The SPANC (Student Publication Association National Awards and Conference) took place in Bristol on Saturday 13 April. During the event, trophies were awarded to outstanding student newspapers, magazines, and journalists in the UK and ROI for their innovative and impactful work over the past year.
We are delighted to see that a number of our students were recognised and awarded for their submissions. Congratulations to everyone who took part in the submission process and for your incredible achievements.
Our students were awarded and recognised for the following awards:
Winner: Best Specialist Publication - Strand Magazine
Awarded to the best specialist student publication, for example an arts and culture magazine, political periodical, academic journal or any other publication with a specific niche.
Winner: Best Overall Digital Media - Roar News
Awarded to the student media outlet in the UK and ROI which has produced the best digital content over the last year.
Winner: Billy Dowling-Reid Award for Outstanding Commitment - Fintan Hogan, Roar News
Awarded to the member of British and Irish student media who has demonstrated dedication above all of their peers.
Winner: Best Investigation - Daisy Eastlake & Diana Rajabalinia, Roar News, for 'KCL Tories Event Features Fascist Armband And Far-Right Language'
A new award for 2024, given to the authors of the article who uncovered the most important story.
Highly Commended: Best Project or Initiative - Roar News App
Awarded to the outlet which comes up with the best new idea on how to produce innovative new content during that year.
Special Mention: Best Student Photographer - Emma Carmichael, Roar News
Awarded to the student photographer who has shown an incredible quality and range of content.