UNION AWARDS
The Brighton Students' Union Awards 2023 nominations have been officially announced, highlighting the exceptional individuals who are making a difference in university life. This student-led initiative honours the commitment and accomplishments of both students and staff, highlighting their significant contributions to the academic and social landscape of the university.
The Brighton Students' Union Awards are designed to celebrate the remarkable people and practices that genuinely enhance the quality of student life at the University of Brighton. By recognising and championing these outstanding contributions, the awards aim to inspire a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration within the university community.
INSPIRATIONAL AND MOTIVATIONAL TEACHING AWARD
This award is given to the academic staff member that has delivered inspiring and motivational teaching throughout the academic year. They may have used innovative digital learning techniques, offered students outstanding support, or helped to create an excellent student experience this academic year.
The nominees are:
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Kate Hunter – School of Business & Law
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Clare Morfoot – School of Sport & Health Sciences
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Libby Rodriguez Burgos – School of Sport & Health Sciences
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Vanessa Marr – School of Art & Media
OUTSTANDING SUPPORT AWARD
This award is given to a university staff member that has provided outstanding support to students this year. They may have given a student excellent welfare advice, supported extracurricular activities or supported them with careers or employability skills.
The nominees are:
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Dr Khuong An Nguyen - School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering
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Stuart Bullen – SSGT, School of Business & Law
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Stuart Tipping – SSGT, School of Architecture Technology & Engineering
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Janis Darvill Mills - School of Humanities and Social Sciences
HIGH QUALITY ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK AWARD
This award is given to the academic staff member that has delivered a high-quality assessment or given excellent feedback. The winner will have helped to develop students’ personal and professional development through assessment and feedback.
The nominees are:
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Sabine Phillips
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Tim Wharton
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Dr Jacqueline Elsom
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Ryan Woodard
EXCELLENCE IN COLLABORATION AND PARTNERSHIP WITH STUDENTS' AWARD
This award recognises the individual or staff team within the University that has worked collaboratively with students. They may have created new collaborative projects with students within a course or school or they may be professional service staff that have worked in partnership with students to improve the student experience.
The nominees are:
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
This award recognises the individual that has gone above and beyond whilst volunteering on Students’ Union projects. Whether they are helping to deliver our welfare projects or working to improve our clubs and societies, this student has shown a passion for improving the student community.
The nominees are:
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Melanie Rodrigues
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Rohan Thomas
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Sinclair Kalungi
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Eddy Adriano
NEW SOCIETY OF THE YEAR
This award is to recognise a start-up society who has excelled within their first year through events and/or activities and engaging with Brighton Students' Union, the Accreditation Scheme, and the wider University.
The nominees are:
SOCIETY FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR
This award is to recognise a Society or grad show collective who has demonstrated the most creative and innovative ways to fundraise for themselves or a nominated charity.
The nominees are:
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Bangladeshi Society
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BioSoc
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ISOC
SOCIETY OF THE YEAR
This award is to recognise a society who has gone above and beyond to create a positive community for their members by running successful events and/or activities and engaging with Brighton Students' Union, the Accreditation Scheme, and the wider university.
The nominees are:
SOCIETY EVENT OF THE YEAR
This award is to recognise a society who has organised an event that shows considerable team effort, innovation, and benefit to students and overall success.
The nominees are:
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COURSE REP OF THE YEAR
This award is to celebrate someone who has gone above and beyond in their duties as a Course Rep. The winner of this award will be highly committed to their role, engage in relevant meetings, and maintain contact with their peers, academic staff, and the Students’ Union.
The nominees are:
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Tehila Shoham (School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering),
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Angel Stewart-Redmond (School of Humanities and Social Science),
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Joana Reis Miranda (School of Applied Sciences),
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Sally Hao (School of Sport and Health Sciences),
MEMBERSHIP STUDENT STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR
Membership Student Staff Member of the Year: This award recognises the exceptional contributions of a student staff member within the Brighton Students' Union's Membership Services team. The recipient will have demonstrated dedication and gone above and beyond in assisting fellow students with joining societies, participating in 'Give it a Go' activities, and fulfilling their roles as course representatives. By honouring their outstanding achievements, we celebrate the vital role they play in enhancing the student experience at Brighton Students' Union.
The nominees are:
COMMERCIAL STUDENT STAFF MEMBER OF THE YEAR
Commercial Student Staff Member of the Year: This award recognises the outstanding contributions of a student staff member working within the various commercial outlets of the Brighton Students' Union. These dedicated individuals have made a difference in the Basement Central Café in Moulsecoomb, The Hive in Falmer, The Venue in Moulsecoomb, Cockcroft Shop in Moulsecoomb, and the Art Shop at Grand Parade. By acknowledging their exceptional performance and commitment, we underscore the vital impact they have on creating a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere for students across the Brighton Students' Union campuses.
The nominees are:
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Yara Maria Licha (Basement Central - Moulsecoomb)
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Tom Armstead (Cockcroft Shop - Moulsecoomb)
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Jennifer Campbell (The Venue - Moulsecoomb)
The winners will be announced at the Brighton Students' Union awards ceremony on Thursday 25th May from 6pm in The Venue, Moulsecoomb. All nominees have been sent an RSVP invitation. Please email helloBSU@brighton.ac.uk for any further information.