麻豆传媒

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These awards acknowledge students involved in extra-curricular activities, including:

• clubs
• societies
• volunteering
• fundraising
• starting a new business
• representing students
• working on campus or beyond.

If you are a winner at any of the , you may be eligible to attend the 麻豆传媒 Awards. You'll then be invited to an event where awards are presented before an audience of students, university staff, graduate recruiters and city leaders. If you are an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Taught award winner, you will also receive formal recognition of your award on your degree transcript.

2026 Winners & Runners Up

Outstanding Contribution to Sport

Winner: Joy Eze (Athletics Club)

A standout student athlete, Joy has achieved exceptional success nationally and internationally while balancing a demanding academic degree. Over the past year, they have earned championship titles, represented Great Britain, and competed at the highest level. Despite injury and illness setbacks, Joy showed remarkable resilience to return with personal bests, placing them among the fastest British athletes of all time. Alongside their sporting achievements, Joy remains dedicated to their studies and is an inspiring role model, demonstrating excellence, determination, and perseverance both on and off the track.

Runner up: Men’s Basketball 1s

 

Outstanding Contribution to Arts, Media & Culture

Winner: Ruby Tiplady 

Ruby has made a transformative impact on student media through their dedication, creativity, and compassion. They have strengthened communication, introduced guidance resources, and created new opportunities for volunteers to develop their skills, building a more confident and collaborative community. Working tirelessly behind the scenes, Ruby has ensured students feel heard and supported by launching feedback systems, mediating concerns, and championing wellbeing. Their leadership has enhanced both the professionalism and inclusivity of student media, creating a strong sense of belonging across the community.

Runner up: Noelia Fernandez Perez (Volleyball Club)

 

Outstanding Global, Intercultural & EDI Contribution

Winner: Dodgeball Club

Dodgeball Club has shown an outstanding commitment to inclusion, community, and belonging. Over the past year, they have created a welcoming environment where students from all backgrounds and experience levels feel supported both on and off the court. Through accessible activities, creative socials, and peer support, Dodgeball Club has fostered a strong sense of connection while celebrating cultural diversity and responding to member feedback. Their collaborations and charitable initiatives have extended their impact beyond the club, making them a powerful example of how student sport can drive inclusivity and positive change.

Runner up: NUMed Social Club

 

Outstanding Contribution to the Student Voice

Winner: Lan Yuen Qi

Lan has demonstrated exceptional dedication to leadership, education, research, and community outreach throughout their time at university. Alongside strong academic achievement, they have organised workshops, academic events, and peer-learning opportunities supporting students across multiple year groups. Lan’s contributions to research, sustainability initiatives, and community health programmes highlight their commitment to wider impact. Through mentoring and teaching, Lan has created supportive environments that build confidence and engagement. Balancing academic excellence with service and compassion, Lan has made a lasting impact on both the student community and beyond.

Runner up: Honey Humphries

 

Outstanding Contribution to the Workplace  

Winner: Aimee Wager

Aimee has made an outstanding impact through their dedication, initiative, and community focus during their placement with Building Self Belief. They supported a wide range of youth initiatives, often going beyond their role, and represented the charity with professionalism while developing new ideas. Aimee’s work included organising a charity football match raising over £4,000, earning recognition at the 2025 North East Charity Awards. They also strengthened the organisation by recruiting over 20 student volunteers. Aimee’s commitment and compassion have made a lasting difference to both the charity and the young people it supports.

Runner up: Michael Jeffrey

 

Outstanding Civic and Social Contribution    

Winner: SciFair 

SciFair is a student-led outreach project that has inspired over 120 young people from underrepresented backgrounds to engage with science and see higher education as achievable. Supported by nearly 40 volunteers, they delivered interactive workshops, campus tours, and hands-on experiments for students from seven schools, making STEM accessible and inclusive. Their impact is clear in the enthusiasm and confidence they sparked, with students left inspired long after the event. Through creativity, compassion, and community spirit, SciFair has demonstrated the powerful impact of student volunteering and outreach.

Runners up: Beth Kellaway and Cory Gourley

 

Outstanding Contribution to Innovation, sponsored by the Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy

Winner: Will Tyson (StuBrew)

Will has driven innovation and growth within StuBrew, securing partnerships with breweries and major venues including Wetherspoons, and expanding the society’s reach across the UK. Through Will's leadership, StuBrew has established itself as a rising name in the brewing scene. Alongside this, Will has worked tirelessly behind the scenes—managing stock, sales, ordering, and design, often putting in long hours at events—all while completing a Master’s degree. Will's dedication and vision have made a lasting impact on the society and its success.

Runner up: Thomas Farrell

 

Vice Chancellor's Excellence Award

Lily Allan

Lily has gone above and beyond the role of Wellbeing and Communities Officer, delivering meaningful national change in tackling violence against women and girls. Lily co-created a petition to recognise misogyny as a hate crime, gaining over 100,000 signatures and prompting parliamentary debate and legislative change. Alongside this, Lily has worked with local authorities, police, and national partners, led campaigns, and spoken at key events to drive awareness and action. Lily's determination, leadership, and impact have not only transformed the university community but have influenced change across the UK.

 

2026 Shortlist

Congratulations to all students who made it into this year's shortlist. View the students who were nominated below.