School of Art and Design at Huanghuai University is celebrating the outstanding performance of its students at the 15th “Blue Bridge Cup” National Software and Information Technology Professional Talent Competition - National Visual Arts Design Finals. The official list of winners reveals impressive results for the 25 participating students, who secured a commendable five national awards, including one first prize, three second prizes, and one third prize across the categories of Graphic Design (Open Topic), UI Design, and Environmental Art Design.

This year’s “Blue Bridge Cup” competition attracted over 230,000 participants, with nearly 20,000 provincial first-prize winners advancing to the national finals. This prestigious competition, now in its 15th year, has been featured on the “List of Disciplinary Competitions for College Students” by the China Association of Higher Education for five consecutive years, solidifying its position as a leading platform for driving educational reform and fostering innovation within higher education. The competition’s success is rooted in its comprehensive talent development system, rigorous and impartial selection process, and proven track record of identifying exceptional individuals.

In recent years, the School of Art and Design at Huanghuai University has strategically integrated “competition-driven initiatives” into its talent development strategy, using them as a catalyst for curriculum enhancement and pedagogical innovation. Guided by the principle of fostering both moral character and professional expertise, the School prioritizes the holistic development of its students, emphasizing practical skills and hands-on experience. By integrating competitions into its educational framework – using them to stimulate learning, enhance teaching, drive reform, and promote development – the School has significantly bolstered its core competencies and elevated the quality of its educational offerings. The recent success at the “Blue Bridge Cup” competition is a testament to the effectiveness of the School’s approach in cultivating innovative and application-oriented talent. This achievement lays a solid foundation for students’ future career development.

(Written by: Liu Fangfei, Reviewed by: Dong Qingtao)