The awards are a flagship celebration across the University, recognising and showcasing the outstanding work of staff. This year was particularly competitive, with a record-breaking 400 nominations received across 18 categories. SDCA stood out as the most engaged school or service, with colleagues shortlisted in an impressive 10 categories.
Celebrating Our Winners
We are thrilled to congratulate Charlie Henshaw and Rhiannon Payne, who won in the Learning and Teaching Excellence category for their outstanding contribution to the Graphics programme.
SDCA staff were also recognised as part of wider University team awards:
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Gary Burnett, as part of the Digi-Labs Team, joint winners in the Learning and Teaching Excellence category.
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Roberta Bernabei, as part of The Network of Networks, winners in the EDI Enhancement category.
Recognising Our Shortlisted Colleagues
A huge well done to all our shortlisted colleagues, whose achievements highlight the breadth and impact of SDCA’s work:
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Enabling Research: Angela Crawford – DECODE project
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Innovation and Impact in Education: Gary Burnett – emerging technology in MSc User Experience
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Learning and Teaching Excellence: Mary Corcoran – teaching in knit; Charlie Henshaw and Rhiannon Payne – Graphics programme (Joint Winners); Digi-Labs Team – including Gary Burnett (Joint Winners)
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Enhancing the Student Experience: Bibi Samshad Duman – doctoral researcher lead rep
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EDI Enhancement: The Network of Networks – including Roberta Bernabei (Winner); SDCA EDI Co-Directors – Lorraine, Cecilia and Kerri
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Advocates and Allies: Kerri Akiwowo – curator of Five Pillars: Lived Experiences, New Futures exhibition
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International Reputation: Andrew Morris – internationalisation in Transport Human Factors
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Sustainability Champions: Stefania Sansoni – embedding sustainability in graphics teaching
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Unsung Heroes: UG Design Student Admin Team – for going above and beyond in supporting students
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Above and Beyond: Darren Weaver – technical tutor; Bee King – technical tutor in stitch and hall warden
A Community Effort
These achievements reflect the talent, dedication, and impact of colleagues across SDCA. Being shortlisted and winning at such a highly competitive event is a testament to the strength of our school community.
Finally, a huge thank you to all those who took the time to nominate colleagues – recognition and appreciation like this makes a real difference.