Spanish News Writing Mesquite, TX – Un joven de 22 años fue arrestado hoy en Eastfield College tras atacar a su novia y a un compañero de ésta por celos. El agresor, identificado como Jeremie Anderson, había sido arrestado anteriormente por violencia doméstica, según informó la portavoz de la universidad, Sharon Cook. El suceso ocurrió cuando la víctima, Natalie Farmer Gomez de 24 años, participaba en un entrenamiento con sus compañeros de la Academia de Policía. Se dio la coincidencia de que el entrenamiento estaba siendo grabado por un grupo de periodistas que captaron en cámara el momento de la agresión. Los cadetes estaban empezando el entrenamiento cuando Anderson llegó en una camioneta amarilla y se lanzó sobre uno de los cadetes gritando “¿Por qué mandas mensajes a mi novia?”. Inmediatamente, el resto de cadetes, incluida Farmer, lo redujeron y lo inmovilizaron en el suelo mientras llegaba la policía. El cadete agredido ha sido identificado como Laurance Williams. Durante la pelea, Anderson agarró del pelo a Farmer aunque nadie
resultó herido. Pocos minutos después la policía del campus se personó en el lugar, esposó al sospechoso y se lo llevó detenido, después de tomar declaración a los afectados y a los testigos. En declaraciones a los medios de comunicación, Farmer aseguró sentirse “abrumada” por lo sucedido y explicó que Anderson siempre había sido celoso pero que nunca imaginó que podría hacer algo así. “Después de esto voy a romper con él”, dijo. Farmer añadió que llevaban seis meses saliendo y que últimamente habían tenido muchas peleas porque él estaba celoso de sus compañeros de academia. “Al principio era un chico muy dulce. Tendría que haberme dado cuenta de las señales porque yo estudio estas cosas en la academia”, lamentó. Farmer señaló que la policía le había recomendado pedir una orden de alejamiento porque Anderson había estado en su casa en incluso tenía una llave de su apartamento. Williams aseguró ante los
(Marta Planells - Richland College) medios que había visto a Anderson “unas cuantas veces” en el campus pero que no eran amigos. Asimismo, explicó que los “únicos mensajes” que había enviado a Farmer eran para preguntar sobre temas de clase. La rueda de prensa que Eastfield College había anunciado para informar sobre el suceso fue cancelada a la espera de recibir más detalles de la policía de Mesquite, que está investigando lo sucedido.
1st Place - Yearbook Design
Nine SMU students spend Spring Break in a special Pennsylvania community An SMU Alternative Breaks group headed off for the hills of Pennsylvania during Spring Break 2016 looking to serve and make a difference in a community of adults with special needs. What the nine SMU students and their adviser found throughout their weeklong service project at Camphill Village-Kimberton Hills was that the experience perhaps had a more powerful impact on their own lives and perceptions of people with special needs than the other way around. Located on 432 acres in the wooded farmlands of Chester County, Pa. — about 35 miles northwest of Philadelphia — Camphill Village-Kimberton Hills is a vibrant farming and handcrafting community of more than 100 adults with developmental disabilities. There, community residents live and work alongside one another to produce a variety of agricultural Members of the SMU Alternative Breaks and handcrafted group enjoy their free day lounging products that around an iconic sculpture in downtown not only provide Philadelphia. sustenance to JAY MILLER / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER themselves, but are also marketable to nearby communities. The SMU Alternative Breaks group — led by student co-leaders Mary Parker Johnstone and Neil Martin spent four of their six Spring Break days working alongside the community members in a variety of tasks that included back-breaking farmwork, planting and harvesting in the village’s Community-Supported Agriculture project. Others in the group helped out by digging holes for fruit trees in the orchard, clearing and preparing the soil in an herb garden, assisting villagers in creating their handcrafted mosaic and pottery items and much more.
Among the highlights of the week’s work was the reconstruction of the framework of a massive greenhouse measuring 40-feet wide by 250-feet long that had been destroyed in a recent snowstorm that dumped more than 30 inches of snow on the Pennsylvania farming community in January. The previous greenhouse — one of four in the Kimberton Hills village — had collapsed under the weight of the fallen snow, leaving a heap of crumpled metal, plastic roofing and ruined crops below. “We worked in shifts throughout the week to spread soil for the new growing beds and rebuild and erect more than 25 massive, metal framework supports for the new greenhouse,” said SMU co-site leader Neil Martin. “It was really rewarding to see the entire frame of the new greenhouse up by the time we left at the end of the week.” While the nine-member SMU group — comprised of five females and four males — came from a variety of classifications, majors, backgrounds and experiences in the Alternative Breaks program, the group members were unified in their commitment and altruistic callings to spend their much-needed free time away from classes and studies serving communities in need. “To see these students giving up their precious Spring Break time to serve others in need is very heartwarming,” said adviser Jay Miller, who was making his seventh trip as an adviser for the Alternative Breaks program. “You hear so much about how narcissistic and self-serving young people are today. But, you spend time with students like these and it completely dispels that notion.” Of course, it was not all work and no play for the SMU group. Nights and free time were spent cooking and sharing group meals, laughing and playing games in their lodges at the nearby Camp Sankanac campground. The group spent its one free day exploring the historic sites in nearby Philadelphia including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and sharing a meal of famed Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. On one special night, the SMU group returned to the Kimberton Hills village to share in the 60th birthday celebration of one of the villagers, where partygoers shared homemade apple cider, birthday cakes baked in the village’s bakery and danced to music provided by a hired DJ.
“I loved seeing how happy and content all of the villagers were when we were dancing and laughing with them at the party,” said SMU group member Ceci Weigman. “We really made close and meaningful connections with the villagers throughout the week. They all made such a powerful, positive and lasting impact on me. I’ll never forget them.”
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1st Place - PR Crisis Management
(Jonathan Ward - Abilene Christian University) MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Somebody of Anytown FROM: John Doe, director of public relations at Anytown University DATE: March 31, 2016 SUBJECT: Students Locate Possible Source of River Contamination
I’m writing to inform you our graduate research team discovered the possible source of chromium contamination in the Anytown River today.
As you know, Mikel Hix, a member of one of our school’s graduate research teams, detected the presence of hexavalent chromium earlier this week while surveying the river for abnormal chemical concentrations. Hix immediately informed the team of his discovery and the group sampled seven sites along the river to pinpoint the source of contamination.
Based on the team’s research, students believe Acme Steel Works, a manufacturing plant located 15 miles upriver from Anytown, is the source of the contamination. Chromium’s hexavalent state suggests the compound was formed while welding on stainless steel or melting chromium metal. Obviously, this potential contamination poses a great risk to our city and our community. In concurrence with our university’s crisis management procedures, I suggest we take the following actions: 1. Anytown University should immediately alert local media and Anytown citizens via a brief press release detailing the team’s discovery and the dangers of interaction with hexavalent chromium.
2. Anytown University should also communicate with students using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram posts regarding the contamination to heighten awareness of the issue and cover a wide scope of media channels. These posts should include brief information about the source of the contamination, its potential health effects and who to contact should a student expose him or herself to the compound and require medical attention. I recommend the university’s president or vice president sign these statements personally. 3. In addition to holding a press conference with local media, the city should release a fact sheet and backgrounder providing specific information about hexavalent chromium and how it’s formed, as well as a list of its possible sources. The city should subsequently contact Acme Steel Works and request the plant be temporarily shut down while officials conduct their investigation. Communication with Acme should be firm and stress the importance of protecting human life. 4. The city should open a crisis hotline to field calls from concerned citizens.
5. Lastly, Anytown University and the city of Anytown should conduct substantial research on how to best resolve the issue, and then launch a joint initiative to clean the river and take necessary steps to restore the river’s natural state. Our communication departments should issue a press release, launch a social media campaign and contact state officials regarding the initiative.
