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Delta State University wins big at 2024 CPRAM Awards

Cleveland, MS (06/10/2025) — Contact: Christy Riddle FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Delta State University wins big at 2024 CPRAM Awards

CLEVELAND, Miss. - Delta State University's Communications and Marketing team brought home top honors at the 2024 College Public Relations Association of Mississippi (CPRAM) Awards, earning seven distinctions for outstanding work in higher education marketing and communications.

The awards were presented during CPRAM's annual conference held at Mississippi State University in May, where institutions across Mississippi-both two-year and four-year colleges and universities-compete for recognition of excellence in public relations, marketing, and creative content. Delta State competes in the four-year category, placing the University alongside Mississippi's largest institutions.

"I'm thrilled to share that our team won seven CPRAM awards this year," said Dr. Christy Riddle, Chief Marketing Officer at DSU. "This recognition reflects the incredible creativity, talent, and dedication our team pours into telling Delta State's story in compelling and engaging ways. I couldn't be prouder."

Delta State's 2024 CPRAM Awards include:

1st Place - Student Life Photo: DSU Welcomes Hayes CooperPhotographer: Campbell Saia

1st Place - Viewbook/Admissions and Recruitment Piece: Viewbook 2024Contributors: Holly Ray and Campbell Saia

1st Place - Sports Photograph: Post Game CelebrationPhotographer: Campbell Saia

3rd Place - Sports Photograph: Football Season TeaserPhotographer: Campbell Saia

2nd Place - News Story: World Record Okra Plant Gets Late Game AssistWriters: Nathan Duff, Christy Riddle, and the Fighting Okra

1st Place - Wildcard Mixed Media: Legend of the GhOskraCreator: Gabby Hays

3rd Place - Digital Advertisements: It's Not Too LateContributors: Holly Ray and Campbell Saia

Each project showcases the department's collaborative spirit and its commitment to amplifying the unique identity of Delta State-from captivating admissions pieces and sports photography to creative digital storytelling and legendary campus lore.

"These honors not only validate our strategic efforts but also highlight the power of authentic storytelling in higher education," said Riddle. "We're excited to keep building on this momentum."

To learn more about CPRAM and the annual awards program, visit www.cpram.online.

Cutline: DSU Communications and Marketing staff, along with the Fighting Okra, won multiple awards at this year's CPRAM awards. (L to R, front) Holly Ray, Campbell Saia, Dr. Christy Riddle, (back) Nathan Duff, the Fighting Okra, Gabby Hays.

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About Delta State University: Delta State University is a four-year public institution whose nearly 2,700 students come from most U.S. states and more than 45 countries. Acknowledging its beginning as a teacher's college, the University sustains excellence in teacher education while continuing to expand offerings in traditional as well as unique fields of study. Programs such as those available through the Delta Music Institute, the Commercial Aviation Department, and the Center for Interdisciplinary Geospatial Information highlight the University's commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the students it serves with world-leading, industry-acclaimed programs. Situated in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, Delta State offers top-notch academic programs in business, arts, sciences, nursing, education, and more. DSU Athletics has won 14 national championships, 70 conference championships, and 37 regional titles.

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DSU Communications and Marketing staff, along with the Fighting Okra, won multiple awards at this year's CPRAM awards. (L to R, front) Holly Ray, Campbell Saia, Dr. Christy Riddle, (back) Nathan Duff, the Fighting Okra, Gabby Hays.

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