Three Graphic Design Students Win Big in Dallas!

The Dallas chapter of the American Advertising Awards (ADDYs), held their award event and three Baylor Art Graphic Design Students were honored, including the coveted Best of Show award! This recognition, in one of the nation’s most competitive and creative markets, is a tremendous achievement. In a field traditionally dominated by powerhouse universities such as Southern Methodist University (SMU), University of North Texas (UNT), Texas A&M University—Commerce, and University of Texas—Arlington (UTA), this milestone is an inspiring testament to our students’ skills and relentless drive—a common characteristic in Baylor students. Their work exceeded all expectations, shining a spotlight on the extraordinary talent emerging from our program and amplifying our presence in the competitive Dallas market.

Student design competitions are a powerful and effective way to showcase student work, highlight course outcomes, and elevate a design program’s reputation. Design competitions are a common and respected practice in the advertising and graphic design industry. More importantly, they validate students’ efforts, build confidence, foster a sense of pride and community, and build a great rapport. Graphic Design Professor Genaro Solis Rivero “In six years of teaching graphic design in higher education and twenty-five years of practice, I can attest that design competitions are a reality check that change students’ lives forever in a positive, magical way”.

2026 Dallas ADDY's Winners:

LILY ASHER

The Cost of Bleeding Campaign
Gold Award, and
Best of Show Award

CJ KALTWASSER

Buckridge Casino Logo
Honorable Mention

Royal Maple Matches Logo
Honorable Mention

Outdoor Element Logo
Silver Award

ELLA SPARKS

Social Media Campaign (MAMA)
Silver Award

Click to Enlarge and Scroll Through Award Winning Work

More about the Award Organization

American Advertising Awards

AAF Dallas membership is comprised of more than 1000+ career-minded professionals interested in supporting the Dallas advertising community with industry knowledge and influential relationships. Our membership is employed primarily in the advertising and marketing industry in Dallas and includes CEOs, business owners, VPs, directors, managers, creative directors, account managers, media directors, agency professionals, production professionals, educators, and media sales (publishing, broadcast, radio, online).

American Advertising Federation.

Established in 1905, the American Advertising Federation (AAF) is the only organization that includes members across all disciplines and career levels in advertising. Headquartered in Washington, DC, we are the ‘Unifying Voice for Advertising’. The AAF has more than 150 local chapters across the U.S. representing nearly 35,000 advertising professionals, connecting and leading the industry.
Silver Award.