As our jurors write to the accomplishments of the artists represented in this yearÕs exhibition, we would like to acknowledge the impacts this, and how this newly re-named exhibition might impact students of ceramic art in higher education in this and subsequent years. Formerly, the National Student Juried Exhibition (NSJE), NCECAÕs Board of Directors determined to open this yearÕs exhibition to students enrolled in higher education programs throughout North America. Our conference travels around the country as we attempt to create real connections with new people with similar interests. The love of ceramics doesnÕt just exist on a regional or national scale, it is the fundamental unifier that brings us all, as artists, together. So why would we contain ourselves to only U.S. based students when there is literally an entire world of student makers? ...