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Congresswoman De La Cruz Announces Winners of 2025 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON,
May 8, 2025
Congresswoman De La Cruz (TX-15) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Texas's 15th District, Alina Ozuna from Edinburg North High School. Alina's piece, "In America, We Believe," was selected from among 55 entries submitted by talented young high school artists across her district.
As the district winner, Alina's piece will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol alongside winning artwork from other districts across the country. "I am thrilled to congratulate Alina on this incredible achievement. Her work beautifully captures the ideas of the American Dream, and it will be an inspiring addition to the halls of the nation's Capitol for all to enjoy. I am proud of all the students who participated, and I hope you all continue to share your passion for creativity." - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Congresswoman De La Cruz honored Briana Olvera from Edinburg High School with second place for her piece, "I Thank the Women in My Life for Giving Me a Choice," and Cassandra Pedraza from Edinburg North High School with third place for her piece, "Hard Work, Tender Care".
"In America, We Believe" by Alina OzunaBackground: Every spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and each Congressional District. Since the competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. This year's competition was judged by a panel of local educators from UTRGV's School of Art and Design, including Director Ed Pogue and Art Instructors Rosie Kane and Ashley Gonzalez. For more information about the annual art competition, please visit our website here. |
