Student Work

Rachel Dempsey standing next to examples of their work.

Rachel Dempsey
Third Year (Graphic Design)

"Ugh! My Tummy Hurts Again" is a project aimed at raising awareness about Celiac Disease by offering a firsthand look into what it’s like to live with the condition. Diagnosed with Celiac Disease in my early twenties, I found the transition to a gluten-free lifestyle both overwhelming and complex. It’s not just about avoiding gluten in food, but also in medications, everyday products like craft supplies, toys such as Play-Doh, and, most crucially, preventing cross-contamination. Through this immersive experience, I hope to shed light on the daily realities of living with this condition. The project won a Gold ADDY Award at the 2023 National American Advertising Awards (ADDY).

UGH! My Tummy Hurts Again
Digital (cover), 2023

UGH! My Tummy Hurts Again
Digital (interior spread), 2023

Dawson Adams
Third Year (Studio Art)

This series of heads are cast concrete that I polish, paint, and sometimes engrave. I pay attention to both surface and form.

A concrete and acrylic head by Dawson Adams.

head 6
acrylic on concrete, 13x14x10 inches, 2023

head 18 & head 19
acrylic on concrete, 14"x9.5"x13"(x2), 2024

head
acrylic on concrete, 14"x9.5"x13"(x2), 2024

Watch Dawson's Story

Learn more about Studio Art major Dawson Adams’ unique sculptural practice and how UNL has provided opportunities to exhibit, sell and refine his art.