UNC Asheville has been recognized with multiple honors in the  Best of District III Awards, celebrating excellence across communications, marketing, and advancement initiatives.

UNC Asheville’s five award-winning entries span a range of disciplines—from crisis communication and digital marketing to multimedia storytelling and enrollment strategy—demonstrating the University’s integrated approach to advancing its mission and reinforcing its brand identity.

2025 Winning Entries Include:

“These awards underscore the strategic and creative excellence of our Communications & Marketing team,” said , Chief Communications & Marketing Officer at ���ϲ����� Asheville, “and reflect a deep commitment to innovation, collaboration, and resiliency — qualities that define our institution. I could not be prouder of our team.”

Presented annually, the CASE District III Awards celebrate the best work in higher-education advancement across the Southeastern United States. The winning projects from UNC Asheville demonstrate excellence in creative marketing, digital storytelling, and crisis communication, as well as innovation in student engagement initiatives.