Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: A&M-Kingsville Entry Title: Tejano Honorees Entry Credit: Bella Grossman, Christopher Olivarez Judge Comment: This story was in a word, authentic. Truly a celebration of students interacting with engaged alumni, as you acquired a sense of community, culture, and the importance of maintaining your roots.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: UT-Tyler Entry Title: A Day in the Life of Lab Techs Entry Credit: Lakyndra Larkin Judge Comment: This report was informative to the students at UT-Tyler. Stories of this nature campus wide, on any campus, should be done more often in an effort to promote on campus opportunities for all majors.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Tyler Junior College Entry Title: Dave Funk Entry Credit: Marissa Krnavek Judge Comment: This story is concise and to the point. A nice homage to Dave Funk and the Honors Program, which truly requires engaged faculty for student success.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: Amarillo College Entry Title: Drag as Art Entry Credit: Lance Hooper Judge Comment: The Amarillo College community that was faced with intentional discrimination deserves better than what was experienced. All students nationwide at any institution should be allowed proper demonstration of their individuality. Stories of this nature matter, and should receive continuing coverage.
Competition Comment: This competition was difficult to judge as so many stories were told. My advice to all is as follows, the story matters, ensure it has a beginning, a middle and an end. Plus, always remember aspect ratio, tripod balancing, use of audio, lighting and shadows, picture composition, and shot duration. Lastly, if you are speaking about it, we hope to be seeing it too. Continue your coverage and always challenge yourself and the narrative.
