The 2016 Knoxville Addy Awards Gala took place on Feb. 27 at The Crowne Plaza – Downtown Knoxville. The competition showcased the creative work of advertising agencies, community members, and students.

School of Advertising and Public Relations student winners included:

• Bronze Citation of Excellence in Magazine Category: Amber Wilson 
• Bronze Citation of Excellence in Newspaper Category: Amber Wilson
• Bronze Citation of Excellence in Magazine Category: Amber Wilson, Courtney French, and Allie Rich 
• Bronze Citation of Excellence in TV Advertising Category: Amber Wilson, Courtney French, and Allie Rich 
• Bronze Citation of Excellence for logo design- UTK Ad Club 2015- 2016