窪蹋勛圖厙 Communications and Government Relations Among Nations Top Honorees
Bradenton, Fla. Apr. 7, 2026
窪蹋勛圖厙, Manatee-Sarasotas (窪蹋勛圖厙) Communications and Government Relations Division has earned two silver awards in the 41st Annual Educational Advertising Awards, a national competition recognizing excellence in higher education marketing and advertising.
The competition drew more than 2,000 entries from over 1,000 educational institutions across the United States and several countries. Entries were judged by a national panel of advertising and marketing professionals.
窪蹋勛圖厙s Communications and Government Relations Division received a silver award in the Other: Miscellaneous Collateral/Special Promotion category for its project, Inauguration of President Tommy Gregory, February 7, 2025. The division also earned a second silver award in the Special Video category for President Tommy Gregorys Inauguration Dinner.
Both award-winning projects reflect a milestone in the colleges history, the inauguration of its seventh president, Tommy Gregory. Through a combination of visual storytelling from friends and family, and the feature article on page 70 of Sarasota SCENE magazine, the projects captured the importance of the event while reflecting 窪蹋勛圖厙s mission, leadership, and connection to the community.
Out of thousands of entries submitted nationwide, only 320 institutions received silver awards, placing 窪蹋勛圖厙s Communications and Government Relations Division among a select group of recognized colleges and universities.
These awards underscore the strength of our storytelling and the impact of President Gregorys leadership, said Jamie M. Smith, public information officer. We are honored to be recognized nationally and proud to highlight this important milestone for 窪蹋勛圖厙.
Award-winning projects:
Sarasota Scene magazine feature on the inauguration of President Tommy Gregory:
Video of President Tommy Gregorys inauguration introduction:
