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MSUM students take home ADDY awards 

MSUM students take home ADDY awards 

MSUM graphic design and film students were recognized at the 2023 North Dakota American Advertising Federation’s (AAF-ND) Awards show on Feb. 24, 2023. Seven students received Gold or Silver ADDY awards on account of their hard work and creativity in their projects. 
 
The ADDY awards are a competitive showcase that recognizes the latest creative projects for advertisements made at student and professional levels. Projects are recognized regionally as well as nationally. 
 
From interactive websites to video games to animated videos, MSUM students displayed wide ranges of talent.  
 
Christopher Cantin – Graphic Communications Major 

Silver – Cross-Platform, Integrated Brand Identity Campaign 

Crisis Mentality 3D Game 

Silver – Elements of Advertising, Digital Creative Technology

Crisis Mentality 3D Game


 
Jamie Hennessey – Graphic & Interactive Design Major 

Gold – Online/Interactive, Website 

Nuggo 
 
 
Kate MacGregor – Graphic Design Major 

Silver – Cross-Platform, Integrated Brand Identity Campaign 

Sprouts – An Online Plant Store 
 
 
MaryJo Nelson – Film Production, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Majors 

Silver – Elements of Advertising, Animation or Special Effects 

MSUM Holiday Animation 
 
 
Jacob Nubern – Film Production Major 

Silver – Elements of Advertising, Animation or Special Effects 

MSUM Holiday Animation 
 
 
Elias Pribbenow – Graphic Communications Major 

Silver – Cross-Platform, Integrated Brand Identity Campaign 

Camp Finder 
 
 
Jordyn Zavesky – Graphic & Interactive Design Major 

Gold – Online/Interactive, Website 

Honey’s Orchard 
 
 
“It was exciting to show my website to professionals,” says GID student Jamie Henessey. “It makes me proud of the work I’ve done.” 
 

The ADDY awards help students push themselves creatively and think outside the box when it comes to their work both inside and outside the classroom.