I strongly advise all communication to be clear, concise, timely and honest. I appreciate your diligence concerning this issue and look forward to resolving this problem quickly and effectively
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Contact: John Doe Director of Public Relations (123) 456-7890 johndoe@anytown.edu
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GRAD STUDENTS DISCOVER POSSIBLE CHROMIUM CONTAMINATION IN RIVER
ANYTOWN, March 31, 2016—A group of Anytown University (AU) graduate students recently discovered a possible chromium contamination along the Anywhere River during a preliminary routine sample collection. Mikel Hix, chemistry major and member of an AU graduate research team currently involved in an environmental project, originally detected hexavalent chromium in the river earlier this week. After his evaluating his findings, Hix informed his team of the discovery and the group sampled seven sites along the river to pinpoint the possible source of contamination. Based on their results, the group believes Acme Steel Works, a manufacturing plant located 15 miles upriver from Anytown, is responsible for the hexavalent chromium pollution. Official investigations conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are currently underway.
Hexavalent chromium, a potential human carcinogen, is often formed as a byproduct of welding on stainless steel or melting chromium metal. Prolonged exposure or ingestion of water containing chromium can lead to severe illness, especially in children. State officials advise citizens not to engage in activities near or in the Anytown River until further notice. ###
Anytown University is Anystate’s premier academic center for innovation and achievement. With over 30,000 undergraduate students and 7,000 graduate students, the university is home to some of the nation’s most promising upcoming talent. Last year, Forbes ranked AU’s college of chemistry as the No. 2 college of sciences in the United States.
1st Place - Critical Review
(Nathan Woodham -North Lake College)
Critical Review #246 A charming story, but not much more The potential for wartime commentary is lost in Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Despite its failed attempt to provide any original commentary about the war in Afghanistan, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot’s likable characters and raunchy comedy make it a relatively enjoyable dramatic comedy. If you deciphered the film’s clever title (Whiskey Tango Foxtrot spells out “WTF” in the NATO phonetic alphabet), then you already have an idea of what it delivers. It opens with Tina Fey’s character, Kim Barker, screaming profanity in the streets of Afghanistan before abruptly transitioning to three years earlier. Kim is a reporter who is assigned a job in Afghanistan in 2002 to report on the war as it unfolds. Upon arriving, she finds that she will have to leave behind her comfortable lifestyle and adjust to the uncontrollable Afghanistan war zone. With the help of her fellow reporters, Kim overcomes her wartime insecurities and starts on the path to becoming a successful reporter. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot desperately tries to be more than just a dramatic comedy, addressing things like sexism and the psychological effects of war, but unfortunately does not explore those ideas to their full potential. Kim is a strong female character with aggressive determination, but all commentary on sexism is lost when the first time two women interact is to discuss which men they want to have sex with. More than that, the man Kim eventually sleeps with is introduced as a womanizer. The film struggles with properly balancing its ideas, jumping back and forth from dealing with social issues to being an average dramedy, never committing to either. It shows a lot of Muslim culture, but always portrays it in a negative light, focusing on violence and sexism, but then immediately transitions to a party scene. None of it feels cohesive and it ends up being a mess of ideas that doesn’t say anything relevant. However, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot does excel in creating relatable, engaging characters that you can’t help but fall in love with. One of the characters, Fahim, helps Kim find sources and is always concerned about her safety. Tanya relates to Kim by being the only other female reporter, and even the womanizing Ian redeems himself and becomes likeable. Even though Whiskey Tango Foxtrot did not live up to what it tried to be, its heartwarming story and loveable characters redeem it enough to make the film enjoyable. If you are looking for a violent but heartwarming story filled with romantic comedy tropes, you won’t be disappointed. However, if you are looking for wartime commentary that is cohesive enough to make an impact on you, I recommend 202-Radio saving your money and watching Full Metal Jacket instead.
1st Place - Radio Sports Writing
(Nick Alvarado -South Plains College)
Andre Dawkins was red hot from long range to lead the Texas Legend to a 30-point victory against the Oklahoma City Blue, 139-109, in the final home game for the Legend. Sound byte: [Andre Dawkins, 10 seconds] “It was good to get started hot early and keep it going through the rest of the game and credit to my teammates for looking for me and setting good screens.” Chris Douglas-Roberts, who finished the game on a triple-double, also assisted Dawkins to push the game away for the Legend. Sound byte: [Dawkins, 7 seconds] “CDR did a great job keeping everybody involved, obviously with the triple-double.” Jannero Pargo finished the night with 25 points for the Blue. The Legend travel to Austin for the regular season finale on Saturday, April 2.
1st Place - Print Advertising
(Brianna Penney - Texas State University)
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1st Place - Radio Advertising Radio Ad 1
(Christian Colin - Texas A&M-Kingsville)
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1st Place Newspaper Design (Nicholas Friedman University of North Texas)
1st Place Headline Writing (Nathan Wright UT-Tyler)
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Television Announcing (English) 1st Place - Keturah Jones (Eastfield College) 2nd Place - Sam Isenburg (Texas State University) 3rd Place - Kate McGuire (Baylor University) Television Announcing (Spanish) 1st Place - Melissa Ortiz (Sam Houston State University) 2nd Place - Marta Planells (Richland College) 3rd Place - Narda Perez (UT-Arlington)
1st Place - Editorial Cartoon
(Rainey Miller - Sul Ross State University)
1st Place - Savanah Silva (Abilene Christian University https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbRVPKtwvQ0
Live News Video
2nd Place - Steven Cavazos (UT-Rio Grande) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v-tDsluWPgq2o
3rd Place - Christie Rankin (Amarillo College) https://www.y
1st Place - Television Advertising
(Matt Baughmann - Sam Houston State University)
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1st Place - Copy Editing
(Caitlin Piper - Eastfield College)
2nd Place Newspaper Design (Samantha Douty Del Mar College)
2nd Place - Editorial Writing
(Mandy Derfler - San Antonio College)
A University of Kentucky COMS instructor is on paid leave for complaints of racial discrimination. Five graduate students filed against Dr. Andrea Quenette and are asking she be fired. According to an open letter from the students, Quenette used a racial epithet commonly aimed at AfricanAmericans during a class discussion about racial issues. She also admitted ignorance on the subject “as a white woman.” “I did not call anyone this word, nor did I use it to refer to any individual or group,” she said in an email to “Inside Higher Ed.” “Rather I was retelling a factual example about an issue elsewhere.” The context? Quenette said she does not see this word “spray painted on walls.” Good for her. That does not mean she can’t lead a meaningful discussion about discrimination with her class. Being discriminated against is not required to understand other people are and it is a problem that needs to be addressed. Quenette planned the day’s readings around the topic of race and discrimination, but didn’t think to do her own research? This is where the real problem lies. All it takes is a couple news articles and some open-ended questions to get a conversation started. Disclaimers on subject familiarity are not necessary. Then it is a matter of refereeing and listening. Since she admits she can’t relate to certain aspects of discrimination, a class discussion is a great time to learn. As far as the word she used, there are other ways to get a point across. 308 Editorial Lawyer Wendy Kaminer says it best when she said there is an “obvious difference between quoting a word in the context of discussing language, literature or prejudice and hurling it as an epithet.” This goes back to Quenette’s, seemingly willful, lack of knowledge in the subject. True, she did not directly call anyone anything, but the word is not used in polite conversation for a reason. It is highly offensive and harkens back to days that should be long gone. If the investigation determines Quenette should not be fired, she at least needs education in cultural sensitivity and data gathering.
