The university’s communications efforts in 2023 were recognized for excellence by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education, a global association of 97,000 professionals, including top-level decision-makers in higher education.
Elon University recently received two CASE Circle of Excellence Awards for communications projects that highlighted innovation at the university and helped recruit prospective students.
The winning entries from the Office of University Communications were among a pool of more than 4,200 entries submitted by 600 institutions in 28 countries. Bronze, Silver, Gold and Grand Gold recognitions were awarded in 93 categories by CASE, the Council of Advancement and Support for Education, a global association of 97,000 professionals, including top-level decision-makers in advancement—alumni relations, communications, development, fundraising, marketing, and advancement services—at more than 3,100 institutions.
“Our communications and marketing team members are thrilled to be recognized for their outstanding work on behalf of Elon University,” said Vice President for Communications and Marketing Michael Haskins. “We’re proud to be able to effectively showcase the exceptional faculty, staff, students, alumni and programs that make Elon the national leader in undergraduate education.”
Elon received the Silver Circle of Excellence award in the category of Publications: President’s Reports & Annual Reports for Elon’s 2022 President’s Report, which published as a print edition and online in early 2023. Titled “The Innovators,” the report highlighted the culture at Elon that fosters creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving. The report included feature articles on students, faculty and staff and lifted up the goals of Boldly Elon, the university’s 10-year strategic plan.
What the judges said:
“Excellent use of portraiture and clean yet compelling design make the piece stand out. The stories are very well written and convey a sense of excellence and innovation. The mix of longer and shorter pieces was well-thought out. An excellent president’s report.”
Key contributors to the 2022 President’s Report included Holley Berry, Garry Graham, Alexa Milan and Keren Rivas.
Elon received the Bronze Circle of Excellence Award in the category of Publications: Student Recruitment series or package for its 2023 package of materials for prospective students. Included in the series of publications was a viewbook; six school and program brochures; a traditions booklet; a “Live Eat Do” overview of housing, dining, and activities; and a portfolio of other printed and digital materials designed to encourage students to apply and enroll at Elon.
What the judges said:
“We enjoyed the viewbook’s horizontal orientation, effective use of half pages, creative folds, and unique icons. Additionally, great metrics and use of resources.”
Key contributors to the 2023 Student Recruitment Package included Holley Berry, Garry Graham and Roselee Papandrea Taylor.