First Place
Tom Tian
Chicago Maroon, Univ. of Chicago, Chicago, Ill.

Judge's comments: Use of imagery and skilled artistry combine well. Fantastic art and good writing make for a high-impact cartoon.

Second Place
Arthur Ball
Connector, Savannah College of Art and Design-Atlanta, Atlanta, Ga.

Judge's comments: Clever turn of phrase and bold graphic design. Excellent parody.

Third Place
Alex J. Albright
The Current, Carthage College, Kenosha, Wis.

Judge's comments: Clear and pointed graphic effectively deliver. Excellent art, clear and powerful message.

Honorable Mention
Brandon Coley
News Argus, Winston-Salem State Univ., Winston-Salem, N.C.

Judge's comments: Good composition and a talent for caricature. Dynamic art, making good use of color.

Honorable Mention
Anthony Salinas
The Pan American, Univ. of Texas Pan American, Edinburg, Texas

Judge's comments: Well-done, entertaining lampoon. Humorous art style, well-executed gag.

First Place
Vince Medellin
The Campus Ledger, Johnson County CC, Overland Park, Kan.

Judge's comments: Professional-looking cartoon with good pacing and sophisticated mix of dialogue and visual storytelling. Exciting storyline paired with high-quality art. Excellent use of camera angles and color.

Second Place
Cody Richeson
The Et Cetera, Eastfield College, Mesquite, Texas

Judge's comments: Goofy sensibility that matches heavy lines of the drawing style. Unique drawing style with indie feel. Smart writing with good punch lines.

Third Place
Adam McFetridge
Indiana Daily Student, Indiana Univ., Bloomington, Ind.

Judge's comments: Dry wit that's not overstated. Economical punch lines, humorous art.

Honorable Mention
Caleb Zweifler
The Eastern Echo, Eastern Michigan Univ., Ypsilanti, Mich.

Judge's comments: Fun and funny. Excellent, irreverent humor. Clever use of simple art.

Honorable Mention
Vince Medellin
The Campus Ledger, Johnson County CC, Overland Park, Kan.

Judge's comments: A talented artist. Excellent, engaging art.

Honorable Mention
Virginia Greene
Collegiate Times, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Judge's comments: Empathetic and entertaining riffs on -- what else? -- college life. Relatable situations with likable characters. Solid art, and engaging writing.