2016 Director’s Trophy was presented to Sam Houston State University for on-site contest excellence.
2nd Place - Yearbook Design
(Tyler Fisher - Stephen F. Austin State University)
2nd Place - Spanish News Writing
(Alejandra Hurtado - Tyler Junior College)
“¡No toque a mi novia!” de esta manera fue interrumpida abruptamente el día de hoy el entrenamiento diario de los primeros cadetes del College Easfield. A causa de los celos, un sujeto entro a la escena a agredir a su novia y a uno de los cadetes de la institución. Mientras la competencia diaria entre 4 cadetes incrementaba, una Chevrolet Chevi Colorado de color amarillo entro a la escena; el joven de 22 años, Jeremie Anderson ataco a su novia Natalie Farmer Gomez, joven de 24 años jalándole bruscamente su cabello y empujando a su compañero Laurance Williams quien venía con ella. “Déjenlo en paz” decía Natalie, mientras la rápida reacción de sus compañeros quienes inmovilizaron al sujeto le dio tiempo a los policías a acudir al lugar de los hechos. Anderson, estudiante del semestre anterior en la institución, fue custodiado mientras Farmer, asustada por la situación, relataba los hechos al oficial Philips Willburg, Sargento especial “él estaba celoso” dijo ella “todo empezó como una dulce relación.” La pareja llevaba una relación de pocos meses y aunque vivían separados, Farmer aseguro que Anderson tenia en su poder las llaves de su apartamento. Los cadetes quienes acompañaban a Farmer dijeron que habían visto a la pareja anteriormente pelear en el parqueadero de la institución. La coordinadora de comunicaciones de Eastfield college aseguro que se realizaría una rueda de prensa sin embargo al finalizar la escena, Marcia Hasenyager coordinadora de la Academica Policial declaro que no se realizaría
2nd Place - Feature Writing
(Sean Smith - Sam Houston State University)
Six months pregnant, long past her usual bedtime, Vivien Jordan sits in her office wide awake. However, it is not the pangs and imbalances of pregnancy keeping her awake. It is the constant scratching, erasing and styling of an eightfoot by four-foot custom-lettered chalk board for a wedding. The piece, hand done by Jordan, must hold the name of every guest attending. Hours pass and night turns to morning. Jordan sighs with relief at her finished project. Glancing at the clock, she reads the time as 7 a.m. The weeding planner arrives promptly at 7:30 to take the piece away, and Jordan’s anxiety returns. The piece done in chalk is easily erasable. She recalls just having to let the work go, both physically and emotionally, not knowing if it will arrive intact and unaltered. This is part of daily life for Jordan, whose work focuses on hand lettering and custom stationery for weddings, events, parties and the like. She began dabbling in lettering art and stationery design while planning her wedding eight years ago. “You get engaged, and you’re looking for a certain kind of invitation, and its not out there,” said Jordan. “I just, by chance, made something I liked and then fell in love with paper.” After designing her own wedding invitations, she branched out to work for friends’ events, often doing so for free. “When I hosted a bridal shower or a baby shower, I would ask the host or group of hostesses ‘do you mind if I design the invite for this,’” Jordan said. “People were really affirming of my gift, so that’s what propelled me to say ‘maybe I can make this into a business.’” The Eclectic Press was born, and the business has grown to produce more than wedding invitations. Holiday cards, custom chalkboards and wholesale stationery can all be found around the Dallas-Ft. Worth area in pop-up shops, craft fairs and local retailors. Moreover, Jordan likens the growth of her business with the growth of the trendy “hipster” art movement in the greater Dallas area. The parallel culminates in the Bishop Arts neighborhood, where her chalk work is featured in Oddfellows Diner, which Jordan said is one of the most popular restaurants in that district. “I love Oddfellows,” Jordan said. “I believe in the vision of Oddfellows, the aesthetic is amazing, the food is incredible and the service is great. I love getting to partner with one of my favorite restaurants.” Oddfellows’ owners had a set vision for the diner’s atmosphere, according the restaurant’s manager Audrey Dark. She said local Dallas artists drive Oddfellows aesthetic. “The owners were very deliberate in wanting to create kind of a craft diner, farmhouse kind of unfinished feel,” Dark said. “They chose a lot of indie art pieces and independent artists to contribute, and they’ve tried to match their menu with that aesthetic.” Along with Oddfellows’ staple chalk wall piece, Dark said the owner who originally sought out Jordan to hand letter the diner’s focal point has recently commissioned menus from her as well. Jordan said these local, hole-in-the-wall, Dallas-exclusive sites are where her work is featured most often. “In that same district, my favorite gifts boutique is called We are 1976,” Jordan said. “I sell my cards wholesale to them. Dallas is definitely important to me as a born-and-raised Dallasite.” Working out of her home in northwest Dallas, balancing family and business life was not as challenging as Jordan expected. She attributes much of her success to her husband, who supports her endeavors by helping with the financial side of The Eclectic Press. “Being a creative, in any industry, means you have a lot of ups and downs,” Jordan said. “He really believes in my gift and that I can do it. Obviously if I was going to be a detriment to our family or our income, I’m certain he would tell me. But honestly, having his help is what keeps everything together.” Jordan’s husband handles the taxes and invoices, leaving her to ravish in her creative endeavors, something for which she is forever grateful. From brides to restaurants to expecting mothers, The Eclectic Press looks to serve all clients design needs with an aggressive, trendy, homemade aesthetic. Through a blend of handwritten scripts and computer-based composition, Jordan’s work exemplifies the growing indie art scene in Dallas – a scene rivaling Texas’ usual art-hub in Austin. “The stereotype [of Dallas] is the big money, kind of more superficial, debutant feel,” Jordan said. “I definitely think there’s a creative movement that is taking over the city, which is awesome.”
2nd Place - Feature Photo
(Michelle Espinoza (UT-Rio Grande)
2nd Place - 2-Person Photo Essay
(Jubenal Aguilar, Ravin Lee - Brookhaven College)
2nd Place - Critical Review
(Kirsten Geddes (Midland College)
Comedy, war and news reporters are not three things that are usually talked about in the same breath. However, comedic genius Tina Fey brings the real life story of Kim Baker from page to screen in a way that both excites and surprises in her new film, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot. Based on the book, The Taliban Shuffle, the core story of Whisky Tango Foxtrot revolves around Kim Baker (Tina Fey), a journalist from New York who gets thrown into the midst of the war in Afghanistan. At first promising she will only be three months in the war-torn nation, she soon discovers reasons to stay and cover the hellish events happening around her. Part comedy, part drama, all true, this film tells Baker’s story of the harsh reality of the world of journalism in any country. For moviegoers, this film could be both casual popcorn fare and an opportunity to open up a larger discussion about several relevant topics. As a journalist, Baker faces many struggles during her time in the Middle East, particularly the suppression of women. Although America is struggling to gain equal rights for women with things like equal pay for men and women, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot brings to the forefront the serious issue that many Middle Eastern women are still fighting for the right to even show their faces in public, and are barely breaking ground with issues like voting and education. Indeed, what Whiskey Tango Foxtrot does best is bring to light the fact that cultures all over the world still have enormous differences, despite the fact that technology allows us to see what is happening on the other side of the world in mere seconds. One particular scene in which Fey’s Baker is forced to dress in a traditional Middle Eastern garment covering the person from head to ankles in order to not be assaulted or kidnapped truly enforces the message that Fey and the filmmakers are trying to convey with this movie. Part of what makes the film hit so close to home for American audiences is highlighted in a later scene in the film, in which Fey’s character is forced to listen to one of the executives from her news network tell her that Afghanistan is no longer relevant. The higher up’s insistence that American viewers no longer want to see the troops fighting in that area of the world is unfortunately highly realistic and should get a reaction from everyone, whether or not they support the battles currently being fought in the Middle East. By the end of the film, the decisions that Baker and her follow reporters are forced to make and the lengths they are willing to go to in order to support these decisions will force audiences to think carefully about what is really going on in other countries, and will start conversations about these extremely relevant topics. Overall, the film has excellent execution in relaying its message. Although at times it seems a bit floundering in its approach to Baker’s story, it quickly finds its feet again with another turn of events. Based on a true story, the chain of events that befalls Baker always feels extremely real and raw, and Fey does an excellent job of keeping her character grounded. The film also takes on the enormous job of telling such a serious story while still maintaining a comedic element. One second the film asks the audience to laugh at the ridiculousness of Afghanistan’s first woman driver backing up a car into a merchant’s stall, and the next it forces them to stare at the gruesome remains of soldiers who were brutally killed in an ambush. Baker’s reaction is horrified at first, but she soon becomes resigned to it in many ways, similarly to how moviegoers slowly become desensitized to the violence and explosions around them. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot sets out to show audiences the darker side of journalism and what truly happens in the Middle East, and it accomplishes this feat with panache and hopefulness. Setting its sights on ensuring the audience that it is never too late to move forward in life and change their path, the movie will certainly leave an impact for years to come. Despite its name, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot will certainly not have viewers asking “WTF?” by the film’s end.
