Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: UT-Arlington Entry Title: The show can’t go on Entry Credit: Haley Walton Judge Comment: This well-structured and engaging timeline effectively guides the reader through the history of the event. The integration of historical tidbits and archival photos enhances storytelling, making the progression of events clear and engaging. The design seamlessly weaves the timeline with the centerpiece photo illustration and a cohesive color palette, creating a visually appealing and well-balanced layout.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: SMU Entry Title: Jorts! The baggy jeans shorts everyone loves to hate are back -- and more popular than ever. Entry Credit: Maddie Miller, Tami Olujobi Judge Comment: This well-structured infographic effectively presents survey results in a way that is both visually appealing and easy to digest. The use of bold, oversized percentages immediately draws the eye and helps communicate key takeaways at a glance.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Texas State Entry Title: Weed decriminalized up to four ounces in San Marcos but not TXST Entry Credit: Abby Funderburk Judge Comment: This timeline of events related to marijuana decriminalization in San Marcos is both informative and visually creative. Using a cannabis leaf as the structural guide for the timeline is an effective and symbolic design choice, reinforcing the topic while providing a clear, organic flow for the reader to follow.
