The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) has recognized Explore magazine with a Grand Award in its annual District III Awards Competition for institutions in the Southeast.

``The award, which is given to only one entry, reflects the quality of your efforts for the University of Florida and recognizes a high level of distinction among many outstanding entries in this year's competition,'' said Maridith Walker Geuder, associate director of university relations at Mississippi State University and the CASE District III magazines judging chair.