Hall of Fame Inductee Charlene Fern was the 2016 Hall of Fame inductee and luncheon keynote speaker during the Dallas event.
2nd Place - Editorial Cartoon
(Paige Gandara-Valderas - St. Mary’s University)
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(Salvador Gutierrez - Amarillo College)
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2nd Place - Print News Writing
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(Bethany Baldwin - Angelina College)
A demonstration of Eastfield College’s first police academy class was interrupted when a man assaulted one of the cadets. The Eastfield cadets were demonstrating their physical training exercises to an audience when former student Jeremie Anderson drove his bright yellow truck to a screeching halt into the event at noon Thursday, March 31. He then pushed cadet Laurance Williams and grabbed cadet Natalie Farmer Gomez by the hair. The Eastfield police cadets immediately responded by subduing Anderson, and a cadet contacted campus police. Eastfield College Police Specialist Phillip Willburn arrived and took Anderson into custody. Cedric Hall, one of the cadets, explained how he relied on his academy training during the assault and had to act very quickly. “It’s situations like this that made me want to join the police academy,” Hall said. Police released a statement saying Anderson, 22-year-old of Mesquite, Texas, has been arrested more than once before, and he will be charged with domestic family abuse. “That’s my girlfriend, what was I supposed to do?” Anderson said to police as they placed him in the car with his hands cuffed. Gomez spoke to police and media after the attack. She said she and Anderson had been in a relationship for six months and had fought in the past, but no fight had ever gotten this violent. Williams and Hall said they witnessed the couple publicly fighting in the parking lot. The event was planned to provide information about Eastfield’s new police academy and its first class of cadets. Eastfield Communications Coordinator Sharon Cook and Police Academy Coordinator Marcia Hasenyager spoke about the program before the cadets began their demonstration. “We recognized there was a need to have a police academy on the east side of the Metroplex for unsponsored cadets to put themselves through the academy,” Hasenyager said. The first ever academy classes began on January 14, 2016. The training includes daytime and nighttime classes as well as daily physical training. Physical training includes a one mile run and one hour of intensive calisthenics. Hasenyager said Eastfield wanted to prepare the cadets physically as well as mentally and academically.
“So, no [physical training], then?” Williams asked Hasenyager after the assault.
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2nd Place - PR Release Writing
(Jonathan Ward - Abilene Christian University)
Contact: John Doe Director of Public Relations (123) 456-7890 johndoe@bicycleworld.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BICYCLE WORLD TO SPONSOR SAFETY CLINICS IN DALLAS COUNTY
DALLAS, March 31, 2016—Bicycle World announced today its plans to sponsor bicycle safety clinics in Dallas County promoting rider safety and alertness. Clinics will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at Happy Hollow Elementary in Richardson and Miller Elementary in Dallas. Bicycle World has designed the clinics to instill key safety values in children. The company’s staff members will present lessons regarding safety equipment, proper hand signals and lane usage, as well as inspect bikes for any equipment requiring immediate repair. Staff members will also oversee an obstacle course built to measure riders’ proficiency. Upon completion of the course, instructors will give riders constructive feedback and award them with certificates of accomplishment.
Darwin Lester, president of Bicycle World, believes the new program will teach important and lasting riding habits to his youngest customers in a fun, interactive environment. “We believe bicycle safety is crucial for children,” explains Lester. “Those of us in the bicycle business want to ensure that children who use our products do so competently and safely. With just a little guidance, children can learn habits and rules that could save their lives.”
Clinics are free and open to children ages 6 to 12. All attendees must register by calling Bicycle World at 555-4363 to ensure admittance. Children without a helmet or bicycle will not be allowed to participate. ###
Bicycle World is a leading bike vendor based in Dallas County. Bicycle World services the Dallas area with two stores featuring the largest selection of quality cycling equipment created specifically for bicycle enthusiasts. To learn more, visit http://www.fakebikeworld.com/
2nd Place Sports Action Photo (Brandon Edwards San Antonio College)
Slug: 546 T.V. Sports Cume: 51 sec.
2nd Place - Television Sports Writing
(Raz Rasmussen - Amarillo College)
Video Anchor On Camera CU: Floor shot of players-NATS PAN: Up to hoop during shot attempts
Take: SOT 7 sec. CG: Andre Dawkins
Audio TEXAS LEGENDS PLAYED OKLAHOMA CITY BLUE TONIGHT FOR THE SIXTH TIME THIS SEASON. THE LEGENDS HAVE ONLY LOST TO THEM ONCE BY ONLY ONE POINT. TONIGHTS GAME ENDED IN THE LEGENDS FAVOR WITH 139 POINTS OVER 109. 36 OF THE LEGENDS POINTS CAME FROM THE HANDS OF GUARD, ANDRE (ON-dray) DAWKINS. SOT: 7 “I tried to stay focused, make sure my mechanics were right, and I ended up making more than usual” Outcue: more than usual
WS: cuts from Andre’s 3 pointers
Take: SOT 3 sec CG: Walter Pitts
33 OF ANDRE’S 36 POINTS WERE THREE POINTERS MAKING 11 IN THE ENTIRE GAME. ASSISTANT COACH, WALTER PITTS IS ALWAYS PUSHING HIM FROM THE SIDELINES. SOT: 3 “Definitely trying to get him to beat the 13 record” Outcue: 13 record
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BOTH TEAMS EXCELLED WITH A DIFFERENT TYPE OF PLAYING STYLE. THE LEGENDS RAN A STRONG ZONE DEFENSE AND OKLAHOMA SWITCHED BETWEEN MAN AND ZONE BUT HELD THEIR GROUND.
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THE LEGENDS MAKE SURE TO KEEP IT A TEAM SPORT WITH CHRIS DOUGLAS-ROBERTS CARRYING THE TORCH WITH 10 ASSISTS.
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SOT: 6 sec. Walter Pitts “Play for fun, play for each other, keep playing for yourself and the name on the back of your jersey.”
2nd Place - PR Crisis Management
(Anna Gutierrez - UT-Arlington) MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Somebody of Anytown From: Anytown University Public Relations Director Subject: Anytown River Water Sample Results and Contamination Source
Purpose Mayor Somebody of Anytown approved water sample testing to locate the contamination source on the Anywhere River. The purpose of this memo is to inform Mayor Somebody of Anytown those results and the source of the contamination.
Summary Last month, a possible contamination was initially discovered by Mikel Hix during a routine sample collection on the Anywhere River. A group of graduate students at Anytown University then tested water samples at seven sampling sites along Anywhere River in an effort to pinpoint the source of possible contamination. The seven sites were chosen to measure any chromium concentration in the river, directly downstream from a potential point source. The results from the water sample tests stated Hexavalent Chromium was found in the river. The research team believes the source of the contamination to be Acme Steel Works, located 15 miles upriver. The Environmental Protection Agency has been notified and investigations are under way. Problem Statement The Anywhere River is contaminated with Hexavalent Chromium. Prolonged exposure or ingestion of water containing chromium can lead to severe illness, especially in children.
