2025 Winner – Sarah Decker

This year‘s deserving Award recipient is Sarah Decker. Sarah is a senior pursuing a BA degree in studio arts. She works in many mediums, such as painting, weaving, and textiles. Her Appalachian roots influence the themes that she expresses. After graduation, she...
2020 Winner – Kennedi Horn

2020 Winner – Kennedi Horn

The winner of the Betty and Clay Smith Award for 2020 is Kennedi Horn. Kennedi was selected by Jo-Marie Karst, University of North Georgia Lecturer in the Textiles Department. Jo-Marie writes: When presented with the responsibility of choosing the best student I...
2021 Winner – Angela Rhilinger

2021 Winner – Angela Rhilinger

The winner of the Betty and Clay Smith Award for 2021 is Angela Rhilinger. Angela Rhilinger was a fourth-year student at the University of North Georgia majoring in English Literature. Currently a Studio Art minor, Angela plans to apply for a second major in Studio...