CAM Magazine Brings Home AMA Houston Crystal Award

CAM Magazine Brings Home AMA Houston Crystal Award
June 1, 2023
CAM Media Contact: marketing@shsu.edu

The College of Arts & Media (CAM) at 91做厙 was named a winner at the 2023 American Marketing Association (AMA) Houston Crystal Awards Gala, a commendable achievement for their annual .

The AMA Houston Crystal Awards is the largest marketing event in the Houston area. The peer-reviewed, results-based awards honor the best and brightest marketing professionals from almost every industry. CAM was recognized in the advertising category and magazine subcategory.

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CAM Marketing & Communications team members (from left) Ashley Defrancis, Weslie Gray, and Jackie Swan with the Crystal Award for CAM Magazine.

For the past four years, the publication has served as a channel of visibility for the college by celebrating the work of CAM students, faculty, staff, and alums. In addition to showcasing the college's achievements, productions, and contributions to the community, the state, and beyond,  is an invaluable tool for promoting CAM's mission and vision and elevating its reputation as a leading educational institution.

Each issue is curated and designed by the CAM Marketing & Communications Team and also includes articles by CAM’s contributing writer and editor, Julia May.

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The CAM Marketing & Communications Team, including the student interns who contributed to the award-winning fourth edition of CAM Magazine. From left: Jackie Swan, Kira Wygle (back), Nifemi Bola, Parker Marley, Weslie Gray, Angi Sosa (back), Lisa Sevilla, Steven Romero, and Ashley Defrancis.

 is available in both print and  formats.

Weslie Gray, director of Strategic Initiatives & Operations and leader of the CAM Marketing & Communications Team, is excited to share this achievement and looks forward to what’s in store for the next edition. “I’m extremely proud of the creative team,” she said. “Receiving this award celebrates the hard work, dedication, and countless hours of effort that we poured into every issue. It's a testament to the passion and creativity of our college.  would not be possible without the creative, active, and meaningful CAM community.”

For inquiries about  or to request a print copy, contact marketing@shsu.edu.