Obtained Results Due to the findings of the contamination results, the Environmental Protection Agency has been notified and investigations are under way. The compound found in the river, Hexavalent Chromium, is used in textile dyes, wood preservation and as anti-corrosion and conversion coatings. Industrial uses of Hexavalent Chromium compounds include chromate pigments in dyes, paints, inks and plastics; chromates added as anticorrosive agents to paints, primers and other surface coatings; and chromatic acid electroplated onto metal parts to provide a decorative or protective coating. Hexavalent Chromium can be formed when performing “hot work” such as welding on stainless steel or melting chromium metal. The research team believes the Acme Steel Works manufacturing plant is the source of the contamination. Acme Steel Works is located 15 miles upriver from Anytown and employs 150 people from the Anytown area. Conclusion Because the rivers in Anytown are major recreational areas, the contamination issue is severe and needs to be addressed immediately. Acme Steel Works should be notified of the contamination and stop production for the duration of the investigation.
Recommendations for Action 1“ Immediately stop production at Acme Steel Works until the investigation is complete a. Have a company meeting and inform the 150 employees of the situation. Be transparent with the information b. Assure the employees that they will be paid during their time off during the investigation, and that no other major changes will be made until the investigation is complete 2“ Reach out to local media a. Hold a press conference alerting the community regarding the newly discovered contamination in the Anywhere river and announcing that the rivers are closed until completion of the investigation i. Have the press release team create a statement that is to be followed by all media contacts ii. The mayor should provide the information to the community first, to show that he cares about the safety and well-being of his city. After he announces the problem and immediate actions, a media contact will handle all other interviews and questions iii. Designate a media contact and spokesperson. Having one person assigned prevents mixed messages and miscommunication to the public b. Provide a press release using the agreed upon statement to local newspapers explaining the steps being taken to correct the contamination issue c. Follow up with the Environmental Protection Agency during the investigation 3“ Close the recreational spots of the rivers until the investigation is complete a. Use signs to explain the situation and warn people of the community about the water. ###
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT Jane Doe Anytown University Public Relations Director (XXX) XXX-XXXX janedoeemail@example.com
GRADUATE STUDENTS CONFIRM CONTAMINATION IN THE ANYWHERE RIVER, ENVIORNMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY NOTIFIED Investigation of the River and the Source of the Contamination Begin ANYTOWN, TX March 31, 2016 – Results from a recent water sample test from the Chemistry Program at Anytown University conclude there is a Hexavalent Chromium contamination in the Anywhere River. Investigations are underway and the Environmental Protection Agency and mayor have been notified. The research team that initially discovered the contamination believes the source of the contamination to be Acme Steel Works, a manufacturing plant located 15 miles upriver from Anytown. The Anytown University chemistry program’s number one concern is safety. They reported the results immediately because prolonged exposure or ingestion of water containing chromium can lead to severe illness, especially in children.
A group of graduate students at Anytown University then tested water samples at seven sampling sites along Anywhere River in an effort to pinpoint the source of possible chromium (VI) contamination, as a part of a local environment project and class activity. The seven sites were chosen to measure any chromium concentration in the river, directly downstream from a potential point source. The possible contamination was initially discovered by Mikel Hix during a routine sample collection on the Anywhere River last month.
About Hexavalent Chromium The compound found in the river, Hexavalent Chromium, is used in textile dyes, wood preservation and as anti-corrosion and conversion coatings. Industrial uses of Hexavalent Chromium compounds include chromate pigments in dyes, paints, inks and plastics; chromates added as anticorrosive agents to paints, primers and other surface coatings; and chromatic acid electroplated onto metal parts to provide a decorative or protective coating. Hexavalent Chromium can be formed when performing “hot work” such as welding on stainless steel or melting chromium metal.
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2nd Place - Print Sports Writing Print Sports Writing: 198
(Daniel Zepeda - Abilene Christian University)
Andre Dawkins scored a season-high 36 points and Chris Douglas-Roberts recorded a triple-double to lead the Texas Legends to a 139-109 win over the Oklahoma City Blue Friday night. The Legends move to 23-26 and gives them a .500 mark at home, 12-12, with a win in their home finale. Dawkins was lights out from the three-point arc as he converted 11 of 17 attempts for 33 of his 36 total points. He scored 12 of the Legends’ opening 16 points, all coming from deep. “I focused on trying to be the best Andre Dawkins I could be,” Dawkins said. “I came out and wanted to get started early and keep it going through the rest of the game.” Dawkins helped Texas jump out to a 30-28 lead at the end of the first quarter. After a back and forth battle through the first 12 minutes, the second quarter would ultimately decide the winner. The Legends used a 27-10 run in the second frame, highlighted by several scores by Douglas-Roberts, to take a 69-50 lead into halftime. “Our last time out, we got a little complacent, which is easy to do when you’re not playing for anything like the playoffs,” Texas assistant coach Walter Pitts said. “Coach (Nick Van Exel) called a timeout and told them ‘these guys just played last night, let’s get some energy out there.’ We wanted to have a strong showing in our last game at home.” Texas continued to hold a big lead for the remainder of the game. Dawkins hit back-to-back three-point buckets to stretch the lead to 23 at 85-62 midway through the third quarter. The Legends put together a 12-4 run to end the quarter and make it 105-74 heading into the fourth. Douglas-Roberts was a big catalyst for Texas, racking up assists to help five other teammates finish in double-digit scoring. He ended the night with 20 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. It’s the ninth straight game Douglas-Roberts has scored over 20 points, while the 11 rebounds and 10 assists are all season-highs. “CDR has been playing really well for us the last four or five games,” Pitts said. “With Tu (Holloway) out, he did a lot more ball handling for us. He got off to a good start and the team fed through him.” For Oklahoma City, they move to 19-31 on the season. The Blue also had six players score in doublefigures, while Janerro Pargo provided a big lift off the bench. Pargo scored 25 points in 26 minutes on 11-20 shooting with a 3-9 mark from three. Dwight Buycks was second on the Blue with 15 points, while Dakari Johnson turned in a double-double of 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Legends’ starting center, Michael Eric, also finished with a 12-point, 11-board double-double. Dawkins went into halftime with 21 points on 6-7 shooting from the three-point arc. Coming into the second half, Dawkins continued to burry shot after shot from deep and began to near the record for most three-pointers in a game. “We’ve been waiting for that to happen since we traded for him,” Pitts said. “We knew he could shoot the basketball and we were hoping that this would come on when we first got him. But it’s starting to come on now and coach Van Exel has done a great job getting him the ball which has allowed him to put up shots.” As a team, the Legends started the game shooting 40 percent from the field. They improved to over 50 percent before halftime and ended the game at a 56 percent clip. From deep, Texas converted 17-29 attempts, compared to Oklahoma City’s 8-20 mark. Turnovers proved to be a significant problem for the Blue. The team committed 21 turnovers which the Legends frequently capitalized on. The turnovers resulted in 11 more shot attempts for Texas and was a key factor in the 30 point differential. The Legends will finish out the season with a trip to their rival Austin Spurs on Saturday night. The Spurs are 29-20 and sit at second place in the Western Conference.
