The Communications and Marketing Commission is accepting submissions from college marketing and communications professionals for work produced between August 1, 2024, and July 31, 2025 for the Awards of Excellence.
Why Enter?
The work you’re doing at your colleges is vital to advancing your institution’s mission. The AFC Awards of Excellence provides an opportunity to see what your peers across Florida are creating and learn from innovative approaches to college communications. By sharing your work, you contribute to the knowledge base that helps all Florida colleges better serve their students and communities.
📅 Key Dates You Need to Know
- Submissions Open: Monday, September 15, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ET
- Final Deadline: Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET
- Submit Here: https://tinyurl.com/AFCAOE2025
What Can You Enter?
Your eligible work must have been produced between August 1, 2024, and July 31, 2025. The competition features six diverse divisions:
📰 Division A: Print – Annual reports, brochures, newsletters, advertisements, and more
🪧 Division B: Signage – Indoor/outdoor signage, posters, displays
🎥 Division C: Video/Photography – Photography, videos, video campaigns
📱 Division D: Social Media – Both paid and organic campaigns
💻 Division E: Miscellaneous – Digital advertising, websites, redesigns, promotional items
🌟 Division F: Exemplary Practice – The big one! A comprehensive campaign showcase with a $500 prize and presentation opportunity at the Success Summit in Orlando.
What Judges Look For
Your work will be evaluated by AFC peers and industry experts on four key criteria:
- Creativity – Did you think outside the box?
- Originality – Is this fresh and innovative?
- Relevance – Does it fit the category perfectly?
- Effectiveness – Did it achieve real results?
Full judging criteria available here.
Ready to Submit?
Start your submission: https://tinyurl.com/AFCAOE2025
Questions?
- Eleazar Asencio, Chair, AFC Communications and Marketing Commission: [email protected]
- Kayley Cox, AFC Director of Experiences: [email protected]
