FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007
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Dave Wellman, Director of
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South Point freshman wins first Commemorative Plate Design Contest
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Andy Burgess, a Marshall University freshman from South Point, Ohio, is the winner of the first Commemorative Plate Design Contest sponsored by MU President and Mrs. Stephen J. Kopp.
The contest is the second in a series of student design competitions begun this year by President and Mrs. Kopp. The other, a Holiday Card Design Contest, was won by Julia Urban of Chesapeake, Ohio.
Burgess, who is majoring in graphic design, won $700 for his plate design. Second-place Jason Philabaun won $400 and third-place Miriah Dolen won $150.
Burgess’ plate design is divided into six sections – three on the top and three on the bottom. He said he used basic line drawings to illustrate Marshall’s progression through the years.
“I just wanted to incorporate Marshall’s start with what it is today,” Burgess said. He said he used computer programs to create his final design.
“I was really surprised, I really didn’t expect to win,” he said. “It was a good feeling. I think it’s a great competition. It’s really a good opportunity for anyone, but mainly for the people in the art department.”
Burgess may be reached by calling (740) 894-5049 or via e-mail at silvusvalentine@hotmail.com.
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