3rd Place - Editorial Cartoon
3rd Place - Print News Writing
(Clarissa Martinez - UT-Rio Grande Valley)
(Jay Jordan - Sam Houston State University)
A 22-year-old Mesquite man is facing domestic violence charges after interrupting the inaugural class for Eastfield College’s Police Academy on Thursday. Jeremie Anderson drove up to the academy as cadets were beginning their day around noon when he began allegedly assaulting them, including his 24-year-old girlfriend Natalie Farmer Gomez. Anderson charged the group shouting about text messages he claimed were sent by one of the cadets to Farmer Gomez, eventually shoving the members in the group and pulling Farmer Gomez’ hair. The cadets subdued Anderson, who Eastfield College police eventually arrested and charged. Sharon Cook, Eastfield College communications coordinator, said Anderson is possibly a former student of the college but never attended the police academy. Farmer Gomez said she noticed indicators that Anderson was violent throughout the six-month period when they were dating but never heeded the warnings of her fellow cadets about his temperament. “I can’t believe he actually (did this),” Farmer Gomez said. “He’s never been this violent.” Cadet Laurence Williams, who helped tackle Anderson to the ground, said Farmer Gomez and the other cadets were joking around and hugging on each other, which Williams believes caused Anderson to become jealous. “We came out, talking noise like we always do,” Williams said. “… Nothing personal, obviously. Natalie said something, and I put my arm around her jokingly, obviously. … Jeremie came up and took it serious.” Farmer Gomez said the experience made her want to be a better police officer upon graduating the academy having gone through a domestic dispute much like those she would be responding to as a cop. “We study a lot about cases like this,” Farmer Gomez said. “I never thought it would actually happen to me. Me going to the academy right now and actually having it (happen to me), it’s different than when you actually go and practice scenarios.” She said she wishes those in relationships would not ignore signs that their partners are violent in order to avoid dangerous situations that can lead to serious injuries or even death. “A lot of people ignore the signs,” Farmer Gomez said. “I ignored the signs a lot. I didn’t think that it was going to get out of hand until this moment right now.” Academy officials cancelled classes for the remainder of the day but said normal classes should resume as planned Friday.
3rd Place - Editorial Writing
(Brandon Sams - Texas State University)
Binaries do not exist, but that’s the exact kind of scenario that has been asserted in a recent University of Kentucky case on racial insensitivity and academic autonomy. According to reports, Andrea Quenette, University of Kentucky communication studies assistant professor, said the n-word in a class discussion on recent protesting. “As a white woman I just never have seen the racism…it’s not like I see ‘Nigger’ spray painted on the walls…,” she said, according to students. As it stands, five graduate students filed complaints against Quenette demanding her termination on the basis of potential violation of the university’s racial discrimination policy. On the other end of the spectrum, Quenette asserts that it was relevant to class discussion and that her academic freedom was being violated. While the exact guidelines of the university’s policy is unclear, what is evident is an educator who lacked decorum and sensitivity training. Being academically liberated does not bestow upon an instructor the leeway to do and say as they please. To even suggest such unbridled power sets a damning precedent. Instructors forgoing objective truths in the name of “academic freedom” is not a scenario conducive with the purposes of collegiate environments. What was done to the students in her class should not happen on any college campus, it is a sign of violent ignorance. Any worthwhile educator should know how to traverse sensitive conversations regarding marginalized and underrepresented communities. While the intent may not have been malicious, the n-word carries a heavy connotation for a number of black Americans. In the buried silos of America’s moral consciousness, the n-word lives – wrenching the hearts and psyches of any black American with long-term generational ties in this country. That word has been the sign of terrorism, oppression, neglect and sanctioned murder for centuries. For many black Americans, that was the last word they heard before a society so entrenched in the depths of white supremacy gleefully shattered their lives and communities. While the professor may be a nice person, when discussing offensive rhetoric and verbal violence, potential kindness is tertiary. Quenette dismissed the apparent emotional harm done to students under the guise of “academic freedom,” as if their demand of redress is somehow antithetical to that phrase. Another example of binary assumptions. In actuality, the actions of the students perfectly align with the black prophetic tradition of old. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” That’s what Martin Luther King Jr. said. From Frederick Douglass to Angela Davis, there is beauty in defiance and power in irreverence. Termination is perhaps too extreme a punishment for her error; however, there needs to be some kind of redress and reprimand to ensure students are not made to feel shunned and silenced. Sensitivity training would go a long way, and as a professor in an institution of higher learning she must understand that there are varied manifestations of violence and they all cause harm. Violence is not relegated to the physical realm, violence can be, and often is, mental and emotional. Educators should be considerate, especially regarding the language they use because it can have adverse effects on students. The University of Kentucky case is neither a question of academic freedom or racial discrimination, this a question of privilege, prerogative and power. And when those three vessels of entitlement intersect, no one truly wins. In contemporary American society people are obsessed with this ideal of dualism, but that leads to nothing but false dilemma fallacies. Black and white assumptions that fail to understand the vast grey areas of nuance. Academic freedom is important, no one is denying that truth, but an educator’s academic freedom ends where violence begins, and despite the old sticks-and-stones adage, words hurt. Bruises fade, but historical and contemporary oppressive pains remain the same.
3rd Place - Spanish News Writing
(Alma Bustamante - Amarillo College)
Oficiales del departamento de policía de Mesquite detuvieron a un hombre con cargos de violencia familiar tras aparecerse en la inauguración de la primera academia de policía de Eastfield College. Jeremie Anderson, ex alumno de Eastfield College, fue arrestado y llevado bajo custodia tras agredir físicamente a su novia, Natalie Farmer Gomez, cadete de la academia, al empezar el entrenamiento. Gomez comento que han tenido discusiones antes pero que nunca ha escalado hasta este nivel. “Nunca ha sido así de violento,” dijo Gomez. Según oficiales, Anderson ha sido arrestado anteriormente con cargos de violencia domestica. Gomez comento que Anderson la atosigaba frecuentemente y era muy celoso con ella. Durante el incidente, Anderson también tubo un altercado con Laurence Williams, cadete y amigo de Gomez. Ella comento que Anderson decía tener celos de Anderson por la amistad que tenian. Norma Martinez, cadete y amiga cercana de Gomez, comento que Gomez le comentaba frecuentemente las discusiones que tenia con Anderson. Llego al punto de que tomaba su teléfono y llamaba a otros cadetes para amenzarlos, dijo Martinez. “Siempre le he dicho a Natalie que se aleje de el porque siempre la esta acosando,” dijo Martinez. Tambien comento que ella ha querido terminar la relación varias veces pero que el no la dejaba. “Yo sabia que en algún momento iba a llegar a esto porque siempre la acosaba y le decía que iba a venir a buscarla si no contestaba,” dijo Martinez. Ella también comento que la academia los prepara para este tipo de eventos. Aunque la academia apenas comienza, los cadetes ya han tenido una dosis de lo que seria su futuro trabajo de policía.
3rd Place - News Photo
3rd Place - Feature Writing
(Sierra Taylor - Texas Woman’s University)
(Bhargav Arimilli - UT-Dallas)
A 17th century blacamore bust of a Moor woman peers out from under an inscribed mirror at a room cluttered with antique chairs, tables, and vases. Marc Lake, the owner of Embree & Lake Antiques, sits with his basset hound Walter in his lap, uploading pictures of furniture onto First Dibs, an eBay-of-sorts designed for antiques. Behind him, a vast warehouse sprawls in every direction. Raised in a family interested in antiques, Lake said he developed an appreciation for antiques because of his grandmother. “My grandmother was an amateur art dealer,” he said. “She and my grandfather would go to the Northeast during the summers and buy all sorts of things and bring them back to sell out of her barn.” After studying interior design at the Art Institute of Dallas, Lake found a job in 1994 working as an assistant for Donald Embree, a respected antiques dealer in the city. Embree, who was trained in interior design at Southern Methodist University, founded his business on Fairmont Street in 1961. He became known as Dallas’ premier dealer in European antiques after he began to regularly travel to England and return with rare antique pieces. In 1984, Embree decided to move his business to its current location on Slocum Street, which became a hub for decorative arts in Dallas. The business was re-named as Embree & Lake and ran under combined leadership until 2011 when Embree passed away, at which point Lake became its sole manager. Lake, who specializes in collecting 18th and 19th century pieces, typically purchases pieces for his showroom in France, Northern Italy, Switzerland, and Belgium. The process of purchasing pieces in a foreign country and selling them to interested clients, he explained, is a complex task. “Interior designers come to me looking for specific pieces for their clients,” he said. “Once they’ve narrowed down pieces that they like, they send a truck to pick up the pieces and they do an ‘installation’ for the clients.” The installation doesn’t necessarily guarantee a sale. The interior designer and client then discuss which pieces stay and which pieces are returned. Finally, the client sends a check to Lake. Reflecting on his twenty-two years working as an antiques collector, Lake noted that his industry had been heavily changed by technological advancements. “When clients want pictures of the pieces, I send them a picture with dimensions and pricing and email it,” Lake said. “Before, I used to take 35 millimeters, develop them, and mail them. It was time consuming and expensive.” In addition, Lake notes that antique furniture is much more environmentally-friendly than modern furniture. “A lot of the new furniture they build now is (using) wood coming out of Indonesian rainforests,” he said, motioning to a 17th century curved table originally from a private chapel in the Lyon region of France. “The wood used in antiques was cut down a long time ago in Europe, so it’s ‘used’ furniture, so to speak – in other words, it’s recycling.” But now, the advent of the Internet has increased competition among dealers. “If someone wants a chair, for example, the client will go online and see fifty of them around the world,” he explained. “What often happens is that there are so many choices that a decision is never made.” For Lake, the modern era represents a new challenge for the antiques industry. Despite this, he remains hopeful. “The world’s gotten a lot smaller and the antiques business is a lot more difficult than it used to be, but it’s good in some ways because I have a broader audience” he said. “There are always going to be winners and losers at the end.”
