Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Del Mar College Entry Title: Free speech remains essential Entry Credit: Andrew Perales Judge Comment: The criteria in this category isn't just creativity. It's also "clear expression of an idea or viewpoint," which is often harder. But both are achieved here.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Tarrant County College Entry Title: Veterans Entry Credit: TJ Favela Judge Comment: At first glance, this is too busy, with too much distracting from its central image. But it just works, conveying a disturbing message.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Lamar University Entry Title: Opinionated arts Entry Credit: Jenna Garrison Judge Comment: Sometimes simplicity is best. This is a direct critique that's powerful because it's straighforward.