3rd Place Newspaper Design (Mandy Derfler San Antonio College)
3rd Place - Print Sports Writing
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3rd Place - Radio Advertising
(Elija Evans - Abilene Christian University)
Spot 1 Intro: 2 second music introduction Scene 1 (Female Voice): Are you tired of mixing messy baby formulas by hand? Fed up with spilling formula powder all over? (Crying baby soundtrack layered into Scene 1) Scene 2: You don’t need to worry anymore, because the Baby Brezza Formula Pro does all of that for you. Just fill the top with formula and the side tank with purified water and the Baby Brezza dispenses formula at a touch of a button. Scene 3: The Baby Brezza Formula Pro works with all sizes and brands of bottles and formulas, ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience for you and your child. Scene 4: Purchase the Formula Pro online at www.babybrezza.com or at major retailers like Toys R Us and Bed, Bath and Beyond. Spot 2 Intro: 2 second music introduction Scene 1 (Female Voice): Introducing the Keurig for baby formula, the Baby Brezza Formula Pro. Scene 2: The days of mixing messy powders are over. Now you can use the Baby Brezza to instantly mix and dispense your baby’s formula just by lifting a finger. Scene 3: The Formula Pro mixes purified water and the formula powder in 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 ounce quantities at a touch of button. Not only does this machine work with all kinds and sizes of bottles and formulas, but its’ adjustable drip tray keeps the bottle close to the dispenser to prevent spills. Scene 4: Get yours today at www.babybrezza.com, at Toy R Us or at Bed Bath and Beyond. Product retails for $179.99.
3rd Place - Sports Action Photo
(Blanca Reyes - Richland College)
3rd Place Headline Writing (Courtney Mayo Midland College)
SLUG: EASTFIELD COLLEGE MEDIA EVENT
WRITER: 331
RUNNING TIME:
3rd INTRO Place - Televisioin NewsVO Writing READER VO/SOT VIDEO
PKG LIVE
(Atalia Lara - UT-Rio Grande Valley) MOS Bridge Tag Bumper
AUDIO (VO): DURING THE MEDIA EVENT AT EASTFIELD COLLEGE INVOLVING THE COLLEGE’S NEW POLICE ACADEMY, THE CADETS WERE PUT TO AN UNEXPECTED TEST AS A MAN ATTACKED ONE OF THEIR OWN.
WIDE SHOT OF CADETS ABOUT TO PRACTICE
(VO): AS THE CADETS WERE ABOUT TO PRESENT THEIR DAILY TRANINING SKILLS, JEREMIE ANDERSON, AN ALUMNI FROM EASTFIELD COLLEGE, SHOWS UP IN A YELLOW CHEVY COLORADO PICK UP TRUCK READY TO LAY HANDS ON HIS GIRLFRIEND, CADET NATALIE FARMER GOMEZ. (SOT OF CADET): “WE HEARD A SCREAM AND A YELLOW TRUCK COME UP HE SHOVED MY FRIEND LAWRENCE AND STARTED PULLING NATALIE’S HAIR AND THE REST OF US REACTED AS FAST AS WE COULD.” (VO): POLICE OFFICERS SOON AFTER ARRIVE TO THE SCENE. (SOT OF GIRLFRIEND): “EVERY TIME I WOULDN’T ANSWER MY PHONE, HE WOULD COME HERE TO THE ACADEMY IM STARTING TO GET A LITTLE CREEPED OUT. ESPECIALLY RIGHT NOW I JUST WASN’T EXPECTING THIS AT ALL.” ACCORDING TO MESQUITE POLICE DEPARTMENT, JEREMIE ANDERSON HAD PRIOR ARRESTS AND CHARGES FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.
3rd Place - PR Release Writing
(Anna Gutierrez - UT-Rio Grande Valley)
[Insert Bicycle World Logo Here] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT: Jane Doe Communication Specialist (XXX) XXX-XXXX janedoeemail@example.com
LOCAL BIKE COMPANY TO SPONSOR FREE BICYCLE SAFTEY CLINICS AT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN DALLAS COUNTY
The free clinics will have bicycle safety inspections, bicycle safety lessons and a riding proficiency test. The clinics will be from 10 a.m. to noon on April 1 in Richardson and Dallas. DALLAS, TX March 31, 2016 – Bicycle World is passionate about bicycle culture and wants to promote bicycle safety starting at a young age. Because of the passion of Bicycle World and Darwin Lester, master rider and company president, they are sponsoring free Bicycle Safety clinics for children and their families. The clinics will be held simultaneously from 10 a.m. to noon on April 1 at Happy Hollow Elementary School in Richardson and Miller Elementary School in Dallas. The clinic is open for children ages six to 12 years old. At the clinic, Bicycle World staff members will be available to check each child’s bicycle for safe operation and will provide a checklist with any equipment on the bikes that may need repair. The Bicycle World staff will also talk about the importance of wearing helmets, riding in bike lanes and using proper hand signals.
“We believe bicycle safety is crucial for children,” company president Darwin Lester said. “With just a little guidance, children can learn habits and rules that could save their lives. Those of us in the bicycle business want to ensure that children who use our products do so competently and safely.”
The children will have a chance to put the safety skills they are learning to the test during a riding proficiency obstacle course test. They will be presented with different riding scenarios where their reactions and reaction times will be monitored. Upon completion, the participants will receive feedback, suggestions for improvement and a certificate of accomplishment. Children participating are required to have a helmet and bicycle at the clinic to take the test. “We want them to enjoy bicycling as a sport they can continue into adulthood,” company president Darwin Lester said. “We want to make learning fun. They will have fun at our event.” Due to limited space, those attending the clinic must register. To register for the clinic, call Bicycle World at 5554356 or go online to http://www.fakebikeworld.com/fakeregistration/.
About Bicycle World Bicycle World is a 3-year-old company headquartered in Dallas County that produces bike frames, components, bike helmets, clothing and road guides to bicycle routes in the Dallas area. The company president, Darwin Lester, is a master rider and formed the company to provide quality equipment to bicycle enthusiasts. Bicycle World has two area stores located at 555 Sycamore Parkway in Richardson and 338 U.S. 38 in Dallas. They provide the area’s largest selection and lowest prices. For more information about Bicycle World, go online to http://www. fakebikeworld.com/. XXX
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3rd Place - Critical Review
(Harrison Long - University of North Texas)
Despite a star studded cast and what is sure to be a budget well into the tens of millions, “Whiskey Tango Foxtrot” is sure to leave audiences both underwhelmed and asking the very acronym it spells out — “W.T.F.” just happened? Though having a story rooted in the real accounts of a war reporter strung out over the Afghanistan circuit in the early ‘00s, “Whiskey” ultimately flails in attempting to convey any sort of humanity, life lesson, or even overall theme. We witness a spunky reporter played by Tina Fey — whose performance, it should be noted, was not the problem with this film — decide to give up her pencil-pushing position at a New York news agency and make a daring trek to Afghanistan. Though we do — briefly —witness Fay’s Kim Baker face the trials which plague women in the region, the direction of the story refuses to embrace this subject enough to make any sort of an impact on the viewer. This is a pity too, had the film jumped more towards female empowerment and been less of a historically-questionable account of Bush-era Afghanistan, mixed in with awkwardly-timed comedic relief, it would have undoubtedly had a better chance in achieving some sort of closure by the final credits. Is “Whiskey” a narrative driven tale? Is it an industry-based odyssey based in the not-toodistant past? Is it a comedy? A drama? Potential viewers beware: before your butt hits the seat, it would behoove one to know this is just a fraction of the questions left unanswered over the span of four years depicted on screen. We learn nothing about the war in Afghanistan, far too many characters are introduced for there to be any semblance of characterization on the ones you are supposed to care about, and the dialogue is both dull and unsavory. Though Tina Fey, who both starred and produced the film, is at the center fold, other familiar faces make up the near two-hours of unintelligible mess that is this film: Martin Freeman; Margot Robbie; Billy Bob Thornton; Alfred Molina. In the face of this objectively solid cast, “Whiskey” falls flat within the first half-hour, and despite many of the characters depicted by these award-winning performers being journalists, no story is ever told. No universal truth is ever revealed, and no value conveyed. We watch semi-bored adults dance around in a war-torn room with paint-chipped walls smoke hookah, a few bestiality jokes are made at the expense of Afghan nationals, and a lackluster romance between Fey and Freeman makes up the last 20 or so minutes if one hasn’t already lost interest entirely. Regardless of the fact that the film is based on the actual life and testimony of a female reporter in an unquestionably hostile region, the audience can’t help but feel like they’re tuning into a home video with far too many inside jokes to make it relatable to anyone who wasn’t there. It would also appear that the screenwriter wasn’t there either, or refused to speak with
into a home video with far too many inside jokes to make it relatable to anyone who wasn’t there. It would also appear that the screenwriter wasn’t there either, or refused to speak with anyone who was, as the historical context is built upon what seems to be nothing more than a brief glance at the respective Wikipedia articles on “United States Marine Corps”, “2003 U.S. Invasion of Iraq”, and “journalism”. Overall, “Whiskey” is another classic tale of Hollywood “green-lighting” a project before having done the due diligence owed to the audience. It’s handing a 16-year-old valet the keys to a $35 million vehicle and acting surprised when they crash it into a wall. One and a half stars. !
3rd Place -Feature Photo
(Brigitte Zumaya - Brookhaven College)
3rd Place - 2-Person Photo Essay
(Sean Smith, Logan Smith - Sam Houston State University)
3rd Place - Radio Sports Writing
(Gabriel Myers - Del Mar College)
The Texas Legends defeated the Oklahoma City Blue 139 to 109 Friday Night.
The
Legends were led by shooting guard Andre Dawkinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hot hand as he scored a game high 36 points and had 11 three pointers. Dawkins was hot right from the opening tip tonight and this is what he had to say about it. :10 (The first four went in so at that point I knew it was going to go pretty well. After that I just tried to stay focused and make sure my mechanics were right the whole night.) Chris Douglas Roberts also had a great night for the Legends as he had a triple double; finishing with 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. This was the final home game of the season for the Legends.
They play their
final regular season game tomorrow night against the Austin Spurs.
3rd Place - PR Crisis Management Purpose:
(Alan Stamps - West Texas A&M University) Memo:
This is a memo to Mayor Somebody of Anytown to inform them of a possible chromium (VI) contamination in Anytown River from Acme Steel Works, and a thorough explanation of the situation at hand. Summary: Recently, the leader of an environmental research team discovered a possible chromium (VI) contamination in Anytown River. With your approval, Anytown University sent graduate research students to go attempt to pinpoint the source of this contamination. The students chose seven sampling sites to measure any chromium concertation in the river directly downstream from a potential point source. Fortunately, the students believe they have found evidence that the Acme Steel Works is responsible for this contamination. Problem: - Recently Mikel Hix was doing a routine sample of Anytown River when he discovered an unusually high concentration of hexavalent chromium. - This is particularly worrying due to carcinogenic nature of hexavalent chromium. - Prolonged exposure or ingestion of contaminated water can lead to severe illness, especially in children. - Anytown River is a popular location for boating, swimming, and other recreational activities. - Analysis and Results: - With approval from Mayor Somebody, Anytown University began testing the contamination levels of the river in an attempt to locate the source of the contamination. - The research team began sampling Anytown River to measure the contamination levels in different parts of the river. - The team found unusually high amounts of hexavalent chromium in the river. - Contamination levels of hexavalent chromium pointed to a location fifteen miles upriver as the original source. - Hexavalent chromium is commonly used as a protective, anticorrosive coating on paints, primers, and other surface coatings. - Chromic acid is commonly electroplated onto metal parts to provide a protected coating. - Hexavalent chromium is also found when performing “hot work” such as welding on stainless steel or melting chromium metal. - Conclusion: - Due to the high levels of hexavalent chromium in the river, and the high usage of hexavalent chromium in industrial metal work, it is our conclusion that the Acme Steel Works is responsible for the contamination. Immediate Action: - The EPA has been notified of the situation, and investigations are underway. - Acme Steel Works needs to be notified of the potential contamination, and of their involvement in it. - We will need to work in collaboration with the Acme Steel Works to identify the direct source of contamination. - Working in collaboration with Acme Steel Works and the EPA, we will need to find effective solutions that will not only end the contamination, but ensure that more don’t rise up. - Implement new city ordinances that ensure that other contamination sources (i.e. farm lands, landfills, and/or other industries) don’t cause a recurrence of this issue. - Issue a press release that informs the public of the contamination, the investigation, and the future ordinances. We will need to ensure the public that this kind of thing will not happen again, and that their health and safety is our primary concern.
Press Release: Contact: John Doe Public Relations Director Anytown University (555) 123-4321 j.doe@anytown.edu Anytown University discovers Anytown River contaminated with industrial waste from the Acme Steel Works Anytown- A research team of graduate students from the Anytown University Chemistry Program, has conducted research on Anytown River and concluded that the unusually high levels of hexavalent found in the river originated from the Acme Steel Works. While conducting routine sample collections on the river, Mikel Hix, a member of the Chemistry Program’s research team, discovered an unusually high concentration of chromium. With approval from Mayor Somebody, Anytown University sent out its chemical research team to pinpoint the exact location and nature of the contamination. After collecting samples from seven different contamination sites, Anytown University’s chemical research team was able to identify hexavalent chromium in the river, and the Acme Steel Works as the point source. Hexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen and can lead to severe illness with prolonged exposure or ingestion, especially in children. The EPA has been notified, and is working with the Acme Steel Works and Anytown University’s Chemistry Program on identifying the exact source of the contamination, and the necessary measures to ensure this doesn’t happen again. City officials are working on a new ordinance to ensure that other possible sources of contamination are held in check, so that Anytown River can remain a safe and fun place for recreational fun. As always, it is the health and safety of the citizens of Anytown that is on the forefront of our mind.
3rd Place Print Advertising (Michelle Michimani-Leyvor St. Mary’s University)
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3rd Place - Yearbook Design
(Rachel Mallory - Abilene Christian University)
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3rd Place - Magazine Design
(Nicholas Harp - UT-Tyler)
Tiny Home Living Erin Anderssen Contributing Writer
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2nd Place - Copy Editing
(Kalyn Story - Baylor University)
3rd Place - Copy Editing
(Joyce Jackson - Richland College)
3rd Place - Television Advertising (Jazzelle Ortiz - UT-Rio Grande Valley)
TIP A Texas Intercollegiate Press Association
Central Office located at Texas A&M University-Commerce Box 4104 Commerce, TX 75429 Email: Fred.Stewart@tamuc.edu